| Eastern Kentucky EMS Symposium 2007 - Natural Bridge State Park - July 6th, 7th, and 8th |
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Eastern Kentucky EMS Symposium - Events OverviewIntroduction and WelcomeLeave your khaki’s at home and come enjoy a relaxing weekend at one of the most scenic areas of Kentucky as we learn the latest technologies and treatments in the world of emergency medicine. Shorts, t-shirts, and tennis shoes are the dress code of the day...
Bring your whole family as we have several planned activities for them to participate in while you are in class. They can take a hike, ride a chair lift, explore a cave, or just relax around the pool. If you are craving a weekend away from the cell phone and the stressors of everyday life come join us for the 2nd Annual EKEMS Symposium at Natural Bridge State Park. How it all BeganThe 1st Annual EKEMS Symposium was a collaborative effort between Estill County EMS, The Kentucky River Health Network, and LifeNet Air Medical Services. John Isfort, Director of Kentucky River Health Network, states “we wanted to provide quality education for the medical professional that was “out of the ordinary” at a reasonable cost.” The Symposium was deemed a success with about 45 students who received 15 CEU’s for $25. The three agencies decided to make it an annual event.
The EKEMS Symposium is somewhat unique because it brings together a broad spectrum of medical professionals with a desire to expand their knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s no secret that students learn better when they are comfortable, well nourished, and in an environment that is conducive to learning. We encourage you to dress comfortable, prepare to be well fed, and enjoy the rustic outdoors of east Kentucky.
Last year we were able to offer a package that included 15 CEU’s and 3 meals for $25. (Lodging is not included but can be purchased at a discount rate) We felt like this was very affordable considering the speakers involved were some of the top experts in their respective fields. How do we top last year? We simply bump it up a notch by offering 20 CEU’s for $25, same meal plan with an expanded list of dynamic speakers.
The symposium kicks off on Friday night with registration at 5 pm and an airway workshop from 6 to 9pm. On Saturday we have early registration at 7:30am with the first lecture beginning at 8am and wrapping up at 5:30pm. At 6:00pm Troy the park manager fires up the grill for an old fashioned summer time cookout complete with hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and all the trimmings. We call this “Cookout with the Vendors” which gives our vendors some time to show their products and services and offers some excellent networking opportunities. On Sunday the first lecture begins at 8:00am and ends at 5:30pm with the presentation of certificates.
This year’s educational recipe begins with about two thirds medicine mixed with one third law with just a dash of venomous snakes thrown in for seasoning. Come and enjoy.
About Kentucky River Health NetworkThe Kentucky River Health Network (KHRN) is a partnership between Marcum and Wallace Hospital and agencies in seven counties in Eastern Kentucky. These counties include Lee, Estill, Powell, Wolfe, Jackson, Owsley, and Breathitt.
The network was established in 2004 as a result of receiving an Outreach Rural Health Grant from the United States Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital serves as the administrator of grant funds.
The objective of the network is to provide health screening and transportation services to the uninsured and underinsured population in a seven county region of Eastern Kentucky. The goal is to provide a mechanism for early detection of disease and to provide a pathway to continued primary health care for the uninsured and underinsured. For more information contact John Isfort at 606-723-2115 Ext. 162 or via email at jisfort@marcumandwallace.com
About LifeNet Air Medical ServicesLifeNet Air Medical Services is a rotor wing air medical transport system based in Central Kentucky with bases located in strategic areas throughout the central and eastern portions of the commonwealth. Our aircraft is available 24/7/365 and has a response radius of 150 miles. Our flight crews consist of a pilot, flight paramedic, and flight nurse. LifeNet responds to scene request as well as interfacility transfers.
LifeNet is the only Kentucky based Air Medical Transport Company with National Accreditation having been certified in 1995 by the Commission of Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems. (CAMTS) We have been in operation since 1990 and to date have flown over 20,000 patient missions. We have aircraft located in the following areas:
LifeNet is owned and operated by Air Methods Corporation of Englewood Colorado. Air Methods is currently the largest provider of air medical emergency transport services and systems throughout the United States of America. To learn more about LifeNet contact our business office at 502-223-3095 or visit us on the web at www.lifenetkentucky.com.
About Estill County Emergency Medical ServiceEstill County Emergency Medical Services provides advanced life support services to a rural county in East Central Kentucky. The 2005 estimated population is 15,000. In 2006, ECEMS answered approximately 2,800 calls. ECEMS provides two ALS ambulances each day and an additional ALS or BLS unit during peak call periods (9:00am – 5:00pm).
ECEMS currently has 14 full-time employees, 10 paramedics and 4 EMT’S. We also employee 10 part-time paramedics and 10 part-time EMT’S. All full-time employees work 24/48 schedule from two fixed base locations. All paramedics are required to hold certifications in ACLS, PALS, AMLS, and BTLS.
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