2026 Ascension St Vincent Emergency Medicine Symposium
About this Event
From the Opening Tip-Off to the Final Buzzer: Mastering the Full-Court Playbook of Emergency Care
Join us this November for a high-octane Emergency Medicine Symposium designed like the ultimate athletic playbook. Just like a championship basketball team, elite emergency providers must execute flawless handoffs, make split-second defensive pivots, and perform under the absolute pressure of a ticking clock.
This year's lineup brings together top-tier clinical coaches and medical directors to break down the critical, time-sensitive plays you run every single day, including:
🏀 THE EARLY QUARTERS & THE JV CIRCUIT (Pediatrics & OB) Learn how to run a flawless "Full-Court Press" during critical obstetric emergencies with aggressive prehospital whole-blood resuscitation workflows. Navigate high-stakes neonatology crises on the "JV Circuit," manage acute kinetic injuries in youth sports, and execute precision weight-based pediatric dosing when the pressure is on.
🏀 MECHANICAL DEFENSE & THE CHAMPIONSHIP LINEUP (Adult Care) Stay ahead of the shot clock with essential, high-tech updates on managing mechanical failures, maps, and motors in patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs).
🏀 THE OVERTIME CHALLENGE (Geriatrics & High-Velocity Trauma) Analyze the shifting demographics of our trauma centers. We will break down why a seemingly minor "slip on the hardwood" in our older, veteran population often masks catastrophic, high-velocity internal trauma—and how to adjust your defense accordingly.
🏀 LOCKER ROOM TALK & RECOVERING FROM TURNOVERS (Provider Wellness) Confront the mental grit, psychological resilience, and recovery strategies required to shake off a tough turnover and reset your focus after a highly challenging clinical case.
--- EXPECT MORE THAN JUST LECTURES --- This isn’t your typical "sit-on-the-bench" conference. We are blending heavy-hitting clinical education with a high-energy, tournament-style interactive experience.
Throughout the day, you will participate in our live "Championship Bracket Challenge"—competing in interactive Kahoot! rounds to test your knowledge, climb the leaderboard, and walk away with premium prizes. Survive the qualifying rounds to compete on the main floor and claim the inaugural "Oaken Bucket" Trophy! Wear your favorite 'college gear" and be ready to dominate the day!
Come for the elite-level coaching from industry experts, stay for the friendly rivalry, and leave with the sharp skills, clinical stamina, and fresh perspectives needed to keep your community safe.
Secure your spot on the roster today, and prepare for a fast-paced, action-packed day of emergency medicine!
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:05 AM
Tip-off and opening play: Welcome and introduction
Host: Stephanie Gardner, MD
🕑: 08:05 AM - 08:50 AM
The full-court press
Host: Chief Kiely Culberson (Vernon Township Fire)
Info: Administering blood in the field can truly be a life saving intervention. We have the case studies and data, it will speak for itself.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
The Junior Varsity Circuit: Small stats, high-stakes emergencies
Host: Dr. Katherine Kelley
🕑: 10:10 AM - 10:50 AM
The Rookie Season: Navigating injuries in youth sports
Host: Jodi Smith, MD, Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Goodman Campbell
🕑: 10:55 AM - 11:10 AM
Know Your Position: Pediatric weight for safe dosing
Host: • Bridget Bundy, RN, Pediatric Trauma PI, Ascension
🕑: 11:20 AM - 12:05 PM
Shaking Off the Turnover: getting back in the game after a tough case
Host: Michael Maguire, Ph.D., Ascension St. Vincent
🕑: 12:50 PM - 01:35 PM
Under Pressure: Defense, clocks and mechanical failure of LVAD patients
Host: Erika Freimanus, RN, LVAD Coordinator, Ascension
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:50 PM
Hardwood Hazards: When “just a fall” is a high-velocity trauma event
Host: Dr. Leitwein, MD, Trauma Surgeon, Ascension St. Vincent
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 28.52 to USD 500.00
