Asian Society for Emergency Medicine

06/09/2026

🌏 ASEM is proud to support this important 𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲!

The Asian Society for Emergency Medicine encourages all emergency medicine professionals, healthcare leaders, and policymakers across the region to join the upcoming WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Webinar on:

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆

This webinar brings together global, regional, and country-level voices to address one of the most pressing challenges facing our healthcare systems today — the movement and retention of nurses, midwives, and health workers.

Topics include:
🔹 International mobility trends in nursing & midwifery and their impact on health systems
🔹 The WHO Global Code of Practice on Ethical Recruitment of Health Personnel
🔹 Country experiences on retention, return, and reintegration strategies

📅 Wednesday, 16 September 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Manila time)
📍 Zoom — Registration required
👉 https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_byiAk2jDRp6DG4eX9aDm5g #/registration

A sustainable health workforce is the backbone of resilient emergency care systems. We hope to see many of you there — and please share widely with your networks!

14/06/2026

🌏 Congratulations, Dr. Pauline Convocar! 🎉

The Asian Society for Emergency Medicine is overjoyed to congratulate Dr. Pauline Convocar on becoming President of the International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM)!

This is a proud and historic moment for the entire Asian emergency medicine community. As a Past President of ASEM and a distinguished leader from the Philippines, Dr. Convocar has long been a champion for better emergency care across our region — and now carries that vision to the global stage. 🌍❤️

Her compassion, dedication, and tireless advocacy for emergency care, equity, and the wellbeing of healthcare workers continue to inspire us all. To see one of our own lead IFEM fills us with immense pride.

Congratulations, Dr. Convocar, the entire ASEM family celebrates with you! We stand proudly with you as you lead emergency medicine forward. 🤝

13/06/2026

🌏 ASEM at ICEM 2026!

The Asian Society for Emergency Medicine is proud to take part in 2026 — the 25th International Conference on Emergency Medicine, in Hamburg, Germany. 🇭🇪

Under the theme , it was an honour to stand alongside the global emergency medicine community — representing the voice of emergency care across Asia, sharing our experiences, and learning from colleagues around the world. 🩺❤️

From inspiring talks to meaningful conversations, the connections made go far beyond the conference halls. Emergency medicine knows no borders — and together, we move forward. 🤝

Thank you to everyone who made this such a memorable experience. We're proud to be part of a community that never stops working to improve care for patients everywhere. 🙏

27/05/2026

Today, on World Emergency Medicine Day, we recognize and honor the strong dedication of emergency physicians, nurses, paramedics, and frontline healthcare professionals across Asia and around the world.

Emergency Medicine stands at the frontline of every crisis, delivering rapid, lifesaving care when every second matters. From trauma and disasters to pandemics and critical illness, emergency teams continue to serve with resilience, skill, and compassion under immense pressure.

This year’s theme, “Safe Space for Emergency Medicine Teams,” highlights the urgent need to protect the wellbeing, safety, and sustainability of our emergency care workforce. A strong emergency care system begins with supporting the people who make it possible.

The Asian Society for Emergency Medicine reaffirms its commitment to advancing emergency care, strengthening regional collaboration, promoting education and research, and advocating for safer working environments for all emergency medicine professionals.

To every emergency care provider:
Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and leadership.

27/05/2026

Eid al-Adha Mubarak from the Asian Society for Emergency Medicine 🌙

As communities across Asia and around the world come together to celebrate Eid al-Adha, ASEM extends warm greetings to all our member societies, colleagues, and friends who are observing this blessed occasion.

Eid al-Adha is a time of sacrifice, generosity, and compassion — values that resonate deeply with the spirit of emergency medicine and those who dedicate themselves to caring for others. To every emergency physician, nurse, paramedic, and resident on duty this Eid: thank you for your service.

May this occasion bring peace, health, and happiness to you and your loved ones.

Eid Mubarak! 🤲



Korean Society of Emergency Medicine
Hong Kong Society for Emergency Medicine & Surgery
Asian Society for Emergency Medicine
Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine

19/03/2026

🌙 Eid Mubarak from the Asian Society for Emergency Medicine

On this special occasion, we extend our warmest wishes to our colleagues, partners, and the global emergency medicine community.

Eid is a time of reflection, compassion, and unity—values that resonate deeply with the spirit of emergency care. Across Asia and beyond, healthcare professionals continue to serve with dedication, resilience, and humanity.

We are proud to stand alongside you in advancing emergency medicine and strengthening collaboration across our region.

May this Eid bring peace, prosperity, and good health to you and your loved ones.

17/02/2026

As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, Asian Society for Emergency Medicine extends its warmest wishes of Ramadan Kareem to our colleagues, partners, and communities across the region and around the world.

Ramadan is a time of reflection, discipline, service, and compassion — values that closely align with the principles of emergency medicine. Every day, emergency care professionals demonstrate resilience, empathy, and unwavering commitment to patients in moments of critical need. During this sacred month, we recognize and deeply appreciate those who continue to serve on the front lines while observing the fast.

This is also a moment to reaffirm our shared mission: advancing equitable, high-quality emergency care across Asia. As healthcare systems evolve and face increasing demands, collaboration, innovation, and education remain essential. Ramadan reminds us that collective strength, ethical leadership, and service to humanity are foundational to meaningful progress.

May this month bring clarity of purpose, renewed strength, and peace to you and your families.



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02/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year 2026 🎉

May 2026 be a year of health, resilience, and continued collaboration as we work together to advance emergency medicine and strengthen emergency care systems throughout Asia.

Wishing you and your families a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year.











Hong Kong Society for Emergency Medicine & Surgery
Asian Society for Emergency Medicine
Korean Society of Emergency Medicine
Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine

14/12/2025

13/12/2025

Handover of President Medal and ASEM Scepter from Dr Pauline Convocar to Dr Rasha Buhumaid