Scottsdale (Phoenix), Arizona
November 13 - 16, 2025
Thursday, November 13
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725
Welcome
NWAS Staff
0730
What’s New in Anesthesia for Brain Surgery?
K.Domino
0830
Anesthesia for Major Spine Surgery
K.Domino
0930
Break
0945
Perioperative Use of Ultrasound: Is This All Hocus “POCUS”?
A.Spencer
1045
How Gastric Ultrasound Can Change Your Anesthetic Plan
A.Spencer
1145
Methadone: Not Just for Addiction - Now for the OR?
L.Clark
1245
Adjourn
Friday, November 14
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Keeping Up With Ketamine: A Review of New Uses
L.Clark
0830
Suboxone and Naloxone: One Old, One New - A Review of Drugs We Don’t Come in Contact With Every Day
L.Clark
0930
Break
0945
Preventing Perioperative Neurological Injury
K.Domino
1045
Controversies in the Management of Intraoperative Blood Pressure
K.Domino
1145
Perioperative Anaphylaxis
A.Spencer
1245
Adjourn
Saturday, November 15
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Management of Congenital Heart Defects for Noncardiac Surgery
A.Spencer
0830
Modernizing Care Pathways Using Novel Regional Anesthetic Techniques
A.Spencer
0930
Break
0945
Artificial Intelligence in Cars and Now for Anesthesia
L.Clark
1045
Lipid Emulsions: Guidelines for Local Anesthetic Toxicity and Other Drugs
L.Clark
1145
Anesthesia and GLP-1 Agonists
K.Domino
1245
Adjourn
Sunday, November 16
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Some Things We Do in Anesthesia for Really No Reason, Why Do We Continue to Do This?
L.Clark
0830
PONV: The 6th Vital Sign
A.Spencer
0930
Break
0945
Emergence Agitation and Delirium: Prevention and Management
A.Spencer
1045
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Perioperative Care
K.Domino
1145
Avoiding Burnout and Finding Joy in the Workplace
K.Domino
1245
Adjourn
Faculty
Laura D. Clark, MD
Professor of Anesthesiology
Chairman of the Institutional Review Board
Director of Acute Pain and Regional Anesthesia
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky
Karen B. Domino, MD, MPH
Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Adjunct Professor of Neurological Surgery
University of Washington School of Medicine
Vice Chair for Clinical Research
Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
University of Washington
Staff Anesthesiologist
Harborview Medical Center and University of Washington School of Medicine
Seattle, Washington
Adam Spencer, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine
Pediatric Anesthesiologist and Pain Physician
Alberta Children's Hospital
Anesthesiologist, South Health Campus
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Location
Scottsdale (Phoenix), Arizona
Located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale, Arizona is bordered by Phoenix to the west and the McDowell Mountains on the east. Scottsdale has you covered with activities and attractions that everyone will enjoy. Exciting desert adventures, hands-on museum exhibits, exciting restaurants, and gaming are ready to be added to your itinerary.
Saddle up for an adventure with horseback riding excursions, head over to Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse for a variety of Old West-inspired fun like quaint souvenir shops and an authentic Blacksmith, live-action stunt shows and shoot-outs, and cowboy tunes in the saloon. Golf lovers will find more than 200 courses in the city and surrounding area. Outdoor activities beckon, whether you’re looking for an energizing desert hike, a thrilling off-road tour, or tracks that will put your bike handling skills to the test. Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, in the city’s northern reaches, is the largest urban wilderness area in the United States and features more than 60 miles of trails through diverse and scenic desert terrain.
Downtown Scottsdale is the ultimate destination for visitors to enjoy art galleries, specialty retail, dining venues that range from casual to upscale, southwestern cultural attractions and an extraordinary nightlife. Acclaimed chefs create bold flavors that flirt with your taste buds at more than 600 restaurants serving up regional and global specialties. Sophistication and robust wine lists top it all off with fabulous al fresco dining. No matter what type of cuisine you’re craving, you’ll find plenty of flavors to savor. Scottsdale’s shopping scene is bursting with magnificent malls, designer boutiques and out-of-the-way gems that are ideal for indulging in some well-deserved retail therapy. And don't forget exciting casino action at Talking Stick Resort, the Phoenix Zoo and the Arizona Boardwalk - Scottsdale's destination for fun, dining, shopping, family entertainment.
Accommodations
Royal Palms Resort & Spa
Escape to the beauty and tranquility at the enchanting Royal Palms Resort and Spa, where Spanish Colonial Revival aesthetics are met with rejuvenating spa services, world-class cuisine and sweeping desert landscapes. Relax in the outdoor swimming pool or take your fitness to new heights, in the 2-story, 900 sq ft fitness center. Immerse yourself in rejuvenation in the Forbes Four-Star Alvadora Spa, offering a collection of signature treatments centered around the nurturing essences of the Mediterranean: soothing the spirit, renewing the body, and enriching the mind. Guests can also take part in a curated calendar of lively activities including daily fitness classes, mixology lessons at the Mix Up Bar, and weekly history and art tours of the mansion and grounds. During your stay, you'll find it easy to embrace desert living like a local. The Royal Palms Resort and Spa puts you in the heart of the city, close to vibrant Scottsdale, national parks, some of the country's most iconic golf courses, a thriving nightlife scene, and top destinations including the Desert Botanical Garden and Scottsdale Stadium.
When it's time to dine, T. Cook's offers eclectic Mediterranean dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy your meal in the striking brick dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and courtyard views, or dine alfresco on the patios for a candlelit dinner under the stars. You can also unwind at the Mix Up Bar and Lounge serving contemporary rustic dining and hand-crafted, garden-to-glass cocktails.
Spacious Mediterranean-style guestrooms offer 1 king bed or 2 double beds (extremely limited), based on hotel availability. You'll also find amenities such as a LCD TV, Bose SoundLink Speakers, coffee maker, mini-bar, safe, robes/slippers, iron/board, hairdryer, deep soaking tubs, rainfall shower head, light-up vanity mirrors, and more. Royal Palms resort is approximately 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Valet parking only at the resort; for those who reserve their room via NWAS/NWWT group reservation methods ONLY, Valet parking is discounted to $19 per night plus tax (normally $40 per night plus tax). Parking rates subject to change without notice. Two Tesla and four Blink charging stations are also available.
Guest room cancellations received by the hotel inside 7 days of arrival will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are No-Show, you will be charged for your entire reserved stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
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 1044861; Expiration Date 11/16/2025 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 September 14th, 2025 to October 14th, 2025 . No refund after October 14th, 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.
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.
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