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How can hospitals decompress emergency departments during a disaster?On November 5, 2026, SRDRS HHS Region 4’s Disaster ...
10/09/2026

How can hospitals decompress emergency departments during a disaster?

On November 5, 2026, SRDRS HHS Region 4’s Disaster Coalition of Observation Medicine (DCOM) will host Operation Surge Breaker, a virtual tabletop exercise exploring how emergency department observation units (EDOUs) can help relieve ED crowding during disaster incidents.

Designed for hospitals and health systems with or without an emergency department observation unit!

Participants will discuss scenarios through guided discussion and breakout rooms. Lessons shared will help inform and strengthen the draft EDOU Disaster Manual and Functional Annex.

Want to participate, observe, evaluate, or help facilitate? Email [email protected].

Stephanie Payne (SRDRS/DCOM)
Dr. Michael Ross (EHC/EU)
Dr. Matthew Wheatley (EHC/EU)
Dr. Iyesatta Emeli (EHC/EU)
Dr. Brooks Moore (EHC/EU)
Dr. Dylan Woolum (University of Kentucky)
Dr. Patrick Grace (University of Kentucky)
Dr. Aaron Kuzel (University of Louisville - UofL)
Dr. Jonathan Reines (Vituity)
Dr. Chandra Abhinav (Kaiser Permanente hospital - California)
Dr. Christopher Caspers (NYU Langone)
Dr. Brandon Allen (University of FL)
Dr. Jason Konzelmann (Georgia)
Dr. Pawan Suri (VCU Health)
Dr. Paul Roszko (USPHC, VA)

University of Kentucky Emory University Emory Healthcare University of Louisville Vituity University of Florida Kaiser Permanente VCU Health U.S. Public Health Service Pharmacists

On September 23, Augusta University School of Public Health Disaster Health Sciences Collaborative team, working through...
10/08/2026

On September 23, Augusta University School of Public Health Disaster Health Sciences Collaborative team, working through SRDRS - Southern Regional Disaster Response System (SRDRS), supported a 15 ’til Surge Full-Scale Exercise at Jackson Memorial Hospital, simulating a 100+ patient mass casualty incident to test medical surge, communication, and hospital-wide coordination.

Thank you to Jackson Health System, the Emergency Management team, and our controllers and evaluators for their partnership and dedication. This exercise reinforced the importance of hospital wide preparedness and the need for every department to be ready to respond to medical surge events.

Led by Paul Link and Curt Harris

For questions on this or upcoming trainings email us at: [email protected]

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The Emory University Serious Communicable Diseases Program (SCDP) and Southern Regional Disaster Response System Region ...
10/06/2026

The Emory University Serious Communicable Diseases Program (SCDP) and Southern Regional Disaster Response System Region 4 are hosting the ECHO for Region 4 Readiness Program February - October 2026. The purpose of this program is to build a nationwide network of national, regional, and state leaders and practitioners focused on improving emergency preparedness and response through peer learning, equitable systems thinking, and real-time collaborative problem solving.

Our upcoming ECHO session on October 14, 2026, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET will discuss the National Special Pathogens System of Care and the role of academic-community partnerships in strengthening sustainable disaster preparedness and response.

Join us to hear from Laura Evans, MD, Executive Director of the National Special Pathogens System (NSPS) and Natalie Schnell, BSN, with the Region 4 Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center at UNC Health. Our speakers will discuss how collaboration across healthcare systems, public health partners, academic institutions, and community facilities can support coordinated planning, shared expertise, and long-term readiness for high-consequence infectious disease events.

Don't miss this great session. Save the date & join us! Registration link: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM176522796314220NV162LP6

We encourage you to share this information with your healthcare preparedness partners in HHS Region 4.

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Calling all MRC unit members!Join Stephanie Payne of SRDRS HHS Region 4 and Suleima Salgado of the Southeastern Teleheal...
10/01/2026

Calling all MRC unit members!

Join Stephanie Payne of SRDRS HHS Region 4 and Suleima Salgado of the Southeastern Telehealth Resource Center for ASPR’s MRC National Office Hours on Tuesday, October 6, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET.

Learn about the Disaster MRC Telehealth Strike Team Model 1.0 and how MRC Units can integrate telehealth deployable assets to support disaster-affected communities while easing pressure on emergency departments and health systems.

The model was co-developed by SRDRS and SETRC. Bring your questions and explore how it could support your community’s disaster response!

MRC members: See your National Office Hours invitation for meeting access.
Have a question for the presenters? Submit it here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/k7FHfpWtYL





Join SRDRS's Stephanie Payne and Southeastern Telehealth Resource Center's Suleima Salgado on Thursday, October 15th f...
10/01/2026

Join SRDRS's Stephanie Payne and Southeastern Telehealth Resource Center's Suleima Salgado on Thursday, October 15th from 11 am-12 pm PT and 2pm-3pm ET for the Rapid Care, Remote Reach: Disaster Medical Reserve Coro (MRC) Telehealth Strike Team Model webinar!

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SRDRS's Stephanie Payne attended the SC Telehealth Summit hosted by Palmetto Care Connections She presented a poster and...
09/29/2026

SRDRS's Stephanie Payne attended the SC Telehealth Summit hosted by Palmetto Care Connections She presented a poster and breakout session highlighting two disaster virtual care (telehealth) models.

She received the People’s Choice Poster Award for the Southern Regional Disaster Response System Region 4 poster featuring our soon-to-be-released Disaster Virtual Care Model 1.0 for General Population Shelters!!

The conversations, engagement, and enthusiasm around disaster telehealth were incredible. Looking forward to continuing the collaboration, building partnerships, and advancing disaster virtual care across South Carolina and our region!

Great conversations and connections at the Georgia Rural Health Association Annual Conference! 🦒🦒🦒Stephanie Payne shared...
09/28/2026

Great conversations and connections at the Georgia Rural Health Association Annual Conference! 🦒🦒🦒

Stephanie Payne shared the Disaster MRC Telehealth Strike Team Model 1.0, co-developed by the Southern Regional Disaster Response System Region 4 and Southeastern Telehealth Resource Center, alongside Suleima Salgado.
They also shared several Disaster Virtual Care models being developed through SRDRS HHS Region 4—designed to extend care beyond hospital walls, bridge access when care is disrupted, mitigate medical surge, and help protect critical hospital and emergency service capacity during disasters.

And, of course, they made new connections and partnerships along the way!
To learn more email us at [email protected] or visit our website at srdrs4.org!








Preparedness starts before the emergency. This National Preparedness Month, the Southern Regional Disaster Response Syst...
09/24/2026

Preparedness starts before the emergency. This National Preparedness Month, the Southern Regional Disaster Response System (SRDRS) is highlighting the importance of readiness, collaboration, and informed action to strengthen healthcare preparedness across HHS Region 4.

From disaster response resources and educational trainings to technical assistance and the Disaster Coalition of Observation Medicine (DCOM), SRDRS is here to help healthcare partners prepare, respond, and build resilience.

🔹 Explore our resources and trainings
🔹 Connect with SRDRS for technical assistance
🔹 Learn how DCOM can support healthcare readiness

Learn more: srdrs4.org
Email us: [email protected]

GA Poison Center | Emory University | Emory Emergency Medicine | Emory Healthcare | National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center | Georgia Department of Public Health | Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency | GradyHealth




📡 Connected Care. Disaster Ready.📡 During a disaster, access to healthcare can be limited by distance, infrastructure da...
09/22/2026

📡 Connected Care. Disaster Ready.📡

During a disaster, access to healthcare can be limited by distance, infrastructure damage, staffing shortages, and other challenges. Telehealth helps bridge those gaps by connecting patients and healthcare providers with specialized expertise when and where it is needed most.

This Telehealth Awareness Week, we’re highlighting the critical role virtual care can play in strengthening disaster response, supporting healthcare providers, and ensuring communities remain connected to essential medical expertise during times of crisis.

At the Southern Regional Disaster Response System (SRDRS) HHS Region 4, we’re committed to strengthening regional preparedness through collaboration, innovation, and connected healthcare.

Learn more: srdrs4.org
Contact us: [email protected]



Please join The HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response TRACIE is hosting a Protecting the Well-Being...
09/11/2026

Please join The HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response TRACIE is hosting a Protecting the Well-Being of Responders webinar on September 22, 2026 at 1:00-2:15 pm ET.

The session focused on protecting the well-being and resilience of healthcare and public health workers during disasters and critical incidents. Panelists will address how to recognize and respond to acute stress while sharing practical strategies for creating healthier work environments that support staff resilience in both everyday operations and disaster situations.

CLICK TO REGISTER: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5795717562833791071

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