OVERVIEW

Join us for a unique opportunity to learn from the leading experts in trauma patient management!

Our conference will cover all the major topics related to the global treatment of critically-ill acute trauma patients, with a special focus on the critical partnership between interventional radiology and trauma surgery. Experience a multi-faceted approach to care as experts from both disciplines present the latest techniques and state-of-the-art equipment used for life-saving procedures. You'll gain insight from real-life examples of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who have been forever changed by their experiences in traumatic events.

Not only will you learn from their stories, but you'll also have access to valuable resources to help you manage challenging situations in your own practice. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills in trauma patient care. Register now!

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed for interventional radiologists and trauma surgeons as well as other surgical sub-specialists, intensivists, ER physicians, technologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who care for critically-ill acute trauma patients.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this activity, participants will be able to:

• Recall problems associated with the management of mass casualties;
• State the appropriate interventional radiology and surgical diagnosis and treatment guidelines for solid organ injuries;
• Identify the unique challenges presented when managing trauma patients in the ICU;
• Discuss how the management approach to a pediatric trauma patient differs from the management approach to an adult trauma patient;
• Describe the nursing and technologist role in the life-saving measures provided to the trauma patient;
• Identify the emotional and physical problems afflicting the healthcare workers in this field and resources available for help.

ACCREDITATION

Physician Credit
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this Other activity (live/enduring) for a maximum of 48 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For more information please visit the official event page.