ECHO in Rural Obstetrical Care

The ECHO in Rural Obstetrical Care is a 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.

Topics to be addressed include Postpartum Hemorrhage, Preeclampsia, Preterm Labor, Precipitous Delivery in the ER, Third-Trimester Bleeding, Fetal Monitoring, and many more.

Target Audience

Delivering Providers including Family Medicine, OB, Emergency Medicine, Nure Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurse Midwives, Nurses, and anyone supporting pregnant patients. 

Certification & Credits

Certificates of Attendance and UW Graduate Credit are available for participants of UW ECHO networks. ANCC Contact Hours are available for UW ECHO in Student Health Sessions and some specifically designated UW ECHO in Integrative Care Sessions. Visit the Certification and Credit page on our website to learn more about the individual requirements.

*Please note that credits and certificates of attendance cannot be awarded for viewing past session materials on WyoLearn.*

Contact Information

Visit the UW ECHO website to learn more about the ECHO model and ECHO programs. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact projectecho@uwyo.edu. Visit Past ECHO Sessions to view pre-recorded ECHO sessions and search by network or using keywords.