6th Annual USA Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Symposium Sponsor: University of South Alabama College of Medicine, Medical Center, and Office of Continuing Medical Education Location: Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel Mobile, Alabama April 9-10, 2015 is symposium is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the management of trauma & critically ill patients. It will provide physicians, surgeons, nurses, technicians and residents with evidenced-based concepts and techniques in critical care in today’s world. Specialists will provide presentations on current topics and a forum for the exchange of knowledge and ideas on a variety of issues. Panel discussions will also be provided to stimulate dialogue with the audience in a question and answer format. At the completion of this symposium, participants will have enhanced their skills and competence in medical knowledge and understanding of new concepts in the field of trauma and surgical critical care. Physicians, Trauma Surgeons, General Surgeons, Emergency Care Spe- cialists, Neurosurgeons, Orthopaedic Surgeons, Critical Care Specialists, Anesthesiologists, EMS Personnel, Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Physical erapists, Occupational erapists, Speech erapists, Registered Nurses, CRNP, PA, Pharmacists, Respiratory erapists, Medical Students, and other healthcare professionals. is memorial lecture is presented annually to honor the life of William A. L. Mitchell, who died in 2005 from severe traumatic injuries sustained in a car crash. Following his treatment at the USA Trauma Center - in appreciation for the care he received - his family established the endowment and the lecture series both to memorialize William and to improve trauma patient care in our region through education. William was a senior at UMS Wright Preparatory School at the time of his death. e William A.L. Mitchell Lecture has served as a platform to educate and convey trauma awareness to healthcare providers and residents of the Mobile area. Car crashes are one of the lead- ing causes of death among young peo- ple. According to the National High- way Safety and Traffic Administration, education has helped decrease the number of fatalities among teenagers. Cancellation/Refund Policy: Submit written notification by Fax to (251) 471-7334 or E-mail [email protected]. No telephone cancellation will be accepted. A $50 cancellation fee will be assessed if the cancellation is postmarked on or before April 1, 2015. No refunds will be given aſter April 2, 2015. e University of South Alabama College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Designation Statement: University of South Alabama College of Medicine designates their live educational activity for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. ™ is CME activity is supported by educational grants. A complete list of vendors will be provided prior to the start of the conference. Please indicate at least three days in advance if you need special assistance or have special dietary needs. If you are in need of a special accommodation, please submit a description of your needs in writing in order to receive service. University of South Alabama Medical Center 2451Fillingim Street, Suite 10-I Mobile, Alabama 36617-2293 Course Description Target Audience William A. L. Mitchell Endowed Lecture Renaissance Mobile River- view Plaza Hotel 64 South Water Street Mobile, Alabama 36602 Reservations: Call 800-922-3298 and ask for the University South Alabama Trauma Symposium 2015 group rates of $139 (plus applicable lodge taxes) for your choice of a King or Queen sized bed by March 18, 2015. Room Amenities: Mini-fridge, Alarm clock, Coffee maker, Individual cli- mate control, Iron & Ironing board, Safe, Electrical outlet at desk level, In- ternet browser/Web TV. Hotel Amenities & Services: e Harbor Room (breakfast, lunch & dinner); Fathoms Lounge (Dinner Only) with live music; Fitness room; Swimming pool; Smoke-free hotel; Valet parking. Please make your Hotel Reservation by: March 18, 2015 Accreditation Statement Special Needs Statement Beaches Mobile Medical Museum, Carnival Museum, Art Museum, History Museum, Battleship Memorial Park, Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, Fort Conde, Deep Sea Fishing, Glass Bottom Dolphin Tours, Alligator Alley, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Robert Trent Jones Golf Course **More information can be provided upon request*** omas M. Scalea, M.D., F.A.C.S., M.C.C.M. TITLES: Physician-in-Chief, Shock Trauma Center System Chief for Critical Care Services University of Maryland Medical System e Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor in Trauma Director, Program in Trauma University of Maryland School of Medicine SPECIALTY: Shock, Trauma Critical Care & Surgery, Emergency Medicine, and Neuro Critical Care EDUCATION: Doctor of Medicine: Medical College of Virginia General Surgery Residency: Upstate Medical Center/ Syracuse, New York Fellowship in Trauma and Critical Care: New York Medical College HONORS: National Italian American Foundation Special Achievement Award Speaker’s Medallion Award, House of Delegates, State of Maryland Honorary Maryland State Trooper Award Shock Trauma Hero Award William A.L. Mitchell Lecture For more information visit our web site Learning Objectives At the completion of this symposium participants will: • Have an increased knowledge of resuscitation of trauma victims; • Be informed about acute general surgery emergencies; • Increase their awareness of challenges in under developed countries; • Have an understanding of new critical care processes and techniques; • Understand the priority of trauma care in military settings; and • Learn new developments in head, neck & thoracic trauma. ings to do