Current Topics in Anesthesia

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Newport Harbor Island Resort

Schedule

Newport, Rhode Island
October 26 - 29, 2027

Tuesday, October 26

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0730

Handling the Weight: Are We All Obesity Doctors Now?

R.Clay
0830

Managing the Pregnant Patient for Non-Obstetric Surgery

R.Clay
0930

Herbal Medications and Anesthetic Implications

R.Finney
1030

Break
1045

Preparing Children for the Operating Room: What Are the Current Practices?

A.Adler
1145

Review of Pediatric Anesthesia: From Premeds to Emergence Delirium

A.Adler
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, October 27

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

OSA and Pediatric Anesthesia: From Diagnosis to Discharge

A.Adler
0830

Pediatric Anesthesia and Neurodevelopment: Long-Term Impact of Our Drugs

A.Adler
0930

Stop the Bleed: Tips and Tricks for Tackling Obstetric Hemorrhage

R.Clay
1030

Break
1045

A Day in the Outfield: Non-Operating Room Anesthesia

R.Finney
1145

Endocrinopathies and Anesthetic Implications

R.Finney
1245

Adjourn

Thursday, October 28

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Anesthesia Crisis Resource Management: Essential Non-Technical Skills for Safe Patient Care

R.Finney
0830

Anesthesia-Centric Advanced Cardiac Life Support

R.Finney
0930

Point-of-Care Ultrasound for the Anesthesia Provider: Uses, Pitfalls, and Future Directions

A.Adler
1030

Break
1045

Oops I Did It Again: Managing Accidental Dural Puncture

R.Clay
1145

Expecting the Unexpected: Navigating Surprises in Obstetric Anesthesia

R.Clay
1245

Adjourn

Friday, October 29

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

From Bump to Birth: What’s New in Obstetric Anesthesia Literature?

R.Clay
0830

Chart Like It Matters: Medico-Legal Pitfalls in Anesthesia Practice

R.Clay
0930

The Impact of Adverse Events on Anesthesiology Professionals: The Role of Peer Support

R.Finney
1030

Break
1045

Noncardiac Surgery for Adults With Congenital Heart Disease

A.Adler
1145

PBLD: Mediastinal Masses in Children - What Do I Do?

A.Adler
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
6.50 Pharmacology? / 12.50 Clinical Management? / 17.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Adam C. Adler, MS, MD, FAAP, FASE

Professor of Anesthesiology
Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine
Director of Anesthesiology Research
Baylor College of Medicine
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas

Rayna A. Clay, MD

Director of Obstetric and Perinatal Anesthesia
AdventHealth Tampa and AdventHealth Wesley Chapel
Former Chair of the Department of Anesthesia
AdventHealth Tampa
Tampa, Florida

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

Location

Newport, Rhode Island

Newport has made a name for itself in a variety of ways, first as a colony founded on religious freedom, later as the summer playground for the American socialite families with names like Astor and Vanderbilt, as a key location for the United States Navy, and then as the yachting capital of the world.

Today, the stories of Newport can be enjoyed on tours through opulent ocean-side mansions, vibrant museums, and historic sites such as coastal forts, lighthouses, and worship buildings. For a closer look at the city-by-the-sea, visitors can choose from a variety of walking tours, boat tours, and self-guided tours.

Gilded-Age mansions, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, sailing, beaches, and lobster bakes are just some examples of what awaits you. Newport is known for its magnificent beauty and history as a vacation destination for travelers seeking the best of the Northeast. Downtown is full of cobblestone streets, unique shops, waterfront restaurants, and frequent cultural festivals. Three local vineyards offer fine wine, and few places are as beautiful for golfing.

Accommodations

Newport Harbor Island Resort

Newport Harbor Island Resort is a unique place in New England, a peaceful escape, just 1 mile from Downtown Newport. Situated on Goat Island and surrounded by picturesque Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay, Newport Harbor Island Resort offers the seclusion of a private island while being a short walk from the heart and history of the charming waterfront cobblestone streets of Newport.

This waterfront hotel is centrally located to the area’s abundant attractions and activities. Expansive grounds offering 360-degree water views provide an ideal setting for delicious dining options, wellness, waterfront spa treatments, family fun, and secluded shoreline cocktails featuring the best sunsets in Newport. Enjoy the heated indoor pool for swimming and soaking, a 24-hour fitness center with a selection of elliptical machines, treadmills, stationary bikes, and weights, or indulge and unwind with a spa treatment. Discover endless entertainment in the Game Room with skee-ball, basketball, Pac-Man, pinball, board games, or by joining in on resort activities for children and adults. Transportation to and from Bowen’s Wharf in Downtown Newport is also provided for guests to make exploring the area even easier (10am-11pm on the half-hour, times subject to change). Shop at Gertie’s Gifts onsite and discover everything from premium Newport Harbor Island Resort gear, spa products, vacation necessities, and more. Then, visit downtown Newport to explore charming local shops and boutiques for one-of-a-kind products.

Guest rooms feature amenities such as a mini fridge, coffee maker, safe, Bluetooth alarm clock, iron/board, hairdryer, and more to ensure a comfortable stay. Newport Harbor Island Resort is located approximately 28 miles from T. F. Green Airport (PVD).

Rooms starting at

USD 469 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

Newport Harbor Island Resort
1 Goat Island Rd
Newport, RI 02840

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 September 24, 2027 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Room rates are per night and are subject to state and local taxes, fees and assessments, currently 13% + $1.50. Taxes and fees subject to change without notice.

Resort fee is waived for those booking through NWAS/NWWT methods only (resort fee when booking outside NWAS/NWWT group block is approx. $35 + tax, per room, per night, subject to change). Resort Fees include: Luxury Shuttle Transportation to/from Downtown Newport, Two complimentary bottles waters per guestroom, per night, espresso coffee makers and coffee in guestroom, On-property Resort Activities including wellness classes, Deluxe Wi-Fi in guestroom (excludes meeting room), 24-hour access to Fitness Center, 24 hour access to business center, $10 Food and Beverage credit(can be redeemed in Torpedo, Pineapple club, or 1639), partner discounts at local activities, venues and shops, Programming for children and adults. Resort Fee amenities subject to change without notice.

PARKING: Self parking is available for all guests based on hourly rates. Overnight self-parking is available for $35 per night, Overnight valet parking is available with unlimited entry for $45 per night. Parking rates 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.
Early departure, late check out and no show fees may apply.
Please review your reservation for accuracy.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.
All rooms are non-smoking.
A portion of the room rate is used to provide refreshments during the meeting for participants only.

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
$469 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for one night's stay plus tax required at time of booking to hold your room.

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

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted by the hotel until 7 days prior to arrival. Cancellation of room reservations received by the hotel inside 7 days of arrival will forfeit the entire stay plus tax. Early departure fees apply. 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 the entire stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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 MAC Ed 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 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, Retired Anesthesiologistm, 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 August 27th, 2027 to September 26th, 2027. No refund after September 26th, 2027; 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.

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.