Locations
Nashville, Tennessee
Travel & Leisure Magazine recently named Nashville “America’s Friendliest City” – Come see why! Local museums offer everything from education on the Civil War to county star couture, such as Faith Hill’s dress, to priceless art such as Picasso and Warhol; there’s something for everyone in Music City. Take a tour of a historic home, or take in a comedy while enjoying dinner with your date. Do you like the nightlife? You’ve come to the right place because the “stars” come out at night. Hear blues, rock, country, gospel, jazz, or contemporary Christian. Only in Nashville can you step into a honky tonk on Broadway, look around and see famous faces. Throughout the city, small dives hidden away from the limelight showcase Nashville’s true legends – songwriters.
Every night the music scene in Nashville is vibrant and contagious. Fans rush to get a seat in the clubs while the latecomers crowd the walls and dance floors. By late evening, the clubs are alive and rocking, and there are still many hours left before the clubs close. Let Chopin and Mozart carry you away as you watch the Nashville Ballet or listen to the Grammy-nominated Nashville Symphony. Take in a performance of the Nashville Opera or enjoy an off-Broadway performance at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Beyond the great sounds is shopping. Posh boutiques, guitar stores filled with instruments, chic clothing and fashionable shops – Nashville’s shopping scene covers the gamut in style and appeal.
When hunger strikes, Nashville’s plate has many unique options to tempt your taste buds. Known for “meat and threes” and zesty barbecue, Nashville also specializes in New Southern and Southern fusion, a blend of down-home cooking and uptown dining. Are you asking yourself what makes Nashville family-friendly? Then think no further. Explore the Adventure Science Center, Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art, Fort Nashborough, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, or Valley Amusement Park. For the sports fan, Nashville boasts three professional sports teams as well as Busch and Indy series car racing. Nashville is surrounded by lush, rolling hills and sparkling blue lakes. Walk 18 holes on Nashville’s five resort courses or eight public golf courses. Ride amusement park rides or slide down Tennessee’s largest waterslides. Rent a jet ski for the day or just cruise upon the world’s largest showboat. When it’s time to unwind, enjoy a day of pampering and relaxation at one of many great day spas.
Hilton Nashville Downtown
Stay in the heart of ‘Music City’ at Hilton Nashville Downtown. You’ll be treated to true Southern hospitality and premier accommodations. Dine in style at four on-site restaurants. You’ll relish the hotel’s central location in the midst of all there is to see and do in Nashville. Explore the history of country music, catch live performances and take in all the sights and sounds of the entertainment district, all nearby. Celebrate all things country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Hilton Nashville Downtown is an all-suite hotel. Each suite has 1 king bed or 2 double beds (based on availability), plus a sofa sleeper in a separate parlor area with a chair and ottoman. Suites also feature amenities such as a coffeemaker, mini-refrigerator, two flat screen HDTVs, personal work station, iron/board, hairdryer, safe and more.
The Hilton Nashville Downtown is located approximately 7 miles from the Nashville International Airport (BNA). Hotel Parking is $40 daily or event parking fee, and a $50 overnight parking fee for self-parking in the underground garage. Self-parking does not have in-and-out privileges. Valet parking is $50 overnight and has in-and-out privileges. Parking charges are subject to change without notice.
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 |
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Tuesday, May 13 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0725 | Welcome | NWAS Staff | ||
| 0730 | Anemia vs. RBC Transfusion in Surgery: Is There a Lesser Evil? | J.Raphael | ||
| 0830 | POC Testing and Transfusion Algorithms: Not Just for Academic Hospitals | J.Raphael | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Preparing Children for the Operating Room: What Are the Current Practices? | A.Adler | ||
| 1045 | Review of Pediatric Anesthesia: From Premeds to Emergence Delirium | A.Adler | ||
| 1145 | The Opioid Epidemic and the Anesthesia: How Much Is Too Little? | A.Adler | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, May 14 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | The Backbone of Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics | J.Steege | ||
| 0830 | ERAS for Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: Let’s Talk About Pharmacology and
Physiology |
J.Steege | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Novel Factor Concentrates and Their Use in Perioperative Bleeding | J.Raphael | ||
| 1045 | Management of Patients Taking NOACS or DAPT | J.Raphael | ||
| 1145 | Perioperative Management of Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension and RV Failure | J.Raphael | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Thursday, May 15 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | OSA and Pediatric Anesthesia: From Diagnosis to Discharge | A.Adler | ||
| 0830 | Point-of-Care Ultrasound for the Anesthesia Provider: Uses, Pitfalls and Future Directions | A.Adler | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Airway Management Review | J.Steege | ||
| 1045 | Anesthesia Crisis Diagnosis and Management | J.Steege | ||
| 1145 | Improving Outcomes for Intraperitoneal Malignancies: HIPEC (Hyperthermic
Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) |
J.Steege | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Friday, May 16 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | When Transfusion Is Not an Option: How to Manage Patients Who Cannot/Refuse a Blood Transfusion | J.Raphael | ||
| 0830 | Perioperative Management of Patients With LVAD Presenting for Noncardiac Procedures | J.Raphael | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Burnout: How Much More Can We Take? | J.Steege | ||
| 1045 | Pediatric Anesthesia and Neurodevelopment: Long-Term Impact of Our Drugs | A.Adler | ||
| 1145 | Caudal Blocks and Kids: What You Need to Know | A.Adler | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 Class A CE 7.1 Pharmacology Hours† |
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| Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
| Rev. 6/14/24 | ||||
FACULTY
Adam C. Adler, MS, MD, FAAP, FASE
Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas
Jacob Raphael, MD, FAHA
Professor of Anesthesiology
Director of Clinical Research
Department of Anesthesiology
Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jenna Steege, CRNA, DNAP
Associate Program Director
Core Faculty Member
Clinical Instructor / Primary Preceptor
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Mayo School of Health Sciences
Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program
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 1044652; Expiration Date 05/16/2025.
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 March 13, 2025. Cancellations between March 14, 2025, and April 13, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after April 13, 2025, 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.