Dr. Darria Long Gillespie, MD
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- Board-Certified ER Physician & Medical Expert for CNN & NBC
- National spokesperson for the American College of Emergency Physicians
- Founder, No-Panic Parenting
- Bestselling Author, 'Mom Hacks'
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- UBT
- Newton Baby
- American Ambulance Association
- IBM Global Healthcare
- Westminster Schools
Decide—and Act—with Speed
How to Choose, Act, and Lead Amidst Ambiguity and Change
In the emergency room, waiting for perfect information isn't an option. DR. DARRIA LONG shares the decision-making framework she has relied on throughout her career to navigate uncertainty, prioritize what matters most, and take decisive action under pressure. Audiences gain practical tools for cutting through complexity, leading with confidence, and making better decisions when the stakes are high.
No-Panic Parenting
Finding Calm, Confidence, and Steadiness When Life—and Your Toddler—Throws Chaos Your Way
Parenting often feels like a series of unexpected emergencies, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Combining her expertise as an emergency physician with real-world parenting experience, DR. DARRIA LONG helps parents replace fear with confidence, prepare for the moments they can't predict, and build a calmer, more resilient approach to raising children. Filled with practical advice and relatable stories, this keynote empowers parents to spend less time worrying and more time enjoying their families.
Staying Calm and Handling Any Emergency, as a New Parent
From fevers and falls to choking scares and late-night emergencies, every new parent wonders whether they'll know what to do when it matters most. DR. DARRIA LONG equips audiences with the knowledge, preparation, and confidence to respond quickly and effectively when the unexpected happens. Grounded in evidence and delivered with warmth and reassurance, this presentation helps parents feel ready—not panicked—for the moments they hope never come.
Becoming Unflappable
How to Thrive in the Most Stressful Times and Avoid Burnout
Pressure is inevitable. Burnout doesn't have to be. Drawing on years spent in one of the world's most demanding environments, DR. DARRIA LONG reveals how high performers stay composed, sustain their energy, and continue making sound decisions even when the pace never lets up. Audiences leave with practical strategies for managing stress, protecting their well-being, and building the resilience needed to perform at their best over the long term.
