Topics in Anesthesia

Nashville, Tennessee
May 13 - 16, 2025

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This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Hilton Nashville Downtown, Nashville, Tennessee

Schedule

Topics in Anesthesia

Nashville, Tennessee
May 13 - 16, 2025

Tuesday, May 13
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0725
    Welcome
    NWAS Staff
  • 0730
    Anemia vs. RBC Transfusion in Surgery: Is There a Lesser Evil?
    J.Raphael
  • 0830
    POC Testing and Transfusion Algorithms: Not Just for Academic Hospitals
    J.Raphael
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Preparing Children for the Operating Room: What Are the Current Practices?
    A.Adler
  • 1045
    Review of Pediatric Anesthesia: From Premeds to Emergence Delirium
    A.Adler
  • 1145
    The Opioid Epidemic and the Anesthesia: How Much Is Too Little?
    A.Adler
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Wednesday, May 14
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    The Backbone of Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
    J.Steege
  • 0830
    ERAS for Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass: Let’s Talk About Pharmacology and Physiology
    J.Steege
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Novel Factor Concentrates and Their Use in Perioperative Bleeding
    J.Raphael
  • 1045
    Management of Patients Taking DOACS or DAPT
    J.Raphael
  • 1145
    Perioperative Management of Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension and RV Failure
    J.Raphael
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Thursday, May 15
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    OSA and Pediatric Anesthesia: From Diagnosis to Discharge
    A.Adler
  • 0830
    Point-of-Care Ultrasound for the Anesthesia Provider: Uses, Pitfalls, and Future Directions
    A.Adler
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Airway Management Review
    J.Steege
  • 1045
    Anesthesia Crisis Diagnosis and Management
    J.Steege
  • 1145
    Improving Outcomes for Intraperitoneal Malignancies: HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)
    J.Steege
  • 1245
    Adjourn
Friday, May 16
  • 0700
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  • 0730
    When Transfusion Is Not an Option: How to Manage Patients Who Cannot/Refuse a Blood Transfusion
    J.Raphael
  • 0830
    Perioperative Management of Patients With LVAD Presenting for Noncardiac Procedures
    J.Raphael
  • 0930
    Break
  • 0945
    Pediatric Anesthesia and Neurodevelopment: Long-Term Impact of Our Drugs
    A.Adler
  • 1045
    Caudal Blocks and Kids: What You Need to Know
    A.Adler
  • 1145
    Burnout: How Much More Can We Take?
    J.Steege
  • 1245
    Adjourn

Faculty

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

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

Jacob Raphael, MD, FAHA

Professor of Anesthesiology
Director of Clinical Research
Department of Anesthesiology
Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Jenna Steege, CRNA, DNP

Associate Program Director
Core Faculty Member
Clinical Instructor / Primary Preceptor
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Mayo School of Health Sciences
Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice Program
Rochester, Minnesota

Location

Nashville, Tennessee

Travel & Leisure Magazine recently named Nashville “America’s Friendliest City” – Come see why! Local museums offer everything from education on the Civil War to county star couture, such as Faith Hill’s dress, to priceless art such as Picasso and Warhol; there’s something for everyone in Music City. Take a tour of a historic home, or take in a comedy while enjoying dinner with your date. Do you like the nightlife? You’ve come to the right place because the “stars” come out at night. Hear blues, rock, country, gospel, jazz, or contemporary Christian. Only in Nashville can you step into a honky tonk on Broadway, look around, and see famous faces. Throughout the city, small dives hidden away from the limelight showcase Nashville’s true legends – songwriters.

Every night the music scene in Nashville is vibrant and contagious. Fans rush to get a seat in the clubs while the latecomers crowd the walls and dance floors. By late evening, the clubs are alive and rocking, and there are still many hours left before the clubs close. Let Chopin and Mozart carry you away as you watch the Nashville Ballet or listen to the Grammy-nominated Nashville Symphony. Take in a performance of the Nashville Opera or enjoy an off-Broadway performance at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Beyond the great sounds is shopping. Posh boutiques, guitar stores filled with instruments, chic clothing, and fashionable shops – Nashville’s shopping scene covers the gamut in style and appeal.

When hunger strikes, Nashville’s plate has many unique options to tempt your taste buds. Known for “meat and threes” and zesty barbecue, Nashville also specializes in New Southern and Southern fusion, a blend of down-home cooking and uptown dining. Are you asking yourself what makes Nashville family-friendly? Then think no further. Explore the Adventure Science Center, Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art, Fort Nashborough, Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, or Valley Amusement Park. For the sports fan, Nashville boasts three professional sports teams as well as Busch and Indy series car racing. Nashville is surrounded by lush, rolling hills and sparkling blue lakes. Walk 18 holes on Nashville’s five resort courses or eight public golf courses. Ride amusement park rides or slide down Tennessee’s largest waterslides. Rent a jet ski for the day or just cruise upon the world’s largest showboat. When it’s time to unwind, enjoy a day of pampering and relaxation at one of many great day spas.

Accommodations

Hilton Nashville Downtown

Stay in the heart of ‘Music City’ at Hilton Nashville Downtown. You’ll be treated to true Southern hospitality and premier accommodations. Dine in style at four on-site restaurants. You’ll relish the hotel’s central location in the midst of all there is to see and do in Nashville. Explore the history of country music, catch live performances and take in all the sights and sounds of the entertainment district, all nearby. Celebrate all things country music at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Hilton Nashville Downtown is an all-suite hotel. Each suite has 1 king bed or 2 double beds (based on availability), plus a sofa sleeper in a separate parlor area with a chair and ottoman. Suites also feature amenities such as a coffeemaker, mini-refrigerator, two flat screen HDTVs, personal work station, iron/board, hairdryer, safe and more.

The Hilton Nashville Downtown is located approximately 7 miles from the Nashville International Airport (BNA). Hotel Parking: $40 daily or event parking fee, and a $50 overnight parking fee for self-parking in the underground garage. Self-parking does not have in-and-out privileges. Valet parking is $50 overnight and has in-and-out privileges. Parking charges are subject to change without notice.

From
$319 per night
  • Rooms starting at

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card deposit for 1 night's stay plus tax is due at time of booking to hold your room. Group room rate only available only through the NWAS/NWWT group reservation link.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted until 48 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations received bu the hotel inside of 48 hours of arrival will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). An early departure fee of one night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable) will be imposed on guests departing prior to their scheduled check-out date.


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 your entire reserved stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended. 

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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 1044652; Expiration Date 05/16/2025
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
    $ 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

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.

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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.

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