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| Yosemite embraces a spectacular tract of the Sierra Nevada, which was set aside as a national park in 1890. As the crown jewel of the National Park system, Yosemite has been an unforgettable scenic wonder and vacation destination for over one hundred years. Here you will find sheer walls of granite, numerous waterfalls, towering Sequoias, and a ceramic blue sky. This is the place where visitors choose to come for relaxation, inspiration, and adventure. Yosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep and just a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome is perhaps the most recognized symbol of Yosemite, rising over 4,000 feet above the Valley floor. Most people agree that the vista views of the high country and Yosemite Valley, including Half Dome and three waterfalls, are the most spectacular in the park. Yosemite is home to a variety of animals, though they're not always easy to find. Find a quiet spot during early morning or early evening and you may catch a glimpse of wildlife in action, including bear, raccoon, coyote, and deer. With museums, historic buildings, and cemeteries, Yosemite National Park is rich in cultural history. Far from city lights, the dark night sky is kept bright by the countless stars. Take your pick of over 150 activities such as hiking, horseback riding, wagon safari, jeep tours, fishing, swimming, painting, photography, mountain climbing, wall climbing, logging train rides, white water rafting, bird watching, shopping, spa treatments, panning for gold, or cross country, trail, and downhill mountain biking. The park is approximately 1-1/2 hours from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) and 3-1/2 to 4 hours from both Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Having a rental car is suggested to give you full access to all the park has to offer. |
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Rock Formations: Yosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep and just
a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome
is perhaps the most recognized symbol of Yosemite. Rising over 4,000 feet
above the Valley floor, it is one of the most sought-after landmarks in
Yosemite. Some people even hike or rock climb to the top. El Capitan is
a favorite for experienced rock climbers. Rising almost 3,000 feet above
the Valley floor, it is the largest monolith of granite in the world. Cathedral
Rocks and Spires form the eastern side of the canyon through which Bridalveil
Creek flows. The Three Brothers are located just east of El Capitan. Sentinel
Rock, like a sentry, overlooks Yosemite Valley, along the opposite side
of the valley from Yosemite Falls. Vistas: Glacier Point, some would say, is the most spectacular vista anywhere. Most people agree that its views of the high country and breathtaking views of Yosemite Valley, including Half Dome and three waterfalls, are the most spectacular in the park. Tunnel View is one of the most famous views of Yosemite Valley. The Cascades vista, along the El Portal Road provides a great view of The Cascades waterfall. Yosemite Valley is full of vistas, including Bridalveil Meadow, which has views of both Bridalveil Fall and El Capitan. Giant Sequoias: Massive and ancient giant sequoias live in three groves in Yosemite National Park. The most easily accessible of these is the Mariposa Grove. Two smaller and less visited groves are the Tuolumne and Merced Groves near Crane Flat. Wildlife: Yosemite is home to a variety of animals, though they're not always easy to find. Find a quiet spot during early morning or early evening and you may catch a glimpse of wildlife in action including bear, racoon, coyote and deer. Stars: Far from city lights, Yosemite has a dark sky, kept bright by the countless stars visible. Some believe Glacier Point to be the premiere stargazing spot in Yosemite. |
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a few minutes from the south entrance to the park, Tenaya Lodge offers a
scenic and tranquil setting, delightful restaurants, and a top notch spa
to massage away the aches and pains from a day of hiking the waterfalls,
biking the trails, or rafting the river. The Lodge's expert activities staff
and Guest Experience Center can book you into a variety of alpine activities.
Each of the guest rooms has a mountain lodge feeling with luxurious down
bedding, individual climate control, wireless Internet access (fee may apply),
coffee maker, iron/board, hair dryer, cable TV, and safe. There are both
indoor and outdoor pools as well as a fitness center. From the grand lobby
to the graciously appointed guest rooms, you'll find the best national park
experience during your stay. |
| PARK ENTRY FEE: The America the Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass is an annual pass that provides admission to any national park or Federal recreation site charging an entrance fee. The pass costs $80 per vehicle and is valid for one full year from date of sale. You can also purchase a week pass for $20.00. Prices are subject to change without notice. |
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This course is designed for Physicians, CRNAs, Physician Assistants,
Registered Nurses, and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art
knowledge of not only the specialty, but also of all additional related disciplines
which may impact it.
PROGRAM PURPOSE:
The practitioner of anesthesiology must possess the scientific
background for clinical practice; maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of not
only the specialty, but also of all additional related disciplines which may
impact it; maintain an up-to-the-minute armamentarium of knowledge and skills
for the selection and use of complex equipment, pharmacological agents, and
procedures necessary for the provision of quality patient care; manage self
and colleagues to function toward common goals in the clinical setting, the
clinical and educational institutions, and the community in which the practice
resides; serve as an expert in matters involving health care delivery; serve
as an informed manager of clinical and educational services provided, including
the acquisition and distribution of resources necessary in meeting professional
goals; and provide assistance with and support of other service providers, departments,
institutions, and organizations dependent upon the professional expertise of
the practitioner. Presentations are designed to facilitate the physician, nurse
specialist, and other providers maintaining skills of the same kind to review
and update knowledge and abilities in one or more of these areas vital to the
practicing professional.
OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be
able to:
Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences - to include
but not be limited to advanced anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry,
physics, psychology, and social sciences - as they impact and are affected by
the planning, delivery, and monitoring of anesthesia and related services inherent
in the anesthesia professions.
Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, and contraindications and precautions of presented pharmacological agents through the understanding of their physico-chemical properties, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, updated uses, and more recently developed additional, related, and similar drugs.
Outline comprehensive management plans for the group of patients discussed, whether related in age, physical status, cultural background, invasive procedure, anesthetic or analgesic requirements, clinical setting, adverse reactions, and/or goals of care.
Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of anesthetic procedures and administrations, equipment use, and other applications encountered during the provision of anesthesia and analgesia whether in the surgical unit, the labor and delivery suite, the pain management clinic, or other more remote location of anesthetizing services.
Incorporate the appropriate recommendations and/or requirements of pertinent external organizations, institutions, and professional groups - recognized as serving as the authority for and/or holding the responsibility to compile and approve such tenets - in the provision of anesthesia and related services, whether medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, or health care management standards.
Apply the new techniques in the clinical setting of the participant.
FACULTY
James Grady Crosland, MD
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology and Emergency Medicine
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Little Rock, Arkansas
Steven Michael Dunn, MD
Associate Professor of Anesthesia
Tufts University Medical Center
Associate Program Director
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield, Massachusetts
Elizabeth Frost MD
Professor of Anesthesia
Mount Sinai Medical Center
New York, New York
ACCREDITATION:
The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education
of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas designates this educational activity for
a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should only
claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas and Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Inc. The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physician Assistants AAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
CME certificates will be mailed following completion of the course.
AANA approved for 20 CEC Code #32937 EXP DATE 9/24/2010
NWAS is an approved provider by the California and Florida State Boards of Nursing, Provider number #04833 and 50-7480 respectively. This program offers 20 contact hours.
COURSE DIRECTOR: Mark Murphy, MD Anesthesiologist and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Inc., Pasco, Washington
COURSE CANCELLATION BY PROVIDER:
We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason. In such
case, a minimum of 30 days notice will be given to those registered and 100%
of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS and NW-WWT will not be responsible for
any non-refundable airfare, hotel, or other liabilities you may incur. We
highly recommend purchase of travel insurance.
SCHEDULE AND FACULTY CHANGES:
Factors beyond our control sometimes necessitate changes in the schedule
and faculty. If time permits, we will inform all registrants of any changes
prior to the program. Changes on site due to local conditions will be announced
in class.
FAP: (Frequent Attendee
Points)
FAP lets you accumulate points based on dollars spent with NWAS including
net cruise, net hotel, and tuition booked through NWAS (but not air). These
points can then be redeemed for tuition. A great program to reward you for supporting
NWAS!
Lecture notes will be provided on a CD in PDF format.
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