Current Anesthesia Practice

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Hilton Reykjavík Nordica

Schedule

Reykjavik, Iceland
September 1 - 5, 2025

Monday, September 1

0730

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0755

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0800

What’s New in Perioperative Fluid Resuscitation and Volume Management?

J.Szalados
0900

Anticoagulation and Coagulation Dilemmas in Anesthesia: A Practical Approach

J.Szalados
1000

Break
1015

A Mother’s Broken Heart: Obstetric Anesthesia in Heart Disease

H.de Soto
1115

HELLP! How to Keep Moms With Preeclampsia Safe

H.de Soto
1215

Clinical Application of a Short-Acting Opioid

T.Egan
1315

Adjourn

Tuesday, September 2

0745

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0800

The Clinical Pharmacology of Intravenous Anesthetics in Obese Patients: How Do I Set the Pump?

T.Egan
0900

Are Opioids Indispensable for General Anesthesia?

T.Egan
1000

Break
1015

Trauma Resuscitation: Avoiding the Triad of Death

J.Szalados
1115

Crystalloids versus Colloids: The Debate Lingers - Where Is the Data?

J.Szalados
1215

The Pregnant Patient for Non-Obstetric Surgery

H.de Soto
1315

Adjourn

Wednesday, September 3 - Day Open

Thursday, September 4

0745

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0800

Postpartum Hemorrhage: How to Prepare for It and How to Prevent It

H.de Soto
0900

I Don’t Do Kids: Managing Pediatric Disease in the Adult Patient

H.de Soto
1000

Break
1015

Total Intravenous Anesthesia: Theoretical Foundation and Practical Considerations

T.Egan
1115

Intraoperative Awareness: Is It a Problem? What Can We Do About It?

T.Egan
1215

What AI Knows: How Artificial Intelligence Will Change Our Practice

J.Szalados
1315

Adjourn

Friday, September 5

0745

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0800

Life in the Digital Age: New and Evolving Risks to You and Your Family in Everyday Technology

J.Szalados
0900

Electronic Distraction in the Operating Room: Legal Implications

J.Szalados
1000

Break
1015

What if the Patient's Bleeding to Death? The Influence of Hemorrhagic Shock on the Disposition and Effect of Intravenous Anesthetics

T.Egan
1115

Allergy and Anaphylaxis

H.de Soto
1215

Challenges in the PACU

H.de Soto
1315

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
11.00 Pharmacology? / 9.00 Clinical Management? / 2.00 Controlled Substances? / 2.00 Trauma? / 20.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Hernando de Soto, MD

Chief of Anesthesia, University of Florida Proton Institute
Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia and Airway Services
University of Florida Health Hospital
Jacksonville, Florida

Talmage D. Egan, MD

Professor and Chair
KC Wong Presidential Endowed Professorship, Department of Anesthesiology
Adjunct Professor in Departments of Neurosurgery, Bioengineering, and Pharmaceutics
University of Utah School of Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah

James Emery Szalados, MD, JD, MBA, MHA, FACHE, FCCP, FCCM, FCLM, FNCS

Attorney and Counselor at Law
The Szalados Law Firm, Hilton, NY
Director, Surgical Critical Care and Surgical / Trauma Intensive Care Unit
Director, Neurocritical Program and Neurocritical Care Unit
Rochester Regional Health System and Rochester General Hospital
Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology, University of Rochester
Adjunct Clinical Professor, Physician Assistant Program
Rochester Institute of Technology
Adjunct Clinical Professor of Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Erie, Pennsylvania

Location

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavík is the gateway to Iceland. A young-at-heart city with a long history, encircled by mountains and sea, it lies just minutes away from a magnificent unspoiled landscape thrown up and shaped by the energy of the earth. Whether you are looking for the excitement of a capital city or a quiet break in breathtaking scenery, Reykjavík has everything you could possibly want. This is an adventure playground of boiling mud pools, spurting geysers, glaciers, and waterfalls. Iceland is the least densely populated country in Europe, with a pure, unpolluted, and truly magical landscape.

In late spring, days lengthen until midsummer, when the sun dips down to the horizon but never sets. The magnificent countryside that surrounds the city also makes Reykjavík unique and provides the adventurous tourist with a wide variety of things to do. Salmon fishing, midnight golf, sailing, climbing, glacier trekking, horse riding, and whale watching are all within easy reach of the capital and can easily fit into a day trip so that you can be back in the city in time for dinner.

Reykjavík has a buzzing art scene and offers a diverse range of cultural happenings and dynamic grassroots activities. It seems that the creative energy of the people living here knows no boundaries; painting, sculptures, photography, and ceramics; everywhere you look small galleries and exhibition halls are filled with beautiful artwork. Icelandic musicians are first class and many of them have already attained international fame such as Björk, Mezzoforte, Sigurros, and Of Monsters and Men.

Iceland’s fashion industry is booming and young Icelandic designers have caught the attention of fashionistas in London, Paris, and New York. Hand-made clothes and accessories, some made of fish roe leather, and jewelry the likes of which are not available anywhere else.

Take a walk along Laugavegur, the main shopping street to take in the numerous boutiques, designer shops, and art galleries that offer distinctive gifts for friends back home. When night falls, the boisterous nightlife begins. The many bars and clubs in the center are filled with life all weekend as jovial people horde into town for merrymaking. Iceland is easily accessible.

Situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean midway between Europe and North America with a high frequency of flights to and from the country, Iceland is easy to reach.

Accommodations

Hilton Reykjavík Nordica

Set in the city center, the stylish Hilton Reykjavík Nordica hotel is one of the city’s most popular destinations for tourists, business travelers, and locals alike. The hotel's central location provides a great base from which to discover the capital, and makes it easy to travel further afield and explore Iceland’s unspoiled natural landscapes. Enjoy Hilton style, service, and quality, with the comfort and amenities you expect, and the extras you deserve. Unwind with a rejuvenating spa treatment followed by time in the sauna or hot tubs (fees apply) or stay on track with a rigorous workout in the fitness center. Later on, wine and dine at the open kitchen-style restaurant VOX restaurant and bar for contemporary Icelandic and Scandinavian cuisine.

Guest rooms are bright and spacious, offering large, opening windows, work area, complimentary Wi-Fi, and LCD TV.

Hilton Reykjavík Nordica is located approximately 29 miles from the Keflavík International Airport (KEF).

From

USD 51,700 ISK per night

Accommodation Rates and Details

External Booking Url
https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=KEFHFHI&arrivalDate=2025-08-29&departureDate=2025-09-07&groupCode=GANES&room1NumAdults=1

Hilton Reykjavík Nordica
Sudurlandsbraut 2
Reykjavik, 108, Iceland

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through July 30, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first. Hotel sells out months in advance and rooms for the weekends are extremely limited, so plan accordingly.

Group room rates are based on number of people in room, per night and are quoted in ISK. Group room rates include 11% VAT, other taxes, daily breakfast, gym access, and Wi-Fi access (excludes meeting room). VAT and other taxes are subject to change without notice.

Children age 12 and under share with parents with existing bedding for no additional fee.
Max occupancy in Hilton Twin Executive Room is 3 people. All other guest rooms, max occupancy 2 people.
Rollaway beds only allowed in Hilton Twin Executive Plus rooms, based on availability; Fees apply.
Please note that breakfast will NOT be served at this meeting. Breakfast is included in the guest room rate at the hotel's restaurant for those that book via NWAS only.
Check-in time 3pm, check-out 11am. Early check-in/late check-out may not be available and fees may apply.

Please note that breakfast will NOT be served at this meeting. Breakfast is included in the guest room rate at the hotel's restaurant for those that book via NWAS only.

PARKING: Self-parking at the hotel is complimentary. Valet parking is not available. Parking fees are 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.
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.
Please verify total reservation costs, including resort fees, taxes, and any other mandatory charges when making your reservation on the hotel's group reservation link.

Rooms starting at
$51,700 ISK per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for deposit at the time of booking to reserve your room. Checks are not accepted for reservations due to exchange rates.

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

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted by hotel without penalty until 4PM GMT, 48 hours prior to arrival date. Cancellations received by the hotel after 4pm GMT inside 48 hours of arrival will be charged for their entire reserved stay. No shows and early departures will be charged for their entire reserved stay. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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 1044439; Expiration Date 09/05/2025
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 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: AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, KY, NH, SC, WV, and WY (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

$ 1000 Early Registration Fee

$ 1050 Regular Registration Fee

$ 1075 Late Registration Fee

$ 275 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 950 Early Registration Fee

$ 1000 Regular Registration Fee

$ 1025 Late Registration Fee

$ 265 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 850 Early Registration Fee

$ 900 Regular Registration Fee

$ 925 Late Registration Fee

$ 240 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 July 3rd, 2025 to August 2nd, 2025 . No refund after August 2nd, 2025; 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. No tuition credit or refund will be issued for attendees that are no-shows for the program.

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/log 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.