A healthier tomorrow for all, through inclusive service, innovative discovery, and collaborative learning.

The mission of the Duke Department of Emergency Medicine is:

1. To create inclusive access and delivery of the highest quality care to our diverse patient population and communities.
2. To lead in innovation, knowledge creation, and translation for the benefit of people affected by acute health conditions locally and globally.
3. To educate and learn in collaboration with students, trainees, patients, and communities, strengthening care for the next generation of emergency medicine patients and communities. 

A message from Chair, Charles J. Gerardo, MD, MS:

Dear Colleagues and Friends in the Community,

Our emergency department serves as a vital entryway to the Duke University Health System, and I am grateful to work alongside teams of committed professionals in service of others. Our dedication to delivering the highest quality, equitable care to our diverse patient population and communities demonstrates our values of “care for all, when needed most.”