Locations
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
One of the many attractions Grand Cayman has to offer is Seven Mile Beach. With sand stretching as far as the eye can see, it is rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean. Other attractions on Grand Cayman include the 65-acre Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, the National Trust’s Mastic Trail, the Cayman Islands National Museum in George Town, Pedro St. James Historic Site in Savannah, Boatswains Beach, blowholes in East End, and historic buildings now being restored. Rum Point is also not to be missed. An amazing variety of local treasures await you, including shell jewelry, thatch work, wood carvings, crocheted items, pepper sauces, tropical fruit jams, honey, and and figurines made from Cayman’s semi-precious stone, Caymanite.
Cayman is recognized as the birthplace of Caribbean recreational diving. Today, it’s one of the world’s top dive destinations. Dive warm calm waters, 100-foot-plus visibility, and a breathtaking variety of marine life. See steep walls adorned with sponges and corals in a stunning array of colors, shallow reefs filled with schooling and solitary fish and small invertebrates, and wrecks featuring photogenic structures and curious marine residents.
There’s also the World’s Best 12-foot Dive—unique Stingray City. Silvery Tarpon hover motionless in mid-water surrounded by glittery Silversides and French Angelfish that fin in close to check you out. Watersports centers offer plenty of other ways to enjoy the ocean including kayaks, windsurfing boards, Hobie Cats, parasailing, water-skiing, and more. Marine life can even be viewed from a submarine. The activities and possibilities in Grand Cayman are endless and ready to be enjoyed!
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa
Fresh off a $50 million redesign, the Westin Grand Cayman offers a new island-chic vibe beautifully situated on prime oceanfront of famous Seven Mile Beach in the heart of Grand Cayman. Named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, the resort has been recognized for its excellence. Can't miss attractions near the hotel include Camana Bay and shopping and dining within walking distance. The property also features Red Sail Sports, located onsite for all of your water sport needs. Spend your days playing on the beach, snorkeling or diving, or just floating in the freshwater pool and hot tubs while enjoying a refreshing cocktail from the swim-up bar.
Treat yourself to a pampering visit to the spa offering thirteen treatment rooms, two steam and sauna rooms, women’s whirlpool, Vichy Shower, massages and a variety of treatments to rejuvenate the body and soul. Stay on track in the 24-hour Westin WORKOUT® Fitness Studio while the kids have fun at the Westin Family Kids Club. Sample the variety of flavors, from a romantic dinner on the beach to casual patio dining at Ferdinand's. Welcoming, newly renovated guest rooms await you, with relaxing island-inspired designs, incredible views and thoughtful amenities.
Run of Ocean guestrooms feature 1 King bed plus sofa sleeper or 2 double beds, patio or balcony, coffee/tea service, mini-refrigerator, safe, iron/board, alarm clock, hair dryer, robes, and more to ensure a comfortable stay.
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa is located approximately 7.5 miles from the Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM). Complimentary self-parking is available. Parking fees subject to change without notice.
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, November 17 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0725 | Welcome | NWAS Staff | ||
| 0730 | Numb and Number: Blocks for Upper Extremity Surgery | M.Fingerman | ||
| 0830 | The Knee-Sential Guide: A Journey Through Regional Anesthesia for Knee Surgery | M.Fingerman | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | My Patient Has an ICD? I’m Shocked: Perioperative Management of Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices | R.Ball | ||
| 1045 | Out of Sight, Out of Mind: ASA, Plavix, and Coronary Stents | R.Ball | ||
| 1145 | The Everlasting Effects of Covid on Patients Coming for Surgery | T.Finn | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Tuesday, November 18 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Crash Sections in OB | T.Finn | ||
| 0830 | What's Wrong With My Baby? Neonatal Resuscitation Review and Analysis | T.Finn | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Trunk It Up: Blocks for Truncal Surgery | M.Fingerman | ||
| 1045 | Hip Mastery: Blocks for Achieving Optimal Perioperative Analgesia | M.Fingerman | ||
| 1145 | Should We Wait? Anticoagulation and Neuraxial Anesthesia | R.Ball | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, November 19 – Open Day |
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Thursday, November 20 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | EZ Valves: Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) | R.Ball | ||
| 0830 | Trouble in the OR: Anesthesia for the Opioid-Addicted Patient | R.Ball | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Drug Shortages: Where We Are and Where We Will Be | T.Finn | ||
| 1045 | Vigilance in Anesthesia | T.Finn | ||
| 1145 | You Took What This Morning? Perioperative Medication Conundrums | M.Fingerman | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Friday, November 21 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Mixology: Local Anesthetics and Additives | M.Fingerman | ||
| 0830 | Perioperative Nerve Injury: the Good, the Bad, and the Unknown | M.Fingerman | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Anesthesia Handoffs: Making Team Care Safe | T.Finn | ||
| 1045 | Non-Obstetric Anesthesia for the Parturient | R.Ball | ||
| 1145 | Offsite Blues: Case Studies of EP Lab Emergencies | R.Ball | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 Class A CE Pharmacology Hours TBD† |
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| Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
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FACULTY
Ryan D. Ball, MD, MBA, FASE
Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
UPMC Passavant Hospital
Associate Professor
UPMC Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Mitchell Fingerman, MD, FASA
Associate Professor
Division Chief and Associate Fellowship Director
Division of Regional and Ambulatory Anesthesia
Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis, Missouri
Timothy P. Finn, CRNA, MSN, MBA, PhD
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Per Diem)
Illinois Orthopedic Network
Mount Sinai Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
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 is designed to meet requirements for Class A CE credit. Once approved by AANA, this will be indicated.
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 September 17, 2025. Cancellations between September 18, 2025, and October 18, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after October 18, 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.