October 4th-9th, 2011 | Chattanooga, TN

Dear Colleagues,

We are excited to have the Southeast Wilderness Medicine Conference back in Chattanooga, Tennessee, this coming fall from October 4th to the 9th, and part of RiverRocks, Chattanooga’s signature outdoor festival celebrating the active lifestyle sought by and enjoyed by thousands each year.

Look at the outstanding line-up of presentations, workshops and world class faculty that will assist you in increasing your awareness of medical problems unique to the wilderness environment, gain knowledge and skills of how to prevent, diagnose and manage illnesses or injuries in the wilderness environment and create awareness of safety and accident prevention in the wilderness surrounding.

I look forward to seeing you this coming fall!

Chris Moore, MD
Program Director

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
WHAT TO DO IN CHATTANOOGA:
www.riverrockschattanooga.com
www.outdoorchattanooga.com
www.chattanoogafun.com

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Map, Compass, & GPS (A) - Sheryl Olson, RN - $125 - 6 hours CME

Map and compass skills are the foundation of navigation. Anyone venturing into the wilderness should be skilled in the use of these invaluable tools. A GPS receiver is a navigational aid that is easy to use! Practice using one and learn all the benefits of this technology. All equipment will be provided. Class will be both in and out of doors. Maximum #: 19; Cost: $125.00 Sherly Olson, RN, BSN

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Practical Wilderness Medical Skills (B1) - Sheryl Olson, RN - $75 - 2.75 hours CME

This hands-on workshop focuses on wilderness improvisation skills. Skills taught will include improvising a femur traction splint, field c-spine immobilization and packaging a patient for transport, and creating a hypothermia wrap by using equipment normally available on a wilderness adventure. Each of the participants will be encouraged to participate in the creation and application of these very useful and potentially life-saving wilderness tools. No maximum; Cost: $75 Sheryl Olson

Basic Wound Management Skills (C1) - Richard Cook, PA - $75 - 2 hours CME

Many practitioners have become rusty on the basic suturing skills necessary to provide care as a backcountry provider. This workshop will allow participants to practice these skills and be reminded of appropriate materials, suture, etc. The emphasis will be on what is practical to carry and use in a remote environment. Supplies provided. Maximum: 20; Indoors; Cost: $75. Richard Cook, PA

Surviving a Wilderness Emergency (D1) - Peter Kummerfeldt - $35 - 3.25 hours CME

This presentation looks at the TV survival show phenomena and the impact of these programs on the perception of what a survival situation is like. The presentation then identifies the characteristics of real world medical & survival emergencies & the process of surviving them. No maximum. Cost: $35. Peter Kummerfeldt

Cave Rescue (E1) - David Wharton, MD - $100 - 3.25 hours CME - CLOSED

Chattanooga is not only home to more than 7000 caves in the immediate area, but one of the most experienced cave rescue teams in the country is located here. Learn the unique tools and techniques to deal with rescue in this unique environment. Maximum: 12; Cost $100; Dave Wharton, MD

Ultrasound in the Wild (F1) - Ben Smith, MD - $35 - 3.25 hours CME - CLOSED

More and more ultrasound is being used in the emergency department for diagnosis, and continued technical advancements make this valuable diagnostic tool appropriate for the wilderness as well as for mission medicine. Participants need no ultrasound experience and will have the opportunity to practice what they learn.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Survival Skills (G2) - Peter Kummerfeldt - $75 - 3.25 hours CME

This workshop provides each participant the opportunity to practice and develop survival skills including fire building, shelter techniques, and signaling. Max: 20. Cost: $95 Peter Kummerfeldt

GPS Navigation (H2) - Sheryl Olson, RN - $75 - 3.25 hours CME

A GPS receiver is a navigational aid that is easy to use! Practice using one and learn all the benefits of this technology. All equipment will be provided. Class will be both in and out of doors. Maximum #: 19 (This is a shortened version of the Preconference workshop that also includes extensive map & compass work). Indoors & out; Cost: $75. Sheryl Olson, RN, BSN

Dive Medicine Practicum (I2) - Eric Johnson, MD - $100 - 3.25 hours CME

Must be SCUBA certified. A review of medical issues encountered underwater with the opportunity to practice the skills necessary for safe diving in the world famous Tennessee Aquarium amidst the incredible animals. Max #: 12; Cost: $100; Must provide own mask & fins. Eric Johnson, MD

Surgical Airways in an Austere Environment (J2) - Brad Bennett, PhD - $35 - 2.75 hours CME

Learn the latest in managing airways when the setting is not as conducive as you may want. Know the particular techniques that will enable good airway management and items that can be carried into the wilderness to facilitate these tough situations when definitive treatment is not immediately available. Maximum: Cost: $25 Brad Bennett, Ph D

Surviving the Unexpected Night Out (K2) - Howard Donner, MD - $35 - 1.50 hours CME

What are the minimal pieces of gear that one should carry whenever venturing out that could facilitate an unplanned overnight bivouac ? What techniques are tried and proven to help you be found and prevent injury or the unwarranted consequences of being in the cold, altitude, heat or other tough environments. Maximum: Cost, $25 Howard Donner, MD

Friday, October 7, 2011

Surviving a Wilderness Emergency (D3) - Peter Kummerfeldt - $35 - 3.25 hours CME

Ultrasound in the Wild (F3) - Ben Smith, MD - $35 - 3.25 hours CME - CLOSED

Mountain Biking Medicine (L3) - Michael Callahan, MD - $95 / $50 - 3.25 hours CME

Learn about the expected injuries and how to deal with them in the wilderness of one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Participants need some experience as this workshop will be conducted “on the trail.” Chattanooga is well known for its multiple mountain biking areas. Maximum: 12, Cost: $50 with own bike; $95 with rental bike; Michael Callahan, MD

Ropes & Knots for Wilderness Medicine Rescue (M3) - Howard Donner, MD - $35 - 2 hours CME

In many outdoor settings, not just in rock climbing, knowing knots and how to handle rope and webbing can not only prevent injury but aid in rescue or injury control. No maximum; Cost $25; Howard Donner, MD

Tourniquets for the Wilderness Provider (N3) - Brad Bennett, PhD - $35 - 2.75 hours CME

There are many situations where tourniquets are completely unwarranted, but when it is the solution to save a life or limb, knowing the proper use and the latest equipment and technique is critical. There is much overlap with wilderness medicine and training for battlefield situations, and this workshop will address that. No maximum; Cost $25; Brad Bennett, Ph D

Advanced Surgical Emergencies (O3) - Richard Cook, PA - $180 - 3.25 hours CME

Many practicing physicians and PAs rarely have the chance to be reminded and practice many life-saving techniques such as chest tubes, airways, cut-downs, etc. In addition, knowing what can be done and what tools are necessary and portable in the outdoor setting is addressed in this workshop. Maximum: 20; Cost $180; Richard Cook, PA

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Survival Skills (G4) - Peter Kummerfeldt - $75 - 3.25 hours CME

This workshop provides each participant the opportunity to practice and develop survival skills including fire building, shelter techniques, and signaling. Max: 20. Cost: $95 Peter Kummerfeldt

Mountain Biking Medicine (L4) - Michael Callahan, MD - $95 / $50 - 3.25 hours CME - CLOSED

Improvised Evacuation Skills (P4) - Howard Donner, MD - $35 - 2 hours CME

What do you need to have as essential components in your backpack and what can be improvised from your wilderness setting to accomplish injury stabilization, transport, and rescue? Learn these skills in a hands on workshop. No maximum; Cost: $25; Howard Donner, MD

Ocular Emergencies in the Wilderness (Q4) - Lance Ferguson, MD - $35 - 2 hours CME - CLOSED

Eye injuries can be tough in any setting, but knowing the things to carry and the techniques to use to address these in a wilderness setting is the focus of this workshop. No maximum; cost $25; Lance Ferguson, MD

High Angle Rescue (R4) - Chris Moore, MD - $50 - 3.25 hours CME

Rescue from a rock face requires special skills and understanding that need to be learned and practiced. This workshop will be more of a demonstration as to how to accomplish rescue and what not to do. No maximum; Cost $50; Chris Moore, MD

Swiftwater Rescue (S4) - Seth Hawkins, MD - $75 - 3.75 hours CME

Learn the specific skills required and the techniques used to rescue someone from a complicated situation involving rapidly moving water.

Managing Breaks & Dislocations in the Backcountry (T4) - Robert Quinn, MD - $35 - 2.25 hours CME

Orthopedic injuries require special understanding and can be dealt with in the wilderness setting if you know the techniques and how to approach improvisation. No maximum; Cost $25; Robert Quinn, MD

This year’s conference will be held in conjunction with the RiverRocks Outdoor Festival.

RiverRocks is “play with
a purpose.” More than
ninety events offer a full
complement of adventure
activities - by air, land and
water. Whether you have
a passion for paddling or
pedaling, love ropes and rocks or would rather hang glide or hike, this festival is for you. Expert competition as well as gentle thrills for casual participants of all ages await you at RiverRocks. In addition, the 10-day event will also feature entertainment, live music, hot air balloons, river cruises and more.

And, after all of the fun, RiverRocks will distribute half of the proceeds collected during the event to area land trusts and conservancies.

The RiverRocks Southeast Wilderness Medical Conference is supported by the Wilderness Medical Society. The Academy of Wilderness Medicine has approved this program and will award FAWM Credit.