Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
Anesthesia Update
12-Day Black Sea, Egypt, & Holy Lands Cruise
September 29-October 11, 2008
Northwest Anesthesia
Seminars, Inc.
Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
Anesthesia Update
12-Day Black Sea, Egypt, & Holy Lands Cruise
September 29-October 11, 2008
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| 12-Day Black Sea, Egypt, & Holy Lands Cruise |
Roundtrip Athens (Piraeus), Greece |
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| Monday, Sept 29 - Board Ship in Piraeus (Athens), Greece | |
 The
port of Piraeus is your gateway to the wonders of Athens, including the
Acropolis, Constitution Square, Hadrian's Arch, the Olympic Stadium and
more. The remains of ancient Athens constitute one of the brightest jewels
of the Mediterranean - a city that has stood for more than 25 centuries.
Athens is the largest city in and the capital of Greece. Today, the Greek
capital is Europe's 8th largest conurbation, a bustling and cosmopolitan
metropolis with an urban population of 3.3 million and a metropolitan population
of about 3.8 million people. Ancient Athens was a powerful city-state. A
centre for the arts, learning and philosophy, home of Plato's Academy and
Aristotle's Lyceum, Athens was also the birthplace of Socrates, Pericles,
Sophocles and many other prominent philosophers, politicians, and writers
of the ancient world. It is widely referred to as the cradle of Western
Civilization and the birthplace of Democracy. The classical era heritage
is still evident in the city, portrayed through a number of ancient monuments
and artworks, the most famous of all being the Parthenon on the Acropolis,
standing as an epic landmark of western civilization. The city has also
a vast variety of Roman and Byzantine monuments, as well as a small remaining
number of Ottoman monuments that project the city's long history through
the centuries. Athens truly is a sight to behold, full of history and wonder. |
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| Tuesday - Wednesday - Monday, Sept 30-Oct 1 - Extended Stay in Istanbul, Turkey | |
 Known
in the course of history as Byzantium and Constantinople, this city's rich
past is evident in such sights as the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, home
of Ottoman sultans. Throughout its long history, Istanbul has acquired a
reputation for being a cultural and ethnic melting pot. As a result, there
are many historical mosques, churches, synagogues, palaces, castles and
towers to visit in the city. Istanbul is Turkey's most populous city, and
its cultural and financial center. The city covers 25 districts of the Istanbul
province. It extends both on the European (Thrace) and on the Asian (Anatolia)
side of the Bosphorus, and is thereby the only metropolis in the world which
is situated on two continents. In its long history, Istanbul (Constantinople)
served as the capital city of the Roman Empire (330-395), the Byzantine
Empire (395-1204 and 1261-1453), the Latin Empire (1204-1261), and the Ottoman
Empire (1453-1922). The city was chosen as joint European Capital of Culture
for 2010. Enjoy an extended stay overnight in this city with extra time
to take in the sights. |
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| Thursday, Oct 2 - Varna, Bulgaria | |
 The
largest city on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, follow the shaded boulevards
to discover the breathtaking 19th century Cathedral of the Assumption of
the Virgin. In the city center, explore the 2nd century remains of a Roman
Bath, the largest ancient building in Bulgaria. Catch a glimpse of the city's
red-tile roofs from one of sandy beach promenades. Other city landmarks
include the Varna Archaeological Museum, exhibiting the Gold of Varna, the
Battle of Varna Park Museum, the Naval Museum in the Italianate Villa Assareto
displaying the museum ship Drazki torpedo boat, the Museum of Ethnography
in an Ottoman-period compound featuring the life of local urban dwellers,
fisherfolk, and peasants in the late 19th and early 20th century. Don't
miss the Sea Garden, the oldest and perhaps largest park in town containing
an open-air theatre, an aquarium, a dolphinarium, the Nicolaus Copernicus
Observatory and Planetarium, the Museum of Natural History, a terrarium,
a zoo, an alpineum, a small European-style Luna Park, a Children's Corner,
and other attractions. The waterfront promenade is lined by a string of
beach clubs offering a vibrant scene of rock, hip-hop, Bulgarian and American-style
pop, techno, and chalga. Hit one of the city beaches, also called sea baths,
dotted with hot sulphuric mineral water sources (used for spas, swimming
pools and public showers). |
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| Friday, Oct 3 - Odesa, Ukraine | |
.jpg) In
1991, after the collapse of Communism, Odesa became part of newly independent
Ukraine. Today Odesa is a city of more than 1 million people. The city's
industries include shipbuilding, oil refining, chemicals, metalworking and
food processing. Odesa is also a Ukrainian naval base and home to a fishing
fleet. It is also known for its huge outdoor market, the Seventh-Kilometer
Market, the biggest market of the kind in Europe. In the "Pearl of the Black
Sea" walk the famous Potemkin Steps and shop for lacquer boxes, matrioshka
dolls, and samovars. Admire the Pushkin Monument, tribute to the Russian
poet. |
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| Saturday, Oct 4 - Constanta, Romania | |
 The
city of Tomis, founded by the Greeks more than 2500 years ago, became Constanta
in the 6th century-renamed by Roman Emperor Constantine in honor of his
sister. Along with Roman civilization came a period of Byzantine art and
architecture. Later, the Turks were to dominate this lovely maritime hub,
but the last three centuries have seen exclusively Romanian rule and an
era of flourishing trade and commerce. The poet Ovid was banished to this
city by Caesar Augustus. Nearby is Bucharest. |
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| Sunday, Oct 5 - Daylight passing Bosporus & Istanbul | |
| Monday, Oct 6 - At Sea | |
| Tuesday, Oct 7 - Haifa (Tel Aviv), Israel | |
 From
this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young
Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount
of the Beautitudes and Tabgha. In Haifa, Israel's third largest city, explore
the terraced landscape and enjoy the rich variety of breathtaking panoramas
atop Mt. Carmel. Traditional, contemporary, sophisticated, and relaxed,
Haifa is a winning combination. Theaters, museums, cinemas, air-conditioned
shopping malls, and pearly beaches are all here. Don't miss the Bahá'í
World Centre, on Mt. Carmel's northern slope. Comprising the golden-domed
Shrine of the Báb, terraced gardens and administrative buildings,
the World Centre is the holiest site of pilgrimage for the members of the
Bahá'í Faith. |
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| Wednesday, Oct 8 - Limassol, Cyprus | |
 On
the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus.
A delicious place to sun-worship. Limassol Castle is where Richard the Lionhearted
married Queen Berengaria in 1191. Wizened lacemakers weave the traditions
of their ancestors into their detailed work. Limassol is renowned for its
long cultural tradition. A wide spectrum of activities and a great number
of museums and archaeological sites are available to the interested visitor.
The medieval castle is one of the nine castles of Cyprus and now serves
as a medieval museum. See the rocks where legend has it that Aphrodite was
born. |
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| Thursday, Oct 9 - Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt | |
 Founded
in 331 BC by Alexander the Great, Alexandria offers museums filled with
mummies, as well as access to the Pyramids and Sphinx. Cairo has a metropolitan
area population of officially about 16.1 million people. Cairo is the seventh
most populous metropolitan area in the world. Over the ages, and as far
back as seven thousand years, Egypt has stood the land where civilizations
have always met. The Pharaohs together with the Greeks and the Romans have
left their imprints here. An amazing city full of life and movement, Cairo
is busy with the noisy honking of horns, children playing in the streets,
and merchants selling their wears and services. Here you will find art galleries
and music halls, such as the Cairo Opera House, and some of the grandest
accommodations and restaurants in the world. There is also an incredible
selection of shopping, leisure, and nightlife activities. |
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| Friday, Oct 10 - At Sea | |
| Saturday, Oct 11 - Disembark in Piraeus (Athens), Greece | |
Be sure to plan an extended stay in Athens to enjoy the city and all it has to offer. See Holland America's Europe Video
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| THE SHIP |
ms Rotterdam |
Join ms Rotterdam, now enhanced by Holland America Line's Signature of Excellence initiative, as she explores the capitals and countrysides of Europe. Enjoy more dining choices including formal dinners, casual pool-side dining and 24-hour complimentary room service. Relax with a good book, knowing your kids are having a great and safe time in the Club HAL or youth facilities. Pause to admire another antique or work of art reflecting a theme of Dutch seafaring exploration. Toast your travel companions and new friends in one of six comfortable lounges; choose the Crow's Nest for panoramic views of an ocean sunset. Release all your stresses in the sauna, steam and body treatment rooms of the Greenhouse Spa and Salon. Try your luck in the casino. Blackjack, poker, roulette, dice tables and 112 slot machines are open for use when the ship is at sea. |
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See Holland America's videos: The Holland America Line Experience EXPLORE |
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| NW-WWT has a block of cabins for seminar participants. Once this block is sold, cabins are on availability only and may be at a higher rate, if available at all. Cruises sell out early. |
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| TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: To receive these discounted cruise fares you must book your cruise through Northwest-Worldwide Travel. Alissa, Connie, Jennifer, and Lisa have all of the information regarding the cruise and seminar and can make your cruise reservations. | |
| RESERVATIONS: Reservations will be secured and cabins assigned upon receipt of passenger deposit in the amount of $600 of the fare per person. Final payment as instructed by our travel agent. | |
| DISCOUNTED FARES: We have been able to negotiate a GREAT DISCOUNT for you on this luxurious cruise!! See reservation form for details. Discounted airfares are also available. Various promotional fares may also be available. ALWAYS CALL Alissa, Connie, Jennifer, or Lisa BEFORE BOOKING ANYWHERE ELSE. | |
| Register early to reserve your cabin on this cruise! | |
| Email us at info@nwas.com | |
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 and 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:
Discuss the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences - to
include but not be limited to advanced anatomy & 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 profession.
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.
Discuss 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.
Discuss the incorporating, into practice, 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.
Describe the new techniques in the clinical setting of the participant.
FACULTY
Steven J. Barker, PhD, MD
Professor and Head, Anesthesiology
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Tucson, Arizona
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
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.
Certificates will be mailed following completion of the course.
AANA approved for 20 CEC Code #30730 EXP DATE 10/06/2008
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.
COURSE CANCELLATION BY PROVIDER: We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason. In such case, a minimum of 60 days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS and NW-WWT are not responsible for any non-refundable airfare, cruise fare, accommodations, or other expenses you may incur. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
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.
FAP: (Frequent Attendee Points). FAP lets you accumulate points based on dollars spent with NWAS including net cruise & net hotel as well as tuition booked through NW-WWT (but not air). These points can later be redeemed for tuition. A great program to reward you for supporting NWAS! FAP is an especially valuable bonus when you book your cruises through NWAS. Not only do you receive the lowest fare, but you get a 1.5% credit toward future tuition!!
NWAS, Inc. is going Green! With over 8 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. If you prefer printed lecture notes, we will be happy to provide one to you for a nominal fee after the meeting.
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Fall
in love with the Mediterranean's golden light softening the colors of
centuries-old stone. Enjoy the Slavic countries and luxurious beaches
of the Black Sea and the wonders of Egypt and Istanbul. Visit Greece,
Turkey, Ukraine, Romania, Israel, Cyprus, and Egypt with Holland America.
The
sixth ship to bear the name, ms Rotterdam is the standard-bearer for Holland
America's Atlantic fleet of five-star cruise ships. Bestowed with an extra
measure of comfort, space and grandeur, ms Rotterdam ensures you the ultimate
onboard experience with her graceful combination of classic cruise ship
features and state-of-the-art amenities. Fine woods, exquisite art and
antiques, larger staterooms, a 24/7 Internet Center and a world-class
spa and fitness center are only a few of the features that set ms Rotterdam
apart.