What happens when a pregnant or postpartum patient arrives in your emergency department and your hospital doesn't have an OB unit? For many rural hospitals, this scenario is not a matter of if, but when. Join us for an engaging discussion on rural obstetric emergency readiness as we explore real-world challenges, emerging regulatory expectations, and practical strategies to improve preparedness. From staffing and training to transfer protocols, communication, and team confidence, this session will highlight actionable steps any rural organization can take to strengthen readiness. Hear directly from a rural hospital as they share their experiences, lessons learned, and successes in building a culture of preparedness for obstetric emergencies
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize why obstetric emergency readiness is important for all rural healthcare organizations.
- Identify practical approaches to improving preparedness, training, and response.
- Apply lessons learned from a rural hospital's readiness journey.