Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
Topics of Interest in Anesthesia
Cancun, Mexico
November 9-14, 2008
Northwest Anesthesia
Seminars, Inc.
Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
Topics of Interest in Anesthesia
Cancun, Mexico
November 9-14, 2008
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| LOCATION: |
Cancun, Mexico |
| Mexico's most popular destination, Cancún is situated on the northeastern tip of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. The destination is renowned for its 16-mile stretch of white sandy beach, exceptional recreation features, and proximity to historic Mayan archeological sites. Twenty five percent of the Mexican Caribbean exists as ecological reserves, making your Cancun visit the perfect opportunity to experience the wonders of nature, from enchanting jungles to the world's second largest barrier reef. With nearly 5,000 archaeological sites in the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun immerses you in the living history of the ancient Mayans, an extraordinary culture whose regional influence is felt and revered to this day. The Mayan culture is a rich part of the local folklore, which can be discovered throughout the island, downtown, and in nearby Puerto Morelos in arts, cuisine, architecture, and more. Take a day trip to Chichen Itza, ancient Mayan ruins over 1500 years old. Along the shores of Cancun, a multitude of water sports and other recreations await you. Turquoise waters are your treasure trove for snorkeling, deep-sea diving, and sportfishing. Kayak under the stars through the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve beneath the watchful eyes of macaws, toucans, and flamingos. Feel the lure of shimmering sands as you walk, sun, and laze on Cancun's beaches. Visit the crocodile farm in Puerto Morelos. If your preferred form of recreation is shopping, you'll find a world class experience here with nearly 2,000 shops, boutiques, and stores featuring merchandise ranging from local artisans' crafts to haute couture. Mayan traditions extend to Cancun's world class spas where traditional services are complemented by Mayan-inspired treatments. Once you've pampered your body and soul at these remarkable facilities, treat yourself to extraordinary cuisine from every corner of the globe. If golf is your game, you'll find the perfect challenge on Cancun's many championship courses. As the evening turns to night, take your turn on the dance floor in a variety of discos or turn your attention to world-renowned musical acts that take to the stage in Cancun's lively bars. Cancun's charming ambiance and gracious hospitality will make your stay an unforgettable delight. | |
| ACCOMMODATIONS: |
The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun |
The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun is an exclusive resort considered one of the most luxurious in the world. Indulgent amenities such as the impressive Culinary Center featuring fun cooking classes, the luxurious Kayantá Spa, the new Cliff Drysdale Tennis Club, and award winning restaurants come together to create an irresistible oasis of enchantment. Deluxe Ocean View rooms are approximately 438 square feet and include amenities such as private balcony with views of the Caribbean, twice daily housekeeping, marble bathroom, rainforest shower head and separate bathtub, hair dryer, bathrobes, iron/board, in-room safe, fully stocked refreshment cabinet and gourmet coffee machine, CD player, international cable television, full size desk, and Wi-fi Internet (fee applies). Other hotel amenities include 1,200 feet of white sand beach, two swimming pools, oceanfront whirlpool, fitness center with a wide variety of fitness classes, six restaurants, two lounges, a full service beauty salon, tour and travel arrangement desk, car rentals, as well as gift shops and boutiques. Click here for a photo tour of the hotel. email info@nwas.com |
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| TARGET AUDIENCE: | |
| This course is designed for Physicians, CRNAs, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of not only the specialty, but also of all additional related disciplines which may impact it. | |
| PROGRAM PURPOSE: | |
| The practitioner of anesthesiology must possess the scientific background for clinical practice; maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of not only the specialty, but also of all additional related disciplines which may impact it; maintain an up-to-the-minute armamentarium of knowledge and skills for the selection and use of complex equipment, pharmacological agents, and procedures necessary for the provision of quality patient care; manage self and colleagues to function toward common goals in the clinical setting, the clinical and educational institutions, and the community in which the practice resides; serve as an expert in matters involving health care delivery; serve as an informed manager of clinical and educational services provided, including the acquisition and distribution of resources necessary in meeting professional goals; and provide assistance with and support of other service providers, departments, institutions, and organizations dependent upon the professional expertise of the practitioner. Presentations are designed to facilitate the physician, nurse specialist, and other providers maintaining skills of the same kind to review and update knowledge and abilities in one or more of these areas vital to the practicing professional. | |
| OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to: | |
| Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences - to include but not be limited to advanced anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and social sciences - as they impact and are affected by the planning, delivery, and monitoring of anesthesia and related services inherent in the anesthesia professions. | |
| Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, and contraindications and precautions of presented pharmacological agents through the understanding of their physico-chemical properties, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, updated uses, and more recently developed additional, related, similar drugs. | |
| Outline comprehensive management plans for the group of patients discussed, whether related in age, physical status, cultural background, invasive procedure, anesthetic or analgesic requirements, clinical setting, adverse reactions, and/or goals of care. | |
| Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of anesthetic procedures and administrations, equipment use, and other applications encountered during the provision of anesthesia and analgesia whether in the surgical unit, the labor and delivery suite, the pain management clinic, or other more remote location of anesthetizing services. | |
| Incorporate the appropriate recommendations and/or requirements of pertinent external organizations, institutions, and professional groups - recognized as serving as the authority for and/or holding the responsibility to compile and approve such tenets - in the provision of anesthesia and related services, whether medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, or health care management standards. | |
| Apply the new techniques in the clinical setting of the participant. | |
FACULTY
Joel A. Kaplan, MD
Editor-in-Chief
Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia
Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology
University of California at San Diego and University of Louisville
Dean Emeritus, School of Medicine
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Mark T. Murphy, MD
Chief of Anesthesia
Mercy Medical Center
Durango, Colorado
Ashish C. Sinha, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor Anesthesiology and Critical Care
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
ACCREDITATION:
The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education
of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas designates this educational activity for
a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should
only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the
activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas and Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Inc. The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Health Care System, Dallas is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physician Assistants AAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
CME Certificates will be mailed following completion of the course.
AANA approved for 20 CEC Code #30728 EXP DATE 11/14/2008
NWAS is an approved provider by the California and Florida State Boards of Nursing, Provider number #04833 and 50-7480 respectively. This program offers 20 contact hours.
COURSE DIRECTOR: Mark Murphy, MD, Chief of Anesthesia, Mercy Medical Center, Durango, Colorado
SCHEDULE & 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. Neither NWAS nor NW-WWT is responsible for any non-refundable airfare, hotel accommodations or other expenses you may incur. We recommend Travel Insurance.
FAP: (Frequent Attendee Points) FAP lets you accumulate points based on dollars spent with NWAS, including net cruise and net hotel (but not air). These points can later be redeemed for tuition. A great program to reward you for supporting NWAS! You must have enough points for a full tuition.
NWAS, Inc. is going GREEN! With over eight tons of paper used, hundreds of toner cartridges, and the shipping impact, we want to do our part for the environment. Therefore, as of January 1, 2008, NWAS will replace the printed lecture notes with a CD containing the lectures in PDF format. Printed notes are available after the meeting, upon request only, for a nominal fee.
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