Marvin L. Birnbaum, MD, PhD

Abstract

Marvin L. Birnbaum, MD, PhD passed away in May 2026. He was a pioneer and leader in both Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Disaster Medicine. He was dedicated to developing EMS and Disaster Medicine as professions and academic disciplines. Dr. Birnbaum was Editor-in-Chief of Prehospital and Disaster Medicine (PDM) for 23 years and served terms as the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM) President and was a member of the WADEM Board of Directors for 35 Years. This editorial is a tribute to Dr. Birnbaum.