Welcome to MEMC25

We are thrilled to welcome you to the XIIIth Mediterranean Emergency Medicine Congress (MEMC25), an event that celebrates excellence and innovation in emergency medicine (EM). Organized by the Mediterranean Academy of Emergency Medicine (MAEM) and hosted by the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) and Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary, this year’s congress will take place August 14th to 17th, 2025.

As passionate advocates for the growth and advancement of EM globally, we are committed to fostering collaboration and sharing knowledge that transcends borders. MEMC25 continues the tradition of uniting emergency care professionals from across the Mediterranean region and beyond to exchange ideas, build connections, and inspire progress.

The congress program will showcase the latest in emergency medicine, covering critical areas such as trauma resuscitation, cardiology, critical care, toxicology, prehospital systems, and more. With a mix of plenary sessions, hands-on workshops, and cutting-edge research presentations, MEMC25 is designed to benefit physicians, residents, nurses, paramedics, researchers, and all professionals dedicated to delivering life-saving care.

This year, Budapest provides the perfect backdrop for our gathering. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture, the city offers endless opportunities to explore, from the iconic Parliament Building and Buda Castle to the relaxing thermal baths and the charming streets of its historic districts. The blend of tradition and modernity reflects our commitment to honoring the roots of emergency medicine while embracing its future.

Whether you are an expert practitioner or just beginning your journey in this vital field, MEMC25 promises to be an engaging and transformative experience. We invite you to join us in Budapest for a congress that combines world-class education, cultural enrichment, and an opportunity to connect with a truly global community of emergency care professionals.

We look forward to welcoming you to Budapest and sharing an unforgettable MEMC25 experience!

Warm regards,

CONGRESS LEADERSHIP

CONGRESS PRESIDENTS

Amin Kazzi

Amin Antoine Kazzi, MD, MAAEM, FAAEM

President, Mediterranean Academy of Emergency Medicine (MAEM)
President, Lebanese Society of Emergency Medicine (LSEM)
Lebanese Order of Physicians (LOP)
Professor of Emergency Medicine (EM)
American University of Beirut (AUB),
Lebanon

Bela

Béla Merkely, MD, PhD, MSc, FESC, FACC

Rector of the Semmelweis University Chairman of the Heart & Vascular Center, Semmelweis University, Hungary Past Vice-President of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Honorary President of the Hungarian Society of Cardiology (MRK)
Hungary
Robert

Robert Frolichstein, MD, FAAEM

President, American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) Vice-Chair, Executive Committee, MEMC25 President, Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians (GSEP)
USA

CONGRESS COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP

Amin Kazzi

Amin Antoine Kazzi, MD, MAAEM, FAAEM

President, Mediterranean Academy of Emergency Medicine (MAEM)
President, Lebanese Society of Emergency Medicine (LSEM)
Lebanese Order of Physicians (LOP)
Professor of Emergency Medicine (EM)
American University of Beirut (AUB),
Lebanon

Lisa Moreno

Lisa Moreno, MD, MS, MSCR, FAAEM

Chair, Organizing Committee, MEMC25
Past President of American Academy of Emergency Medicine
Professor with Tenure, Emergency Medicine, University of South Alabama
USA

Rasha Sawaya

Rasha D. Sawaya, MD

Chair, Scientific Committee, MEMC25 Consultant, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Children’s Health, Ireland Head of Department, Temple St Emergency Department
Ireland

Robert Frolichstein, MD, FAAEM

President, American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM)
Vice-Chair, Executive Committee, MEMC25
President, Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians (GSEP)
USA

Bánk G. Fenyves, MD, PhD

Vice-Chair, Executive Committee, MEMC25
Deputy Head, Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University
Hungary

Christopher Colbert, MD

Co-Chair, Scientific Committee, MEMC25
Associate Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine
University of Illinois
USA

Judit Imecz, MD

Co-Chair, Scientific Committee, MEMC25
Head of Postgraduate Education, Department of Emergency Medicine, Semmelweis University
Hungary

Edward A. Panacek, MD, MPH

Co-Chair, Abstract Committee, MEMC25
Tenured Professor & Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine
University of South Alabama
USA

Mark I. Langdorf, MD, MHPE, MAAEM

Co-Chair, Abstract Committee, MEMC25
Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine , University of California, Irvine
Editor-in-Chief, Western Journal of Emergency Medicine
USA

CONGRESS LEADERSHIP

About MEMC25

The XIIIth Mediterranean Emergency Medicine Congress will be held on 14-17 August 2025 in Budapest, Hungary at Semmelweis University.

Pre-congress courses will be held on 14 August with the first full day of Congress programming beginning 15 August and running until 17 August.

Important Dates