Emergency Medicine Memoirs

Meet Dr. Brayer, Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician

In today’s interview, Dr. Anne Brayer shared her journey to becoming a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician, highlighting the unique aspects of caring for children and the importance of supporting both patients and their families. She also offered valuable advice for teens interested in exploring careers in medicine. Reflecting on her experiences, Dr. Brayer explained how her work has taught her not only about healthcare, but also about life beyond medicine. Be sure to tune into today’s podcast for an inspiring look into a fascinating field of medicine!

Meet Dr. Joshi, 4th Yr Emergency Medicine Resident

In today’s interview, Dr. Saie Joshi reflected on her journey to becoming an Emergency Medicine physician, her work as a social media influencer, and the guidance she offers to aspiring doctors. She also spoke about how she came to realize that Emergency Medicine was the right fit for her and how the broader social climate has shaped the content she shares with her wide online audience. She notes how she strives to be realistic about her medical career online and highlights her efforts to advocate for greater diversity within the field of medicine. Today’s interview was extremely riveting and insightful – be sure to give it a listen!

Meet Dr. Mohney, Emergency Physician at Strong Memorial Hospital and the Director of the University of Rochester's REMS BS/MD program

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephen Mohney, an Emergency Physician at Strong Memorial Hospital and the Director of the University of Rochester's REMS BS/MD program, to learn more. Dr. Mohney shares his journey, from exploring his mother's medical journals as a kid, to working in an ED at 19, to almost choosing orthopedics as a specialty, before realizing the ER was where he truly belonged. He discusses the friendship that defines emergency medicine, the structural challenges that contribute to burnout, and why the cases that linger with you are rarely the ones you'd expect. He also reveals what it's like to lead a competitive BS/MD program, what he looks for in applicants, and why early exposure to medicine is important. Whether you're a pre-med student, a future ER doctor, or just curious about a physician’s insights, this episode offers honest, firsthand perspectives and advice.

2025 Year in Review

Welcome to the special year-end episode of Emergency Medicine Memoirs. In this episode, I reflect on the past year of hosting the show and what I’ve been up to during this break. As I step into a new chapter of my life, I’m reflecting on the powerful conversations we’ve had on the podcast, the journey that brought us here, and the exciting new chapter ahead for the show. I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped make the show possible, from our loyal listeners to our fantastic guests who have shared their stories and expertise.  So please sit back, relax, and join us as we take a trip down memory lane, listen to the journey I’ve been on, and welcome the incoming successes and conversations we’ll hear in this upcoming year and 4th Season of Emergency Medicine Memoirs.

Meet Paramedic Michael

In today's episode, I sit down with Michael Chen, an EMT with Austin Travis County EMS and combat medic in the Texas Army National Guard. Michael shares his remarkable journey from joining the EMS Explorer program in high school to his current dual role in emergency medicine. He discusses his experiences during ride-outs, the mentors who shaped his path, and the challenging realities of military medical training. Michael offers unique perspectives on how his civilian EMS experience prepared him for military service, and vice versa. He also reflects on the deeper meaning of service as the child of Chinese immigrants and provides candid advice about staying true to your own path despite external pressures. Listen in, and discover how emergency medicine can transform both careers and lives in ways you might never expect.