Topics in Emergency Medicine

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

Schedule

Hilton Head, South Carolina
May 15 - 18, 2025

Thursday, May 15

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWAS Staff
0730

Lytes On, Lytes Off

C.Pfennig
0830

A Different Kind of TWOfer: Trauma in Pregnancy

C.Pfennig
0930

Break
0945

Avoiding the Dangerous Incidentalomas: Evidence-Based Recs for Dangerous Discharges

C.Astemborski
1045

ENT Tricks of the Trade

T.Sanson
1145

Stress Me Out: Adrenal Gland Emergencies

C.Pfennig
1245

Adjourn

Friday, May 16

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

A Silent Killer: Pulmonary Embolism

T.Sanson
0830

Papules, Petechiae, Purpura, Oh My: ED Dermatology

C.Pfennig
0930

Break
0945

RESUSCITATIVE Sequence Intubation

C.Pfennig
1045

Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, and Decompensation

C.Astemborski
1145

Operation Pediatric Trauma

C.Astemborski
1245

Adjourn

Saturday, May 17

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Disequilibrium and Discombobulations: Dialysis Complications

C.Astemborski
0830

Combative and Convulsing: Care of the Altered, Agitated Patient

T.Sanson
0930

Break
0945

Resilience: It's About You

T.Sanson
1045

Wait, There Is a Baby in There: Imaging in Pregnancy

C.Pfennig
1145

Airway Triple Threat: Allergy, Anaphylaxis, and Angioedema

C.Pfennig
1245

Adjourn

Sunday, May 18

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Litigation Stress

T.Sanson
0830

Human Trafficking

T.Sanson
0930

Break
0945

Generations in the Workplace

T.Sanson
1045

Flickamickamabs: The Biologics in a Nutshell

C.Astemborski
1145

Red, Swollen, and Hot: Atraumatic Monoarthritis

C.Astemborski
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
4.00 Pharmacology? / 14.00 Clinical Management? / 2.00 Trauma? / 18.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Caroline Astemborski, MD, MEHP

Chief of the Division of Medical Education
Medical Education and Technology Fellowship Director
Department of Emergency Medicine, Prisma Health - Upstate
Assistant Professor
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Clemson University School of Health Research
Clemson, South Carolina

Camiron Leigh Pfennig, MD, MHPE

Associate Vice Chair of Academic Affairs
Emergency Medicine Residency Director
Department of Emergency Medicine, Prisma Health - Upstate
Professor
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Clemson University School of Health Research
Clemson, South Carolina Program Coordinator

Tracy G. Sanson, MD, FACEP

Educator, Coach, Consultant
Founder TracySansonMD, LLC
Lutz, Florida

Location

Hilton Head, South Carolina

Hilton Head Island is a foot-shaped barrier island located off the Atlantic Coast of South Carolina, approximately 45 miles north of Savannah, GA; 90 miles south of Charleston, SC; and 30 miles south of historic Beaufort, SC.

The 12-mile long and 5-mile wide island was the first Eco-Planned destination in the U.S. Considered to be one of the finest resort communities in the United States, Hilton Head welcomes millions of visitors from around the globe each year. It offers a range of options for the active visitor with white sand beaches, dozens of championship golf courses, more than 300 tennis courts, and countless bicycle paths.

Whether you enjoy relaxing on the beach, playing a round of golf, or exploring the area’s lush maritime forests, you’ll discover that Hilton Head Island is a true resort mecca, providing family-friendly fun. Dining: Over 250 restaurants reside on Hilton Head Island, ranging from fast food and gourmet to venues that include all types of ethnic cuisine. For those with a milder palate, the Island also offers great all-American and southern-style fare as well as famous local seafood.

Shopping: More than 200 shops are located on Hilton Head Island, from elegant boutiques and art galleries to an indoor mall with major department stores and specialty shops. The island also has three outlet malls featuring designer brands at significant savings. Other activities include: Diving, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, bicycle riding, horseback riding, parasailing, motorboating, hiking, waterskiing, jet skiing, windsurfing, surfing, and fishing.

Accommodations

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

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This idyllic standout oceanfront destination overlooks the Atlantic Ocean with a beautiful beach and 3 championship golf courses. Located on the #1 ranked US island, as noted by Conde Nast Traveler, Omni Hilton is the premier oceanfront hotel in Hilton Head. With access to 12 miles of white sandy beaches, 11 miles of inland lagoons for fishing and canoeing, tennis courts, dazzling swimming pools, and wellness areas guests can enjoy an enlightening experience. Need to unwind? Ocean Tides Spa offers unparalleled luxury that reflects elements of the coastal setting with an impressive array of treatments to refresh and rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit.

When it's time to dine, Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort features five dining venues on property ranging from fine dining to casual elegance. Still want more? Venture out to nearby Shelter Cover Marina offering watersports, boutique shopping, restaurants, and live entertainment to thrill the entire family.

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort features newly renovated guestrooms. Studio Suites are approx. 530 square feet and feature one king* or two queen-size beds (based on hotel availability). Amenities include mini-kitchen with microwave, small refrigerator, Keurig Coffee maker, dining area, hairdryer iron/board, safe, private balcony, and more. *Studio Suites with a king bed include a sleeper sofa.

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort is located approximately 47.3 miles away from the Savannah/Hilton Head International airport (SAV) and 6.3 miles from the Hilton Head Regional Airport. Self parking for hotel guests is included in the daily resort service charge. Valet parking is available for approx. $30 a day with in and out privileges. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

Rooms starting at

USD 409 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
23 Ocean Lane
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through 5pm EST on April 11, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Rates are per night and subject to 11% tax, $3 per room, per night Chamber of Commerce Fee, and discounted* Resort Fee of $30 plus tax, per room, per night. Taxes and fees subject to change without notice.

*Resort Fee is discounted for those who book their room through NWS/NWWT group reservation methods ONLY (otherwise, it's approx. $35 + tax, per room, per night). Resort Fee includes: Guestroom WiFi access (excludes meeting rooms), courtesy guest shuttle covering a 3-mile radius which covers all of Palmetto Dunes Beach and tennis facilities and Shelter Cove Towne Center & Marina for additional shopping, sports, dining, and entertainment options, Access to a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center, fitness kit available upon request, self parking, access to 3 oceanfront pools including a zero-entry resort pool, family pool with splash zone and adults only tranquility pool (seasonal), In-room Keurig with coffee and tea, sleep kits available upon request, local and toll-free calls, courtesy bottled water at bell stand, Omni kids crew Amenity-Includes milk & cookies arrival amenity, Membership to Select Guest & Discovery Loyalty Program for additional stay benefits-see Loyalty ambassador upon check-in, Access to family friendly courtyard games including ping pong, cornhole, beach volleyball and life size chess/checkers, Access to seasonal resort activities-dive in movies, pool fitness classes, beach yoga, etc, Access to seasonal kids activities. Resort fee pricing and inclusions subject to change without notice.

PARKING: Self-parking is included in the daily resort service charge. Valet parking is available for approx. $30 a day with in and out privileges. 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. $350 penalty will be charged for smoking in guest rooms.
Early departure, late check out and no show fees may apply.
Please review your reservation for accuracy.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.

We have sold out of rooms in our room block. Please book directly with hotel at going rate: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/hilton-head

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
$409 per night

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellation requests received by the hotel inside 72 hours of arrival will forfeit 1 night's stay plus tax. No shows and early departures will be charged for 1 night's stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card deposit for 1 night's stay plus tax is due at time of booking to hold your room. Rate and availability not guaranteed until deposit received.

We have sold out of rooms in our room block. Please book directly with hotel at going rate: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/hilton-head

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 1044426; Expiration Date 05/18/2025

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.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and all other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the emergency medicine specialty or are impacted by it.

Program Purpose

This emergency medicine continuing education series is designed to empower emergency physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and other healthcare providers with the latest knowledge, skills, and best practices essential for providing exemplary care in emergency medical situations. This comprehensive series of courses aims to meet the evolving needs of healthcare practitioners, ensuring they remain proficient, adaptable, and confident in delivering high-quality emergency medical care. By focusing on clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous improvement, this program ensures that participants are equipped with the knowledge, strategies, and skills to provide exceptional care in any emergency situation, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and enhanced healthcare delivery.

Objectives

Improve knowledge, competence, and utilization of the most recent evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
Improve knowledge, skills, and strategies in the timely diagnosis and management of patients with complex comorbidities, emergency medical conditions, and less common conditions.
Increase knowledge of newer pharmacologic agents, thereby improving competence in medication management via anticipation of potential polypharmacy interactions and improved ability to provide sedation in the emergency department.
Increase ability to anticipate, prevent, and manage complications and emergency medical conditions, leading to improved patient outcomes and reduced morbidity and mortality rates.
Strengthen and augment ability to apply and interpret diagnostic testing/imaging used in the emergency department.
Enhance ability to analyze complex situations from an ethical and legal perspective, protecting both patients and healthcare providers.
Refine and strengthen competence in assessing and managing trauma patients, including timely assessment, prioritization of interventions, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.
Improve confidence in ability to perform procedural skills, enhancing patient comfort and providing optimal quality of care.

Course Director

James F. Holmes, Jr., MD, MPH, Director UC Davis KL2 Research Career Training Program, Professor and Executive Vice Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of California Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, California

Medical Director

Mark T. Murphy, MD, Retired Anesthesiologist, St. Petersburg, Florida, Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

MD/DO

$ 1000 Late Registration Fee

$ 265 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 900 Late Registration Fee

$ 245 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 800 Late Registration Fee

$ 220 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 March 16th, 2025 to April 15th, 2025 . No refund after April 15th, 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 days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS/NWS 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.