Conference Updates after February 26th!

After you register, please check back often as conference updates, cancellations, changes will be posted here! We hope to see you in Ruidoso!
 

 Please Excuse Our Mess - The conference theme “EMS M*A*S*H BASH” also reflects that the Ruidoso Convention Center is under construction. Many months ago, an exciting makeover began at the Convention Center, with construction ongoing through most of 2010. However, we have constructed an “EMS M*A*S*H Compound” you’ll never forget! So, watch your step and please excuse our mess as our host town completes their own version of an “extreme makeover”! We think you’ll be pleased with the end result!

Welcome to Ruidoso

Relive your favorite M*A*S*H moments...

Okay, Radar, state your business, in one word or less. -- Hawkeye
Relive your favorite M*A*S*H moments in the year-round mountain playground Ruidoso, New Mexico during the annual EMS Region III “Partners for Life” Conference, April 24 – May 2, 2010. You’ll be sitting on top of the world taking in the many sights and infinite things to do in our cool conference location.

We wish you a wonderful EMS Region III 30^th Year Celebration Conference experience, whether you’re in class or in the exhibit hall. We know you’re here to learn, but we also want you to relax and have fun. These are skills that do not always come naturally and if we have forgotten them, we need to re-acquire them in beautiful Ruidoso!!! Read more...

Conference Registration and Hotel Information

Registration is as easy as 1-2-3!

Attention everybody. Incoming wounded. Get yours while they last. Tell your friends. -- PA System
You can register online, by fax, or by mail. Register early to get your first choice! We encourage registering as early as possible to reduce costs and increase chances of getting into the desired sessions. Due to limited space, sessions fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Have a second choice in mind. A conference “dog tag” will be required to attend sessions. Tuition fees include refreshments, handouts, registration materials, all social events, entrance to the exhibit hall, door prize drawings, and certification of completion (CEs). Registration at the door is based on availability. For further assistance, call (575) 769-2639 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , and someone will be happy to lend a hand! Read more...

Conference Host Hotel – The Lodge at Sierra Blanca

Attention all personnel. By order of Major Frank Burns, lights out in ten minutes sharp. Anyone not in their own beds at that time will have to spend the night wherever they are. -- PA System
Our host hotel will be The Lodge at Sierra Blanca - www.thelodgeatsierrablanca.com - located next to the Ruidoso Convention Center. The conference room rate is a bargain $100.00 per night, per room unlimited occupancy. Read more...

EMS Region III Conference Hotel Legend – Reserve your room early!

The Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to experience the ultimate Playground of the Southwest. Whether vacationing, developing business or connecting with the community, The Chamber has the answers for you.

Special Events and Offerings

Conference Registration Opens , Thursday, April 29, 3:00PM 

That's what I understand from a very reliable gossip! – Frank Burns
*New We encourage you to pick up your registration packet prior to Friday morning, April 30^th. Early conference packet pick-up and on-site registration will open Thursday, April 29^th at 3:00PM at Convention Center. Your tote bag will have your dog tags, name badge with class selections, M*A*S*H BASH T-shirt, notebook, and many more items donated by sponsors. Read more...

 Register early for a chance at a big prize!

Its 3 'blessed' a.m.! Even roosters are comatose! – Col. Potter
Register by the early bird deadline of April 6^th for a chance to win a jaw-dropping, shout out-loud, prize!!! We’ll choose the winner on Sunday, May 2, 2010. Read more...
 
The Old Family Album - 30 Years of History Recorded!

Scotty is a well respected Paramedic and internationally recognized speaker. He is an original member and patent holder with the Vidacare team where he remains the director or education working extensively in product development, research and professional services. Scotty retired from his Flight Paramedic position with San Antonio AirLife where he had been flying critical care patients for 14 years. During his time in the streets, air, classroom and laboratory Scotty has built his reputation on compassionate patient care and a relentless tenacity to do the right thing. Read more...

Jason Dush, FF, NREMT-P, CCEMT-P, FP-C, Arlington, TX

Jason Dush serves as a full-time Firefighter paramedic for the Arlington Fire Department and  part-time Critical Care Flight Paramedic with CareFlite.  Jason’s resume includes 15 years of paid EMS/Fire and 8 years as a Critical Care flight paramedic. Other experiences include 3 years as the EMS Clinical Coordinator for the Arlington Fire department, 7 years on a ground ambulance with Austin-Travis County EMS. Read more...

Fidel Garcia, EMT-P, Grand Junction, CO

Fidel started his career in 1980, during that time he has worked hospital based, volunteer and private ambulance agencies. His experience includes flying with St.Mary’s AirLife for 9 years and working in emergency departments for the first 12 years of his career. He has developed an EMS program at a Vocational Technical Center in 1989 and has been presenting at EMS conferences for over 10 years. Read more...

Mike Grill, Captain and NREMT-Paramedic, Denver, CO

Mike Grill, MS, NREMT-P, is an EMS Educator with the Porter, Littleton and Parker Adventist Hospital system in the South Denver Metro area. He has been active in Fire/EMS since 1985 and has authored numerous articles for EMS and Fire trade journals as one textbook: Fire Service First Responder. Read more...

Steve Murphy, EMT-P, Division Chief/Paramedic, Tacoma, WA

“Murph” has been a paramedic for thirty years. His experience in the EMS community is extremely diverse. He has worked in both the rural and urban settings. He’s served as a flight paramedic in Colorado, an EMS supervisor and manager in the private ambulance sector, and as an EMS educator. He currently works as the Training Division Chief for the University Place Fire Department, near Tacoma, Washington. Read more...

Marc-David Munk, MD, MPH, Director/M.D., EMS Academy, Albuq., NM

Marc-David Munk began his EMS career as a volunteer EMT in 1991. He received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and a Master of Public Health degree from Boston University. He then completed residency in emergency medicine and fellowship in international emergency medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. Munk focuses on the development of emergency medical systems globally. Read more...

Kyle Thornton, NREMT-P, Bureau Chief, EMS Bureau, Santa Fe, NM

Kyle Thornton is the Emergency Medical Systems Bureau Chief for the State of New Mexico Department of Health.  This position oversees the state’s Emergency Medical Services, Trauma, and Stroke programs.  He has been the EMS Bureau Chief since June of 2007.  Kyle has been involved in EMS for twenty-five years and a Paramedic since 1987.  He has obtained patient care experience with several services over the years, including Albuquerque Ambulance Service, Lifeguard Air Medical Service, Taos County EMS, Town of Bernalillo EMS, and the Sandoval County Fire Department. Read more...

Gary E. Wiemokly, M.P.H., EMT-P, R.N., EMS-I, Connecticut

Gary is a patient care provider, educator, administrator, and EMS Coach. He is the current EMS Section Chief for the Connecticut Department of Public Health. With over 35 years experience in EMS as a paramedic/firefighter, flight nurse/paramedic, EMS Educator, and EMS Service Director Gary combines humor with the latest patient care research to provide informative and lively presentations.  Gary's combined love of EMS, people, and unique personal teaching style has made him a favorite speaker at EMS Conferences nationally. Read more...

James Williams, NREMT-P, Chief, Lovington F.D., Lovington, NM

James R. Williams is the Fire Chief for the City of Lovington Fire Department. Chief Williams has been actively involved in fire and EMS for the past 17 years.  He currently holds licensure as a NREMT-Paramedic and I/C in the State of New Mexico.  Chief Williams also currently serves as President of the EMS Region III Board of Directors, a member of the New Mexico EMS Statewide Advisory Committee, and the New Mexico Municipal Fire Chiefs Board of Directors. Read more...