Message from the Chair

Welcome to the Department of Emergency Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine and the Detroit Medical Center.

Our mission is to promote quality medical care through excellence in clinical services, education, leadership, and research; to respect the dignity of all patients; and to promote the interests, health, and well-being of Department members and the Department as a whole.

You may be aware that Detroit has always been nationally recognized as the hotbed for physicians who provide the very best emergency and trauma care and are driven to excel at teaching and research.

Read the full message from Brian O'Neil, M.D


Fellowship programs

Discover the exceptional fellowship programs at Wayne State University’s Department of Emergency Medicine, designed to prepare future leaders in clinical care, research, and education. From cutting-edge training in areas like ultrasound, EMS, and medical education, to specialized opportunities in global health and critical care, our fellowships offer unparalleled resources and mentorship. Explore your potential and advance your career with our dynamic, comprehensive programs.