Erlanger Trauma Symposium

The 2027 Erlanger Trauma Symposium is a two-day trauma and critical care conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee, designed for healthcare professionals involved in trauma, emergency medicine, critical care, surgery, and prehospital care. The event features expert-led presentations, case-based learning, networking opportunities, and hands-on skills training.

The symposium takes place February 25 – 26, 2027.

The 2027 Erlanger Trauma Symposium will be held at Erlanger Park in Chattanooga, Tennessee, located at 2658 Pipe Way, Chattanooga, TN 37408.

The symposium is designed for a wide range of healthcare professionals who assist in the care of critically injured patients from the time of injury to recovery, including:

• Registered Nurses (RNs)
• Trauma Nurses
• Emergency Department Nurses
• EMTs and Paramedics
• Flight Nurses and Flight Paramedics
• Respiratory Therapists
• Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• Physicians and Emergency Medicine Providers
• Critical Care Professionals
• Trauma Program Leaders
• Healthcare Students and Educators
• Rehabilitative Therapy Providers

Yes. Day Two features Erlanger's Core Concepts of Cadaver and Skills Lab, offering immersive, hands-on training opportunities. Participants can practice trauma procedures, review anatomy, improve airway management skills, and participate in interactive trauma-based learning exercises.

Attendees can earn up to 12.75 CME hours through participation in the Trauma Symposium Lectures and Cadaver and Skills Lab activities.

AMA Credit Designation: The University of Tennessee College of Medicine (UTCOM) designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Continuing Education for Non-Physicians: The UTCOM will issue Certificates of Participation to non-physicians for participating in this activity and designates it for CEUs using the national standard that 1 hour of educational instruction is awarded .1 CEU.

Accreditation: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the UTCOM and Erlanger Health System. The UTCOM is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The symposium combines evidence-based education, multidisciplinary collaboration, expert faculty, trauma case reviews, and hands-on skills training. It is hosted by Erlanger, home to the region's only Level I Trauma Center and one of the Southeast's leading trauma education programs.

Yes. The conference is designed for all levels of experience, from students and newly licensed providers to experienced trauma specialists, educators, and healthcare leaders.

Trauma nurses gain practical education on current trauma care guidelines, critical care best practices, trauma case management, interdisciplinary communication, and emerging innovations that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.

Prehospital providers will learn about trauma assessment, whole blood administration, wilderness and austere care, patient transport considerations, and other evidence-based interventions that improve patient outcomes before hospital arrival.

Absolutely. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other advanced practice providers will benefit from expert-led sessions focused on trauma surgery, emergency medicine, critical care, trauma leadership, and clinical decision-making.

The symposium attracts healthcare professionals from Eastern Tennessee, Chattanooga, Knoxville, the Tri-Cities region, Western North Carolina, Asheville, North Georgia, and surrounding areas throughout the Southeast.

Attendees have opportunities to network with trauma surgeons, physicians, nurses, EMS leaders, advanced practice providers, educators, researchers, and healthcare industry partners throughout the conference, skills lab, and exhibits.

Yes. Medical device companies, healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical manufacturers, technology providers, educational institutions, and related businesses can participate through a variety of exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities.

Exhibitors receive direct access to trauma and critical care decision-makers, visibility among regional healthcare leaders, networking opportunities, brand recognition throughout the event, and opportunities to showcase products and services to a highly targeted audience.

Chattanooga provides a central location for healthcare professionals throughout Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina. The city offers convenient travel access, outdoor recreation, dining, entertainment, and a vibrant healthcare community.

The symposium is hosted by Erlanger Trauma Services, a nationally recognized healthcare system that operates the region's only Level I Trauma Center, comprehensive trauma services, and extensive trauma education programs.

Attendees can register online through the symposium registration page. Early registration is encouraged due to the popularity of the event and limited capacity for hands-on training sessions.

The 2027 Erlanger Trauma Symposium will have ticketless entry, therefore paper tickets are not required. Questions about registering or your event registration? Email Meredith Rippy or Regena Young.

For registration questions, exhibitor opportunities, sponsorship information, or general inquiries, contact the Erlanger Trauma Symposium team through the event contact page.