Fundamental Critical Care Support 2016

Philadelphia, PA US
April 7, 2016 to April 8, 2016

***Online registration is now closed. Individuals interested in attending must arrive at 7:00am to register on-site and take the mandatory Pre-Test for this conference.***

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Jefferson is proud to be a licensed provider for The Society of Critical Care Medicine's (SCCM) internationally recognized Fundamental Critical Care Support (FCCS). FCCS training prepares non-intensivists, nurses, house staff, and other critical care practitioners for the preliminary evaluation, stabilization and management of critically ill or injured patients until a transfer or expert consultation can be organized. This standardized two day course includes a combination of didactic lectures and case-based skills stations. Participants will gain knowledge and skills in the areas of mechanical ventilation, airway management, diagnosis and management of shock, cardiopulmonary/cerebral resuscitation, neurologic support, and the diagnosis and management of life-threatening infections and metabolic disturbances. 

Small group stations are a hallmark of FCCS training, so space is limited - Register Today!!

For more details, download a copy of the program agenda and learning objectives.

ACCREDITATION INFORMATION

Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. (www.aapa.org).

**Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing recognizes AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ issued by academic medical centers toward license CE requirements.  If you reside outside of Pennsylvania, please check with your state for additional information.

Target Audience

FCCS training will be of interest to intensivists as well as non-intensivists physicians, nurses, house staff, and other critical care practitioners

Learning Objectives

The Learning Objectives for this activity can be found in the attachment below.

PARKING INFORMATION- 

Thursday and Friday, April 7-8, 2016 at Thomas Jefferson University: http://www.jefferson.edu/university/directions/parking.html. 

  • The closest parking lot to the conference is the Hamilton Parking Garage (Self Park).
Additional information
Jefferson Content Development By: 
Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC)
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH)
Content Areas: 
Cardiology
Critical Care
Neurological Surgery
Pulmonology
Surgery
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Program Agenda54.09 KB
Cancellation and Refund Policy14.22 KB
Learning Objectives18.7 KB
FCCS 2016 - Registration Form v5.pdf85.11 KB
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 14.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 14.50 Attendance
Course opens: 
02/17/2016
Course expires: 
01/31/2018
Event starts: 
04/07/2016 - 7:30am
Event ends: 
04/08/2016 - 5:00pm
Cost:
$350.00
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Jefferson Alumni Hall (JAH)
1020 Locust Street
Eakins Lounge - 1st Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
United States

All faculty at continuing educating activities for nurses, physicians and allied health professionals are required to disclose to the audience (1) any significant financial relationships with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial products, goods or services and (2) any unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices discussed in their presentations. Such disclosures will be made in writing in the course presentation materials.  Jefferson Conflict of Interest resolution process may result in changes to the program agenda.

How to Register

IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

  • Pre-registration ends April 4, 2016. Onsite registration will be accepted.
  • No refunds will be granted after March 31, 2016. See full refund policy. 

To register online, you must have a CPD at JeffLearn account.

  1. Log in or create an account. - Note: This website will not work on Internet Explorer. See recommended browsers above.
  2. Review the chart and select your profession or affiliation. The appropriate fee will be reflected when you add to cart (must be logged in to see this feature). 
  3. Check out and pay with Visa or Mastercard. (American Express is not accepted). 

If paying by check, please fill out paper registration and mail to the address listed on the form.

REGISTRATION FEES

DegreeFee
Practicing Physician, Nurse or Allied Health Professional (No Jefferson Affiliation)$350
Jefferson Spoke/Affiliate Hospitals Faculty and Staff$265
Jefferson/Methodist/Abington Faculty and Staff$100

Please review and select a registration fee from the options above. The base registration fee for this course is $350.00.  Depending on your degree, this fee will be reduced by the amount shown next to your selection to reflect the appropriate fee.

Please note: A FCCS textbook is included in your registration fee and will be available for pickup at no additional cost from the Office of CME, 1020 Locust Street, Suite M-5, Monday-Friday between 8:00AM and 4:00PM.  If you would like to have the textbook mailed to you, please select the $25.00 additional fee option below. The FCCS textbook will be sent out one week after registration is processed via FedEx 2-day shipping.  

Available Credit

  • 14.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 14.50 Attendance

Accreditation Period

Course opens: 
02/17/2016
Course expires: 
01/31/2018

Price

Cost:
$350.00
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