Whether you're an MD, PA, RN, EMT, or Paramedic, this course helps take your practice out of the clinic and into the backcountry. With up to 24.5 hours of Category 1 CME attached to the curriculum, you will not only gain certification in wilderness medicine but will have a jump towards re-certifying in your respective practice.
CERTIFICATIONS
Wilderness Life Support: Medical Professionals certification, valid for 3 years.
CURRICULUM AND OBJECTIVES
The Wilderness Life Support: Medical Professionals class (formerly Advanced Wilderness Life Support) is designed to provide a practical foundation in Wilderness Medicine for medical professionals and to teach patient assessment and treatment guidelines for life support until definitive care or evacuation is available. In addition, you will be trained in methods for managing medical and trauma emergencies and urgencies in the wilderness when evacuation is unavailable or unnecessary. For a more detailed list of topics covered see the Course Guide.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Wilderness Medical Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 24.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. See the detailed Course Guide for more information regarding continuing education credits. You will receive your CME certification 4-6 weeks after course completion.
PREREQUISITES
This course is designed for current medical practitioners, including Doctors, PAs, Nurses, Paramedics, Residents, and Medical School Students. Please reach out to BMG if you have questions regarding whether this class is right for you.
Majestic granite mountains covered with pine forest and classic blue skies surround this crystal-clear lake high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. At 6000 feet, the Lake Tahoe region is well known for its year-round mountain recreation and scenic vistas. You’ll find mountain biking, hiking, trail running, skiing and snowboarding, swimming, and more in the North Lake Tahoe area.
April 27-28, 2024 *Two spots left!
Non-Doctoral: $595
Doctoral: $795
Course Details and Registration