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AdventHealth EMS Symposium

Registration Fee: FREE! November 7, 2024
Promotion Code: Apply
When
November 7, 2024
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where
The Daytona Hotel at ONE DAYTONA
1870 Victory Circle - The Echelon Room
Daytona Beach, Florida
Contact
Stephanie Watson
M-904-325-0597 O-386-231-1790
stephanie.watson@adventhealth.com
Accreditors CE Credits: 3.5, Category: General Refresher - Emergency Respose, Expires: 11/14/2024
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Join us for the first annual AdventHealth EMS Symposium, a must-attend event for EMS personnel and first responders from Volusia, Flagler, Lake, and Brevard counties. 

The keynote speaker for this full-day event is Timothy Orenic, retired EMS Field Coordinator for Las Vegas Fire and Rescue. With 30 years of experience, Tim played a crucial role in the response to the 2017 Route 91 Concert shooting—the deadliest single-shooter event in U.S. history, which left 867 injured and 60 dead. He will respectfully share the lessons learned from this tragic incident, offering insights that are invaluable for all first responders.

In addition, the symposium will offer educational sessions on topics, including Neurosurgical Emergencies, Comprehensive Stroke Management, STEMI, Heat Stroke, Trauma, and OB Emergencies. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to tour AdventHealth’s emergency services at the Daytona International Speedway, providing a behind-the-scenes look at EMS operations during large-scale events.

This free event has been submitted to EMS Education for continuing education credits. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and network with other professionals in the field!


Presenters:

Keynote: The 2017 Route 91 Shooting: The Deadliest Mass Shooting by a Single Gunman in U.S. History

Timothy Orenic – Keynote Speaker

Mr. Orenic has over 30 years in the field, he worked his way up from a volunteer firefighter and paramedic in Illinois to EMS Field Coordinator in Las Vegas and EMS Chief at South Walton Fire District in Florida. In Las Vegas, Mr. Orenic had multiple responsibilities. These included oversight of daily EMS operations, Incident Commander for complex EMS operations, and EMS trainer. This presentation will share with you how Las Vegas Fire & Rescue swiftly handled and managed the EMS response during the Route 91 shooting incident and discuss key lessons learned.

Large Vessel Occlusion (LVO) EMS LVO tool and INR (Interventional Neuroradiology) Case Studies

Vijay Pandav, MD, MPH

Dr. Pandav is a board-certified vascular neurologist who specializes in stroke and endovascular surgical neuroradiology. After receiving his medical degree from Topiwala National Medical College in Mumbai, India, Dr. Pandav also obtained a Master of Science in Public Health from the University of Southern Mississippi. He then went on to complete a neurology residency at Southern Illinois University, and a vascular neurology and endovascular surgical neuroradiology fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

A highly experienced clinician, Dr. Pandav has previously served as the Medical Director for Interventional Neurology for Saint Francis Hospital Health System in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is a member of the Society for Vascular & Interventional Neurology and the society of Neurointerventional Surgery.

Trauma Open Fracture Management

Mark Zunkiewicz, MD

Dr. Zunkiewicz is board certified in orthopedic surgery and fellowship trained in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy. In addition to general orthopedic medicine, he has a special interest in sports medicine rehabilitation and wellness; arthroscopic shoulder and knee procedures; knee and shoulder replacements; fracture care; hand and wrist surgery; and foot and ankle surgery. He enjoys working with athletes and active people of all ages, with a goal of returning his patients to competition and the level of activity they hope for in a safe and efficient way.

STEMI and Cardiac Management

Keniel Felix Pierre, MD

Dr. Pierrie is a Cardiovascular Disease Specialist in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. He graduated with honors in 2015. Having more than 9 years of diverse experiences, especially in cardiovascular disease. Dr. Keniel Felix Pierre affiliates with no hospital, cooperates with many other doctors and specialists in medical group Mayo Clinic-Florida.

Opioid Overdose Management

Beshoy Adly, MD

Dr. Adly is dedicated to providing whole-person care that heals your body, strengthens your mind and lifts your spirit. You deserve to feel whole.

Dr. Adly serves the Daytona Beach area and is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Heat Stroke Field Management

Erik T. Nason, MBA, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS

Mr. Nason  is a veteran health care provider for over 27 years, who has experienced an amazing career as an Athletic Trainer within a variety of emerging settings. Erik received his Bachelor’s degree from East Stroudsburg University in Pennsylvania, his Master’s degree from Illinois State University and his MBA from Liberty University.  Currently, Erik serves as the Senior Manager of Sports Medicine for Partnerships at AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, FL. He is responsible for clinical integration, volume driving initiatives, marketing engagements, best practice development and educational programing within partnerships such as; Volusia County Schools, Flagler County Schools, NASCAR, Daytona International Speedway, Legacy Motor Club, Daytona Tortugas, Stetson University, and many more. Erik also serves as the Director of Operations for the Care Centers at the Daytona International Speedway.

Prior to his role at AdventHealth, Erik’s career consisted of 17 years as an Athletic Trainer at NASA’s RehabWorks Program, 2 years serving as an Athletic Trainer/Physician Extender in an ortho practice and 2 years as a Practice Manager for a large orthopedic group.

Erik has been involved with motorsports since 2001, serving as a sports medicine provider for the American Lemans Racing Series for over 12 years, contracting with teams such as Corvette Racing, Penske Motorsports, Andretti Motorsports, Chip Ganasi Racing, Audi North America and many more. Erik also is the owner of Xtreme Action Sports Medicine (XASM), a mall business that provides consulting services and AT services to corporations and extreme sports organizations. Through XASM, Erik recently contracted with NASCAR as the head AT for the historic Garage 56 project at the 24 Hours of Lemans in France.  Outside of motorsports, Erik has been serving as the Southeastern Program Manager for the Justin Sportsmedicine Program, providing athletic training/sports medicine care to rodeo athletes across Florida, in addition to the Annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. 

OB Emergencies Management in the Field

James Ontell, DO

Dr. Ontell was born and raised in California, college at San Diego state, medical school at midwestern university, residency at university of Florida-Jacksonville. Currently assistant medical director at AHDB. Married to my wife Kendra with 2 kids Olivia (7) and Cameron (4). Living in new Smyrna beach. Love being physically active, plan on running an iron man next year for my 40th birthday. Love going to the beach with my kids. Fun fact, he also has his pilot’s license. 

Neuro Emergencies 

Wissam Elfallal, DO

Dr. Elfallal is a highly trained neurosurgeon, with a mission to provide world class brain and spine care at your community hospital. He received advanced subspecialty training in both skull base and minimally invasive spine Surgery from the prestigious Beaumont Health System, where he spent 3 years as the Chief resident, mentoring medical students and residents. He takes a holistic approach when diagnosing and determining treatment for his patients’. His special interests include cranial, minimally invasive spine, and peripheral nerve surgery. He currently holds the position of Chair of Spine for the American College of Osteopathic Surgeon and maintains memberships with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and Minimally Invasive Neurological Society. He has been recognized with multiple awards, including physician of the quarter, intern of the year, and top doc. He is multilingual and is fluent in English, Arabic, and French.