Join us for two days of free, fun, continuing education!
EMRs, EMTs, advanced EMTS, paramedics, nurses, physicians, and others are welcome.
Conference Program
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Monday, May 22, 2023
In-person at The Greater Columbus Convention Center
400 North High Street, Columbus OH 43215
(614) 827-2500
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Live, online via WebEx only
Participants must register separately for each conference day!
Franklin County Firefighters | Grant Medical Center EMS Education Alumni Luncheon
Monday, May 22, 2023
Graduates, students, advisory board members, faculty and staff of the Franklin County Firefighters/OhioHealth Grant Medical Center EMS Education EMT and paramedic schools are invited to attend a private luncheon, to celebrate the successes of our program and its people. The tie between our students, those past, present and future, forms a solid foundation that contributes to an environment of professionalism, camaraderie and lifelong learning among EMS professionals throughout the state.
Excellence in EMS Education Award Ceremony
An annual award presented to a staff member, faculty member, advisory board member or other person to recognize their support of our program.
The John P. Moore Memorial EMS Award for Excellence
Monday, May 22, 2023
Background
John P. Moore was an invaluable member of the OhioHealth Grant Medical Center family. For 25 years, John served as a part- time paramedic instructor at Grant, and was one of three paramedic instructors for the Columbus Division of Fire. John dedicated his professional life to the continued success of the Grant Trauma program and Grant’s LifeLink program. His contributions to the improvement of care for pre-hospital patients through his efforts at the Columbus Division of Fire, Grant LifeFlight, Grant LifeLink and Grant’s Paramedic School are invaluable.
Description
To pay honor to John’s memory, OhioHealth is proud to present The John P. Moore Memorial EMS Award for Excellence. This prestigious award is bestowed annually upon an Ohio Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic.
It serves to recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the recipient’s accomplishments and contributions, as demonstrated through their actions as an EMS advocate, educator, leader, mentor or provider.
Eligibility Criteria
A nominee for The John P. Moore Memorial EMS Award for Excellence must:
+ Be an EMS provider, with a current and valid certification issued by the State of Ohio, Division of EMS as an Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic; and
+ Be an EMS provider with no disciplinary actions against them by the Ohio State Board of Emergency Medical Services; and
+ Be a member in good standing of a recognized EMS organization that responds to emergencies and other requests, including those made by the public-at-large; and
+ Meet the spirit of the award description
Recipient Selection
Nominations are blinded and nominees are voted on by the members of an interdisciplinary team.
Nominations are now closed!
Excellence in EMS Medical Direction Award
Monday, May 22, 2023
Background
The Medical Director serves a critical role in the delivery of emergency medical services, clinical integration with healthcare systems, community health management, clinical quality and patient safety, emergency medical dispatch, training and education, and clinical operations.
A deep understanding of the emergency medical services system and its people are a must. An engaged medical director serves as a role model, subject matter expert, researcher, risk manager, data analyst, facilitator, liaison, and much more. Today’s EMS professionals demand and deserve quality, dedicated face-time with medical directors.
Description
To recognize EMS medical directors, OhioHealth is proud to present the Excellence in EMS Medical Direction Award. This prestigious award is bestowed annually upon an Ohio EMS Physician Medical Director.
It serves to recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the recipient’s accomplishments and contributions, as demonstrated through their actions as an EMS advocate, educator, leader, mentor or professional.
Eligibility Criteria
A nominee for the Excellence in EMS Medical Direction Award must:
+ Be a physician, with a current and valid license issued by the State of Ohio; and
+ Have no disciplinary actions against them by the Ohio Medical Board; and
+ Be a medical director, in good standing, of a recognized EMS organization that responds to emergencies and other requests, including those made by the public-at-large; and
+ Meet the spirit of the award description
Recipient Selection
Nominations are blinded and nominees are voted on by the members of a interdisciplinary team.
Nominations are now closed!
Conference Exhibitors and Sponsor Opportunities
Get exposure to an expected audience of hundreds over two days.
There are many exhibitor, sponsor, and other opportunities to interact with this audience of emergency medical responders, emergency medical technicians, advanced EMTs, paramedics, nurses, physicians, chief officers, educators, supply coordinators, hospital, trauma, stroke and STEMI center representatives, and others.
Contact Us for more information.
Conference and Area Information
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All in-person conference events are conveniently located in the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
Parking garages are located nearby on Goodale Boulevard, Nationwide Boulevard between High and Third Streets and on Vine Street between High and Park Streets.
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Central Ohio Fire Museum
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Additional Information
Online: Contact Us
Email: ems@ohiohealth.com
Telephone: (614) 566.9111
Educational Scope
OhioHealth Emergency Medical Services continuing education programs are intended only to introduce or further enhance knowledge and skills. Authorization to perform any procedure, skill, technique or the like, as well as certification or licensure, is not implied or granted. Future performance, retention of knowledge, competency and the like are not implied or guaranteed. The issuance or possession of certificates, provider cards, letters of attendance and the like, as well as participation in or completion of an educational offering, do not indicate a participant’s knowledge, expected behavior or capacity to perform.
EMS CE Approval
OhioHealth Emergency Medical Services (i.e. OhioHealth Grant Medical Center LifeLink) Is approved by the State of Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS as a Continuing Education Provider (Approval #2084). Ohio Division of EMS
Nursing CE Approval
The Ohio Board of Nursing accepts “a CE activity that has been approved by an agency that regulates a healthcare profession or discipline in Ohio or another jurisdiction.” CE approved by the State of Ohio, Department of Public Safety, Division of EMS meets Ohio Board of Nursing CE requirements. Ohio Board of Nursing