Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia Update

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Schedule

Las Vegas, Nevada
November 5 - 8, 2024

Monday, November 4

Optional EKG Interpretation Seminar Workshop*
- 0730
  
  Registration - Mandatory Sign In- Continental Breakfast
- 0755
  
  Welcome
  
  NWAS Staff
- 0800
  
  Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part I
  
  M.Kossick
- 0900
  
  Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part II
  
  M.Kossick
- 1000
  
  Break
- 1015
  
  Evidence-Based Guidelines for Diagnosing T Wave and ST Segment Changes
  
  M.Kossick
- 1115
  
  Decision Algorithm for EKG Lead Selection Including True Chest Leads versus Modified Chest Leads
  
  M.Kossick
- 1215
  
  Lunch (on your own)
- 1315
  
  Diagnostic Criteria for Myocardial Infarction
  
  M.Kossick
- 1415
  
  Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI
  
  M.Kossick
- 1515
  
  Break
- 1530
  
  Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Implications for Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
  
  M.Kossick
- 1630
  
  Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
  
  M.Kossick
- 1730
  
  Adjourn
8.00 CME / 8.00 CEC
8.00 Clinical Management?
refers to credit hours related to Clinical Management (subject to change)
/ 8.00 Patient Safety?
refers to credit hours related to Patient Safety (subject to change)

Tuesday, November 5

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0925

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0930

Aortic Stenosis and Anesthesia: Taming the Lion

S.Khoche
1030

Stress Dose Steroids Prior to Anesthesia: Clinical Update

S.Khoche
1130

Break
1145

Newer Drugs in the Cardiothoracic Anesthesia World

S.Khoche
1245

Vasoplegia After CPB: Recognition and Solutions

S.Khoche
1345

Glycemic Control and Cardiac Procedures

S.Khoche
1445

Adjourn

Wednesday, November 6

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

Iatrogenic Airway Injury: What Next?

S.Khoche
1030

Out of OR Cardiac Anesthesia

S.Khoche
1130

Break
1145

Preoperative Cardiac Risk Reduction

A.Wallace
1245

Pacemakers Made Ridiculously Simple

A.Wallace
1345

Autonomic Physiology and Medications to Manage It

A.Wallace
1445

Adjourn

Thursday, November 7

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

Hemodynamic Monitoring: Physiologic Basis and Practical Applications

A.Wallace
1030

Goal-Directed Therapy and Cardiac Output Monitors

A.Wallace
1130

Break
1145

Recognition and Management of Anaphylaxis Under Anesthesia

R.Ing
1245

Anesthesia for Adults With Congenital Heart Disease

R.Ing
1345

The Failing Fontan Circulation: Implications for Cardiac and Noncardiac Surgery

R.Ing
1445

Adjourn

Friday, November 8

0900

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0930

Inotropic Therapy: Clinical Update

A.Wallace
1030

Coagulopathy and Cardiac Surgery

A.Wallace
1130

Break
1145

Perioperative Anemia: How Low Can We Go?

R.Ing
1245

Hypotension Under General Anesthesia: How Low Is Too Low for Cardiac and Noncardiac Surgery?

R.Ing
1345

Clinical Implications of Hyperlactemia and Metabolic Acidosis in Perioperative Cardiac Surgical Practice

R.Ing
1445

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
7.80 Pharmacology? / 12.20 Clinical Management? / 20.00 Patient Safety?

*Separate tuition and schedule applies.

Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.

Faculty

Richard J. Ing, MBBCh, FCA(SA)

Professor, Children's Hospital Colorado
University of Colorado Health Science Center
Department of Anesthesiology
Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora, Colorado

Swapnil Khoche, MBBS, DNB, FCARCSI

Clinical Professor
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, California

Arthur Wallace, MD, PhD

Professor of Anesthesiology
University of California San Francisco
Chief of Anesthesia
San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System
San Francisco, California

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada

Welcome to Vegas! A land of grandiose hotels, casino gaming, excitement, and luxury. If you can bet on it, you’ll find it here. Comedy and music legends, six resident Cirque du Soleil productions, classic Las Vegas showgirl revues, and more are here for your pleasure. From elaborately themed clubs to the new wave of upscale “ultra lounges,” you can experience a variety of night spots. For the golf aficionado, the sixty-plus golf courses in Las Vegas, designed by top golf pros, have put Vegas on the map. Popular courses include Topgolf Las Vegas, Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort, Bali Hai Golf Club, TPC Las Vegas, and Royal Links Golf Club.

If you want to unwind, Las Vegas offers the most luxurious and varied spa experiences and pools to be found anywhere. Wherever you choose to relax, stress doesn’t stand a chance. Afterward, stop by the Bellagio for a superb Botanical Garden experience where radiant colors dance in creative flower displays that will captivate young and old. Las Vegas has become one of the premium world-class shopping destinations in the country with specialty stores sporting Prada, Gucci, Dior, Chanel, Jimmy Choo and so much more. Budget-minded shoppers will delight in the outlet malls both north and south of downtown, easily accessed by bus.

Trade dazzling city lights and crowds for the serenity of Red Rock Canyon. Break a sweat with scenic hiking across Moenkopi Loop, Calico Hills, Turtlehead Peak, and more. Keep your eyes open for Triassic fossils, various desert flora, and wildlife. Travelers can also venture out to see nearby Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, or the Grand Canyon.

Accommodations

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Looking for Luxury on the Las Vegas Strip? Then look no further than the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. This non-gaming, non-smoking hotel offers guests a relaxing reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the Strip. Here, guests will find extraordinary experiences - from the award-winning spa, fitness center with yoga and pilates studio, to exquisite dining with stunning views and inventive cocktails at the Hotel Bar. Don't miss the fresh, seasonal American cuisine at the Zen Kitchen, or experience a classic English Afternoon Tea in the stylish Tea Lounge on the 23rd floor. Retreat to the eighth-floor pool deck and enjoy refreshments at the Pool Cafe or a cool drink from the pool bar. When you are ready to get back into the action, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas' convenient location near the entrance to ARIA Resort & Casino and The Shops at Crystals provides guests unfettered access to the best of the Strip's dining, shopping, gaming and entertainment.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas City View rooms are approximately 500 square feet and feature 1 king or 2 double beds (based on hotel availability), floor-to-ceiling windows, spa-like bathroom with large soaking tub and stand-alone shower, walk-in wardrobe, and valet closet. Other amenities include mini bar, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, iron/board, robes/slippers, and much more.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is located approximately 3 miles from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), formerly known as McCarran Airport. Valet parking is approximately $35 a day with in/out privileges. Self-parking is not available. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

Rooms starting at

USD 369 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

External Booking Url
https://book.passkey.com/go/1CVTA

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
3752 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89158

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through October 3, 2024 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first. After October 3, 2024 any changes to existing room reservations (names, dates, etc.) will be accepted based upon space and rate availability. Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link.

*Limited rooms for Friday and Saturday night*

City View King beds are sold out the night of the November 8th .

Group rates will be subject to the prevailing room tax, which is currently 13.38% and a reduced *daily resort fee of $35 plus 13.38% tax for those who book their room through NWAS/NWWT only (otherwise it's approximately $45 plus tax, per room, per night). The resort fee and tax are both subject to change.

*Daily Resort fee includes:
• Guestroom Internet Access (excludes meeting rooms)
• Fitness Club Access
• Pre-scheduled Fitness and Yoga Classes
• Luxury House Car Service (based upon availability & within 1 mile radius)
• Notary Service (up to 2 documents daily)
• Local and Toll Free Calls

PARKING: Valet parking available $35 a day in/out parking. Self parking is unavailable. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

Space is limited in our group room block.
Once this block is sold, rooms are on availability only and may be at a higher rate.
A portion of the room rate is used to provide refreshments during the meeting for participants only.
Room rates per night unless otherwise noted.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Early departure, late check out and no show fees may apply.
Please review your reservation for accuracy.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.

Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link.

Rooms starting at
$369 per night

CANCELLATIONS

Guest room cancellations accepted by hotel without penalty until 3 days prior to arrival. Cancellations received by hotel inside 3 days of arrival will be charged for 1 night's stay plus tax. Early departure fees apply. If you depart the hotel prior to your confirmed departure date, a fee of 1 night's stay plus tax will apply. If you are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty for your entire reserved stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night's stay and tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.

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 Credits™. 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 AnesthesiologyTM (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 hours Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1044200; Expiration Date 11/08/2024
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 I 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 is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480). This program offers 20 contact hours.

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

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

Who Should Attend?

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 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 co-morbidities 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.

Medical Director

Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

MD/DO

$ 1075 Late Registration Fee

$ 275 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 1025 Late Registration Fee

$ 265 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 925 Late Registration Fee

$ 240 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 September 6th, 2024 to October 6th, 2024 . No refund after October 6th, 2024; however, 50% of tuition paid may be applied toward tuition for another NWAS program within the next 12 months. Cancellation must be made in writing.

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.

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.

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

Frequent Attendee Points (FAP)

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.