Current Topics in Anesthesia

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
April 14 - 19, 2024

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This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Beaches Resort and Spa

Schedule

Current Topics in Anesthesia

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
April 14 - 19, 2024

Sunday, April 14
  • 0730
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0755
    Welcome
    NWAS Staff
  • 0800
    Preoperative Evaluation of the Pediatric Patient
    M.Brockel
  • 0900
    Pediatric Airway Management
    M.Brockel
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    The Backbone of Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
    J.Steege
  • 1115
    A Framework for Safe Office-Based Anesthesia
    D.Lin
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Monday, April 15
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Seven Habits for Highly Safe Anesthesiologists and Anesthetists to Keep Out of Trouble Part I
    D.Lin
  • 0900
    Seven Habits for Highly Safe Anesthesiologists and Anesthetists to Keep Out of Trouble Part II
    D.Lin
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Preoperative Anxiety and Emergence Agitation in Children
    M.Brockel
  • 1115
    Improving Outcomes for Intraperitoneal Malignancies: HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
    J.Steege
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Tuesday, April 16
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    ERAS for Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: Let's Talk About Pharmacology and Physiology
    J.Steege
  • 0900
    Remimazolam: How Does It Compare?
    J.Steege
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Checklists: the Good, the Bad and the Preventably Ugly
    D.Lin
  • 1115
    Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Tonsillectomies in Children
    M.Brockel
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Wednesday, April 17 - Day Open
Thursday, April 18
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Pediatric Foreign Bodies
    M.Brockel
  • 0900
    PBLD: Pediatric Case Discussions
    M.Brockel
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Burnout: How Much More Can We Take?
    J.Steege
  • 1115
    Workplace Violence Hijacking Performance: What to Do About It
    D.Lin
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Friday, April 19
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Dialog and Disclosure: In the Eyes of the Patient Part I
    D.Lin
  • 0900
    Dialog and Disclosure: In the Eyes of the Patient Part II
    D.Lin
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Coagulation: From Disorders to Drugs
    J.Steege
  • 1115
    Pediatric Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
    M.Brockel
  • 1215
    Adjourn

Faculty

Megan A. Brockel, MD

Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology
University of Colorado
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora, Colorado

Della Ming Lin, MD

Senior Fellow, Estes Park Institute
Patient Safety Leadership Fellow and Faculty, HRET
Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Board of Directors
Past Department Chief, Anesthesiology
Queen's Medical Center
Honolulu, Hawaii

Jenna Steege, CRNA, DNP

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

Location

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Providenciales, often called Provo, is one of seven inhabited islands in the 40-island chain, Turks and Caicos, which forms the southeast tip of the Bahamas. This heavenly, 38-mile-long island set in crystal turquoise waters boasts a 14-mile-long white sand beach and provides spectacular scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities. Beautiful tropical fish flow in schools across the reef; eagle rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins, and manta rays are seen with some regularity in these waters. These dive sites are pristine, many seeming to be untouched by man. However, there is one creature in these waters who seems to prefer the company of humans. Jojo the Dolphin regularly leaves his comrades at sea to join the swimmers in Grace Bay.

Is there anything for the non-diver? Aside from the unsurpassed opportunity to relax and enjoy the warmth of the sun, breathe the pure air, and walk the sugar beach, Provo hosts the only 18-hole golf course in Turks and Caicos. Windsurf, yacht, fish, play tennis, work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center, or bicycle. Take a drive, tour by scooter, or hop a chartered boat or flight to some of the uninhabited islands for beachcombing “par excellence,” or explore the artifacts and buildings of an old sisal and salt industry. Enjoy varied cuisine and meet new friends in a variety of nightclubs.

Accommodations

Beaches Resort and Spa

Just two hours from Miami, Beaches Resort and Spa is nestled amid groves of palms and tropical foliage that fronts a 12-mile stretch of pristine beach. For everyone who has ever dreamed of getting away from it all and finding a tropical hideaway far removed from all the hustle, bustle, fuss and muss of modern life—Turks & Caicos is that rarest of discoveries, a true island escape.

Experience a one-of-a-kind, unbelievably exciting Beaches all-inclusive Turks & Caicos vacation for the whole family! Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort was named "Winner of 2021 Top Resorts in the Atlantic" by Condé Nast Traveler's Annual Readers’ Choice and "Best for Families: Readers' Choice" by Islands Magazine All Inclusive Awards 2020. This amazing resort features a 45,000 square-foot waterpark, 21 gourmet restaurants, a 12-mile beach lapped by clear turquoise waters, and 10 impressive pools. There are endless fun activities for everyone from tots to tweens and teens, featuring Sesame Street® characters, an Xbox Play Lounge and a sizzlin' teen disco—all located on Grace Bay, voted 2020's World’s #1 Best Beach by TripAdvisor Travelers.

Pamper yourself with a soul-and body-renewing treatment at the heavenly Red Lane® Spa. Surrender to the sunshine in your chaise lounge drawn right up to the Caribbean Sea or be active. Every water sport imaginable is included along with top-of-the-line equipment and professional instruction. Beaches includes a full range of water sports like kayaks, windsurfing, hydrobikes, PADI® Certified scuba driving*, snorkeling, Hobie Cats, paddles boards, and much more. Splash, swim and sip the day away with new friends at a sparkling swim-up pool bar. For kids and kids at heart, Pirates Island Waterpark at Beaches Turks & Caicos is a fantasy world filled with gigantic waterslides, kid-friendly pools and swim-up soda bars. There are also water cannons, whirlpools and lazy river journeys, as well as the SurfStream® Surf Simulator. From the sands to the courts, Beaches includes unlimited land sports so there are no limits to what you can play. And don't forget about the numerous entertainment and nightlife options providing fun for all ages! Have the time of your life at Beaches and experience your very own playground in the heart of the gorgeous tropics.

Book today as this location sells out months in advance every year!

Legendary All-inclusive Concept includes 7 nights accommodations (Sat-Sat), all hotel gratuities and taxes, hotel porterage, unlimited 5-Star Global Gourmet, complimentary welcome beverage, unlimited premium brand spirits, basic Wi-Fi Internet, nightly entertainment, access to the fitness center, access to steam and sauna rooms (treatments are an additional cost), land and water sports including scuba diving included for certified divers*, and roundtrip airport transfers in Turks & Caicos (transportation gratuities are an additional cost, suggested at $2/bag).

Please be aware:

The Beaches Resort and Spa is an all-inclusive resort. If you choose to stay elsewhere, you will be charged per person per day for entry into the resort, even if you are only attending the seminar.

Please see the cost below for a day pass at Beaches Turks & Caicos:

DAY PASS: 10am to 6pm
Adult: $370, Child: $180

FULL DAY PASS: 10am to 12am
Adult: $700, Child: $180

This is a firm resort policy. This fee is subject to change without notice at the discretion of resort management.

*Please note: Scuba diving at the resort is geared toward the novice and is offered in the mornings which conflicts with scheduled meeting times.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations accepted without penalty December 5, 2023. Cancellations, reduction in occupancy or length of stay, changes in room type or no-show after December 5, 2023 will result in loss of the full reservation amount. No exceptions for any reason. This includes weather, health, or travel-related issues. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty for your entire reserved stay. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

$1,500 per person deposit via credit card is required at time of booking to hold your room. Balance due no later than December 5, 2023 and credit card will be charged automatically. Rooms are limited and available only through us. Rate and availability not guaranteed until deposit received.

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 1043167; Expiration Date 04/19/2024
Nurse Practitioners: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) 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

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 healthcare provider in reviewing, updating, and/or expanding knowledge and abilities in one or more of these areas vital to the practicing professional.


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
    $ 1150 Late Registration Fee
    $ 250 Daily Rate
  • CRNA/PA
    $ 1100 Late Registration Fee
    $ 240 Daily Rate
  • Resident/RN/Others
    $ 1000 Late Registration Fee
    $ 220 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 February 14th, 2024 to March 15th, 2024 . No refund after March 15th, 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.