We are pleased to announce that Dr. Sophia Lin has been elected to the New York American College of Emergency Physicians (NYACEP) Board of Directors. Dr. Lin's term begins in July 2021 and will continue for a period of three years.
NYACEP represents more than 3,100 dedicated professionals. Its mission is to support quality emergency medical care and to promote the interest of emergency physicians. NYACEP strives to promote efficient and effective utilization practices in the delivery of emergency services. As a member of the board, Dr. Lin's responsibilities will include assisting with developing goals and policies, setting future directions for the chapter, approving annual budgets, and electing officers and councilors.
Dr. Lin is an assistant professor of clinical emergency medicine and clinical pediatrics and currently serves as the Director of Emergency Medicine Ultrasound for the Department of Emergency Medicine. She is board-certified in emergency medicine and pediatrics. Dr. Lin earned her certification as a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS) and has significant experience in developing and implementing ultrasound education programs for all levels of training, including within our Department. She frequently presents and publishes on research related to point-of-care ultrasound. In 2021, she received the New York American College of Emergency Physicians (NYACEP) New Speaker Award, given to attending physicians who have demonstrated a high potential to lecture at the national level.
Congratulations to Dr. Lin on this outstanding achievement!
