Attendees

The Obstetric Life Support (OBLS) Course is a validated, interdisciplinary training program designed to improve maternal-fetal outcomes during obstetric and maternal medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest. The curriculum is delivered in two integrated components. Part 1 is a self-paced, online course (~4 hours) with fourteen interactive modules. Content covers normal and abnormal maternal adaptations, early warning signs in pregnancy and postpartum, causes of maternal cardiac arrest, pregnancy-specific CPR modifications, post-arrest care, stroke, trauma, postpartum emergencies, obstetric emergency deliveries, medical complications in pregnancy, and communication skills, including handoffs and delivering difficult news. Participants must complete all modules and an online competency assessment prior to simulation training. Part 2 consists of immersive, in-person simulation (~8 hours). Using rapid-cycle deliberate practice under experienced instructor guidance, participants apply pre-course knowledge in case-based scenarios. Skills are reinforced through structured simulations of maternal cardiac arrest, obstetric emergency deliveries, and medical crises in pregnancy. Learners are evaluated on their ability to lead team responses, implement evidence-based algorithms, and communicate effectively under pressure. Together, these components ensure participants develop the cognitive, technical, and leadership skills required for high-stakes maternal emergencies, filling a critical gap in current resuscitation and obstetric training programs. For more information on course content, contact Andrea Shields at ashields@uchc.edu.

The connection between truly knowing human anatomy and procedural success is extremely clear (and we can prove it). Using the examples of ventilation management and vascular access we will demonstrate why the current teaching standard is harmful to both patient and student (and how we can implement positive change in the near future). Join Mr. Rahm and Mr. Bolleter on a journey that will open more than just minds and classrooms. For more information on course content, contact Scotty Bolleter at scotty.bolleter@hiscentre.com.

This four-hour, hands-on workshop is designed to aid instructors in creating realistic moulage and simulation scenes without costing a fortune. Participants will explore practical, budget-conscious techniques to enhance the visual and environmental realism of simulation scenarios. Through guided instruction, demonstration, and active participation, learners will gain foundational knowledge of moulage principles and develop the skills needed to apply moulage effectively in a variety of educational settings. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to describe at least five core principles of moulage, identify multiple sources for obtaining moulage materials, and recognize creative options for sourcing scenario props. Learners will also apply their knowledge by properly moulaging a simulated patient based on a specific injury or pathophysiological condition, reinforcing both realism and educational impact. This interactive workshop emphasizes hands-on practice, collaboration, and immediately applicable skills for simulation-based education. For more information on course content, contact Dave Quinn at dave.quinn@platinumed.com.