CME Medical Conferences

Emergency Procedures

A Seminar for Medical Emergency Training
CME Conference Description:

The number of patients utilizing emergency rooms and other acute care facilities is rising dramatically.  Many health care providers who now staff these facilities lack confidence in the emergency procedures central to this role. Some come from training backgrounds that do not emphasize procedural competence.  Others perform procedures infrequently or find it difficult, in their current practices, to stay current on evidence based techniques.  This CME medical conference is designed for anyone who needs the skills to care for patients in emergency situations. A comprehensive review of airway management, emergency lung and vascular-related procedures, neurology, and wound repair skills is addressed.  The content is presented in the context of most recent evidence based guidelines. Pig cadavers, anatomically correct manikins and point of care ultrasound are used to practice techniques learned.  Also practical tips to avoid common pitfalls and improve efficiency and safety are discussed.

The following procedures are reviewed in detail:  Airway Management (noninvasive ventilation, intermediate airway insertion, endotracheal intubation, and needle and surgical cricothyroidotomy); Vascular Access (multilumen and cordis central venous catheter insertion, ultrasound guided peripheral and central vascular access and intraosseous access for children and adults); Thoracentesis and chest tube placement (large and small bore); Paracentesis; Lumbar Puncture; Simple and complicated wound repair.

Additional topics include procedural sedation and initial ventilator management.

2010
This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 15 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. 
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM. 
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 
2011
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM. 
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

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CME Conference Credits: 15
CME Conference Objectives

·   Review key airway anatomy, review basic airway control indications and procedures; learn advanced techniques for nasal and oral tracheal intubation, and review cricothyroidotomy techniques and secrets.
·   Review indications and basic techniques of thoracentesis and needle and tube thoracostomy;
·   Review basic ventilator management settings; and learn common and fatal mistakes in early ventilator management and how to correct them.
·   Learn the advantages and techniques of external jugular, internal jugular, femoral and subclavian venous access; learn advanced techniques for intraosseous vascular access in children and adults; and learn how to use bedside ultrasound to facilitate peripheral and central venous access.
·   Learn advanced procedures to facilitate lumbar puncture and paracentesis in routine as well as difficult situations.
·   Review basic and advanced concepts in wound healing and learn advanced suturing techniques for closing complicated and anatomically sensitive wounds.
CME Conference Fee: $1450


  Location Dates Discounted Fee
Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort
Phoenix, AZ
Instructor(s): Richard Rutherford		12/11/2010 – 12/12/2010By Nov 11 2010 then $1350.00
Avenue Hotel Chicago
Chicago, IL
Instructor(s): Richard Rutherford		9/24/2011 – 9/25/2011By Aug 24 2011 then $1350.00
Marriott Phoenix Mesa
Phoenix, AZ
Instructor(s): Richard Rutherford		12/10/2011 – 12/11/2011By Nov 10 2011 then $1350.00


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CME Conference Agenda

Breakfast and Registration
7:30am – 8:00am daily

There will also be a daily 15 minute mid-morning and a 15 minute mid-afternoon break.

Day One
8:00am-Noon
Informed Consent and Procedural Safety
Conscious Sedation
Vascular Access
Difficult Vascular Access

Noon-1:00pm
Lunch

1:00-5:00pm
Skills Lab:
   Central venous catheter insertion
   Introduction to vascular ultrasound
   Intraosseous line insertion
   Airway Management
   Endotracheal Intubation

Day Two
8:00am-Noon
The Difficult Airway
Thoracentesis
Tube Thoracotomy
Skills Lab:
   Endotracheal Intubation and Laryngeal Mask Airway
   Needle Cricothyroidotomy and Surgical Cricothyroidotomy
   Thoracentesis
   Tube Thoracotomy (small and large bore)
   Lumbar Puncture
   Paracentesis

Noon-1:00pm
Lunch

1:00-5:00pm
Skills Lab:
   Lumbar Puncture
   Ultrasound Guidance for Difficult Lumbar Puncture
   Paracentesis
   Wound Closure

CME Conference Reviews

"Great course for a refresh in many procedures used in the ER" - David A Johnson, MD - February 2010

"Richard Rutherford was absolutely one of the best instructors/lectures I have afound in 30 years" - Alan Creekm DO - February 2010

"Large amount of hands on demonstration" - Anonymous - February 2010

"Emphasis on practicality and experience" - Bill Meisel, DO - February 2010