January 17, 2011                                                                          570-893-5420

Lock Haven Hospital Offers EMS Continuing Education

Clinton County Emergency Responders can participate

Lock Haven, PA – Lock Haven Hospital will offer Clinton County Emergency Responders the opportunity to earn required continuing education credits, with a course on handling Abdominal Trauma and Crush Syndrome set for Wednesday, February 16.

Emergency physician, Dr. Hinda Greene will teach the state approved course covering initial evaluation, team work, and stabilizing injuries. The course is limited to Clinton County Certified EMS providers. EMT certificate number will be required with registration.

Program Details:

·        Date: Wednesday, February 16

·        Location: Lock Haven Hospital – Conference Rooms A & B

·        Times:

§         6:15 pm – 6:30 - Check In

§         6:30 pm – 7:15 – Dinner

§         7:15 pm – Presentation with Q & A

The program, including dinner is free; space is limited and advance registration with EMT Certification number is required. For registration information emergency responders can contact their emergency service or call Matt Rodgers at 717-461-2257 or visit www.LockHavenHospital.com and find a printable registration form on the home page. Registration deadline is February 11.

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