WACEP Hosts Successful Rural Outreach Procedure Day in Wisconsin Rapids

June 24, 2025 4:35 PM | Anonymous

WACEP’s Rural Outreach Procedure Day, held at the Mid-State Simulation Center in Wisconsin Rapids, brought attendees together for a focused day of hands-on training tailored to rural practice needs.

Participants sharpened essential skills through five high-impact stations:

  • Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks – For advanced pain control in low-resource settings.

  • OB Procedures – Boosting confidence in obstetric emergencies.

  • Chest Tube Insertion – Managing pneumothorax and pleural effusion.

  • Cricothyrotomy – Emergency airway access when intubation fails.

  • Fiberoptic Intubation – Handling difficult airways with advanced tools.

Attendees enjoyed event’s practical value and expert instruction. WACEP is proud to support rural physicians and looks forward to hosting more training opportunities in the future.