Obstetric Critical Care Symposium (RP2604A)
This one-day live symposium, designed for providers caring for critically ill obstetric patients (physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, respiratory therapists and ECMO specialists) will review, address, and update key components in the management of these patients, thus arming them with knowledge, confidence, and resources to improve patient care. The symposium will also foster collaborative learning and strengthen interdisciplinary partnerships to advance the quality of care for this vulnerable patient population. Didactic presentations, case studies and interactive Q&A with content experts will review the most current information, address clinical challenges, and offer best treatment modalities associated with these patients.
Target Audience
- Physicians
- Advance Practice Providers
- Nurses
- Respiratory Therapists
- ECMO Specialists
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the unique medical challenges that create inequitable healthcare for pregnant patients.
- Discuss the factors that lead to increased mortality in pregnant individuals.
- Review the impact that healthcare disparity plays in management of critically ill pregnant patients
- Discuss unique clinical presentations and physiological changes in pregnancy that require tailored approaches to the management of critically ill obstetric patients
- Apply evidence-informed strategies for managing obstetric emergencies, such as respiratory failure, septic shock, hemorrhage, and neurologic crises
- Integrate resuscitation modifications specific to obstetric patients to optimize outcomes
- Identify how recent legislative changes have impacted maternal healthcare
- Evaluate the ethical challenges, including moral injury—that influence clinical decision-making in the management of obstetric patients

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physician
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas designates this continuing education activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of the participation in the activity.
Non-Physician
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center certifies that non-physicians will receive an attendance certificate stating that they participated in the activity that was designated for 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center designates the presentation “Ethical Dilemmas in Obstetric Critical Care” for 1.5 hour in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.
Available Credit
- 8.00 AMA
- 8.00 Attendance
- 1.50 Ethics
Price
Registration Fees
| Early Bird Registration (Ends on 02/16/2026) | General Registration (02/17/2026 - 03/29/2026) | Late Registration (starting 03/30/2026) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician (MD/DO) | $100 | $125 | $200 |
| Advance Practice Provider (PA/NP) | $75 | $100 | $150 |
| Nurse | $50 | $75 | $125 |
| Respiratory Therapist | $50 | $75 | $125 |
| Other Healthcare Professional | $50 | $75 | $125 |
| Fellows, Residents, Medical Students | Complimentary | Complimentary | $25 |
To register:
- "Login" to your existing account or create an account in EthosCE, online learning management system, by selecting the "create an account" link.
- Once logged in, return to this course page, select the designated fee and click the "add to cart" button.
- In the following "checkout" pages you will verify and process your payment.
- After registration is completed, a confirmation will be sent by email.
A $25 handling fee will be deducted from cancellation refunds. Refund requests must be received by email at [email protected] by March 28, 2026. No refunds will be made thereafter.

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