Big Sky Ski Resort, Montana USA: January 7 - 14, 2012
Big Sky more than exceeded expectations in 2011. After experiencing genuine Montana hospitality and some truly amazing skiing we just knew we had to go back in 2012. Big Sky has access to more skiing than any other resort in the USA. There are over 5500 skiiable acres to explore with a vertical drop of 4350 feet.
Big Sky has long green runs for the beginner, stunning cruisers of up to 6 miles in length for the intermediate and some of the most challenging black runs in the country. For the truly adventurous there are dozens of steep alpine chutes or equip yourself with a beacon and a buddy to explore the incredible backcountry.
But the greatest thing about Big Sky is NO LIFT LINES. The resort is incredibly quiet just after the New Year as Americans head back to work and school so it almost feels like we have the resort to ourselves. It was not unusual to have 4 or 5 empty chairs between skiers and to be able to ski long cruisers with only 2 or 3 other people. Wonderful snow, fantastic runs and all the space you could ever need.
For the non-skier there is plenty to do with fabulous spa's & health clubs who have regular exercise sessions, snow shoeing day treks, dog sledding and zip line to name a few. Live music and poker tables can be found every evening and night at one of the many bars and restrauants at Big Sky.
For 2012 our meeting will focus on the themes of Sports and Travel Medicine. We will schedule a mix of morning and evening sessions to discuss topics such as knee injuries, radiology in sports medicine, fever in the returned traveller, malaria, rare parasites and many others.
All our topics have been selected to be of interest to Emergency Physicians, Critical Care Physicians, General Practitioners, Nurses, paramedics and students. We encourage a case based presentation format and an interactive approach at all sessions.
The information pack contains all the relevant information about the conference, accommodation, flights, registration, etc.
We will also be hosting a 3 day pre- meeting workshop at Yellowstone National Park from January 3rd – 5th 2012. This will give delegates to opportunity to visit the world’s first designated National Park. This is a unique winter opportunity with the potential for you to go snowshoeing, cross country skiing or jump on a snow mobile as you explore one of the world’s great destinations. Click here for more details.
Application for ACEM MOPS points has been lodged.
Conference Schedule
Big Sky Ski Resort, Montana USA: January 7 - 14, 2012
ACEM accredited workshop - 0.5 points per hour
SATURDAY, 7th JANUARY 17:00-19:00TH
Welcome Reception and opening session.
Topic: Expedition Medicine
Speaker: Associate Professor Geoff Ramin
**NOTE: Drinks and Nibbles will be provided at all evening sessions.
SUNDAY, 8th JANUARY 17:00-19:00
Topic: Case Studies in Travel Medicine
Speaker: Dr Terri Prest
MONDAY, 9th JANUARY 07:00-09:00
Breakfast Session
Topic: Imaging in Sports Medicine
Speaker: Dr Duncan Murray
17:00 – 19:00
Topic: Travel Medicine Potpourri:
- Travel Insurance and the Doctor
- Malaria Update
- Rare Parasites
Speakers: A/Prof Drew Richardson / A/Prof Geoff Ramin
**NOTE: A light boxed breakfast will be provided for delegates at the morning sessions.
TUESDAY 10th JANUARY 17:00 – 19:00
Topic: Case Studies in Sports Medicine
Speaker: A/Prof Barry Rigby
WEDNESDAY 11th JANUARY 07:00-09:00
Breakfast Session
Topic: Sports Related Knee Injuries
Speaker: A/Prof Drew Richardson
THURSDAY 12th JANUARY 17:00 – 19:00
Conference Pizza Night
Topic: When the plane goes down - Non-technical competencies in medical training
Speakers
Associate Professor Geoff Ramin
Geoff is Director of Emergency Medicine for the John Flynn Hospital. Up until March 2010 he was the Network Director of Emergency Medicine for The Tweed and Murwillumbah District Hospitals. He is a VMO in Intensive Care at the Tweed Hospital. He has extensive experience in pre-hospital care and medical retrieval. He is the Senior Specialist - Aeormedical and Critical Care Services for the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the Queensland sector. He is a Regional Consultant for the Queensland Ambulance Service and a Medical Consultant to Mondial Assistance. He is the Medical Director of International Medical Systems. His passion for adventures includes mountaineering, scuba diving, hiking in the wilderness and generally getting lost. He recently returned from summiting Mont Blanc the highest peak in Western Europe.
Dr Terri Prest MD, FACEM
Terri Prest, MD, FACEM. Ex-pat Canadian, trained at University of Toronto (MD) and McGill University (CCFP-EM) in the 1990's. Completed FACEM in Auckland, 2007. Currently EM consultant at Middlemore Hospital, Auckland as well as Co-Director of Emergency Medicine Training at Middlemore. The travel bug taken me to many parts of the globe and whether it be horse, kayak, skis or feet, I just love being out there exploring.
