Hot Topics in Anesthesia

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Wynn Las Vegas

Schedule

Las Vegas, Nevada
April 15 - 18, 2025

Monday, April 14

Optional Law School 101 for Healthcare Practitioners Workshop*
- 0730
  
  Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
- 0755
  
  Welcome
  
  NWAS Staff
- 0800
  
  Ethics, Morality and Law: Introduction to the American Legal System
  
  J.Szalados
- 0830
  
  How the Law Works: Substantive Laws, Precedents, and Procedural Laws
  
  J.Szalados
- 0900
  
  Professional Negligence / Malpractice: What Is It? What Is It Not? Are You Insured?
  
  J.Szalados
- 1000
  
  Break
- 1015
  
  Testimony Under Oath: Experts and You – Winning Strategies for Depositions and Trial
  
  J.Szalados
- 1045
  
  Charting With the Jury in Mind: Computer Forensics and the Hidden Risks in Your EMR
  
  J.Szalados
- 1115
  
  Lunch (on your own)
- 1215
  
  The Fine Print: The Hidden Risks in Your Contract(s)
  
  J.Szalados
- 1315
  
  Communication: Informed Consent, Refusal, Advance Directives and Your Risk
  
  J.Szalados
- 1345
  
  Employers and Employees: Labor and Human Resources Law Overview
  
  J.Szalados
- 1415
  
  State Boards, Medical Staff Credentialing and Privileging and Your Risk
  
  J.Szalados
- 1515
  
  Break
- 1530
  
  Compliance With Federal Regulations: HIPAA, False Claims, Self-Referral, and Other Traps
  
  J.Szalados
- 1600
  
  Your Business: Transactional Law and Corporate Structure
  
  J.Szalados
- 1630
  
  Criminal Law: State of Mind and the Other Side of Practitioner Liability
  
  J.Szalados
- 1700
  
  Case Studies and Q&A
  
  J.Szalados
- 1730
  
  Adjourn
8.00 CME / 8.00 CEC
3.50 Clinical Management?
refers to credit hours related to Clinical Management (subject to change)
/ 2.50 Patient Safety?
refers to credit hours related to Patient Safety (subject to change)

Tuesday, April 15

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0925

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0930

Dexmedetomidine, Ketamine, and Friends: TIVA Is Not Just Propofol

J.Sanders
1030

A Few Things We Thought We Knew but We Were Wrong

J.Sanders
1130

Break
1145

Anesthetic Considerations in the Patient With Liver Disease

J.Szalados
1245

Management of the Acutely Septic Patient

J.Szalados
1345

Decision Dilemma: Challenges in Orthopedic Anesthesia

C.Lin
1445

Adjourn

Wednesday, April 16

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

Decision Dilemma: Off-Site Anesthesia

C.Lin
1030

Decision Dilemma: Keep Brain Healthy After Surgery

C.Lin
1130

Break
1145

Optimal Fluid Management: Which Monitors and Which Fluids?

J.Sanders
1245

This Can't Be Happening: How to Handle a Catastrophe in the Operating Room

J.Sanders
1345

Electrolyte Emergencies: A Review for the Anesthesia Provider

J.Szalados
1445

Adjourn

Thursday, April 17

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

The Management of Patient With Brain Trauma

J.Szalados
1030

Morbid Obesity: The Anesthesia Provider’s Perspective

J.Szalados
1130

Break
1145

Epidural Blood Patch: What Can Go Wrong?

C.Lin
1245

Occupational Hazards in Anesthesia: It’s More Than Burnout

C.Lin
1345

Easy Traps to Fall Into and How to Avoid Them

J.Sanders
1445

Adjourn

Friday, April 18

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

Thrombectomy, Aneurysm Coiling, and Beyond: Anesthesia in the Neurointerventional Suite

J.Szalados
1030

Pulmonary Hypertension and Right Heart Failure: Silent but Deadly Traps for the Unwary Anesthesia Provider

J.Szalados
1130

Break
1145

Informed Consent: More Important Than Ever

C.Lin
1245

Pediatric Anesthesia: Dangerous Perioperative Problems and Their Prevention

J.Sanders
1345

Anesthesia for Pediatric Surgical Emergencies: An Interactive Session

J.Sanders
1445

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
8.30 Pharmacology? / 11.70 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Trauma? / 19.00 Patient Safety? / 1.00 Ethics?

*Separate tuition and schedule applies.

Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.

Faculty

Charles J. Lin, MD

Assistant Professor
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Passavant
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

John Carl Sanders, MA, MBBS, FRCA

Professor, Emeritus
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico

James Emery Szalados, MD, JD, MBA, MHA, FACHE, FCCP, FCCM, FCLM, FNCS

Attorney and Counselor at Law
The Szalados Law Firm, Hilton, NY
Director, Surgical Critical Care and Surgical / Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Director, Neurocritical Program and Neurocritical Care Unit
Rochester Regional Health System and Rochester General Hospital
Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology, University of Rochester
Adjunct Clinical Professor, Physician Assistant Program
Rochester Institute of Technology
Adjunct Clinical Professor of Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Erie, Pennsylvania

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Welcome to Vegas! A land of grandiose hotels, casino gaming, excitement, and luxury. If you can bet on it, you’ll find it here. Comedy and music legends, six resident Cirque du Soleil productions, classic Las Vegas showgirl revues, and more are here for your pleasure. From elaborately themed clubs to the new wave of upscale “ultra lounges,” you can experience a variety of night spots. For the golf aficionado, the sixty-plus golf courses in Las Vegas, designed by top golf pros, have put Vegas on the map. Popular courses include Topgolf Las Vegas, Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort, Bali Hai Golf Club, TPC Las Vegas, and Royal Links Golf Club.

If you want to unwind, Las Vegas offers the most luxurious and varied spa experiences and pools to be found anywhere. Wherever you choose to relax, stress doesn’t stand a chance. Afterward, stop by the Bellagio for a superb Botanical Garden experience where radiant colors dance in creative flower displays that will captivate young and old. Las Vegas has become one of the premium world-class shopping destinations in the country with specialty stores sporting Prada, Gucci, Dior, Chanel, Jimmy Choo and so much more. Budget-minded shoppers will delight in the outlet malls both north and south of downtown, easily accessed by bus.

Trade dazzling city lights and crowds for the serenity of Red Rock Canyon. Break a sweat with scenic hiking across Moenkopi Loop, Calico Hills, Turtlehead Peak, and more. Keep your eyes open for Triassic fossils, various desert flora, and wildlife. Travelers can also venture out to see nearby Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, or the Grand Canyon.

Accommodations

Wynn Las Vegas

Wynn Resorts holds more Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards than any other independent hotel company in the world. Whether you're anticipating your first visit to Wynn Las Vegas, or you're planning a regular trip to your home away from home, there's always something new to discover at this resort. Choose to include a one-of-a-kind experience during your visit to turn your moments here into unforgettable memories. Whether it be shopping, relaxing or working out, we're sure you've never done it like this. With two Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star spas, unique salons, luxury shopping, exquisite resort pools, and a team of concierges to assist with your every need, you'll find all you are looking for within the resort. Creating moments of excitement, discovery, and wonder for guests is the heart of every project and conception at Wynn Las Vegas. From large production shows and spellbinding displays, to live music and once-in-a-lifetime chances at adventure, the opportunities abound for memories to be made that will last forever.

Wynn Las Vegas is known for the finest in dining, shopping, and entertainment. From fine to casual dining, vegan and healthy eating options offer something to please any palate. There are also a number of resort bars and lounges to choose from, each offering unique scenery, menus, and entertainment. Discover for yourself why Wynn Las Vegas was named as one of the Top 10 Hotels in Las Vegas in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's 2023 Reader's Choice Awards. Wynn Resort rooms are 640 square feet and offer a bright, modern design bathed in warm light and accented with luxurious furnishings. Wynn Resort rooms feature one king or two queen pillow-top Wynn Dream Beds (based on hotel availability) with 507 thread-count linens and overstuffed pillows and shams, floor-to-ceiling windows, elegant furnishings, 55" 4K UHD television, bedside mobile phone charging outlets and touch-screen curtain, lighting, room service, and privacy controls. The bathroom features an oversized marble bath, separate shower and water closet, and plush, terrycloth bathrobes for your comfort.

The hotel is located approximately 3.5 miles from the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) - formerly known as McCarren International Airport.

Rooms starting at

USD 319 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

External Booking Url

Wynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through 5pm PST on March 13, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first. After 5pm, PST on March 13, 2025 any changes to existing room reservations (names, dates, etc.) will be accepted based upon space and rate availability. Extremely limited rooms available at group rates for weekends.

Room rates are per night and subject to the prevailing room tax, which is currently 13.38% and a daily discounted* resort fee of $45.00 plus 13.38% tax.

Rollaway beds $50 per rollaway, per night, based on hotel availability. Restrictions may apply.

The daily resort fee is *discounted to those who make their room reservation via NWAS/NWWT reservation link ONLY (otherwise, it's approx. $50 + tax, per night).

The resort fee entitles each guest to the following items:
• Access to the fitness center for two people (a value of $40 per day).
• In-room internet access: four (4) devices per room at a standard 7Mb connection speed(a value of $80 per day).
• Unlimited local, domestic long distance and toll free calls.
• Printing of boarding passes through Concierge.
• Access to more than 5,000 national and international digital daily newspapers and magazines.
Resort fee inclusions and pricing subject to change without notice.

Reservation holder must be at least 21 years of age and all guests will be required to show a valid government-issued ID upon check-in.

Like most hotels, Wynn Las Vegas requires a pre-authorization of $150 for each night’s stay to cover incidentals upon check-in. Should a guest not provide a credit card, the Resort will require a cash deposit of $300 per night for incidentals at the time of check-in. Please note that if a guest uses a debit card, the pre-authorization will act as a direct withdrawal from the attendee’s bank account. The funds will be automatically withdrawn upon check-in.

PARKING: Self-parking is complimentary for hotel guests. Valet Parking $35/day Monday-Thursday; and, $40/day Friday-Sunday. For non-registered guests the daily parking fee is approx. $20 per day, with the first three (3) hours free. Prices may be higher during special events. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

Space is limited in our group room block.
Once this block is sold, rooms are on availability only and may be at a higher rate.
A portion of the room rate is used to provide refreshments during the meeting for participants only.
Room rates per night unless otherwise noted.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Early departure, late check out and no show fees may apply.
Please review your reservation for accuracy.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.

We have reached our cutoff date for the room block. Please book directly with hotel at going rate: https://www.wynnlasvegas.com/

Please verify total reservation costs, including resort fees, taxes, and any other mandatory charges when making your reservation on the hotel's group reservation link.

Rooms starting at
$319 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for one night's room plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable) at the time of booking to reserve your room.

We have reached our cutoff date for the room block. Please book directly with hotel at going rate: https://www.wynnlasvegas.com/

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted by hotel until 72 hours prior to scheduled arrival date. Cancellations received by the hotel inside of 72 hours of arrival will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). An early departure fee will be incurred if notice is not received prior to or at check-in. Guests are considered checked-in once the registration card is signed. The early departure fee will be 1 night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Failure to arrive on your scheduled arrival date will result in a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable) and the of remaining room nights reserved will be automatically cancelled. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty up to your entire reserved stay. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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 Credits™. 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 AnesthesiologyTM (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 hours Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1044350; Expiration Date 04/18/2025
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 I 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 is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, KY, NH, SC, WV, and WY (Provider Number 50-7480). This program offers 20 contact hours.

AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

Who Should Attend?

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 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 co-morbidities 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.

Medical Director

Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

MD/DO

$ 1075 Late Registration Fee

$ 275 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 1025 Late Registration Fee

$ 265 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 925 Late Registration Fee

$ 240 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 February 14th, 2025 to March 16th, 2025 . No refund after March 16th, 2025; however, 50% of tuition paid may be applied toward tuition for another 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.

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.

Lecture notes will be provided via download in PDF format.

You must sign-in/log 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.

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 30 days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS 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.

Frequent Attendee Points (FAP)

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.