Topics in Anesthesia

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Schedule

Chicago, Illinois
May 22 - 25, 2025

Wednesday, May 21

Optional EKG Interpretation Seminar Workshop*
- 0730
  
  Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
- 0755
  
  Welcome
  
  NWAS Staff
- 0800
  
  Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part I
  
  M.Kossick
- 0900
  
  Cardinal Concepts for Accurate EKG Interpretation: Part II
  
  M.Kossick
- 1000
  
  Break
- 1015
  
  Evidence-Based Guidelines for Diagnosing T Wave and ST Segment Changes
  
  M.Kossick
- 1115
  
  Decision Algorithm for EKG Lead Selection Including True Chest Leads versus Modified Chest Leads
  
  M.Kossick
- 1215
  
  Lunch (on your own)
- 1315
  
  Diagnostic Criteria for Myocardial Infarction
  
  M.Kossick
- 1415
  
  Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI
  
  M.Kossick
- 1515
  
  Break
- 1530
  
  Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Implications for Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
  
  M.Kossick
- 1630
  
  Practice EKG Interpretation: Ischemia, Injury, MI, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks
  
  M.Kossick
- 1730
  
  Adjourn
8.00 CME / 8.00 CEC
8.00 Clinical Management?
refers to credit hours related to Clinical Management (subject to change)
/ 8.00 Patient Safety?
refers to credit hours related to Patient Safety (subject to change)

Thursday, May 22

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0730

Cardiac Evaluation of the Patient for Noncardiac Surgery: Do You Really Need a Cardiology Consult?

D.Sutherland
0830

Pulmonary Hypertension: What You Don't Know Might Make Your Day Interesting

D.Sutherland
0930

Break
0945

The New ASA Airway Guidelines: What's Different?

I.Osborn
1045

Supraglottic Airways: Past, Present and Future

I.Osborn
1145

Antibiotics, Allergies and Anaphylaxis: We Brought It on Ourselves

M.Murphy
1245

Adjourn

Friday, May 23

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Burnout in Healthcare: Past Time to Do Something

M.Murphy
0830

Wellness and Mental Fitness: Don’t Expect HR to Provide It

M.Murphy
0930

Break
0945

Anesthesia and Technology: Have We Forgotten the Patient?

D.Sutherland
1045

Myths vs. Reality in Anesthesia

D.Sutherland
1145

Sustainability in Anesthesia

I.Osborn
1245

Adjourn

Saturday, May 24

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Medications for Intraoperative Blood Pressure Control: “Going Up or Down?”

I.Osborn
0830

Perioperative Fluid Management: Can We Do Better?

I.Osborn
0930

Break
0945

Production Pressures and Outcome Measures: The New Norm

M.Murphy
1045

Positioning Injuries: Risks and Responsibilities

M.Murphy
1145

Vascular Anesthesia: Stents Are Great but What About Open Procedures?

D.Sutherland
1245

Adjourn

Sunday, May 25

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Perioperative Surgical Home: Do We Need an Extreme Makeover?

D.Sutherland
0830

Opioid Crisis 2025: Yikes!

D.Sutherland
0930

Break
0945

PTSD: What Is It? How Can We Effectively Manage the Patient?

I.Osborn
1045

The Obesity Epidemic Is Getting Bigger

M.Murphy
1145

Ethics Challenges You Will Face

M.Murphy
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
5.70 Pharmacology? / 14.30 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Controlled Substances? / 17.00 Patient Safety? / 1.00 Ethics?

*Separate tuition and schedule applies.

Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.

Faculty

Mark Thomas Murphy, MD

Retired Anesthesiologist
St. Petersburg, Florida
Medical Director
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars
Pasco, Washington

Irene P. Osborn, MD

Professor of Anesthesiology
Director, Division of Neuroanesthesia
Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine
New York, New York

Dale F. Sutherland, MD

Delaware Anesthesia Associates
Director, Cardiac Anesthesia
Pain Management
Lewes, Delaware

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Come discover Chicago’s famed restaurants, renowned museums, stunning waterfront, groundbreaking music, award-winning theatres, over 300 parks and green spaces, and iconic architecture. Here, 77 vibrant, ethnically diverse neighborhoods make up the heart and soul of Chicago. These are just some of the reasons why Condé Nast Traveler ranked Chicago the #1 on their list of Best Large Cities in the U.S. for eight years in a row.

Chicago is home to more than 7,000 restaurants, from Michelin star winners and James Beard Award medalists to world-famous cheese burgers and classic deep dish pizza. If shopping is your thing, the Magnificent Mile will entertain you for hours. Sports buffs will want to grab tickets to any number of sporting events to watch legendary teams compete. Other popular attractions include the historic Water Tower, Museum of Contemporary Art, John Hancock Observatory, and Millennium Park.

Enjoy outdoor escapes and urban adventure, with the stunning city skyline as your backdrop. Go kayaking along the award-winning Riverwalk or cycle the 18-mile Lakefront Trail, dotted with harbors, beaches, restaurants and bars. And don’t forget to explore Navy Pier or to experience a river boat cruise on Lake Michigan.

Accommodations

Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Experience this luxurious hotel located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With breathtaking river and city views, The Royal Sonesta is centrally located within walking distance to the Millennium Park, Lyrics Opera of Chicago, Tribune Tower, Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Zoo, and just 4 miles away from Wrigley Field.

Take a step outside and immerse yourself in the picturesque Chicago Riverwalk for a revitalizing jog or keep up with your workout routine in the state-of-the-art fitness facility featuring the latest cardio and strength training equipment, including a Peloton bike, to elevate your workout. Practice yoga and mindfulness exercises while enjoying the invigorating views of the river.

Experience the inviting ambiance of a loft-like indoor dining room and enjoy a fresh breakfast or delicious dinner at Hoyt’s American Tavern. Satisfy your cravings at Market by choosing a grab-or-go snack or drink from a curated selection of locally-sourced beer, wine, prosecco, and cocktails.

Newly renovated guestrooms feature 1 king or 2 queen* beds (based on hotel availability), complimentary Wi-Fi (excludes meeting room), mini-fridge, flat-screen television, a laptop-size safe, and Keurig coffee maker, iron/board, and more to ensure a comfortable stay. *Rooms with 2 queen beds are extremely limited.

The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is located approximately 13 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and 18 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

From

USD 280 per night

Accommodation Rates and Details

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Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
71 E Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through 5pm CST on April 18, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Hotel room rates are subject to an additional person per room charge for each additional person in a room, over double occupancy. This is approx. $30, per person per night, subject to change.

*Destination Fee is WAIVED for those that book via NWAS/NWWT reservation methods only (otherwise it's approx. $30 + tax, per room, per night). Resort Fee Inclusions: 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center, Basic Wi-Fi for unlimited devices (excludes meeting rooms), 2 bottles of water upon arrival, and $10 Food & Beverage credit at Hoyts. Destination fee inclusions subject to change without notice.

Rooms with 2 Queen beds are extremely limited.

PARKING: The hotel offers self-parking for guests, located at nearby facilities for approximately $58 per car, per night or valet for approx. $75 per night. Parking fees 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.
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.

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
$280 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night plus tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations received by the hotel inside 48 hours of arrival or early departure will forfeit the one night plus tax deposit. No shows will be charged for their entire reserved 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 has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 20 hours Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1044496; Expiration Date 05/25/2025
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

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 March 23rd, 2025 to April 22nd, 2025 . No refund after April 22nd, 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.

Travel at your own risk.

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.