Drowning Conference - A specialist one day event dedicated to improving drowning prevention and clinical outcomes

Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death, yet with the right knowledge, planning, and coordinated response, many of these incidents are preventable.

Join us for a focused, expert-led symposium that brings together professionals from across emergency medicine, search and rescue, water safety, and pre-hospital care to address one of the most challenging and time‑critical emergencies we face.

Why Attend?

This one‑day event offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading voices in the field. 

• Expert-led presentations
• Real-world case reviews 
• Operational insights 
• Cutting‑edge clinical updates
• Lunch included  

Whether you are involved in frontline care, prevention, or emergency response, the symposium will enhance your understanding and sharpen your skills in managing drowning incidents effectively.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for professionals across:

• Pre-hospital and emergency medicine
• Search and rescue
• Fire and rescue
• Military medical services
• Event medical and safety teams
• Any clinician or responder involved in water‑related emergencies

What You’ll Gain

Attendees will leave with:

• A deeper understanding of the anatomy and physiology of drowning
• Knowledge of risk reduction initiatives
• Evidence‑informed approaches to treatment, recovery, and post-rescue care
• Practical insights to improve on-scene decision making and patient outcomes

A Venue Designed for Learning and Collaboration

Hosted at Midlands Air Ambulance Charity in Cosford, this event also offers valuable opportunities to:

• Network with peers from across emergency and critical care
• Share experiences and best practice
• Build stronger links across agencies and disciplines
• Lunch included

Draft Agenda

Registration from 09.00 

Talks including

• Professor Tipton - Cold water immersion:from lab to lifesaving
• Matt O’Mera - Case study
• Wayne Auton – Search and rescue paramedic perspective
• Gordon Ingram – Ventilation Strategies and the Critical Care Paramedic role in drowning
• The Midlands Challenge - The effect water has on our region