

Scholarly Activity

Each resident is required to participate in a research/scholarly activity project, and our program will provide you with the tools you need to be successful.
- Research Oversight: Led by Director of Research (Dr. Erica Warkus).
- Resident Requirement: At least one publishable project before graduation.
- Ongoing Faculty Scholarship: Publications in Cureus, EM research abstracts, QI leadership.
- Active Areas: Simulation-based education, ultrasound, pediatric EM, EMS operations, patient safety/QI.
- National Engagement: Faculty serve on ACEP, ABEM boards, and national EM committees.
Contact Us
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Andrea Austin, M.D., MHPE
Program Director
Email: andrea.austin@vituity.com
Ashley Caudle
Program Coordinator
Email: ashley.caudle@ascension.org
5151 N 9th Ave,
Pensacola, FL 32504
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