Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
PHARMACOLOGY IN ANESTHESIA
Yosemite National Park, California
September 22-26, 2008
Northwest Anesthesia
Seminars, Inc.
Continuing Education for the Medical Professional
Presents
PHARMACOLOGY IN ANESTHESIA
Yosemite National Park, California
September 22-26, 2008
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| LOCATION: |
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA |
| Yosemite embraces a spectacular tract of the Sierra Nevada, which was set aside as a national park in 1890. As the crown jewel of the National Park system, Yosemite has been an unforgettable scenic wonder and vacation destination for over one hundred years. Here are sheer walls of granite, numerous waterfalls, towering Sequoias and a ceramic blue sky. This is the place where visitors choose to come for relaxation, inspiration and adventure. Yosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep, and just a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome is perhaps the most recognized symbol of Yosemite, rising over 4,000 feet above the Valley floor. Most people agree that the vista views of the high country and Yosemite Valley, including Half Dome and three waterfalls, are the most spectacular in the park. This is home to a variety of animals, though they're not always easy to find. Find a quiet spot during early morning or early evening and you may catch a glimpse of wildlife in action, including bear, raccoon, coyote and deer. With museums, historic buildings and cemeteries, Yosemite National Park is rich in cultural history. Far from city lights, the dark night sky is kept bright by the countless stars. Take your pick of over 150 activities such as hiking, horseback riding, wagon safari, jeep tours, fishing, swimming, painting, photography, cross country, trail and downhill mountain biking, mountain climbing, wall climbing, logging train rides, white water rafting, bird watching, shopping, spa treatments or panning for gold. | |
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Rock Formations: Yosemite Valley, about 3,000 feet deep and just
a mile or two wide, is known for its landmark rock formations. Half Dome
is perhaps the most recognized symbol of Yosemite. Rising over 4,000 feet
above the Valley floor, it is one of the most sought-after landmarks in
Yosemite. Some people even hike or rock climb to the top. El Capitan is
a favorite for experienced rock climbers. Rising almost 3,000 feet above
the Valley floor, it is the largest monolith of granite in the world. Cathedral
Rocks and Spires form the eastern side of the canyon through which Bridalveil
Creek flows. The Three Brothers are located just east of El Capitan. Sentinel
Rock, like a sentry, overlooks Yosemite Valley, along the opposite side
of the valley from Yosemite Falls. Vistas: Glacier Point, some would say, is the most spectacular vista anywhere. Most people agree that its views of the high country and breathtaking views of Yosemite Valley, including Half Dome and three waterfalls, are the most spectacular in the park. Tunnel View is one of the most famous views of Yosemite Valley. The Cascades vista, along the El Portal Road provides a great view of The Cascades waterfall. Yosemite Valley is full of vistas, including Bridalveil Meadow, which has views of both Bridalveil Fall and El Capitan. Giant Sequoias: Massive and ancient giant sequoias live in three groves in Yosemite National Park. The most easily accessible of these is the Mariposa Grove. Two smaller and less visited groves are the Tuolumne and Merced Groves near Crane Flat. Wildlife: Yosemite is home to a variety of animals, though they're not always easy to find. Find a quiet spot during early morning or early evening and you may catch a glimpse of wildlife in action including bear, racoon, coyote and deer. Stars: Far from city lights, Yosemite has a dark sky, kept bright by the countless stars visible. Some believe Glacier Point to be the premiere stargazing spot in Yosemite. |
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TENAYA LODGE |
PARK ENTRY FEE: The National Parks Pass is an annual pass that provides admission to any national park charging an entrance fee. The pass costs $50 and is valid for one full year from first use in a park. The pass admits the pass owner and any accompanying passengers in a private vehicle if a park has a per vehicle entrance fee. Where a per person entrance fee is charged, the National Parks Pass admits the pass owner, spouse, children and parents. |
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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:
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
Anthony L. Kovac, MD
Kasumi Arakawa Professor of Anesthesiology
Vice Chair, Research
Department of Anesthesiology
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas
John Carl Sanders, MD, FRCA, MB BS, BA,
MA
Staff Anesthesiologist, Shriner's Children's Hospital
Adjunct Associate Professor
Department of Anesthesiology University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
and University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
C.F. Ward, MD
Staff Anesthesiologist
Scripps Clinic, Green Hospital
La Jolla, California
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 #30731 EXP DATE 09/26/2008
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 full refund of tuition paid. NWAS and NW-WWT are not responsible for any non-refundable airfare, hotel accommodations or other liabilities you may have incurred. Travel insurance is recommended.
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 future tuition. A great program to reward you for supporting NWAS! You must have enough points to cover a full tuition.
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, Inc. is going green! The environment takes a heavy hit with our syllabus: Over 8 tons of paper, toner cartridges and shipping. We want to do our part to help. Therefore as of January 1, 2008, NWAS will replace the printed course syllabus for our seminars with a CD containing the lectures in PDF format, making it easier for participants to search for items of interest at home. If you would prefer to receive a printed syllabus after returning home, we will be happy to provide one to you for a nominal fee.
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Just
a few minutes from the south entrance to the park, Tenaya Lodge offers
a scenic and tranquil setting, delightful restaurants, and a top notch
spa to massage away the aches and pains from a day of hiking the waterfalls,
biking the trails, or rafting the river. The Lodge's expert activities
staff and Guest Experience Center can book you into a variety of alpine
activities. Built in 1990 and completely renovated in 2006, Tenaya Lodge
has a prestigious AAA Four-Diamond rating. Each of the guest rooms has
a mountain lodge feeling with luxurious down bedding, individual climate
control, wireless Internet access (fee may apply), coffee maker, iron/board,
hair dryer, cable TV, and safe. There are both indoor and outdoor pools
as well as a fitness center and spa services. From the grand lobby to
the graciously appointed guest rooms, you'll find the best national park
experience during your stay.