EKG Interpretation Seminar
Diagnostic Skills for Myocardial Ischemia, Injury, Infarction, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks

Chicago, Illinois
May 21, 2025

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This workshop offers 8.00 credits

Accommodations

Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown

Schedule

EKG Interpretation Seminar
Diagnostic Skills for Myocardial Ischemia, Injury, Infarction, Axis Deviation, Bundle Branch Blocks, and Fascicular Blocks

Chicago, Illinois
May 21, 2025

Wednesday, May 21
  • 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

Faculty

Mark Alan Kossick, DNSc, CRNA (Ret.)

Professor Emeritus
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina
Educational Consultant
Dunnellon, Florida

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, Chicago, IL

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).

Rooms starting at
$280 per night
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CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations received by the hotel inside 48 hours of arrival and no-shows will forfeit the one night plus tax deposit. Early departure fees may apply. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

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

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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 8 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 8 hours Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1044252; Expiration Date 09/08/2025
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 8 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 8 contact hours.
AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

Tuition

  • MD/DO
    $ 525 Early Registration Fee
    - Daily Rate
    $ 575 Late Registration Fee
    $ 575 Regular Registration Fee
  • CRNA/PA
    $ 550 Late Registration Fee
    $ 550 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 500 Early Registration Fee
    - Daily Rate
  • Resident/RN/Others
    $ 525 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 475 Early Registration Fee
    - Daily Rate
    $ 525 Late Registration Fee
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