ALSO Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics

Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) is an evidence-based, interprofessional and multidisciplinary training program that equips the entire maternity care team with skills to effectively manage obstetric emergencies. This comprehensive course encourages a standardized team-based approach amongst physicians, residents, nurse midwives, registered nurses, and other members of the maternity care team to improve patient safety and positively impact maternal outcomes. This hybrid course will have learners complete online modules before the beginning of the hands-on course.

OVERALL COURSE OBJECTIVES

1. Discuss methods of managing pregnancy and birth urgencies and emergencies, which standardizes the skills of practicing maternity care providers.
2. Demonstrate content and skill acquisition as evidenced by successful completion of online course examination, skills workstations, and group testing stations.
3. Provide safe team leadership through various emergency obstetric scenarios.
4. Demonstrate effective team communication strategies focusing on patient safety.

Pending Statement Prior to AAFP Credit Approval

Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.

Cost

The cost of the course is $550 (plus Eventbrite fees), which includes the online course fee, learning materials, a light breakfast and catered lunch.

Refunds

Cost of the course is refundable if requested before Sept. 27, 2024. Eventbrite fees are non-refundable.

Questions

Becky Randle, Simulation and Procedural Skills Specialist, St. Charles Health System

541-706-4784

[email protected]

Host or Publisher St. Charles Health System