 WELCOME
TO MONTANA & BIG SKY COUNTRY!
Montana has been called the last best place in the country. Big Sky,
Montana has been chosen for this meeting because of its wonderful natural
beauty, first-class meeting and lodging facilities, and its close proximity
to Yellowstone National Park. The nearby Gallatin River was the star of the
movie A River Runs Through It. The summer weather at Big Sky is ideal
usually warm sunny days and cool nights. The landscape is lush and green
with an abundance of wildflowers, and the surrounding peaks can be
snow-capped into late summer. Big Sky is a wilderness recreation paradise.
Backcountry trails radiate in all directions to access National Forest and
wilderness areas. Fishing is great in the local streams and lakes.
Whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing,
wildlife viewing, and just about any wilderness activity you can think of is
available here.Course Features:
- Nationally renowned faculty
- Comprehensive array of topics
- 23 AMA Category I Credits
- Hands-on practical outdoor workshops
- Exciting Evening Programs
- Beautiful location near Yellowstone
- Survival & First Aid courses for children and teens
- WALS Certification Course
EXCITING EVENING PROGRAMS
 Expedition
Medicine
From the Himalayas
to the NASA Space Program
Howard
Donner, MD
Thursday, July 29, 2010
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 Everest
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You will by
inspired by the fascinating experiences of the physician who
established the worlds highest medical clinic on Everest.
Luanne Freer, MD
Friday, July 30, 2010 |
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 Ted Kennedy, Jim Whittaker, John Glenn, and Bobby Kennedy during Kennedys 1968 presidential campaign.
 Special
Presentation By Jim Whittaker
A Life on the Edge: Memoirs of Everest and Beyond
Jim Whittaker, the first American to summit Mt. Everest, has
spent a lifetime going to the highest and most difficult places. He
led the first successful American ascent of K2, and guided Senator
Robert Kennedy on the first ascent of Mt. Kennedy. Tonight he tells
a story that goes beyond world adventure and embraces the philosophy
that when you live on the edge, you live life to the fullest. Its
about making the most of every moment and putting yourself in
situations where learning is possible - sometimes even critical to
your survival. Get ready for a story that is moving, inspirational,
and profoundly human!
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Jim Whittaker
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"My fathers greatest living heroes were John Glenn and Jim
Whittakera physical giant with a huge heart, a decent soul and
inspirational courage." - Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
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 Special
Symposium International Medicine & Global
Health
Healthcare workers interested
in Wilderness Medicine often share a common bond
with those who seek health related work in
international settings. If you have ever wanted
to volunteer with an aid organization or are
interested in helping meet the needs of
underserved populations this course is for
you.
Sunday, August 1,
2010
8:00 am
International Medicine & The Challenges of
Global Health Michele Barry, MD
8:50 am
Doctors Without Borders & Other Aid Agencies:
Who Are They,What Do They Do, And How Can I get
Involved? Michael VanRooyen MD
9:40 am The
Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort Anil S. Menon,
MD
10:15 am
Global Environmental Hazards in Remote Areas
Mark R. Cullen, MD
11:00 am
Preparing for International Health Volunteer
Work Susan Anderson, MD
11:40 am
Questions and Answers
12:00 pm
Adjourn
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 Wilderness
Advanced Life Support
Optional Course leading to WALS
Certification
Advanced level, intensive and hands-on
training taught by Wilderness Medical
Associates. Students will learn practical
techniques and practice them in mock scenarios.
Limited to 20 students register early.
Tuesday & Wednesday July 27-28, 8:00 am to
4:00 pm
Thurday & Friday July 29-30, 1:30 pm to
5:00 pm
Thursday July 29, 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Course tuition: $495 (Includes 27
additional category I CME Credit hours, all
supplies, syllabus, breakfast, and certificate)
For course content and information go to:
www.wildmed.com/medical-professionals/wilderness-advanced-life-support.html
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What Your Colleagues
Have Said About Previous Courses!
"Tremendously interesting and informative,
entertaining and uplifting, I will recommend it to others and return
myself!"
Suzanne Bosek, RN, Glendora, CA
"The first conference I have been to that inspired, entertained, and
glued me to the seat. My entire family loved the trip."
Zohra Choudhry, MD, Fort Worth, TX |
 Bonus
DVD of 2010 Winter Course!
Attendees will receive a DVD of the 2010 Winter Wilderness Medicine
course free with their registration - a $495 value! Split screen
technology allows you to simultaneously see the slides and the
lecturer on your TV, PC, Mac or iPhone. |
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Outdoor and wilderness recreation have grown
tremendously popular over the past two decades. Physicians and other health
care providers should have an increased awareness of medical problems that
are unique to the wilderness environment. The goal of this course is to
teach both practical and theoretical skills to health professionals, search
and rescue personnel, and interested lay people. At the conclusion of this
course, participants will be able to identify, diagnose, and treat medical
emergencies and problems commonly encountered in wilderness environments.
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.
ACCREDITATION
Physician Credit: This
activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the
Essential Areas and Policies for the Accreditation Council of Continuing
Medical Education through joint sponsorship of ACEP, CAL/ACEP, and
Wilderness and Travel Medicine. The American College of Emergency
Physicians is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for
physicians.
The American College of Emergency Physicians designates this educational
activity for a maximum of 23 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (s). Physicians
should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their
participation in the activity.
ACEP: Approved by the American College of Emergency
Physicians for 23 hour(s) of ACEP Category I Credit.
AAFP: This program has been reviewed and is acceptable
for up to 19.5 hours prescribed credit by the AAFP.
Nurse Credit: Under the new BRN guidelines, this course
is also accredited for 23 hours of nursing credit.
EMTS: National registered EMTS and EMT-Paramedics
will receive 23 hours of continuing education credit towards Section II
requirements.
Affiliated with the Academy of Wilderness Medicine.
This event is eligible for credit towards the Fellowship in the Academy
of Wilderness Medicine.
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