Alison Bonner, MD

Dr. Ali Bonner is a PGY-1 at New York Presbyterian- Cornell/Columbia and has always had a passion for Emergency Medicine. Dr. Bonner graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in 2023 with a Doctor of Medicine as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha. During her time at UNC Chapel Hill, Dr. Bonner played a pivotal role in educational leadership. She led the Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG) and student simulation interest group (SLICE), and taught ultrasound sessions and clinical skills courses to pre-clinical students. Additionally, she assisted with interviews and transition point events, gaining valuable insights into medical education administration. This experience shaped her understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within Emergency Medicine education.

However, her most significant achievement is the creation of her non-profit organization, Mission 34, which she founded in memory of her brother, Sean Bonner Jr. The organization's mission is to eliminate the stigma around mental illness through awareness, education, and advocacy. Dr. Bonner played a crucial role in establishing Mission 34, from crafting the mission statement to organizing annual fundraising and awareness events.