Important Update: Meeting Relocation 

Due to a phased guest room re-imagination project, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is no longer able to host our December 7-10, 2026, Current Topics in Anesthesia meeting.

To ensure a seamless experience, the meeting and guest room block have been relocated to the nearby Hilton West Palm Beach:

Hilton West Palm Beach
, 600 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

For attendees who were registered by July 8, 2026, or earlier, please see your email for further details.

Current Topics in Anesthesia

Palm Beach, Florida
December 7 - 10, 2026

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This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Hilton West Palm Beach

Schedule

Current Topics in Anesthesia

Palm Beach, Florida
December 7 - 10, 2026

Monday, December 7
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0725
    Welcome
    NWAS Staff
  • 0730
    Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part I
    R.Lenhardt
  • 0830
    Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part II
    R.Lenhardt
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Numb and Number: Blocks for Upper Extremity Surgery
    M.Fingerman
  • 1045
    The Knee-Sential Guide: A Journey Through Regional Anesthesia for Knee Surgery
    M.Fingerman
  • 1145
    Endocrinopathies and Anesthetic Implications
    R.Finney
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Tuesday, December 8
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    Herbal Medications and Anesthetic Implications
    R.Finney
  • 0830
    A Day in the Outfield: Non-Operating Room Anesthesia
    R.Finney
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Anesthesia for the Morbidly Obese Patient
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1045
    Hyperglycemia in the Perioperative Period
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1145
    Hip Mastery: Blocks for Achieving Optimal Perioperative Analgesia
    M.Fingerman
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Wednesday, December 9
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    Trunk It Up: Blocks for Truncal Surgery
    M.Fingerman
  • 0830
    Mixology: Local Anesthetics and Additives
    M.Fingerman
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Anesthesia-Specific Situations and Adaptations in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
    R.Finney
  • 1045
    Anesthesia Crisis Resource Management: Essential Non-Technical Skills for Safe Patient Care
    R.Finney
  • 1145
    Anticoagulants and Reversal Before Surgery
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Thursday, December 10
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    Beyond the Mask: Understanding and Supporting Anesthesiology Professionals as Second Victims
    R.Finney
  • 0830
    Hemorrhagic Shock and Trauma Part I
    R.Lenhardt
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Hemorrhagic Shock and Trauma Part II
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1045
    Perioperative Nerve Injury: the Good, the Bad, and the Unknown
    M.Fingerman
  • 1145
    You Took What This Morning? Perioperative Medication Conundrums
    M.Fingerman
  • 1245
    Adjourn

Faculty

Mitchell Fingerman, MD, FASA

Professor
Division Chief and Associate Fellowship Director
Division of Regional and Ambulatory Anesthesia
Washington University School of Medicine
St Louis, Missouri

Robyn Finney, APRN, CRNA, DNAP, FAANA

Assistant Professor in Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Nurse Anesthesia DNAP Program Faculty
HELP Program Coordinator / SME
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota

Rainer Lenhardt, MD, MBA

Professor and Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky

Location

Palm Beach, Florida

Palm Beach is home to legendary resorts, exquisite mansions, and historic landmarks just waiting to be explored. Gilded Age architecture, chic restaurants, luxury shops, ocean views, and the Lake Worth Lagoon will captivate and make any visitor feel like a VIP.

Enjoy a relaxing day at any number of beaches. Grab a gelato and window shop the length of Worth Avenue, which hosts a plethora of high-end retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Kate Spade, Armani, Tiffany's, and more.

Marvel at the art and architecture of the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum. Built by 19th-century business tycoon Henry Flagler, this mansion is defined by extravagance in its attention to detail. Every corner is adorned by crown mouldings, beautiful damask patterns, metal, and masonry work. Visitors can even get a glimpse of Flagler's private railcar and great rooms full of antiques of every kind.

Next, get some fresh air at The Society of the Four Arts, where you'll discover themed gardens and an eclectic collection of metal sculptures.

Rent a bike or stroll the Lake Trail to view local attractions from another angle including the Flagler Museum, gorgeous mansions and estates, a giant Kapok Tree, and pleasure yachts in the harbor. Golf fairways overlooking the ocean at Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, a fun course to practice your short game. There's so much to do in fabulous Palm Beach!

Accommodations

Hilton West Palm Beach

The Hilton West Palm Beach offers a modern, resort‑style atmosphere with a palm‑lined pool deck, serene guestrooms, curated modern art, signature dining and beverage venues, and a refreshed arrival experience.

The hotel is conveniently located 3 miles from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), 35 miles from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL), 2 miles from Palm Beach, within walking distance to the Brightline station, and directly across the street from CityPlace - West Palm Beach’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district

Spend a day at the resort-style pool featuring lounge chairs, umbrellas, private cabanas, and La Playa poolside bar. Challenge yourself with lawn games, ride a bike to Palm Beach, stay on track in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or join in on a fitness class. Enjoy local, seasonal favorites at Mezze. Unwind with dinner and cocktails at the signature restaurant, Galley, featuring a wood-burning grill and handcrafted cocktails. From the exuberant outdoor patio and expansive firepit to the artful dining room and buzzing bar, their grill house will ignite your senses with its bold menu of specialty dishes and unique twists on classic fare. Or, embark on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey at MICHELIN Selected Moody Tongue Sushi, featuring a hyper-seasonal omakase expertly paired with curated beers from the MICHELIN-starred Moody Tongue Brewery. Centered at the heart of the hotel, indulge in signature cocktails and spirits at the lobby bar, Palma. 

Guest rooms feature 1 king or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), and amenities such as a mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, alarm clock, safe, iron/board, hairdryer, and more to ensure a relaxing stay.

Rooms starting at
USD 439 per night *
  • Important Update: Meeting Relocation 

    Due to a phased guest room re-imagination project, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is no longer able to host our December 7-10, 2026, Current Topics in Anesthesia meeting.

    To ensure a seamless experience, the meeting and guest room block have been relocated to the nearby Hilton West Palm Beach:

    For attendees who were registered by July 8, 2026, or earlier, please see your email for further details.

    Hilton West Palm Beach  
    600 Okeechobee Boulevard
    West Palm Beach, Florida 33401

    Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (coming soon).

    The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through November 6, 2026, or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

    Group room rates are per night and subject to 12.5% tax. Taxes subject to change without notice.

    For those who reserve a room via NWAS/NWWT only, the $40 per room, per night Destination Fee has been waived, and guests will be able to enjoy the following services and amenities
    • Premium Guest internet access (excludes meeting rooms)
    • Daily $15 food and beverage credit for use in all hotel outlets
    • 2 Bottles of Water
    • 1-hour hotel bike rental for two
    • Two beach chairs and towels
    • Neighborhood transportation via electric shuttle
    • Airport Shuttle to/from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) only (between 7am-7pm) 
    • Access to Hilton Fitness Center and Hilton Fitness Classes (Not valid for Soul Cycle classes).
    • 20% off Anushka Spa Services
    • 20% off Visit Palm Beach Activities

    Destination Fee inclusions and amenities subject to change without notice.

    PARKING: Valet parking only at the hotel. Overnight valet parking is available for $45/vehicle per night; daily event valet parking is available for $30 / vehicle, per day. 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.
    Room rates per night unless otherwise noted.
    All rooms are non-smoking.
    Please review your reservation for accuracy
    Travel insurance is recommended.
    Early departure, late check out and no show fees may apply.

    Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (coming soon).
    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

    $439 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night's room, tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable) at the time of booking to reserve your room. Rate and availability not guaranteed until your deposit is received.

Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (coming soon).

CANCELLATIONS

Guest room cancellations received by the hotel inside 3 days of arrival will be charged for 100% of the confirmed reserved stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). 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 plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.

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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 AANA for 20 MAC Ed CE credits; AANA Code # 1046127; Expiration Date 12/10/2026

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 Associates/Assistants: PAs may claim a maximum of 20 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Physician Maintenance of Certification (MOC): Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 20 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM), American Board of Pathology (ABPath), American Board of Pediatrics (ABP – only when applicable to individual program), American Board of Surgery (ABS), and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) programs. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting MOC credit.

Registered Nurses: NWAS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, MI, MS, NH, NM, SC, TN, 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.

* Starting January 1, 2026, the NBCRNA is transitioning from the Continued Professional Certification (CPC) program to the MAC program (Maintaining Anesthesia Certification). The AANA is changing the credit language to align with this change. Credits listed on certificates will indicate MAC Ed CE Credits (formerly called Class A CE Credits).

†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, Retired Anesthesiologist, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

  • MD/DO
    $ 1050 Early Registration Fee
    $ 1100 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 1150 Late Registration Fee
    $ 300 Daily Rate
  • CRNA/PA
    $ 1000 Early Registration Fee
    $ 1050 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 1100 Late Registration Fee
    $ 290 Daily Rate
  • Resident/RN/Others
    $ 900 Early Registration Fee
    $ 950 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 1000 Late Registration Fee
    $ 265 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 October 8th, 2026 to November 7th, 2026. No refund after November 7th, 2026; 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.
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.

Please Note:

You must sign-in/log in every day you attend to receive credit.
We do not allow retroactive sign in.
All webinars are in Pacific Time.

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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.

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