Opening Keynote
The Legacy of Freedom House Ambulance: America’s First Paramedics
John Moon, (retired) Freedom House Emergency Medical Technician, Assistant Chief of Pittsburgh Emergency Medical Service
Tuesday, October 15 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. PT
Keynote Description
The prehospital care system was designed and implemented to service a neglected and underserved Black community, and in doing so, this country’s very first paramedic service was born. From 1967-1975, Freedom House Ambulance created the first advanced life support system in the U.S. John Moon will dive into the history of the EMS, the purpose of creating this system, and will recognize people involved during his keynote.
- Discuss and analyze recent advancements for AI in critical care.
- Analyze the value of pervasive sensing in critical care.
- Examine the benefits of phenotyping in critical care.
- Evaluate the next steps for advancing AI research in critical care.
About John Moon
John Moon is a former Freedom House emergency medical technician and retired Assistant Chief of Pittsburgh Emergency Medical Service. John was raised in Pittsburgh's Hill District and joined Freedom House, America’s First Emergency Medical Service, in 1972. He continued to work in emergency medicine for more than five decades and now works to preserve Freedom House legacy and mentor the next generation of emergency and community responders in Pittsburgh.
Inclusion in Neurocritical Care (INCC) Keynote
Breaking Barriers, Saving Lives
Shereen Thor, Comedian/Coach
Wednesday, October 16 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. PT
Keynote Description
Shereen Thor is a keynote speaker on a mission to create a more equitable world through all of her work. Join us for her keynote speech entitled Breaking Barriers, Saving Lives to help create a more inclusive and equitable future in neurocritical care.
- To recognize the impact of current political and social factors on patient autonomy, particularly for marginalized and minoritized populations in neurocritical care.
- To understand the potential consequences of compromised patient autonomy on the determination of brain death and organ transplantation, with attention to its impact on minoritized populations.
- To review the impact of recent and ongoing legal proceedings regarding patient autonomy on health equity.
About Shereen Thor
Shereen Thor is a comedian turned coach who slays with hope and humor. Sharing stages with icons like Serena Williams and Prince Harry, she empowers women and people of color through her bestselling book, "Revolutionary Woman." Featured in Forbes, TEDx, Spike TV, and more, Shereen's impact resonates far beyond the stage as she champions equity, purpose, and happiness for all.
Closing Session
Point Break: Innovative Science to Cure Coma
Session Chair: Jan Claassen
Presenters: Caroline Schnakers, Nicholas Schiff and Jan Claassen
Thursday, October 17 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PT
Session Description
The science of coma recovery is making waves and breaking fast. This session brings together vision on mechanistic targets for coma intervention including covert consciousness, the connectome, and brain-computer interface. Stay and join the Curing Coma Campaign Scientific Advisory Committee meeting after the session; all are invited, welcome, and needed.
- To understand the principles guiding the leadership of the NCS.
- To understand emerging challenges and opportunities in education and interprofessional collaboration in neurocritical care.
- To enable member feedback regarding the future horizon of the leadership in neurocritical care.