Wilderness and Mountain Medicine
21st Annual WMS Winter Meeting of the Wilderness Medical Society

Overview	Invitation	Program Schedule	Pre-Conferences	Workshops
Evening Events	Faculty	CME/FAWM	Travel & Lodging	Registration

PRE-CONFERENCE

All pre-conference and post-conference programs have limited enrollment to ensure the quality of the learning experience. Please register early to guarantee your space.

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AWLS – ADVANCED WILDERNESS LIFE SUPPORT® AWLS & WMS Faculty Friday, February 15, 1:00 - 5:30 pm Saturday, February 16, 7:30am - 5:00pm Fee:  $335  AWLS is a practical hands-on certification course-originally developed at the University of Utah School of Medicine in 1997-that teaches medical professionals how to manage medical and trauma emergencies when traditional medical facilities are not readily accessible.  AWLS was developed to create a standard in treating injuries and illnesses in a wilderness environment.  Topics include: patient assessment, treatment guidelines for life support until definitive care or evacuation is available, and techniques and guidelines for evacuation.  All registrants who pass the written exam will receive the AWLS certification that is valid for four years. NOTE:  Participants must also register for the WMS Winter Meeting as content material for this pre-conference will be presented during the main course. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the Wilderness Medical Society and Advanced Wilderness Life Support.  The Wilderness Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Wilderness Medical Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM.  Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

LEVEL 1 AVALANCHE COURSE WMS Faculty Friday, February 15, 7:30am - 5:30pm Saturday, February 16, 7:30am - 5:30pm Sunday, February 17, 1:00 - 4:00pm Fee:  $335 (Includes lift tickets for Sat, Sun & Mon) This intensive course will present comprehensive information about safe travel in avalanche terrain, avalanche transceiver use, and snowpack analysis.  Practice efficient rescues with avalanche beacons.  Study avalanche victim physiology and medical treatment.  Upon completion of the course, each participant will receive a certificate for Level 1 avalanche training according to the guidelines of the American Avalanche Association.  NOTE:  Participants must register for the WMS Winter Meeting as content material for this pre-conference will be presented during the main course. DiMM candidates must participate in the Level 1 Avalanche Course (included in DiMM registration). Other didactic sessions that are required under the DiMM program are indicated on the program schedule. If you are interested in this unique and special opportunity, please contact Loren at (801)990-2989.

MedWAR UTAH University of Utah Saturday, February 16, 7:30am - 5:00pm Fee: $150 for each team of 3 Teams:  Any three people with an interest in wilderness medicine (health care professionals, emergency personnel, students f all varieties, outdoor enthusiasts).  Everyone is welcome!  No formal knowledge required.  No division based on age, gender or medical skill level.  First, second and third place teams will receive prizes.  Everyone gets a t-shirt and a post-race dinner!  More details are posted at: http://medwar.org/utah/