Mock Drills for the OMS Anesthesia Team

Even in practices with strong safety records, rare adverse events can occur- and when they do, stress can quickly undermine performance. In this 165-minute expert roundtable, three OMSs will share proven strategies to help practices strengthen crisis readiness through improved coordination, clearer decision-making and more effective real-time communication. Attendees will learn to anticipate common team challenges during high-pressure events, apply practical techniques to "manage the moment" and conduct mock drills that build confidence and consistency. The roundtable also will provide step-by-step guidance to organize, run and evaluate effective drills so teams can identify gaps and respond more effectively when an emergency arises. 

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to: 

1. Appreciate the importance of organizing and executing mock drills in the OMS office. 

2. Understand that responding to a crisis event is more than running through an algorithm. 

3. Recognize the role of both the venue and team performance dynamics in responding to a crisis event.

An Internet-based CDE/CME Activity
Original Release Date: March 19, 2026
Expiration Date: March 19, 2029
Estimated time to complete this educational activity: 2.75 hours
Method of participation: Self-Study

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The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this activity for 2.75 continuing education credit(s).

AGD - Accepted Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit 11/1/22-12/31/26 Provider ID# 214680

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.