[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 131 (Wednesday, July 30, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4897-S4898]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WYOMING TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES 
                               CONFERENCE

  Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, I rise today to celebrate the 50th 
anniversary of the Wyoming Trauma and Emergency Medical Services 
Conference.
  On August 21, 2025, the Wyoming Department of Health Office of 
Emergency Medical Services will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 
Wyoming Trauma and Emergency Medical Services Conference. The 
conference is a premier educational event for first responders 
statewide.
  In the 1970s, Wyoming lawmakers recognized the need to create a 
statewide system to standardize emergency medical services. The Wyoming 
EMS Office was established to provide critical training, support, and 
continuing education for first responders. It is also responsible for 
EMS licensing across the State.
  The trauma conference came from humble beginnings. The first 
conference was hosted in a basement room. Throughout the years, the 
conference grew in size and popularity as a respected source of 
education and information.
  Over the years, the Office of Emergency Medical Services and the 
Wyoming Emergency Medical Services Association have both hosted this 
valuable conference. Spanning 3 full days, the event will highlight new 
EMS practices and trauma care issues. With national and local speakers, 
activities, and vendors, it will provide eight different continuing 
education tracks for participants to pursue.
  Aside from the incredible educational opportunities available, the 
conference creates a sense of community. Each year, the conference 
highlights the achievements of incredible healthcare professionals 
around the State. Top first responders are honored by their peers with 
awards for Lifetime Achievement, the Pete Vase Medic of the Year, 
Physician Medical Director of the Year, EMS Course Coordinator of the 
Year, along with the Bystander, Rising Star, and Achievement Awards.
  The Wyoming Office of Emergency Medical Services is led by Manager 
Aaron Koehler, MS, EMT. He is joined by a dedicated team including:

       Jay Ostby, License Officer, Reporting and Data Analyst
       Susan Neugebauer, EMS Program Supervisor and EMS for 
     Children Program
       Elaine Volin, BSN, RN, Trauma Program Manager
       Jesse Chavez, EMS Records and Data Specialist
       Derrick Krause, Administrative Assistant
       Amanda Witherington, Administrative Assistant

  The Wyoming Trauma and EMS conference plays an integral role in the 
excellence of Wyoming healthcare and emergency response. This 
conference allows participants opportunities to meet with others, learn 
new skills, and improve their abilities in the field.
  Every attendee, including EMS clinicians, medical experts, first 
responders, agency administrators, and educators, is truly selfless and 
caring. They are drawn to making a tangible difference and have an 
incredible passion for saving lives. I applaud each and every one of 
them for their hard work and commitment.
  It is an honor to celebrate this significant milestone. This 
conference provides tremendous opportunities for our State's medical 
professionals. Congratulations to the Office of Emergency Medical 
Services on the 50th anniversary of the Wyoming Trauma and

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