Relevant Topics in Anesthesia

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Vienna Marriott Hotel

Schedule

Vienna, Austria
April 21 - 25, 2025

Monday, April 21

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0725

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0730

Perioperative Cardiac Risk Reduction

A.Wallace
0830

Pacemakers Made Ridiculously Simple

A.Wallace
0930

Break
0945

Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part I

R.Lenhardt
1045

Perioperative Arrhythmias: Diagnosis and Management Part II

R.Lenhardt
1145

Patient Has Implantable Cardioverter/Defib and No Cardiologist, What Now?

S.Dunn
1245

Adjourn

Tuesday, April 22

0715

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0730

Labor Analgesia: State of the Art

S.Dunn
0830

Impediments to Labor Epidural Placement

S.Dunn
0930

Break
0945

Coagulopathy and Cardiac Surgery

A.Wallace
1045

Inotropes

A.Wallace
1145

Anesthesia for the Morbidly Obese Patient

R.Lenhardt
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, April 23 - Day Open

Thursday, April 24

0715

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0730

Hyperglycemia in the Perioperative Period

R.Lenhardt
0830

MRI and Anesthesia

R.Lenhardt
0930

Break
0945

PTSD and a Central Adrenergics

A.Wallace
1045

Physics and Chemistry for Anesthesia Practitioners

S.Dunn
1145

Controversies in Pediatric Anesthesia

S.Dunn
1245

Adjourn

Friday, April 25

0715

Registration - Mandatory Sign In
0730

Hyperthermia, Fever and Anesthesia

R.Lenhardt
0830

Brain Edema and Perioperative Fluid Management

R.Lenhardt
0930

Break
0945

Anesthesia Jeopardy

S.Dunn
1045

Ketamine: For Depression, Pain, and Models of Administration

A.Wallace
1145

Drug Use and the Addicted Anesthesia Provider

A.Wallace
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
7.70 Pharmacology? / 12.30 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Controlled Substances? / 17.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Steven Dunn, MD

Professor of Anesthesiology
Baystate Medical Center
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Springfield, Massachusetts

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

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

Vienna, Austria

Come explore this magnificent city whose history goes back to Roman times. There is so much to see, from St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the Imperial Palace, and of course the magnificent baroque palace Schonbrunn. Bask in the splendor of the Secession, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the modern architecture of the Museumsquartier. Walk in the footsteps of the Habsburgs, visit the Belvedere Palaces, or stroll along the magnificent Ring Boulevard and take a look at the heart of the former vast Habsburg empire, the Imperial Palace. Get a sense of the luster and glory of the old empire by visiting the Spanish Riding School, the Giant Ferris wheel at the Prater, as well as the sarcophagi in the Imperial Vault.

Vienna's cultural tradition of high art is well known worldwide, exemplified by a wide variety of theater, music, art, and cinemas. This historical city has been home to many famous musicians, such as Mozart and Beethoven. Vienna’s most trendy shopping mile is the Mariahilfer Strasse between the center of the city and Westbahnhof; hundreds of shops offer fashions, jewelry, and accessories. Enjoy yourself with a leisurely shopping stroll, in the sweet life between coffeehouses and pubs. Vienna also boasts one of the world’s most famous culinary traditions. A diverse yet delectably harmonious range of dishes reflects the city’s mix of nationalities and food cultures through the centuries and inspires visitors from all over the globe.

Vienna is a very green city with an impressive number of parks in the city center. Situated in the very center of Europe, some of the most fascinating destinations are just around the corner. Tour Salzburg, Graz, Lake Neusiedl, or the Wachau region and its scenic beauty.

Accommodations

Vienna Marriott Hotel

The Vienna Marriott is positioned in the heart of Vienna, right on the famous Ringstrasse which Emperor Franz Josef had built as a splendid boulevard around the inner city. Only a few minutes walking distance from St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Opera House, many museums, as well as the elegant pedestrian and shopping area, Kaerntner Strasse.

As one of the few hotels in the inner city with an indoor swimming pool, the Vienna Marriott allows you to take a splash following a relaxing sauna visit or stimulating workout in the well-equipped 24-hour fitness center. Browse the shops and boutiques in the lobby or enjoy a drink in one of the four food and beverage outlets. Two of these are bars (Cascade Bar and Champions Bar) and two are restaurants (Garden Café and the Parkring Restaurant). Please note the respective opening hours.

Newly renovated deluxe guest rooms showcase modern design and feature 1 King or 2 Double Beds (based on hotel availability), mini-bar, in room safe, work desk, individual climate control, alarm clock, iron/board, hair dryer, flat-screen TV, and other thoughtful amenities.

Vienna Marriott Hotel is located approx. 23.6 km / 14.66 miles from the Vienna International Airport (VIE). Hotel parking: Hourly: €4.90; Daily: €27 (parking fees subject to change without notice).

From

EUR 299 per night

Accommodation Rates and Details

External Booking Url
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1717763807025&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Vienna Marriott Hotel
Parkring 12A, 1010
Vienna, Austria

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through April 4, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Room rates are based on number of people in room. Group room rates include applicable VAT (currently 10%) plus city tax (currently 2.5237%). VAT and tax rates subject to change without notice. VAT and tax rates subject to change without notice. Room rates are quoted in Euro.

Porterage available upon request for approx. €5 EUR per person each way.

Please note: Breakfast WILL NOT be served at the meeting, but an All American Breakfast Buffet is included in the group room rate for those that booked their room via NWAS/NWWT reservation methods only, and is served daily in the Park Ring Restaurant from 6:30am-10:30am. Hours subject to change, check with front desk.

PARKING: On-site Parking is €4.90 hourly or €27 per day. Parking rates 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
$299 per night

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations or change of reservation accepted by hotel without penalty until 7 days prior to arrival. Cancellations or change of reservation received by hotel inside 7 days of arrival will forfeit the deposit for the entire reserved stay. This includes shortening your stay or changing room type. Hotel policy - No exceptions allowed for any reason including health, travel, or weather related reasons. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty up to your entire reserved stay. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card required at the time of booking to reserve your room. Approximately 30 days prior to arrival, hotel will charge credit card automatically for the full reserved stay. Checks not accepted for hotel deposit. Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link.

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 1044739; Expiration Date 04/25/2025
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

$ 1050 Regular Registration Fee

$ 1075 Late Registration Fee

$ 275 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 1000 Regular Registration Fee

$ 1025 Late Registration Fee

$ 265 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 900 Regular Registration Fee

$ 925 Late Registration Fee

$ 240 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 February 20th, 2025 to March 22nd, 2025 . No refund after March 22nd, 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.