Come discover Chicago’s famed restaurants, renowned museums, stunning waterfront, groundbreaking music, award-winning theatres, over 300 parks and green spaces, and iconic architecture. Here, 77 vibrant, ethnically diverse neighborhoods make up the heart and soul of Chicago. These are just some of the reasons why Condé Nast Traveler ranked Chicago the #1 on their list of Best Large Cities in the U.S. for 8 years in a row.
Chicago is home to more than 7,000 restaurants, from Michelin star winners and James Beard Award medalists to world-famous cheese burgers and classic deep dish pizza. If shopping is your thing, the Magnificent Mile will entertain you for hours. Sports buffs will want to grab tickets to any number of sporting events to watch legendary teams compete. Other popular attractions include the historic Water Tower, Museum of Contemporary Art, John Hancock Observatory, and Millennium Park.
Enjoy outdoor escapes and urban adventure, with the stunning city skyline as your backdrop. Go kayaking along the award-winning Riverwalk or cycle the 18-mile Lakefront Trail, dotted with harbors, beaches, restaurants and bars. And don’t forget to explore Navy Pier or to experience a river boat cruise on Lake Michigan.
Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Experience this luxurious hotel located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With breathtaking river and city views, The Royal Sonesta is centrally located within walking distance to the Millennium Park, Lyrics Opera of Chicago, Tribune Tower, Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Zoo, and just 4 miles away from Wrigley Field.
Take a step outside and immerse yourself in the picturesque Chicago Riverwalk for a revitalizing jog or keep up with your workout routine in the state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring the latest cardio and strength training equipment, including a Peloton bike, to elevate your workout. Practice yoga and mindfulness exercises while enjoying the invigorating views of the river.
Experience the inviting ambiance of a loft-like indoor dining room and enjoy a fresh breakfast or delicious dinner at the Hoyt’s American Tavern. Satisfy your cravings at Market by choosing a grab or go snack or drink from a curated selection of locally-sourced beer, wine, prosecco, and cocktails.
Newly renovated guestrooms feature 1 king or 2 queen* beds (based on hotel availability), complimentary Wi-Fi (excludes meeting room), mini-fridge, flat-screen television, a laptop-size safe, and Keurig coffee maker, iron/board, and more to ensure a comfortable stay. *Rooms with 2 queen beds are extremely limited.
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is located approximately 13 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and 18 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). The hotel offers self-parking for guests, located at nearby facilities for approximately $58 per car, per night or valet for approx. $75 per night. Parking fees subject to change without notice.
Mark A. Kossick, DNSc, CRNA (Ret.)
Professor Emeritus
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina
Educational Consultant
Dunnellon, Florida
kossick@eplus.net
Dr. Kossick received his research doctorate (DNSc) in 2003 from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and completed his clinical research in the electrophysiology laboratory at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) while developing a new modified chest lead (MAC1L).
He finished his nurse anesthesia education in 1984 at Hamot Medical Center, Erie, Pennsylvania, affiliated with Edinboro University. Over the past 34 years he has been on faculty at the University of Kansas, UAB, University of Maryland, Union University, and Western Carolina University. Dr. Kossick has lectured extensively on EKG interpretation to an eclectic audience across the United States and from other countries, such as Spain, Germany, Iceland, Australia, Great Britain, Saudi Arabia, and New Zealand. Attendees include anesthesiologists, hospitalists, intensivists, emergency department physicians, cardiologists, nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners, and critical care nurses. He has served as a member of the AANA Journal Editorial Committee, authored 1) the antiarrhythmic chapter in the textbook, Pharmacology for Nurse Anesthesiology, 2) the Clinical Monitoring I: Cardiovascular System chapter in all seven editions in the textbook Nurse Anesthesia and 3) is developing a video lecture series on comprehensive EKG interpretation. Dr. Kossick’s academic career also included serving as a tenured full professor, senior fellow, and as a member of IRB committees.
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
Due to the epidemiology of cardiovascular disease and standards of care regarding EKG monitoring by various professional organizations (physicians in many specialties [anesthesiology, emergency medicine, and critical care], advanced practice nurses) healthcare providers are being challenged to interpret the EKG as well as treat underlying conduction disturbances. This program is designed to update these practitioners with the latest information on this body of scientific information. This seminar offers 8 contact hours.
OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
• Review the 12-lead EKG system, dipole concept, the predicted morphology of the EKG waveforms, and options for lead placement.
• Define the EKG criteria for diagnosing myocardial ischemia, injury, infarction, axis deviation, bundle branch blocks, and fascicular blocks.
• Review the recommended placement of limb and chest leads for recording the 12-lead EKG and for continuous monitoring the EKG in the OR, PACU, ICU and ED.
• Apply the criteria for the diagnosis of EKG changes associated with pathophysiology
EKG Interpretation Seminar
Diagnostic Skills for Myocardial Ischemia, Injury, Infarction, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks Chicago, Illinois
May 21, 2025
Wednesday, May 21
0730
Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0755
Welcome
NWAS Staff
0800
Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part I
0900
Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part II
1000
Break
1015
Evidence-Based Guidelines for Diagnosing T Wave and ST Segment Changes
1115
Decision Algorithm for EKG Lead Selection Including True Chest Leads versus Modified Chest Leads
1215
Lunch (on your own)
1315
Diagnostic Criteria for Myocardial Infarction
1415
Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI
1515
Break
1530
Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Implications for Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
1630
Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and
Fascicular Blocks
1730
Adjourn
8 CME
8 CEC
0 Pharmacology Hours†
Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.
Rev. 2/17/24
FACULTY
Mark A. Kossick, DNSc, CRNA (Ret.)
Professor Emeritus
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina
Educational Consultant
Dunnellon, Florida
kossick@eplus.net
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 1044252; Expiration Date 09/08/2025.
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 March 21, 2025. Cancellations between March 22, 2025, and April 21, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after April 21, 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.
*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.