Critical Response 2026
Critical Response 2026: Get ready to tackle real-world crises live, learn fast, and connect with top responders!
Get Ready for Critical Response 2026!
Join UVA Health for a high-impact day designed specifically for EMS professionals who are committed to excellence in the field. Critical Response 2026 brings together leading speakers, frontline experts, and passionate providers for an immersive experience focused on real-world care, cutting-edge practices, and continuing education.
Engage in thought-provoking sessions, earn valuable CE credits, and connect with peers who share your dedication to saving lives and strengthening communities. Whether you're sharpening your skills or expanding your knowledge, this is your opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow alongside the best in emergency medical services.
All of the UVA Medical Transport Network Critical Care teams will be on site with apparatus, including the Neonatal Truck, Pegasus Ground and UVA Health Helicopter. They will be staffed for you to be able to ask the crew questions and see our equipment.
Be part of the momentum. Elevate your practice. We’ll see you there.
Speakers
Dr. Chris Holstege
Peyton Bertsch, RN
Dr. Bill Brady
Dr. Brendan Byrne
Jordyn French RN, NRP
Bob Knox, RN, NRP
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Highlights
- 9 hours
- In person
- Doors at 7:30 AM
Location
Monticello High School
1400 Independence Way
Charlottesville, VA 22902
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Opening Session- Keynote with Dr. Chris Holstege
Category 1 Area 19 The opening lecture will highlight current trends in toxicological exposures and up to date treatments.
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Microlectures
Get ready for TED talk style 15 minute lectures from the Critical Care crew related on current topics in transport medicine. Areas covered include traumatic brain injury management, Legal risks in transport, Ketamine- fad or future and Clinical Quality Improvement- culture, growth and education.
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Neonatal Resuscitation
Category 1 Area 19 Medical Management of neonates (term and preterm infants) requires a specific skill set to ensure best outcomes. Are you ready? Spend some time with the UVA Neonatal transport team learning about care of the newborn then apply your skills in breakout sessions.