What is Emergency General Surgery and Why is it Important?

What is Emergency General Surgery and Why is it Important?

Join us for an insightful online event where we delve into the world of emergency general surgery. Learn about the critical role emergency general surgery plays in saving lives and why it is essential in the medical field. This event is perfect for anyone curious about this specialized area of surgery. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge!

• All attendess will earn 1 continuing education credit.

In-Person Attendeess

• Lunch will be provided
• Parking validation will be provided.

Objectives: Upon completion of this activity, the participants should be able to:

• Explain the history of Emergency General Surgery (EGS)
• Review the history of Emergency General Surgery at Texas Health Fort Worth
• Describe how collaboration and teamwork have contributed to our hospital-wide EGS program and its impact

Target Audience: This interprofessional activity is designed for physicians and nurses caring for trauma patients. We also invite clinical staff to attend the conference.

Format: Didactic presentation with interactive question and answer session

Accreditation: In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Texas Health Resources is an approved CE provider for EMS Providers (DSHS Program Approval Number: 600827) through the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Designation of Credit:

• Physicians: The Texas Health Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
• Nurses: One (1) contact hour will be provided for nursing
• EMS: 1.0 CE hour will be provided for EMS providers
• Pharmacy: Texas Health Resources designates this knowledge-based activity for 1 ACPE credit.

For additional information: Email THRJA@TexasHealth.org or visit us online at ce.texashealth.org Doctors on the medical staffs practice independently and are not employees or agents of Texas Health hospitals or Texas Health Resources. © 2025 Texas Health Resources