Relevant Topics in Anesthesia

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa

Schedule

Napa, California
December 7 - 10, 2026

Monday, December 7

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0730

Optimizing Neuraxial Analgesia / Anesthesia

A.Lee
0830

Myth Busters in Obstetric Anesthesia

A.Lee
0930

Break
0945

Pediatric Preoperative Anxiety Considerations

N.Campbell
1045

Comparative Pharmacology for Pediatric Anesthesiology

N.Campbell
1145

A Choice of Anesthetics for Trauma Patients

M.Hollidge
1245

Adjourn

Tuesday, December 8

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Damage Control Resuscitation: What's New?

M.Hollidge
0830

What Is the Anesthesia Provider's Role in Mass Casualty Scenarios?

M.Hollidge
0930

Break
0945

Neurological Injury of Pregnancy

A.Lee
1045

Obstetric Cardiac Patient

A.Lee
1145

The URI Dilemma: Upper Respiratory Infections in Pediatric Anesthesiology

N.Campbell
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, December 9

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

The Shared Airway: Anesthetic Management for Common Pediatric ENT Procedures

N.Campbell
0830

Deep vs. Awake Extubations in Pediatric Patients

N.Campbell
0930

Break
0945

Endpoints of Resuscitation

M.Hollidge
1045

Geriatric Trauma

M.Hollidge
1145

Placenta Accreta Spectrum

A.Lee
1245

Adjourn

Thursday, December 10

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Anesthesia in Patients With Severe Pulmonary HTN / RV Failure

M.Hollidge
0830

Nonobstetric Surgery During Pregnancy

A.Lee
0930

Break
0945

Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnancy

A.Lee
1045

Anesthetic Management for Pediatric Cleft Palate Repair

N.Campbell
1145

TIVA vs. Volatile Agents for Pediatric Patients in the MRI Scanner

N.Campbell
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
5.00 Pharmacology? / 6.00 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Controlled Substances? / 5.00 Trauma? / 11.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Neal F. Campbell, MD

Associate Professor
Department of Anesthesiology
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Medical Staff, Pediatric Anesthesiologist
Medical Director, Pediatric Solid Organ Transplant Anesthesiology
Children’s Mercy Hospital
Kansas City, Missouri

Melanie Hollidge, MD, PhD, FRCPC

Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Division of Trauma, University of Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland

Amy Lee, MD

Associate Professor
Department of Anesthesiology
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas

Location

Napa, California

With over 400 wineries, Napa Valley is the world's most diverse winery region. Napa Valley's culinary scene is thriving with more than 125 restaurants and a farm-to-table culture that inspires chefs throughout the world.

Sip wine next to a cozy fireplace to relax, restore, and reconnect. Napa Valley’s warm and welcoming communities offer one-of-a-kind hometown experiences that span from elegant to quirky and magical to romantic.

In addition to fabulous wine and food, Napa Valley is home to art, music, architecture, and limitless outdoor adventures on both intimate and grand scales. Revolving art exhibitions at wineries, permanent and special museum exhibitions, art galleries, open studios, historic and contemporary architecture, and art festivals all provide a cultural experience that is legendary. At night, the Napa Valley is sizzling with activity. Whether you are dancing and dining in Calistoga or catching a live show in downtown Napa, you are guaranteed a great time.

Accommodations

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa

Experience the charm and beauty of California’s world-famous wine country from the comfy home base of the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel. Its convenient location, just off Highway 29, makes it an ideal choice for exploring the Napa Wine Country and other exciting local activities and attractions.

Treat yourself to a blissful experience at SpaWell at the Napa Valley Marriott offering a variety of deluxe, full-service treatments for total rejuvenation, or be spoiled and beautified in the salon. Wander the outdoor garden spaces, relax by a warm fire pit, unwind in the luxurious resort-style swimming pool, or stay on track in the fitness center. Enjoy a delicious meal at Little Summer, where you'll find a menu incorporating local, seasonal ingredients to create simple dishes with a gourmet touch or stop by the Little Market to grab your favorite freshly brewed Ohm drink and a quick snack.

Guest rooms feature 1 King or 2 Double pillow-top beds (based on hotel availability) with luxurious linens, flat-screen HD TV, coffee/tea maker, mini-refrigerator, safe, alarm clock, iron/board, luxurious bathrobes, spa-quality bath essentials and more.

The Napa Valley Marriott Hotel and Spa is located approximately 55 miles from the Oakland International Airport (OAK), 32 miles from the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and 67 miles from the Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Having a rental car at this location will give you the freedom to fully explore the surrounding area.

Wine Country Airporter makes transportation from SFO Airport to Napa easier and they have a stop at The Napa Valley Marriott Hotel and Spa so you can be dropped off right at the lobby doors! Wine Country Airporter offers 4 round trips per day. Visit https://www.winecountryairporter.com/ for schedules, prices and to make a reservation.

Rooms starting at

USD 219 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel and Spa
3425 Solano Ave
Napa, CA 94558

Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (available approximately 1 year prior to program).

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through November 7, 2026 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Group rates will be subject to the prevailing state and local taxes (currently 12%), a California Tourism assessment fee of 0.24% and the Napa Valley Tourism Improvement fee of 3% for a total of 15.24% total taxes. The resort fee and tax are both subject to change.

Daily Destination Amenity Fee is waived for those who booked their room through NWAS/NWWT reservation methods only (otherwise, it’s approx. $30 per room, per night). Daily Destination Amenity Includes: Complimentary Coffee/Tea in the lobby, Daily Morning Yoga class, Complimentary Fitness center access, 1-Hour Complimentary Electric Bike rental (per stay, per guest), Purified water stations throughout hotel, Daily S'mores kits, Nightly Local Vintner Pour, Wireless in-room high speed internet in guestrooms. Destination Amenity Fee inclusions are subject to change without notice. Please note: Group's waived Destination Amenity Fee DOES NOT include the daily $20 Food & Beverage credit. If you wish to opt in to the $20 per room, per day Destination Amenity Fee to receive this amenity, please consult the Front Desk upon check-in.

PARKING: Self-parking is complimentary for NWAS attendees (normally $10/day). Electric charging station available.

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.
A portion of the room rate is used to provide refreshments during the meeting for participants only.
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 (available approximately 1 year prior to program).
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
$219 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night's stay and tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.

Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (available approximately 1 year prior to program).

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations received by hotel inside 72 hours of arrival will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax. Early departure and no show fees apply. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are a no show, you will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax. Travel insurance is recommended. Please review your reservation for accuracy.

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 is designed to meet requirements for Class A CE credit. Once approved by AANA, this will be indicated.
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, Retired Anesthesiologist, St. Petersburg, Florida, 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.

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.