2023 Conference Highlights
Keynote Speakers
General Session Speakers
Sponsored by
Women in Resuscitation: Challenging the Status Quo
Every day women strive to master the challenges of demanding personal and professional lives. The need for challenging the status quo is often something they face. Sharing their experiences can be powerful and empowering – defining moments that can be life-changing. The Women in Resuscitation Leadership Session at the Cardiac Arrest Survival Summit is an opportunity to do just that.
This event will include a moderated panel discussion enabling current and aspiring women leaders across the field of resuscitation to connect, learn from each other and explore how to build on their success.
Date/Time:
Thursday, November 30, 2023 – 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Location:
Sunset Rooms 1-3 at the Town and Country Convention Center
Attendees:
Open to all attendees
Moderator:
Marina Del Rios, MD, MS
Associate Professor, University of Iowa
Panelists:
Bridgid Joseph DNP, RN, CCNS
CEO, ThriveIn LLC
Loralee Olejnik M.A., EMT-B
Community Education Specialist, Falck
Pavitra Kotini-Shah, MD
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Illinois, Chicago
Dianne Atkins, MD
Professor, Emerita – University of Iowa
Sponsored by
Women in Resuscitation: Challenging the Status Quo
Every day women strive to master the challenges of demanding personal and professional lives. The need for challenging the status quo is often something they face. Sharing their experiences can be powerful and empowering – defining moments that can be life-changing. The Women in Resuscitation Leadership Session at the Cardiac Arrest Survival Summit is an opportunity to do just that.
This event will include a moderated panel discussion enabling current and aspiring women leaders across the field of resuscitation to connect, learn from each other and explore how to build on their success.
Date/Time:
Thursday, November 30, 2023 – 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Location:
Sunset Rooms 1-3 at the Town and Country Convention Center
Attendees:
Open to all attendees
Moderator:
Marina Del Rios, MD, MS
Associate Professor, University of Iowa
Panelists:
Bridgid Joseph DNP, RN, CCNS
CEO, ThriveIn LLC
Loralee Olejnik M.A., EMT-B
Community Education Specialist, Falck
Pavitra Kotini-Shah, MD
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Illinois, Chicago
Dianne Atkins, MD
Professor, Emerita – University of Iowa
CPR Saves Lives Rally
Friday, Dec. 1, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Join us for a high-energy celebration of two key groups: first responders and sudden cardiac arrest survivors. This evening event — part festival, part interactive exhibition — gives both Summit attendees and the general public a chance to hear from SCA survivors, meet San Diego municipal leadership and see lifesaving vehicles and equipment in action. Additional highlights of this family-friendly event include live music, awards presentations, mass CPR trainings and more!
Anchor, CBS 8 – San Diego
A Stark Reality
“The theme of the Summit, “Challenging the Status Quo,” is both apropos and important. We will be showcasing some incredible speakers, including several iconic figures in the field of resuscitation. We will present some timely and extremely important topics”
—Stuart Berger, CCPRF President, and Executive Director, Heart Center at Lurie Children’s Hospital
