Topics in Anesthesia - Leavenworth, Washington

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Leavenworth, Washington

Nestled in the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Leavenworth is well known for its Bavarian-themed downtown and mountainous surroundings reminiscent of the Alps. This picturesque village offers authentic German cuisine, locally brewed beers and wines, and quaint shopfronts whose folk paintings and flower boxes call you inside. Browse local glass art and wood crafts, Christmas ornaments and nutcrackers, or taste one of many German baked goods on display. Shocolat, Kris Kringl, and the Nussknacker invite you to enjoy the full Bavarian experience. If you're traveling with kids, the reindeer farm and produce markets will be a big hit.

Golfers have a wealth of choices of championship courses with the most beautiful of backdrops. For those who enjoy fishing, numerous species are within easy casting distance along the Wenatchee River. For cycling and mountain biking enthusiasts, Leavenworth is your paradise. If dirt's your thing, top-notch trails including Freund Canyon and the brand new For The Boys Trail up at Ski Hill can't be beat. A new Bike Pump Park at Enchantment Park boasts the only paved track on the West Coast.

Check out the Wiegand Alpine Coaster, climbing wall or mining sluice at Leavenworth Adventure Park. Enjoy a picnic lunch, kayak, SUP, or horseback ride at nearby Wenatchee Lake State Park, or check out unique finds at Plain Hardware in neighboring Plain, Washington. Zip from ridge to ridge via zipline up to 190 feet over the Beaver Creek Valley. Head southwest to find yourself on the Wenatchee River where hiking and biking trails wind along the banks, or jump into the brisk water with a tube. With sunshine, fresh mountain air, and beautiful scenery, Leavenworth is the perfect place for both indoor and outdoor fun!

Leavenworth is easily accessible via US Highway 2, and the drive through the Cascades has been voted as one of the most scenic drives in the States. Leavenworth is located approximately 140 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), 108 miles from Payne Field Airport (PAE), 108 from Tri-Cities Airport (PSC), 192 miles from Spokane International Airport (GEG), and 274 miles from Portland International Airport (PDX).

Icicle Village Resort

A welcoming and casual resort surrounded by breathtaking views of the Cascade Mountains with the bonus of having the Bavarian village of downtown Leavenworth about a 3-minute drive or 10-minute walk away. Icicle Village Resort provides an idyllic place to escape to enjoy the expansive outdoors, a rejuvenating spa, and a Northwest-inspired menu with Bavarian favorites in the restaurant. The resort provides all the comforts of home, including complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi, along with exceptional amenities like a heated pool, fitness center, outdoor resort activities, game room, mini-golf and more to help round out your stay.

The Alpine Spa offers treatments inspired by natural beauty sure to provide ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation. All guestrooms feature one king or two queen beds with pillow-top mattresses, a Keurig Coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, cable TV, hairdryer, telephone with free local calls, and complimentary toiletries. With Leavenworth's endless activities and a unique setting, guests come back year after year to make new memories.

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TARGET AUDIENCE

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 and other healthcare 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 comorbidities 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.

Note: Not all objectives apply to every program.

Topics in Anesthesia Leavenworth, Washington September 23-26, 2024
Monday, September 23
	0700	Registration - Mandatory Sign in
	0725	Welcome	NWAS Staff
	0730	Anesthesia for Trauma: The Basics	L.Clark
	0830	Cardiac Arrest Situations in the Perioperative Period	L.Clark
	0930	Break
	0945	Preventing Perioperative Neurological Injury	K.Domino
	1045	Anesthesia for Major Spine Surgery	K.Domino
	1145	Endocrinopathies and Anesthetic Implications	R.Finney
	1245	Adjourn

Tuesday, September 24
	0715	Registration - Mandatory Sign in
	0730	Anesthesia Crisis Resource Management Principles: Essential Non-Technical Skills for Safe Anesthesia	R.Finney
	0830	The Impact of Perioperative Adverse Events on Anesthesia Providers: The Second Victim Phenomenon	R.Finney
	0930	Break
	0945	Artificial Intelligence in Cars and Now for Anesthesia	L.Clark
	1045	Methadone: Not Just for Addiction - Now for the OR?	L.Clark
	1145	Perioperative Delirium: Etiology, Prevention, and Treatment	K.Domino
	1245	Adjourn

Wednesday, September 25
	0715	Registration - Mandatory Sign in
	0730	Controversies in Management of Intraoperative Blood Pressure	K.Domino
	0830	Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Perioperative Care	K.Domino
	0930	Break
	0945	Herbal Medicines: Trends and Anesthetic Implications	R.Finney
	1045	Anesthesia Anywhere: Non-Operating Room Anesthesia (NORA)	R.Finney
	1145	The Diabetic Patient: Oral Hypoglycemic Agents and the New Insulins	L.Clark
	1245	Adjourn

Thursday, September 26
	0715	Registration - Mandatory Sign in
	0730	Is It TAP, ES, EPi or PCA?	L.Clark
	0830	Keeping Up With Ketamine: A Review of New Uses	L.Clark
	0930	Break
	0945	Emotional Intelligence: Relevant to Anesthesia Professionals?	R.Finney
	1045	Recommendations From New ASA Guidelines	K.Domino
	1145	Avoiding Burnout and Finding Joy in the Workplace	K.Domino
	1245	Adjourn
		20 CME 20 Class A CE 8 Pharmacology Hours†
Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.
Rev. 7/6/24

FACULTY

Laura D. Clark, MD
Professor of Anesthesiology
Chairman of the Institutional Review Board
Director of Acute Pain and Regional Anesthesia
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky

Karen B. Domino, MD, MPH
Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Adjunct Professor of Neurological Surgery
University of Washington School of Medicine
Vice Chair for Clinical Research
Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
University of Washington
Staff Anesthesiologist
Harborview Medical Center and University of Washington School of Medicine
Seattle, Washington

Robyn Finney, APRN, CRNA, DNAP
Assistant Professor in Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care
Nurse Anesthesia Program Faculty
HELP Program Coordinator / SME
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota

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 Credit(s)™. 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 Anesthesiology™ (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 Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1043502; Expiration Date 09/26/2024.

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 1 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/NWS is an approved provider of the AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, KY, MI, MS, NH, NM, ND, SC, WV, and WY nursing boards. Provider number: 50-7480

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

This program offers 20 contact hours.

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

COURSE DIRECTOR

Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, LLC, Treasure Island, Florida, Medical Director, Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

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

COURSE CANCELLATION POLICY

No penalty if canceled by July 24, 2024. Cancellations between July 25, 2024, and August 24, 2024, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after August 24, 2024, are not eligible for a refund. However, 50% of the tuition paid can be applied toward tuition for another NWS/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.

FAP (Frequent Attendee Points)

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.

Lecture notes will be provided via download in PDF format.

You must sign-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.

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.

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