Locations
New York, New York
New York City has so much to offer - from classic attractions, landmark buildings, world-class museums and art galleries, to restaurants offering every imaginable cuisine, varied shopping, and all the theater, musical, and sports experiences one could wish for. First time visitors will want to check off the must-see list: Statue of Liberty, Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, the Bronx Zoo, the Staten Island Ferry, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. If you have the time, be sure to visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History and the Whitney Museum of American Art house. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a quintessential New York City attraction, and perfect to visit will walking Central Park.
Repeat visitors may want to venture out to further explore NYC's five boroughs, each offering a diverse range of restaurants, shopping, sights, attractions, and a vibe all their own. Manhattan offers a varied contrast - from the open spaces of Central Park to it's iconic skyline to the hustle and bustle of the financial district to the lights and sounds of Broadway. You might even want to walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and its breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Koreatown (K-town) makes for a convenient stop while sightseeing Midtown Manhattan and a great place for visitors to enjoy outstanding Korean food, karaoke, and much more. Visitor's will quickly see why Manhattan is one of NYC’s most visited boroughs for every kind of adventurer. There is always something new to see and explore in NYC!
Park Lane New York
There’s something irresistible at 36 Central Park South. Park Lane has just completed a $80 million renovation that renewed its spirit with modern, with whimsical charm and odes to New York’s past and present. Located on Billionaire’s Row in the southeastern area of Central Park South (59th Street) between 5th and 6th Avenue, Park Lane New York provides unparalleled access to the park and all other major midtown attractions. Park Lane New York is a place to unwind or to let the city’s secrets beguile your imagination. From dawn to dusk, delectable delights await you. At Park Lane New York discover uniquely curious food and libations concepts by Scott Sartiano of Bond Hospitality. Park Lane New York offers three distinct dining venues, notably Darling, Central Park South’s only rooftop lounge.
Stay on track with Park Lane New York’s wellness and fitness center, offering Peloton Bikes, The Mirror, treadmills, free weights, and an outdoor stretching and yoga terrace. For the running or walking enthusiast, don’t forget about Central Park’s 843 acres across the street that offers a variety of running trails.
Park Lane guest rooms feature lusciously appointed in Bellino Fine Linens, Le Labo bathroom amenities, oversized picture windows, window seating area, and a 24-hour in room dining. You'll also find a safe, umbrellas, garment steamer, slippers, bathrobes, and more to ensure a comfortable stay. Park Lane Hotel New York is located approximately 20 miles from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 10 miles from LaGuardia (LGA), and 30 miles from Newark (EWR).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, April 22 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0725 | Welcome | NWAS Staff | ||
0730 | Myths and Facts Regarding Perioperative Anaphylaxis and Anaphylactoid Reactions | R.Isaak | ||
0830 | Folklore, Fairy Tales, and Fantasy: Examining Dogmas in Anesthesiology | R.Isaak | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Advances in the Practice of Anesthesiology: Gameshow Style!! | R.Isaak | ||
1045 | Anesthesia and Technology: Have We Forgotten the Patient? | D.Sutherland | ||
1145 | Hypertension Management: Understanding the Medications of the Patient Prior to the OR | D.Sutherland | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Tuesday, April 23 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | Coronary Stents: Key Perioperative Challenges and Strategies | H.Ramakrishna | ||
0830 | Challenges in Valvular Heart Disease: Focus on Aortic Stenosis and Aortic Valve Replacement | H.Ramakrishna | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Seeing Is Believing: Point-of-Care Ultrasound | R.Isaak | ||
1045 | Liver Disease and Anesthesia: Perioperative Management of the Cirrhotic Patient | R.Isaak | ||
1145 | Pulmonary Hypertension: What You Don't Know Might Make Your Day Interesting | D.Sutherland | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, April 24 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | Cardiac Evaluation of the Patient for Noncardiac Surgery: Do You Really Need a Cardiology Consult? | D.Sutherland | ||
0830 | Myths vs. Reality in Anesthesia | D.Sutherland | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Update in Geriatric Anesthesia | H.Ramakrishna | ||
1045 | Dexmedetomidine: Why Should I Consider This a Relevant Drug in 2024? | H.Ramakrishna | ||
1145 | A Systematic Approach to Patients With Pacemakers and Defibrillators | H.Ramakrishna | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
Thursday, April 25 |
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0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
0730 | Stuck Between a “Rock” and a Hard Place: Perioperative Pulmonary Embolism | R.Isaak | ||
0830 | What Would YOU Do?!?! Clinical Challenges and Conundrums Facing Anesthesia Providers | R.Isaak | ||
0930 | Break | |||
0945 | Hot Topics in Cardiac Anesthesia | H.Ramakrishna | ||
1045 | Disruptive Practitioner Behavior: How We Can Be Better Citizens? | D.Sutherland | ||
1145 | Provider Burnout: We Have to Take Care of Us to Care for Them | D.Sutherland | ||
1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 CE 4.5 Pharmacology Hours† |
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Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
Rev. 2/8/24 |
FACULTY
Rob Isaak, DO, FASA
Professor of Anesthesiology
Division Chief - Liver Transplant / Vascular Anesthesiology
Vice-Chair of Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Durham, North Carolina
Harish Ramakrishna, MD, FACC, FESC
Professor
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
Dale F. Sutherland, MD
Delaware Anesthesia Associates
Director, Cardiac Anesthesia
Pain Management
Lewes, Delaware
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 1043228; Expiration Date 04/25/2024.
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 for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (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 February 21, 2024. Cancellations between February 22, 2024, and March 23, 2024, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after March 23, 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.
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