Locations
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Hilton Head Island is a foot-shaped barrier island located off the Atlantic Coast of South Carolina, approximately 45 miles north of Savannah, GA; 90 miles south of Charleston, SC; and 30 miles south of historic Beaufort, SC.
The 12-mile long and 5-mile wide island was the first Eco-Planned destination in the U.S. Considered to be one of the finest resort communities in the United States, Hilton Head welcomes millions of visitors from around the globe each year. It offers a range of options for the active visitor with white sand beaches, dozens of championship golf courses, more than 300 tennis courts, and countless bicycle paths.
Whether you enjoy relaxing on the beach, playing a round of golf, or exploring the area’s lush maritime forests, you’ll discover that Hilton Head Island is a true resort mecca, providing family-friendly fun. Dining: Over 250 restaurants reside on Hilton Head Island, ranging from fast-food and gourmet to venues that include all types of ethnic cuisine. For those with a milder palate, the Island also offers great all-American and southern-style fare as well as famous local seafood.
Shopping: More than 200 shops are located on Hilton Head Island, from elegant boutiques and art galleries to an indoor mall with major department stores and specialty shops. The island also has three outlet malls featuring designer brands at a significant savings. Other activities include: Diving, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, bicycle riding, horseback riding, parasailing, motorboating, hiking, waterskiing, jetskiing, windsurfing, surfing, and fishing.
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Rediscover Southern hospitality at this oceanfront resort ideally located on a pristine stretch of sugar-white sand along the Atlantic Ocean. Challenge yourself at one of the three Port Royal championship golf courses, play an invigorating match on the award-winning tennis courts, take a bicycle ride along the beaches of the Atlantic, relax by one of the pools, or revitalize your spirit at the most relaxing spa in Hilton Head, The Heavenly Spa by Westin™.
And when it comes time to revitalize your body, experience some of the finest dining in Hilton Head with fresh seafood and magnificent ocean views at Oceans, a spectacular Lowcountry "farm and sea to table" meal at The Carolina Room,....or an energizing cup of Starbucks at Ingredients Coffee House.
Newly renovated guestrooms feature one king or 2 queen Heavenly Beds® (based on availability), private balcony, iPod dock radio, mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, safe, iron/board, and more. Bathrooms feature Westin Heavenly® Shower with luxurious rain showerhead, dual-vanities, hair-dryer, robes, make-up/shaving mirror, and plush towels.
PARKING: Self-parking is included in the daily resort fee for hotel guests; for non-hotel guests, self-parking is approx. $20 per day. Valet parking is approx. $30 per day. 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.
Relevant Topics in Anesthesia |
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Thursday, September 18 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0725 | Welcome | NWAS Staff | ||
| 0730 | Arterial Blood Gas Analysis: Ions, Cations and Me Part I | L.Guzzi | ||
| 0830 | Arterial Blood Gas Analysis: Ions, Cations and Me Part II | L.Guzzi | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Handling the Weight: Are We All Obesity Doctors Now? | R.Clay | ||
| 1045 | Stop the Bleed: Tips and Tricks for Tackling Hemorrhage | R.Clay | ||
| 1145 | Herbal Medications and Anesthetic Implications | R.Finney | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Friday, September 19 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | A Day in the Outfield: Non-Operating Room Anesthesia | R.Finney | ||
| 0830 | Endocrinopathies and Anesthetic Implications | R.Finney | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Dysrhythmias in OR: Knowing the Ps, Qs and Those Pesky U Waves | L.Guzzi | ||
| 1045 | Hypertension and Anesthetic Risk: Anesthesia Roles and Perioperative Demands | L.Guzzi | ||
| 1145 | Beyond Skin Deep: Understanding and Addressing Racial Bias in Healthcare | R.Clay | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Saturday, September 20 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Expecting the Unexpected: Navigating Surprises in Obstetric Anesthesia | R.Clay | ||
| 0830 | Labor Made Easier: Pro Tips for Controlling Pain in Labor and C-Sections | R.Clay | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | The Impact of Adverse Events on Anesthesiology Professionals: The Role of Peer Support | R.Finney | ||
| 1045 | Anesthesia-Centric Advanced Cardiac Life Support | R.Finney | ||
| 1145 | Anaphylaxis for Anesthesia: An Unexplained Risk | L.Guzzi | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Sunday, September 21 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Emotional Intelligence: An Essential Tool in the Anesthesiology Professional's Toolkit | R.Finney | ||
| 0830 | Delivering the Best: The Occasional Obstetric Anesthetist's Survival Guide | R.Clay | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Oops I Did It Again: Managing Accidental Dural Puncture | R.Clay | ||
| 1045 | Thoracic Trauma: A Review and Management Strategy for the Anesthesia Provider | L.Guzzi | ||
| 1145 | Medical Malpractice and Me: The Defense Starts Now! | L.Guzzi | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 Class A CE 6.5 Pharmacology Hours† |
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| Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
| Rev. 2/27/24 | ||||
FACULTY
Rayna Clay, MD
Director of Obstetric and Perinatal Anesthesia
AdventHealth Tampa and AdventHealth Wesley Chapel
Former Chair of the Department of Anesthesia
AdventHealth Tampa
Tampa, Florida
Robyn Finney, APRN, CRNA, DNAP
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care
Nurse Anesthesia Program Faculty
HELP Program Coordinator / SME
Mayo Clinic
Rochester Minnesota
Louis M. Guzzi, MD, FCCM
Clinical Professor of Anesthesia and CCM
Florida State University School of Medicine
Director Cardiovascular and Vascular Intensive Care Unit
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
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 1044449; Expiration Date 09/21/2025.
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 July 19, 2025. Cancellations between July 20, 2025, and August 19, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after August 19, 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.