Gaia (Porto), Portugal
September 28 - October 2, 2026
Gaia (Porto), Portugal
September 28 - October 2, 2026
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
Clinical Professor of Anesthesia and CCM
Florida State University School of Medicine
Director Cardiovascular and Vascular Intensive Care Unit
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
Retired Anesthesiologist
St. Petersburg, Florida
Medical Director
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars
Pasco, Washington
It was in the Porto and in the northern regions that Portugal was founded in the 12th century and the Portuguese became a people and a nation. Porto, a World Heritage city, is the gateway and departure point for a journey across the natural and cultural diversity of the region. It is known for the Port wine which is shipped from here all over the world, but also for a heritage that combines ancient churches and monuments, such as the Cathedral and the Church of São Francisco, and modern buildings, such as Casa da Música and the Serralves Museum. It is also known for its School of Architecture which bred names like Álvaro Siza Vieira and Eduardo Souto de Moura, both winners of the Pritzker Prize. From “francesinhas” to seafood and wine, Porto is the perfect place for a foodie. The options are limitless.
Located just south of Porto across the Douro river, Vila Nova de Gaia (simply know as 'Gaia' to locals), offers easy access to port cellars, gardens, and beautiful views. Rich history and culture make up why Gaia is such a special place. From the Stock Exchange Palace to the beautiful cathedrals there is so much history to take in. Take a ride on a cable car, walk the Dom Luis bridge, visit the hilltop park Jardim do Morro, or explore the many museums and beaches. For the adventurous, take a kayak or stand-up paddling tour or bike along the Douro. Enjoy all the sites of this fishing village or bird watch at a nature reserve. And don't miss a ride on the Gaia cable car at sunset to get a view of the Douro River and Porto!
Hilton Porto Gaia is a beautiful hotel, housed in a refurbished wine warehouse just a short walk to the Douro River and a 15-20 minute walk to the Porto city center. Hilton Porto Gaia is located near many port wine cellars, Arrabida shopping center, monuments, museums, and the stock exchange palace.
Hilton Porto Gaia offers a Wellness Center and Spa with treatments to help you relax after a long day of exploring, plus steam baths, an indoor pool, and fitness center. When it's time to dine, sample traditional Portuguese flavors made with fresh, local products in the Terrace restaurant or cocktails in the relaxed and modern Composto restaurant. The panoramic bar, Magma, overlooks the Douro River and Porto and offers a carefully selected wine and champagne list.
Hilton Porto Gaia guest rooms offer 1 king or 2 twin beds (based on hotel availability), flat screen HDTV, tea/coffee maker, mini-bar, safe, iron/board, hair dryer, air conditioning, and more.
Hilton Porto Gaia is located approximately 10 miles (17 Kilometers) away from Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport (Pedras Rubras) (OPO). Self-parking is available at 25€ per day with in/out privileges; Valet is 25€ per day. Parking fees are subject to change without notice. Getting around in Porto and Gaia is fairly easy. You can walk most places, but you also have access to efficient public transportation, including train, tram, and bus.
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Rooms starting at
$220 per night
Credit Card for 1 night's deposit plus tax required at time of booking to hold your room. Approximately 30 days prior to arrival, the hotel will automatically change the remaining amount for entire stay plus tax to your credit card. Checks not accepted due to exchange rates.
Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link.
PLEASE NOTE: The following Guest room cancellation policy applies. The information stated on the hotel reservation link is not applicable to our Group room rates.
Cancellations of room reservations accepted by hotel without penalty prior to 31 days of arrival. Cancellations of room reservations received by hotel inside 31 days of arrival will forfeit your entire 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 up to your entire reserved stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Firm hotel policy - no exceptions for any reasons including weather, travel, or health-related cancellations. 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.
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.
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.
Mark T. Murphy, MD, Retired Anesthesiologist, St. Petersburg, Florida, Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington
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.
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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:
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.
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.
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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