Join us on June 12, 2025, for the 25th Anniversary of the EMS Odyssey Conference! The 2025 event will be held virtually via Zoom, bringing engaging presentations and vital discussions right to your screen.
Participants will have the opportunity to earn 6 Continuing Education (CE) hours, approved for Emergency Medical Care Technicians (EMCTs) and Nurses. Stay tuned for more details as we finalize an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions to mark this milestone event.
Don’t miss this chance to honor 25 years of learning, growth, and collaboration in EMS care!
6 CEs Possible for EMCTs and Nurses - Topical Presentations - Dynamic Speakers - Raffle
Register by June 11th.
NO SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS.
Early Bird Registration Fees (expires 4/30/25)
- AEMS Dues Paying Members – $25.00
- Rate available to participants affiliated with hospitals/departments/agencies that are AEMS Dues Paying Members ANDParticipants that Attended the EMS CE Fall Forum.
- Non-AEMS Dues Paying Members – $35.00
- Rate offered to participants affiliated with hospitals/departments/agencies that are NOT AEMS Dues Paying Members.
Coordinated by:
Arizona Emergency Medical Systems (AEMS)
EMS Odyssey Conference ▪ Thursday ▪ June 12, 2025
Transformations in Emergency Medical Services
Donnie Woodyard, MAML, NRP
Tanner Fox, AAS, EMCT-P
Ice & Cold Water Immersion Treatment for Hyperthermic Patients in the Prehospital Setting
Charles Finch, DO, FACOEP
Maki Lloyd, EMCT-P
Suzanne Buchanan, MSN, RN, CCRN
Mark Romero, BSN, RN, CBRN
Tim Freund, EMCT-P
David Prutzman, DO
Julio Chavez, Det.
Beth Ranney, MD, FACEP
EMS Odyssey Conference Presenters
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Learning from the Past, Shaping a Brighter Future:
Transformations in Emergency Medical Services
Join us at this year’s conference for a compelling presentation that delves into the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies on Emergency Medical Services. Explore how advanced tools can enhance patient outcomes, improve decision-making, and optimize operational performance across EMS systems.
We’ll also take a meaningful look back - honoring the rich legacy of EMS and the visionary leaders whose passion and collaboration laid the foundation for the profession. Their stories provide powerful lessons that guide us as we navigate the integration of AI and technology into the future of emergency care.
Be part of the conversation that’s shaping the next generation of EMS professionals. Stay ahead of the curve—and help lead the way forward.
Donnie Woodyard Jr., MAML, NRP, is a nationally recognized leader in emergency medical services, with over three decades of experience as an EMS leader, innovator, paramedic, and instructor.
Donnie has served in multiple key EMS leadership roles, including the State EMS Director for Louisiana and Colorado, a Paramedic Program Director, and EMS Chief, spearheading modernization efforts in EMS education, technology, and governance.
OTHER DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS
Gang Awareness
Julio Chavez
Detective
Neuroprotective (Heads-Up) CPR
Tanner Fox
AAS, EMCT-P
Ice & Cold Water Immersion Treatment for Hyperthermic Patients in the Prehospital Setting
Charles Finch
DO, FACOEP
Maki Lloyd
EMCT-P
This is Not a Drill: Navigating Response to a Trauma Burn Disaster Incident
Suzanne Buchanan
MSN, RN, CCRN
Mark Romero
BSN, RN, CBRN
Tim Freund
CEP
Cardiac Emergencies
David Prutzman
DO
Falls Across the Ages
Beth Ranney
MD, FACEP
HISTORY: On June 14-15, 2001, Arizona Emergency Medical Systems, Inc. (AEMS) sponsored the 1st Annual EMS Odyssey conference at The Buttes Resort in Tempe, Arizona. We are pleased to report that this conference was a tremendous success, with 250 participants registered.
PURPOSE: The purpose of the EMS Odyssey conference is to provide all Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and other healthcare professionals with the opportunity to gain topical information, education, training, and skills.
COMMITMENT: AEMS continues to coordinate this conference with the volunteer help and support of various EMS professionals throughout the Central Arizona region. If you are interested in being part of the EMS Odyssey Conference Planning Committee, please call Peggy Baker at (623) 847-4100. Thank you!
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