Posted on September 13, 2001 at 4:45 p.m.

WHAT:

UAB emergency medicine physicians and a technician have returned home following an unforgettable experience in New York City. They were attending a medical conference there when the World Trade Center buildings were attacked. Following the collapse of the Twin Towers, they set up a makeshift emergency station in a shoe store and began treating wounded victims. They will be available for media interviews tomorrow.

WHO:

Dr. Thomas Terndrup, physician and chair, department of emergency medicine

Dr. Sarah McNutt, emergency medicine physician

Shannon Stephens, emergency medical technician

WHEN:

Friday, September 14, 2001 at 10 a.m.

WHERE:

UAB West Pavilion Conference Center, Room G

Meet a UAB Media Relations escort at the main entrance to the hospital on 19th Street between 6th and 7th avenues under the green awnings.