Trauma on the Border 2022

As we continue to lead the way forward in the evolution of the paramedicine profession, Trauma on the Borders 2022 theme of "Driving professional change" showcases the latest developments in paramedic practice, current research, and a host of speakers and presentations catering to the priorities and needs of paramedics of all levels, from students to on-road paramedics, intensive and extended care paramedics, flight and mobile paramedics, paramedic educators and academics, and senior managers.

Cultivating continuity in trauma care - from scene to recovery

Jess has a particular interest in trauma systems and how these integrate, and will speak about how prehospital care of patients in both NSW and QLD can impact their care into the health system on the Gold Coast

Biography: Dr Jessica Forbes

Dr Jessica Forbes is an Emergency Physician and Trauma Consultant at the Gold Coast University Hospital, and a Medical Officer with the Queensland Ambulance Service High Acuity Response Unit. Her real prehospital talent is singing tunes from 'Hamilton' in the car, and priming the blood warmer - a skill she has carried over from her previous career as an ED nurse.

Conference moderator: Tash Adams, Critical Care Paramedic - HARU Queensland Ambulance Service