Emra*cast

Overview: With an upcoming election, social unrest and a global pandemic - there’s a lot to get fired up about.  But what’s our role as residents? PGY2 Kate Joyce talks with Dr. Mariana Del Rios, Dr. Dara Kass and Dr. Alister Martin about a program that registers patients to vote in the ED, social emergency medicine, policy and advocacy.  We’ll round things out by talking about how to get involved - without putting your career in jeopardy. Key Points: Social Emergency Medicine recognizes the importance of addressing the social determinants of health in the Emergency Department through direct practice, community engagement, advocacy and research. Many of our patients have not been introduced to the political process.  For others, it may not be safe for them to go to the polls.  VotER is a nonpartisan project that allows patients to register to vote or request absentee ballots while they wait, without adding to the work burden of providers.     Drs Del Rios, Kass and Martin lay out a few examples and suggest wa