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Locations
Disneyland® Resort (Anaheim), California
In Walt Disney’s words, "To all who come to this happy place... Welcome." Since 1955, Disneyland® Park has been a magical destination where families can have fun together and make memories to last a lifetime.
Both the young and young at heart will discover a magical kingdom full of classic family-friendly attractions where you can blast off in a rocket, explore the deepest jungles, sail aboard a pirate ship, or rub elbows with princesses, just to name a few. When the sun goes down, you won’t want to miss Disneyland’s iconic fireworks display or the delightful stage show effects of Fantasmic!, a journey through imagination.
Next door at Disney California Adventure® Park, experience the golden age of Hollywood as you stroll the shops of Buena Vista Street. Stop for a photo op with your favorite Pixar and Marvel characters, or head to the newly re-imagined Pixar Pier. Nights come alive when you join in for the spectacular World of Color®, a brilliant display of fountains, dazzling lights, and effects.
After the parks close, the fun continues at Downtown Disney® District, where you can find souvenirs of every kind including clothing, housewares, toys, jewelry, sunglasses and more. Enjoy live music as you shop, then dine on a wide selection of great food including Cajun, Mexican, or Italian favorites. Don’t forget to grab ice cream or a churro for dessert.
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa
This stunning hotel offers premium accommodations and rich dining experiences in American Craftsman style and elegance. Choose from a variety of different relaxing pools, including the peaceful oasis of the Fountain Pool and outdoor hot tub, the Redwood Pool with waterslide, and the refreshing Mariposa pool and outdoor hot tub. Disover award-winning food and wine, cozy lounges, family-friendly dining and much more.
Standard guestrooms feature either one King-size bed, or one Queen-size bed plus Twin-size sleeper, or 2 Queen-size beds (bedding based on availability at time of check-in), complimentary wireless and wired Internet access, robes, DVD player, iron/board, hairdryer, make-up mirror, safe and more. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa is located approximately 14.2 miles from John Wayne Airport (SNA), 14.3 miles from Long Beach Airport (LGB), and 34 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
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.
Topics in Anesthesia |
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Monday, December 15 |
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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 | Informed Consent Conundrums: What Is Best for the Patient and the Healthcare Professional | K.Schroeder | ||
| 1045 | Perioperative Management of Burn Patients | K.Schroeder | ||
| 1145 | High Expectations: Navigating Preoperative Cannabis Use and Behavioral Assessment | D.King | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Tuesday, December 16 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Anesthesia's Mixtape of Cannabinoid Chemistry and Concoctions | D.King | ||
| 0830 | Trippy TRPV1: Unveiling the Enigma of Cannabinoid-Induced Hyperalgesia | D.King | ||
| 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 | Frontiers of Regional Anesthesia | K.Schroeder | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, December 17 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Perioperative Analgesia for Spine Surgery | K.Schroeder | ||
| 0830 | Amputation Analgesia: Blocks and Beyond | K.Schroeder | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Pain Palette: Exploring the Biopsychosocial Canvas of Pain Pathways | D.King | ||
| 1045 | Ambulatory Artistry: Drawing the Line in Patient Selection for Surgery | D.King | ||
| 1145 | Endpoints of Resuscitation: Can We Do a Better Job? | R.Sikorski | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Thursday, December 18 |
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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 | Silencing the Storm: Anesthetic Approaches in Modulating Surgical Stress and Inflammation | D.King | ||
| 1045 | POCUS for Beginners | K.Schroeder | ||
| 1145 | Anesthesia STAT: Managing Operating Room Emergencies | K.Schroeder | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 Class A CE 11.7 Pharmacology Hours† |
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| Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
| Rev. 8/7/24 | ||||
FACULTY
Daniel D. King, DNP, CRNA, CPPS
Associate Professor
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Chicago, Illinois
Kristopher M. Schroeder, MD, FASA
Professor
Vice Chair of Faculty Development
Department of Anesthesiology
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Madison, Wisconsin
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 1044859; Expiration Date 12/18/2025.
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 October 15, 2025. Cancellations between October 16, 2025, and November 15, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after November 15, 2025, 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.
REGISTER EARLY
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.