1 CPC CreditsProudly Sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network Keynote Presentation.This class explores how provider experience, composure, prioritized care, and clear communication across the continuum of trauma care contribute to successful outcomes in chaotic environments.

Immediately following our Keynote Presentation, please remain seated as we pay tribute to our EMS family members that have gone before us.

Join us for our opening ceremony, Mr. Douglas Kish, Former Police Chief (ret) as he proudly presents our National Anthem.

Visit Pennsylvanias Premier EMS Conference Exhibition Hall and experience our many incredible Vendors, Sponsors, and supporters of the 2025 CODE EMS Conference.

Northeast Health Care Coalition Opening Remarks / Coalition Roadmap

Visit the Tower Health Exhibition area and take advantage of a No Cost Influenza Vaccine.

This session will explore lessons learned and best practices in planning for special events, drawn from recent large-scale operations in Philadelphia. Designed for healthcare emergency managers, the talk will highlight strategies for managing patient surge, multi-agency coordination, public health...

Planning and providing coverage for large, planned events with the HCC.

1.00 CPC CreditsThe purpose of this lesson is to ensure that students understand how to recognize the process to successfully perform CPR and the 10 Step Process on a firefighter in full PPE and SCBA.

Is your CPR Certification soon to expire? Join us in the CODE EMS Conference Exhibit Hall and visit CPR Heart Starters and renew your CPR at NO Cost.

1 CPC CreditsThis session is a hands-on didactic/workshop approach to the Infrequently performed intervention of Cricothyrotomy. Didactic review, mannequin and tissue practice stations will be utilized and taught by Practitioners and EMS educators from multiple health networks to better prepare...

This session will have a brief introductory didactic covering the fundamentals of PTX identification and treatment of pneumothorax followed by a hands on simulation of needle thoracostomy.

1 CPC CreditsDudes on 'Ludes...is that the headliner, fans, or both? The creativity of street names for recreational drugs is second only to the creativity of band names. This session will compare band names with drug names while discussing the toxicology and treatment pathways that EMS providers...

The MRC is a national network of medical and non-medical volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to help communities throughout the country prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and public health emergencies. MRC units continuously recruit, train and activate volunteers to...

1 CPC CreditDiscussion of complex cases and management that make physicians do additional preparation before patient arrival. Pre-hospital and initial resuscitation and management will be discussed.

Learn the signs and symptoms of acute stroke, including special attention to the posterior circulation. Learn how to recognize possible large vessel occlusion (LVO) that may warrant hospital bypass to a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Review the important elements of the medical history as they pertain...

This course explores the prehospital management of complex medical and traumatic cases with uncertain diagnoses, weighing the risks and benefits of critical care interventions. Participants will review pathophysiology, treatment approaches, and hospital imaging to enhance decision-making in...

1.00 CPC Credits We will discuss common vascular trauma scenarios, in-field management, case review and insight into definitive surgical management. This will be a session open to dialogue with questions encouraged.

We will be going over What meds EMT'S can give or assist with. We will also be going over 12 lead placements. This will be mostly hands on. Please come with all your questions about what EMT'S can or cannot do.

Join us for the CODE EMS Conference luncheon, with our Keynote session immediately following, in the same location.

1.0 CPCThis keynote confronts the unspoken cost of silence in EMS. We celebrate bravery, but often ignore the emotional toll behind the uniform. Dr. Orlando E Rivera pulls back the curtain on what it really means to serve in silence, challenging outdated views of resilience, exposing why current...

Planned events provide unique opportunities for communities & health systems to test capabilities before real-world events occur. This presentation will review the medical management of Pocono Raceway's annual Motorsports & Music Festival mass gathering events. Synergies from the partnerships built...

During the 2024 presidential campaign, the candidates hosted events in communities across the nation. Each event required close coordination among federal, state, and local public safety personnel to ensure the safety of all involved. On July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania, a single shooter...

Maxillofacial trauma evaluationKey problems and work-upClassification of facial fractures and soft tissue injuriesScar management

1.00 CPC CreditsThis session will highlight our experience at Tower direct with initiating pre-hospital blood administration including an overview of our program and the need for pre-hospital blood. We will discuss our process and implementation the roadblocks we encountered and review some cases...

Twice the trivia, Twice the taser power, all of the fun! Back by popular demand, Taser Trivia II returns with a jolt of excitement and a new twist! This high-voltage EMS Con-Ed is your chance to test your knowledge on some of the world’s most significant large-scale disasters, from American...

LET'S ROCK KALAHARI - JOIN US FOR AN AMAZING EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC.Proudly Sponsored by Service Electric Ostrich Hat Flows like a DJ but ROCKS like a bandFrom the Finger Lakes of New York to The Atlantic City New Jersey Boardwalk and back home in the Pocono Mountains Ostrich Hat has been...

TEST SESSION

Please join the Team from Tower Health - Tower Direct for breakfast this morning.

1.00 CPC CreditsWill review the current clinical definition of cardiogenic shock, discuss the common exam findings, co-morbid conditions, current management strategies, provide a brief overview of mechanical circulatory support, pre-hospital care, and interfacility transportation concerns.

1.00 EMSVO CreditThis course will provide participants with the opportunity to gain a perspective on the broad range of competencies and qualifications associated with emergency vehicle driving. Through discussion and demonstration, driver function, performance and behavioral qualifying aspects will...

1.00 CPC CreditsDescribe how the RACE score is used to identify large vessel occlusion (LVO) in acute stroke patients, particularly in prehospital settings, and its role in improving access to timely endovascular treatment. Using actual pre-hospital patients, the audience will use what they learned...

1.00 CPC CreditsA review of complex EMS trauma cases which required operative management and techniques to improve care in the field.

Visit Pennsylvania's Premier EMS Conference Exhibition Hall and experience our many incredible Vendors, Sponsors, and supporters of the 2025 CODE EMS Conference.

1.00 OTHER CreditsHave you had someone say that your agency has plenty of money, but won’t spend it? While it may not be a “sexy” topic, understanding the economics of EMS is crucial for anyone seeking to drive meaningful change. But this isn’t just about learning—it’s about leading. By equipping...

1.00 CPC Credits

1.00 CPC CreditsField Training Officers (FTOs) are the backbone of EMS education, guiding new hires, supporting seasoned providers, and often delivering continuing education. Clinical educators are equally vital, playing a key role in recruitment and retention. Yet, FTOs frequently receive limited...

We will be going over What meds EMT'S can give or assist with. We will also be going over 12 lead placements. This will be mostly hands on. Please come with all your questions about what EMT'S can or cannot do.

Join us for lunch this afternoon, sponsored by the Team of The CODE EMS Conference. Immediately following lunch, join us for our Special Screening of Honorable but Broken.

1.0 CPC Credit This program equips frontline professionals and their supporters with strategies to strengthen mental wellness in high stress roles. It goes beyond individual coping tools by addressing the culture shift needed in public safety and healthcare—one that prioritizes resilience, breaks...

1.00 EMSVO CreditThis course will provide participants an opportunity to gain a perspective of the role organizational leadership plays with the determination of expectations related to selection, training, and qualifications of emergency vehicle drivers. Through discussion and demonstration, policy...

1.00 CPC Credits

1.00 CPC CreditsTen years after its introduction, the Pennsylvania Prehospital Voluntary Readiness Program received a well-deserved revision to meet patient needs, industry expectations, and maintain a cutting-edge approach towards pediatric care. The Prepared for Pediatrics – EMS program rolled out...

To foster and support spiritual health and wellbeing for EMS providers and organizaitonal culture and development.

Visit Pennsylvania's Premier EMS Conference Exhibition Hall and experience our many incredible Vendors, Sponsors, and supporters of the 2025 CODE EMS Conference.

Regional Medical Advisory Committee meeting, hosted virtually, see a conference team member for additional information to join us.

Insight on the maintenance of a healthy, multiple sphere analogy, lifestyle to survive in the EMS Profession.

Bus accidents occur frequently, and first responders need to understand the differences between them and the usual passenger vehicle accident. This lecture will cover school and commercial bus accidents and how EMS providers mitigate these multi-victim incidents. The student will learn about the...

Unlocking Coaching Skills introduces participants to "Coach Approach," emphasizing active listening, self-awareness, and transformative communication techniques. It covers core coaching skills, like reflective inquiry and managing emotional triggers, while exploring frameworks like the DISC...

THE PARTY CONTINUES THIS EVENING:Ready to turn up the heat on your Thursday night? Join us as Slammin Jamz Entertainment delivers your favorite music and entertainment as we celebrate yet another incredible CODE EMS Conference.

1.00 CPC CreditWhen you say that you understand what the patient is describing to you, do you truly know what they are talking about. My Cancer story is here to help providers understand cancer and chemotherapy.

1.00 Other CreditsThe development of WMD by non-state actors poses a serious threat to peace and security. Countering the acquisition of WMD materials by terrorist groups and lone wolves presents unique challenges due to the widespread dissemination of technical knowledge through unconventional...