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7-Day Tahiti & French Polynesia Cruise
May 10-17, 2008

7-Day Tahiti & French Polynesia Cruise	Roundtrip Papeete, Tahiti
The mere mention of Tahiti inspires visions of a thousand swaying palm trees where the heady scent of vanilla fills the air, the hypnotic beat of Toere drums quickens the pulse, and schools of neon-colored fish light up crystalline, aqua blue waters. Welcome to the Eden-like splendor known as French Polynesia. Among these idyllic islands of soaring volcanic peaks, thundering waterfalls, and exotic black pearls, each new day is more perfect than the last. Here in the birthplace of surfing and tattoos, the waters are clear, the people are warm, and the colors are spectacular. Sandy islets called motus invite a castaway picnic. Ancient temples reveal the islands' rich culture and fascinating history. And bustling markets boast colorful batiks and the freshest passion fruit on earth. From the magic of Moorea with its dramatic cliffs and green hillsides to the coral-filled lagoons of breathtaking Bora Bora, the awe-inspiring beauty of each island is certain to remain forever in your memory.	Click for Interactive Map
Saturday, May 10 - Board ship in Papeete, Tahiti
Sometimes called the Island of Love, Tahiti is shrouded in legend and is the central character in many stories of travel, romance, and intrigue. Not all these stories are grounded in fact. Most notable is the common referral of the word "Tahiti" to represent all the islands of French Polynesia. This is incorrect. Tahiti is in fact the largest and most populated island of the 118 islands and atolls that comprise Polynesia and of course the most famous. Tahiti is French Polynesia's largest and most glamorous tropical island and home to its unique capital city of Papeete.
Sunday, May 11 - Raiatea, Society Islands
Raiatea is recognized throughout Tahiti as it's "Sacred Island"- the cultural heart of Tahiti Polynesia. The Island holds much fascinating history, legend, and lore, as well as Tahiti's most significant archeological sites. The surrounding waters are known the world over for their legendary scuba diving, sailing, yachting, and sportfishing opportunities. Both Islands are also inundated with Pearl Farms legendary for their superb quality, high aesthetic appeal, and value. Like all islands in French Polynesia, Raiatea & Taha'a are a water lovers paradise! These two Islands are surrounded by a pristine tropical ocean and share a wonderful lagoon in which a great many watersports are available for your enjoyment. Is it any wonder that many of Tahiti travelers come specifically for vacations with the warm and clear waters of the South Seas on their minds? Surf, swim, try out a wave runner, or see what kiteboarding is all about.
Monday, May 12 - Taha'a (Motu Mahana), Society Islands
Enclosed in a common lagoon with Raiatea and accessible only by boat, Taha'a produces about 80% of all vanilla in French Polynesia. Taha'a is the only island in the Society Islands that can be completely circled by ship inside the protected lagoon. With its many deep bays and small deserted motu on the reef, Taha'a is an ideal island to escape the 20th century. Here you can explore the reef and discover the beauty of its multicolored lagoon, enjoy a picnic on a deserted motu, or ride a 4X4 in the mountains and through the vanilla plantations to learn the mystery of these "orchids". With only a handful of guesthouses and two small hotels, Taha'a is slowly awakening to tourism and still maintains an authentic flavor of Polynesia. It is here on the private idyllic "Motu Mahana", on the reef that surrounds Taha'a, that Regent Seven Seas Cruises invites you for a day of relaxation, water sports and Polynesian hospitality.
Tuesday & Wednesday, May 13 & 14 - Bora Bora, Society Islands
Bora Bora is likely to be the single most famous island in the world. The legends, mysteries, and romance associated with the words "Bora Bora" bring an almost mystical presence to the island. It's true Bora Bora is indeed a wonderful place to vacation. Part of the allure has to be its almost unbelievable beauty. Two towering peaks of sheer black rock dominate the center of the island and make an impressive backdrop for an assortment of blue waters that will dazzle the eyes. Bora Bora's lagoon is its most treasured feature, and allows the traveler many opportunities to experience it in a variety of ways. Windsurf, jetski, scuba dive, swim, bask in its warmth...the list goes on. Bora Bora is truly an experience worth having. A wonderfully relaxing place to be as well as a great island for you to experience, your Bora Bora vacation will never be forgotten.
Thursday & Friday, May 15 & 16 - Moorea, Society Islands
Upon arrival to Moorea (pronounced MOE-oh-ray-ah) in the heart of French Polynesia, you will immediately be awestruck by it's natural beauty. Its jagged peaks, cloaked by lush greenery and encircled by the deep blue of the ocean and sky are everyone's dream of Polynesia. Many people have described Moorea as the most beautiful place on earth. Here, you'll find the real South Sea experience -- a casual, barefoot existence amidst white sand beaches and multi-hued lagoons surrounded by jagged mountains and volcanic spires that reach into the clouds, while below, valleys are blanketed with the colors that one only finds when tropical climates and rich, volcanic soils meet. In addition to its high and scenically dramatic interior mountains, Moorea is unique among the Society Islands in having magnificent expanses of both white and black sand beaches. It is no stretch to say that the beaches of Moorea Island can be rated among the worlds finest. Filled with Polynesian history and lore, Moorea is one of the most fascinating and completely relaxing places you could dream of vacationing. On a hilltop lookout high up in the interior mountains, between shark toothed Mount Rotui and towering Mount Tohivea, there is a view once reserved only for the gods. On one side lies exquisite Cook's Bay, and the other a deep and equally entrancing Opunohu Bay. Their waiting arms reach up to embrace you. Which way do you go? There is only one way to make the choice....come to Moorea and experience the magic!
Friday & Saturday, May 16 & 17 - Papeete, Tahiti
Disembark and prepare for your next cruise with Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Inc.
Click here to see how much fun we had in 2004 in Tahiti! Click here for more pictures
The Ship	Regent Seven Seas Paul Gauguin
What can I tell you about a Regent Seven Seas cruise in Tahiti? It's an experience that will spoil you for other vacations. It is romantic, luxurious, and liberating. It is all that and more. Here's how the cruise begins: you breeze past fruit and shell vendors down to the picturesque harbor in Papeete, in the middle of which sits a beautiful white ship, Regent Seven Seas Paul Gauguin. The Paul Gauguin was designed specifically for sailing French Polynesia year-round, offering an extension of the informal, relaxing environment of the islands, with Regent Seven Seas' interpretation of six-star service, comfort, and luxury. Spacious staterooms (50% with private verandas), a watersports marina, a choice of three single seating dining venues, and an extensive spa are among the six-star attributes. The atmosphere onboard radiates warmth and informality. A beloved troupe of Gauguines - part cruise staff, part entertainers, part storytellers, add the unique personality of French Polynesia to every cruise. The 1 to 1.5 service ratio assures you of the highest level of personal attention. You'll notice it in the way the Maitre d' remembers your name, in the extra personal attention you receive from the divemaster when you're learning to scuba, and in the warmth of your stewardess' "bonjour" as she places a perfect ripe mango in your fruit basket.
Activities The delightfully informal, unhurried and unregimented way of life of Polynesia is emulated on board. A visit to the ship's Fare Tahiti Gallery, featuring Polynesian art and artifacts, will introduce you to the islands' colorful heritage. The pool invites you to an early morning dip and since watersports are a highlight of the Polynesian experience, the Paul Gauguin was designed with a small size to allow it to navigate in shallow lagoons and narrow channels where larger ships may not sail. With the specially designed retractable watersports platform, guests may descend to sea level where they can conveniently hop aboard a windsurfer, launch a kayak, try a little waterskiing or set out for a SCUBA diving expedition. A scuba certification program is offered on board. Many outstanding shore excursions are offered, each designed to show off the best of Polynesia. Sailing into each magnificent lagoon, you'll explore every secret corner of Tahiti in absolute luxury. Teak decks warm the soles of your bare feet. A staff member, gracious yet unobtrusive, seems to magically appear with an ice-cold rum punch or an extra fluffy pillow just as you've thought of it. A perfectly prepared salmon fillet is whisked onto the linen cloth before you, followed by a heavenly crème brulèe, you toast your mutual exquisite taste in choosing this cruise, and each other.
A Series of Choices You can sleep late and enjoy breakfast in bed, but the warm breezes beckon and you eye a deserted cove nearby. Do everything, or do nothing at all. There is a variety of shipboard activities, water sports, spa treatments and optional shore excursions to suit every taste and ambition. Seize the day - there are no imposed rules or time constraints. The hours are flexible and vary daily according to each port of call. There is enough time for everything you want to do even if your day starts around noon. Massage and aromatherapy, shopping on board, a quick workout and sauna, preview a new movie, or take that long overdue afternoon nap.
Open Seating Dining Dinner is a casual, uncomplicated evening event. No pre-assigned dining. Dine when and with whom you wish; new friends you discovered scuba diving with or your spouse, who knows? If you choose to dine in, don a plush terry robe and call room service from the evening menu and wine list. After dinner visit the Signature Shop on board, or retreat to the Lounge for dancing to the contemporary sounds of the musical group. And when the day is done, and you return to the comfort of your ocean-view stateroom, your bed will be turned down with a chocolate and a copy of tomorrow's daily activities resting gently on your pillow.
The Paul Gauguin is unique among cruises these days
in that almost everything is included.
All-Inclusive Fares Include:
• All onboard gratuities
• Beverages including select wines and spirits served throughout the ship
• In-suite bar setup upon embarkation in butler suites
• Refrigerator stocked with soft drinks and bottled water replenished on a daily basis
• Butler service in Category B suites and above
• Choice of multiple open-seating dining venues
• iPod music system in all butler suites filled with a variety of music with Bose® speakers in top three suite categories
• WiFi hotspots
• 24-hour room service menu
• In-suite dining including selections from the main dining room during dinner hours
• In-suite movie channels and DVDs available
• 1:1.5 crew per guest ratio - among the highest at sea
Add all of these items and you will quickly see that a Tahiti Cruise on the Paul Gauguin is one of the best values in travel today. Take a tour of the Seven Seas Paul Gauguin Click here for more pictures Click here to see staterooms

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: To receive these discounted cruise fares you must book your cruise through Northwest-Worldwide Travel. Alissa, Connie, Jennifer, or 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 10% of 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.

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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 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
Hernando DeSoto, MD
Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
University of Florida
University Medical Center
Jacksonville, Florida

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 #30658 EXP DATE 05/16/2008

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 and net hotel as well as tuition (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!! To utilize FAP, you must have enough points to cover a full 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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