Critical Care: The Team Approach

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Montage Palmetto Bluff

Schedule

Palmetto Bluff (Bluffton), South Carolina
August 6 - 9, 2024

Tuesday, August 6

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWS Staff
0730

Introduction to Cardiac Ultrasound

C.Jelly
0830

Ultrasound in Shock States

C.Jelly
0930

Break
0945

Bedside Procedures in the ICU

K.Pei
1045

Arrythmias I

R.Lenhardt
1145

Arrhythmias II

R.Lenhardt
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, August 7

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Trauma Resuscitation

K.Pei
0830

Trauma-Induced Coagulopathy and ROTEM / TEG

K.Pei
0930

Break
0945

Update in Emergency Airway Management

R.Lenhardt
1045

Acute Stroke: A Review of Modern Guidelines

R.Lenhardt
1145

Introduction to Lung Ultrasound

C.Jelly
1245

Adjourn

Thursday, August 8

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Assessment of LV Systolic Function

C.Jelly
0830

Assessment of RV Systolic Function

C.Jelly
0930

Break
0945

Nontraditional Vasopressors

K.Pei
1045

Traumatic Brain Injury and ICU Management

K.Pei
1145

Glucose Control in the ICU

R.Lenhardt
1245

Adjourn

Friday, August 9

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Sedatives in Neurocritical Care

R.Lenhardt
0830

Management of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

R.Lenhardt
0930

Break
0945

Continuous Antibiotic Infusions: What Is the Evidence?

K.Pei
1045

Management of VV ECMO for Noncardiac Surgery

C.Jelly
1145

Gastric and Airway Ultrasound

C.Jelly
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
4.70 Pharmacology? / 15.30 Clinical Management? / 5.00 Trauma? / 20.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Christina Jelly, MD

Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Co-Director of POCUS
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee

Rainer Lenhardt, MD, MBA

Professor and Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, Kentucky

Kevin Y. Pei, MD, MHSEd, FACS

Professor of Surgery
Vice Chair of Academic Affairs and Education Innovation
Department of Surgery
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
NYU Langone Health
New York, New York

Location

Palmetto Bluff (Bluffton), South Carolina

Known as one of the benchmarks in Lowcountry living as one of the finest communities in the Southeast. Palmetto Bluff is a small quaint community that combines privacy and extensive amenities near Hilton Head. Enriched by wilderness, rivers, and salt marshes, and the aromatic smells of nature, Palmetto Bluff is an experience like no other.

Palmetto Bluff has a diverse amount of things to do from visiting the Fort Pulaski National Monument, Cockspur Island Lighthouse, Tybee Island Marine Science Center, to the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy Palmetto Bluff's scenic views from the 20 miles of trails throughout the area that are open to the public. Hike, bike, or walk the trails in these beautiful wooded areas. No trip to Palmetto Bluff is complete without a Lowcountry keepsake to take home with you. Some of the best Southern makers and artisans call this area home, and you can browse their wares in retail locations around the Bluff.

Dining around Palmetto Bluff can be a luxury experience. With restaurants like the Octagon which has an elegant southern feel, the River House which gives an organic new American elegance, or the Canoe Club that specializes in coastal cuisine.

Accommodations

Montage Palmetto Bluff

Set between Hilton Head and Savannah, Montage Palmetto Bluff is nestled by the May River in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Montage Palmetto Bluff is the classic southern escape you have been looking for. With beautifully enriched wilderness, rivers, and salt marshes in this 20,000-acre community.

Montage Palmetto Bluff is a beautiful resort that provides the best views of the forest and lagoon. Run of House guest rooms feature amenities such as 1 King or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), LCD Smart TV and stereo, Nespresso Coffee Machine, mini refrigerator, safe, iron/board, steamer, hairdryer, and more. Montage Palmetto Bluff also offers an array of hotel amenities like biking and fishing equipment, afternoon porching, nightly S'mores, and daily demonstrations of classic dishes like Shrimp 'n grits and hoppin' John. With so many things to do from tubing, kayaking, and shelling at sunset everyone can enjoy the luxurious accommodations from Montage Palmetto Bluff.

The eateries at the Montage Palmetto are just as equally exciting to rave about. From the Canteen where you can pick up coffee, breakfast, paninis, and wraps to Octagon where Carolina cuisine alongside cocktails, wines, and local craft beer, or you can even enjoy some delicious freshly churned ice cream at Melt. The restaurants at Palmetto Bluff aim to please palates of all sorts.

Montage Palmetto Bluff is located approximately 10.9 miles away from the Hilton Head Airport (HHH) and 20 miles from Savannah airport (SAV). Montage Palmetto Bluff offers Airport shuttle service for a fee that can be arranged with the concierge. Valet parking is approx. $30 per car, per night. Self-parking is not available. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

Rooms starting at

USD 479 per night *

Accommodation Rates and Details

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Montage Palmetto Bluff
477 Mount Pelia Rd
Bluffton, SC 29910

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through 5pm (EDT) June 19, 2024 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Room rates are per night and subject to the prevailing room tax, which is currently 12% plus a daily resort fee of $50 plus 7% tax. Porterage fee of $17 total, per person, round trip applies. Tax, resort fee, and portage are subject to change without notice.

Daily Resort fee includes:
-High speed WiFi (excludes meeting rooms)
-Bicycles and Biking Equipment
-Fishing Equipment
-Croquet and Bocce Ball
-Morning Coffee in the Lobby
-Two Fitness Facilities
-Daily Exercise Classes
-Afternoon Porching
-Nightly S'mores
-Gratuity for Concierge
-Property Shuttles
-Cadillac Ride and Drive Program

PARKING: Valet parking is approx. $30 per car, per night. Self parking is not available. 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 and pet-free. Guests smoking inside the Hotel, or having a pet occupied room, are in violation of these policies and will result in a cleaning surcharge up to $1,000 applied to the individual Guest’s folio.
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 NWS/NWWT reservation link (which will open for reservations approximately 1 year prior to the meeting).

Rooms starting at
$479 per night

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night's room plus tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room. Approximately seven (7) days prior to your arrival, the hotel will charge your credit card on file for the remaining room nights plus tax. Rooms are limited and available only through NWS/NWWT reservation link. Rate and availability not guaranteed until your deposit is received.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted by hotel without penalty until 7 days prior to arrival. Cancellation received by hotel inside 7 days of arrival will forfeit their entire stay plus tax. Early departure and no-shows feels apply. If you are are a complete no-show or depart early, you will be charged a penalty for your your 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 1043910; Expiration Date 08/09/2024

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: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (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, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and all other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the critical care specialty or are impacted by it.

Program Purpose

This continuing education program is designed for healthcare professionals working in critical care settings. The program aims to provide attendees with the latest updates and advancements in critical care, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge to optimize patient outcomes. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and discussion with faculty/peers, attendees will learn about the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices for managing critically ill patients.

Objectives

Bolster knowledge, competence, and utilization of the most recent evidence-based critical care clinical practice guidelines.
Expand competence in the management of patients with complex comorbidities and less common medical conditions, thereby improving patient outcomes and safety.
Improve skills/strategies in managing mechanical ventilation for patients with complex respiratory conditions.
Increase knowledge and competence in effectively interpreting and applying hemodynamic monitoring data to guide patient care.
Enhance ability to analyze complex situations from an ethical and legal perspective, protecting both patients and healthcare providers.
Refine and strengthen physician competence in the prevention and management of common complications in critically ill patients.
Strengthen and augment ability to apply and interpret diagnostic testing/imaging used in critical care.
Augment recognition and coping strategies to mitigate the effects of workplace stressors and burnout and achieve well-being in the clinical setting.

Course Director

Stuart Lowson, BSc, MBBs, MRCP, FRCA, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, Co-Director Surgical Trauma ICU, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia

Medical Director

Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

MD/DO

$ 1000 Late Registration Fee

$ 260 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 900 Late Registration Fee

$ 230 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 800 Late Registration Fee

$ 210 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 June 7th, 2024 to July 7th, 2024 . No refund after July 7th, 2024; 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.