The National Conference on Wilderness Medicine Big Sky Resort, Montana
The conference features a wide array of interesting and practical wilderness and travel medicine topics presented by authoritative and engaging faculty. TARGET AUDIENCE: Primary care physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and other health care providers who might encounter patients in remote settings or who may treat patients that develop medical problems after visiting remote areas. No outside commercial support has been received for this activity. CREDIT DESIGNATION: The Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) designates this live activity for a maximum of 39.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
See website for credit breakdown EXCITING HIGH ADVENTURE EVENING PROGRAMS: Dr. Chris Sanford talking about wilderness medicine in urban environments and rescue efforts in Haiti and New Orleans. He has led Disaster Teams to New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina and to Haiti, days after a massive earthquake shattered the country. Also presenting is Kit Deslauriers, who is the first person to ski from the highest mountain on each continent (The Seven Summits). AWEP Certification: A comprehensive course that is designed to prepare physicians and other health care providers with an extensive background in key topics and practical skills needed to become a competent expedition, wilderness, or Search and Rescue Medical Providers. OPTIONAL WORKSHOPS: Unique optional hands-on workshops on topics ranging from outdoor survival skills to practical wilderness medical skills. TEAM REGISTRATION: Discounts available. FANTASTIC LOCATION NEAR YELLOWSTONE. A ROCKY MOUNTAIN RECREATION PARADISE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! Discover Big Sky Resort, one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in America! We have put together some of the areas best offerings to enhance your overall experience of this fantastic Rocky Mountain recreation paradise! Fabulous Yellowstone National Park is less than an hour drive! A wonderful array of activities for kids and the entire family!