ECHO in Rural Obstetrical Care

The ECHO in Rural Obstetrical Care is a new statewide initiative supporting clinicians who care for pregnant patients in rural and frontier communities. Developed by the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) and funded by the Wyoming Primary Care Association, this virtual learning network provides monthly, case-based training focused on high-risk obstetrics and maternal health emergencies.

Wyoming data shows that maternal morbidity and mortality are impacted by mental health, substance use, and barriers to timely emergency care—challenges that are often magnified in rural settings. Through this ECHO, clinicians gain practical strategies, skills, and connections to better manage complex pregnancies, reduce risk, and strengthen Wyoming’s maternal health workforce.

This network also intentionally creates space for OB/GYNs to participate alongside Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine providers. Including OB perspectives helps build statewide trust, improve consultation patterns, and foster the “friendly face you can call” when a case escalates.

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ECHO Participant Guide (PDF)

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Session Information

Sessions are held on Thursdays, monthly from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM MT via Zoom.

Sessions are free to all attendees and Certificates of Attendance are provided.

Register For Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Sessions

CME Accreditation Statement

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 Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and Wyoming Institute for Disabilities. Cheyenne Regional Medical Center is accredited by the Colorado Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Cheyenne Regional Medical Center designates this presentation for a maximum of (8.0) AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.
Physicians should claim only the credit that is commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Sessions

Q&A regarding limited resources, shrinking representation and hospital access in the face of increasing maternal risk factors.

Presenter: Dr. Maura Lofaro

This session focuses on the review of standard fetal monitoring criteria, early recognition of subtle changes in fetal heart tracings, coordinated intrauterine resuscitation bundles, and establishing objective criteria for maternal family medicine consultation or transfer.

Presenter: Dr. Fawn Tafoya

More information coming soon.

Presenter: Dr. John Cullen

Contact Us

Wyoming Institute for Disabilities

1000 E. University Ave
Laramie, WY 82071
Dept. 4298
Toll Free: (888) 989-9463
TeleType: (800) 908-7011
Fax: (307) 766-2763
Email: uwwind@uwyo.edu
Phone: (307) 766-2761

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