Pediatric Emergency Preparedness Summit
Ready for Every Child
This comprehensive one-day training event is designed to elevate the readiness of our region’s healthcare professionals in responding to pediatric emergencies. The summit has been scheduled for full day Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
We welcome EMS personnel, Emergency Department staff, students, government agencies, non-profits, and other frontline providers.
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 8am - 5pm
Hosted by FGCU
What to expect:
- Audience: EMS, ED staff, Students & other healthcare Professionals
- Participants will engage in critical clinical training, benefit from insightful educational sessions, and gain invaluable practical experience through hands-on scenarios
- Small groups for focused instruction.
- Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks provided.
- Capacity Limited: Secure your spot now!
Become a Member
We are reaching out to businesses/organizations that can support us by sponsoring the lunch, snacks and/or educational material that will be provided to the attendees. We are pleased to allow our sponsors a table to promote your business/organization to the attendees during the summit. Depending on the type of donation, businesses may also be mentioned in event promotion and any program materials.
Become a Member
Benefits of joining the coalition:
- Partner with community stakeholders throughout the region on community plans and exercises to prepare and meet your agency’s regulatory requirements.
- Receive effective and timely updates and information from trusted public and private sources.
- Collaborate and network to develop relationships to leverage resources, share best practices, and meet organizational goals.
- Access to funding to support health and medical preparedness initiatives.
Members have the opportunity to participate in quarterly member meetings. These meetings provide the opportunity to hear from subject matter experts, learn about various initiatives the coalition is working towards, and learn about upcoming trainings and tabletops.
Current Task Forces
Mental Health
Focused on the mental health needs of first responders and healthcare workers.
Upcoming Events
Gaps & Resources
Training & Exercises
A task force that carries out activities to meet our member needs.
Pediatric Care
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