Visit Your ED - One Day Can Make All the Difference

Why is inviting your senators and representatives to "Visit Your ED" so important? It enables your legislator to witness first-hand how you care for your patients – their constituents – and the problems you face everyday in providing that care. That one-day visit could also make all the difference in how your legislator votes on a bill that may affect your practice.

A legislative visit will benefit you and your legislator because...

• It builds relationships with those voting for issues affecting emergency physicians.
• It allows you to educate your legislator about the specialty.
• It allows your legislator to learn more about your hospital.
• One visit could lead to one "yea" vote that can swing a crucial vote on legislation in PaACEP’s favor.

During the February–June General Assembly session, many issues affecting emergency medicine will be on the agenda, including both Rendell’s and the Republicans’ plans for health care reform. The only way these legislators can vote intelligently on these issues is to be informed. That job is up to you.

Click here for the "Tips for Hosting an Emergency Department Visit" document.

The publication takes you through the process of scheduling the day and preparing in advance for the visit. Tips are included to help you make an impression on your legislator, and suggestions for follow-up are offered.