Locations
Anchorage, Alaska
Whether you are looking for unlimited outdoor adventure opportunities or city vibes, Anchorage has got you covered!
Downtown Anchorage is the heart of the city, packed with shops and restaurants, vibrant public art installations, picture-perfect views, and charming city parks. Learn about local history, soak up the culture, or explore an unexpected urban oasis. Anglers hoping to hook a monster salmon under the midnight sun can cast their lines just steps from downtown. Check out the Anchorage Market & Festival where you'll find Alaskan treasures, fresh produce, tasty food and live entertainment. Anchorage is home to the state’s largest museum while a trip to the Alaska Zoo and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center offer up-close encounters with some of Alaska’s most iconic animals. Anchorage is also home to over 15 breweries as well as distilleries with on-site tasting rooms.
Stroll or bike the 11-mile Tony Knowles Coastal Trail which follows the shoreline of Cook Inlet from downtown Anchorage to Kincaid Park. For a scenic drive, take the Seward Highway south to Chugach State Park and beyond into the great Alaskan wilderness were you’re sure to spot wildlife from eagles to moose. Head to the Anchorage Depot and catch a train to Denali Park, Fairbanks, Seward, and Whittier giving you access to cruise tours, glacier viewing, and all the scenery you could hope for along the way. For access to spots beyond the reach of road or rail, with many sightseeing tours by plane or helicopter take off from the city.
Marriott Anchorage Downtown
Perfectly situated, the Marriott Anchorage Downtown provides a convenient home base for your Alaska adventures! This hotel's superb location places you just moments away from numerous shopping and dining venues, the Anchorage Museum, Alaska Law Enforcement Museum, parks, nature trails, monuments, and much more. Enjoy picturesque city and mountain views while taking advantage of amenities such as the fitness center with state of the art equipment or the indoor heated pool. Enjoy breakfast or dinner and drinks in a warm, inviting atmosphere at Cafe Promenade and unwind at the Lobby Bar. After a busy day exploring, newly renovated standard guest rooms offer 1 king or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), large windows, flat-panel TV, coffee/tea maker, alarm clock, iron/board, hair dryer, and more to ensure a refreshing stay.Marriott Anchorage Downtown is just 6 miles away from the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Valet Parking is available at a discounted* rate of $12 a day or $24 for overnight parking (*available to those who book their room via NWAS/NWWWT group reservation methods only (normally $35 daily; parking fees subject to change).
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is designed for physicians, certified registered nurse anesthetists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the anesthesia specialty or are impacted by it.
PROGRAM PURPOSE
This continuing education program is designed for anesthesia providers and other healthcare providers seeking to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge in the field. The program aims to provide attendees with the latest updates, innovations, and practical techniques to advance their anesthesia practice. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and discussion with faculty/peers, participants will gain valuable insights and skills to help in the provision of safe, effective anesthesia care.
OBJECTIVES*
Improve knowledge, competence, and utilization of the most recent evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
Bolster competence in the management of patients with complex comorbidities and less common medical conditions, thereby improving patient outcomes and safety.
Improve skills/strategies in the use of newer equipment/technologies and improve performance within multidisciplinary protocols in order to optimize patient outcomes.
Increase knowledge of newer pharmacologic agents, thereby improving competence in medication management via anticipation of potential polypharmacy interactions.
Improve knowledge and competence in the timely recognition and management of complications during the perioperative period. By enhancing competence, patient outcomes improve by reducing complications.
Enhance recognition and coping strategies to mitigate the effects of workplace stressors and burnout and achieve well-being in the clinical setting.
Improve knowledge and competence in the provision of anesthesia care outside of the operating room.
* Note: Not all objectives apply to every program.
Current Topics in Anesthesia |
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Monday, July 22 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0725 | Welcome | NWAS Staff | ||
0730 | An Update in Resuscitation: The Bleeding Patient Part I | R.Sikorski | ||
0830 | An Update in Resuscitation: The Bleeding Patient Part II | R.Sikorski | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part I | R.Lenhardt | ||
1045 | Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part II | R.Lenhardt | ||
1145 | Preoperative Evaluation of the Pediatric Patient | M.Brockel | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Tuesday, July 23 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | Preoperative Anxiety and Emergence Agitation in Children | M.Brockel | ||
0830 | Pediatric Airway Management | M.Brockel | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | ERAS and Fluid Management Part I: What’s the Latest?? | R.Sikorski | ||
1045 | ERAS and Fluid Management Part II: What’s the Latest?? | R.Sikorski | ||
1145 | Anesthesia for the Morbidly Obese Patient | R.Lenhardt | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, July 24 – Day Open |
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Thursday, July 25 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | Prevention and Treatment of Perioperative Hypothermia | R.Lenhardt | ||
0830 | Hyperglycemia in the Perioperative Period | R.Lenhardt | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Tonsillectomies in Children | M.Brockel | ||
1045 | The Second Victim | M.Brockel | ||
1145 | Endpoints of Resuscitation: Can We Do a Better Job? | R.Sikorski | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Friday, July 26 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | The Monitoring of Coagulation: Are We Behind the Times? | R.Sikorski | ||
0830 | Mass Casualty Scenarios: Caught in the Middle | R.Sikorski | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | PBLD: Pediatric Case Discussions | M.Brockel | ||
1045 | Modern Fasting Guidelines | R.Lenhardt | ||
1145 | Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke | R.Lenhardt | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 Class A CE 4.3 Pharmacology Hours† |
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Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
Rev. 1/13/24 |
FACULTY
Megan A. Brockel, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology
University of Colorado
Children’s Hospital Colorado
Aurora, Colorado
Rainer Lenhardt, MD, MBA
Professor and Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Robert A. Sikorski, MD
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Medical Director of Trauma Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine
The John Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
ACCREDITATION
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Board of Anesthesiology: This activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology™ (MOCA®) program, known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theABA.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0® requirements.
Canadian Physicians: This activity is eligible for Section 1 credits in the Royal College’s Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program. Participants must log into MAINPORT to claim this activity.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists: This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 20 Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1043431; Expiration Date 07/26/2024.
Nurse Practitioners: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accept CME from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Osteopathic Physicians: This program is eligible for Category 2 credit with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
Physician Assistants: The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 20 hours of Category I credit for completing this program.
Registered Nurses: NWAS/NWS is an approved provider of the AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, KY, MI, MS, NH, NM, ND, SC, WV, and WY nursing boards. Provider number: 50-7480
The AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.
This program offers 20 contact hours.
†Pharmacology hours subject to change.
COURSE DIRECTOR
Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, LLC, Treasure Island, Florida, Medical Director, Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington
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.
COURSE CANCELLATION BY PROVIDER
We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason. In such case, a minimum of days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS/NWS and NWWT will not be responsible for any non-refundable airfare, hotel, or other liabilities you may incur. We highly recommend purchase of travel insurance. Travel at your own risk.
COURSE CANCELLATION POLICY
No penalty if canceled by May 22, 2024. Cancellations between May 23, 2024, and June 22, 2024, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after June 22, 2024, are not eligible for a refund. However, 50% of the tuition paid can be applied toward tuition for another NWS/NWAS program within the next 12 months. Cancellation must be made in writing. No tuition credit or refund will be issued for attendees that are no-shows for the program.
FAP (Frequent Attendee Points)
We value your patronage and have a simple program to reward you. Our Frequent Attendee Points (FAP) program gives you an added bonus for money spent on our seminars, as well as cruise cabins booked through our in-house travel agency, Northwest Worldwide Travel.
You are automatically enrolled in this program with your paid registration. Click here for more information.
*Effective January 1, 2023, net hotel stays for 2023 and beyond will no longer be included in FAP calculations.
Lecture notes will be provided via download in PDF format.
You must sign-in every day you attend to receive credit.
While we strive for accuracy at all times with our published information, we cannot be responsible for typographical and other errors.
Please note that children and non-registered guests are not allowed to attend the lectures. The concierge can provide you with childcare information.
Travel at your own risk.
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We recommend that you register early to assure your spot. We reserve the right to close registrations to a course at any time without notice. We may not be able to accommodate onsite registrations.
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