Parmar, Parveen K.Greenough, P. Gregg2017-07-242017Parmar, Parveen K., and P. Gregg Greenough. 2017. “Optimizing the Use of a Precious Resource: The Role of Emergency Physicians in a Humanitarian Crisis.” Western Journal of Emergency Medicine 18 (4): 607-615. doi:10.5811/westjem.2017.3.32718. http://dx.doi.org/10.5811/westjem.2017.3.32718.http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:33490833Emergency physicians (EP) are uniquely suited to provide care in crises as a result of their broad training, ability to work quickly and effectively in high-pressure, austere settings, and their inherent flexibility. While emergency medicine training is helpful to support the needs of crisis-affected and displaced populations, it is not in itself sufficient. In this article we review what an EP should carefully consider prior to deployment.en-USJournal Article2017-07-2410.5811/westjem.2017.3.32718