ems expo news
NAEMT will hold its silent auction in the EMS EXPO exhibit hall for the second year. Proceeds from the auction go to the NAEMT scholarship fund, which awards scholarships to qualified EMS practitioners who wish to advance their EMS education. Attendees who wish to participate can stop by the NAEMT silent auction area in the exhibit hall and bid on the items available. Exhibitors who would like to donate to the silent auction can click here for more information. |
EMS EXPO is offering ride-along opportunities at the show this year in Atlanta. New for this year, attendees can earn one CEU credit for each hour of the ride-along. Click here for participating departments. |
For the second year, EMS EXPO is looking for photos of EMS/rescue/fire professionals in the field, at training events or in the workplace. Photos must be received by September 18, 2009 and the winners will be announced the week of September 28, 2009. The grand prize winner will receive two 3-day conference program packages, 3 night hotel stay and one $500 travel voucher to attend EMS EXPO this year in Atlanta. Five finalists will receive $50 VISA gift cards. We had such a great response to our 2008 photo contest and we look forward to seeing even more photos this year! For information on submitting your photos click on the Photo Contest page under Events/Meetings. |
Preconference session P17, Human Autopsy Lab & Tour, will offer attendees a unique opportunity to watch an autopsy in progress at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation?s facility. After viewing the autopsy, attendees will also receive a brief overview of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation's facility. The class is limited to 20 students so sign up early! |
EMS EXPO will host a two day weapons of mass destruction training event that will focus on teaching proper patient triage, treatment and transportation in the event of exposure to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) weapons . PER 211 - EMS Operations and Planning for Weapons of Mass Destruction is a 16 hour session, Oct. 26 & 27, being offered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). For more information on this session click on the Preconference page under Conference. |
Throughout his 30-year EMS career, Robert Nixon, MBA, EMT-P, dedicated himself to the education of EMS professionals. An acclaimed author, respected speaker, mentor and EMS Magazine advisory board member, Bob's passion for excellence in EMS education was unsurpassed. Sadly, in June 2008, Bob passed away after losing his battle with skin cancer. To honor his legacy, his family created The Robert G. Nixon Memorial Foundation. The mission of the foundation is to provide access to educational opportunities for deserving EMS professionals with the Robert Nixon scholarship program. Applications are now being accepted for the 2009 Robert Nixon Scholarship. In partnership with EMS EXPO, The Robert G. Nixon Memorial Foundation will provide two scholarships that will each consist of a three-day core program EMS EXPO registration and $1,000 to pay for travel expenses to the 2009 EMS EXPO, scheduled to be held in Atlanta, GA, October 28-30. To be considered, please tell us in 500 words or less what attending EMS EXPO means to you, and how you would reinforce Bob Nixon's legacy in your department or organization through the sharing of knowledge and education development. The deadline for applications is August 3. The winners will be announced in the October issue of EMS Magazine. Applications should be e-mailed to nancy.perry@cygnusb2b.com. |
Click Here to hear speakers Erik Gaull and Greg Friese discuss the topics they are speaking on at this year's show with Chris Montera from EMS Garage! |
Receive early registration pricing through Saturday, October 24. Save time and money when you register today! |
Click here for a special discount offer from the Atlanta Thrashers to see them play the Washington Capitals on Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 pm. |
EMS EXPO will travel to the Dallas Convention Center next year, Sept. 27 - Oct. 1, 2010. |
