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Emergency Techniques for the General Practitioner

September 7-8, 2026

This cadaver-based course covers emergency management of penetrating thoracic and abdominal trauma through hands-on practice and discussion. Procedures include thoracostomy tube placement, tracheostomy, laryngeal foreign body removal, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation, abdominocentesis, nasoesophageal tube placement, and endoscopic foreign body removal.

Course Location:
Viticus Group Nashville Center 1
811 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214

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Date: September 7-8, 2026
Venue: Viticus Group - Nashville Education Center, Nashville, TN
Category: Emergency & Critical Care
Enrollment Capacity: 32
CE Hours: 16
Cost: $2,900
Instructors:
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About This Course

This cadaver based course will allow for the treatment and discussion of emergency management of penetrating trauma to the thorax and abdomen.  Procedures such as thoracotomy tube placement, tracheostomy, laryngeal foreign body removal, resuscitation, defibrillation, abdominocentesis, nasoesophageal tube placement and endoscopic removal of foreign bodies will be covered.


 

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Hotel and Transportation Information

Preferred hotel options are available for WVC Academy Nashville participants, with select properties located within walking distance of the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Participants walking between nearby hotels and the Viticus campus should be aware that rain is possible; please plan accordingly.

  • Hotels - Book Your Stay


    Viticus Group has secured preferred rates at the following partner hotels for WVC Academy Nashville participants. Please click the blue links to book your stay.

    Stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport

    • 832 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214

    • Located adjacent to Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

    • Closest access to the training facilities.

    • Preferred rate: $139 or 15% off, whichever is lower.

    • Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

    • Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.

    • Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance.

    Stay at Element by Westin

    • 2825 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214

    • Located approximately 0.5 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

    • Convenient access within walking distance.

    • Preferred rates: January–March $119, April–October $139, November–December $119.

    • Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

    • Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.

    • Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance. Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available to and from the airport and to and from locations within a 2-mile radius of the hotel, including Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Shuttle service must be scheduled in advance with the hotel front desk.

    Stay at AC by Marriott Nashville Downtown

    • 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203

    • Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.

    • Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

    • Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.

    • Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

    • High-demand blackout dates may apply.

    • Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

    Stay at Springhill Suites by Marriott Nashville Downtown

    • 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203

    • Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.

    • Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

    • Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.

    • Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

    • High-demand blackout dates may apply.

    • Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

    Stay at Caption by Hyatt

    • 118 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203

    • Located in The Gulch in downtown Nashville.

    • Approximately 9 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

    • Convenient access to restaurants and entertainment.

    • Preferred rates: January–March $179, April–June $199, July–August $179, September–December $199.

    • Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

    • Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

Emergency Techniques for the General Practitioner

September 7-8, 2026

BROWSE 2026 ACADEMY LABS