About Us

ACEP is a national medical specialty society representing emergency medicine. Founded in 1968, ACEP today represents more than 29,000 emergency physicians, residents and medical students. ACEP is committed to advancing emergency care through continuing education, research and public education. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, ACEP has 53 chapters representing each state, as well as Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. A Government Services Chapter represents emergency physicians employed by military branches and other government agencies.

ACEP Mission Statement

The American College of Emergency Physicians promotes the highest quality of emergency care and is the leading advocate for emergency physicians, their patients, and the public.

Vision Statement

• Emergency medicine is recognized and valued as an essential public service.

• Patients seeking emergency care are treated by board certified emergency physicians who are supported in their practices with all resources necessary to provide the highest quality medical care.

• Emergency physicians practice in an environment in which their rights, safety, and wellness are assured.

• All patients have health care coverage that ensures access to emergency services. Legally mandated health care services are fully funded.

• Resources for education and training of emergency physicians are sufficient to meet the workforce needs of the specialty.

• Emergency physicians are recognized and valued for their commitment to high quality patient care, teaching, leadership, research, and innovation.

• All emergency physicians are members of the American College of Emergency Physicians.