Big Sky
Big Sky
Big Sky Ski Resort, Montana USA:
January 8 - 15, 2011
In 2011 join MOTE in one of the Rocky Mountain’s best ski resorts. Big Sky is truly BIG with access to more skiing than any other resort in the United States. Explore up to 5,512 skiable acres, 4,350 feet of vertical drop and runs of up to 6 miles in length. This year's meeting will focus on a case study based approach to a number of key areas in Emergency Medicine. These evening sessions will be complemented by three Morning sessions on the unique topics of Mountain Medicine, Religion and Medicine and the Medical Consequences of Climate Change.
All topics have been selected to be of interest and use to Emergency Physicians, Critical Care Physicians, General Practitioners, Nurses, Paramedics and Students. We encourage an interactive approach at all sessions.
The Information Pack contains information regarding the conference, accommodation, flights, registration etc.
Conference Schedule
SATURDAY, 8TH JANUARY 17:00-19:00
Welcome Reception and opening session.
Topic: Case Studies in Cardiology
Facilitator: Dr Duncan Murray
**NOTE: Drinks and Nibbles will be provided at all evening sessions.
SUNDAY, 9TH JANUARY 17:00-19:00
Topic: Case Studies in Trauma
Facilitator: Associate Professor Drew Richardson
MONDAY, 10TH JANUARY 07:00-09:00
Breakfast Session
Topic: Medicine and Religion
Speaker: Associate Professor Geoff Ramin
Content: A discussion of the conflicts that can occur between the practice of Medicine and a patient’s religious beliefs. What are the consequences of a patient’s religious beliefs on their health? How can these manifest during a true emergency? Can these differences be reconciled?
**NOTE: A light boxed breakfast will be provided for delegates at the morning sessions.
17:00 – 19:00
Topic: Case Studies in Toxicology
Facilitator: Associate Professor Geoff Ramin
TUESDAY 11th JANUARY 17:00 – 19:00
Topic: Case Studies in Paediatrics
Facilitator: Dr Paul Bowe / Dr Christa Bell
