Critical Care: The Team Approach

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

SpringHill Suites Moab

Schedule

Moab (Arches and Canyonlands National Parks), Utah
October 13 - 16, 2025

Monday, October 13

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWS Staff
0730

Applied Respiratory Physiology for Critical Care

S.Akhtar
0830

Perioperative Myocardial Infarction

S.Akhtar
0930

Break
0945

Update in Emergency Airway Management

R.Lenhardt
1045

Acute Stroke: A Review of Modern Guidelines

R.Lenhardt
1145

Acute Severe Asthma

P.Thangudu
1245

Adjourn

Tuesday, October 14

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

E-CPR: Why?

P.Thangudu
0830

Post-Cardiac Arrest Management

P.Thangudu
0930

Break
0945

Sedation in the ICU

S.Akhtar
1045

Pharmacological Management of Delirium

S.Akhtar
1145

Fluids in Neurocritical Care

R.Lenhardt
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, October 15

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Arrythmias I

R.Lenhardt
0830

Arrhythmias II

R.Lenhardt
0930

Break
0945

Management of High-Risk Pulmonary Embolism

P.Thangudu
1045

Management of RV Failure in the Emergency Department

P.Thangudu
1145

Geriatric Critical Care: Focus on Cardiopulmonary Complications

S.Akhtar
1245

Adjourn

Thursday, October 16

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Renal Failure

S.Akhtar
0830

Glycemic Control in the ICU

S.Akhtar
0930

Break
0945

Massive Transfusion Protocol in Non-Traumatic Patients

P.Thangudu
1045

Management of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

R.Lenhardt
1145

Management of the Brain-Dead Donor

R.Lenhardt
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
5.40 Pharmacology? / 14.60 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Trauma? / 20.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Shamsuddin Akhtar, MD

Section Chief, Critical Care Anesthesiology Fellowship
Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Pharmacology
Director Anesthesia Critical Care
Past-President Society for Advancement of Geriatric Anesthesia
Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, Connecticut

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

Pavan Thangudu, MD

Intensivist MD
Pulmonary Embolism Response Team Director
Houston Critical Care MD
The Woodlands, Texas

Location

Moab (Arches and Canyonlands National Parks), Utah

Majestic rock formations, stunning canyons, scenic rivers, and forests are only a sample of the natural wonders that make up Moab, Utah. Visitors from all over the world come to Moab for its easy access to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, where soaring pinnacles and massive arches of red rock capture the unique geology of this desert landscape. At Arches National Park, enjoy the outdoors with challenging hiking trails, rock climbing, and horseback tours. Canyonlands National Park features several areas of interest including the expansive views from Island in the Sky, the colorful striated spires of The Needles rock formation, and Horseshoe Canyon's American Indian rock art collection.

Explore Moab's quaint downtown area where visitors can relax while browsing shops and galleries for that perfect souvenir. Moab boasts the perfect climate for year-round outdoor events and festivals featuring food, music, art, and more. Close proximity to the Colorado River makes Moab an ideal location for watersports enthusiasts including family-oriented whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, fishing, and more. Get a bird's eye view from above on a hot-air balloon ride or kick up some dust on an ATV tour.

Those that wish to visit nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are required to purchase a recreational pass. For details, visit https://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm and https://www.nps.gov/cany/index.htm

Accommodations

SpringHill Suites Moab

SpringHill Suites Moab is the closest hotel to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, making it a convenient home base for your adventures. Soak up the sun or take a refreshing dip after a full day of exploring in one of two stunning pools, three hot tubs, and a kid's canyon complete with a splash pad. Begin the day with the hotel's complimentary hot breakfast buffet or purchase a quick snack in the 24-Hour Corner Market.

Get in a workout at the 24-hour fitness center or stay productive at the business center. After a full day of exploring, relax in your spacious suites equipped with flat-screen TVs, complimentary WiFi, refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, alarm clock, hair dryer, iron/board, and more. King Suites feature 1 King bed plus 1 Twin-size Pullout Trundle Sofa Bed. Queen Suites feature 2 Queen Beds plus 1 Twin-size Pullout Trundle Sofa Bed. Families will appreciate the Family Suites with 1 King Bed plus 1 Full/Twin Bunkbed and Twin-size Pullout Trundle Sofa Bed.

SpringHill Suites Moab is located approximately a 5-minute drive from Arches National Park, 28 miles from Canyonlands National Park, 15 miles from Canyonlands Field Regional Airport (CNY), 111 miles from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), and 237 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Having a rental car for this location is recommended so you can have the freedom to explore. Advance reservations are suggested.

From

USD 349 per night

Accommodation Rates and Details

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SpringHill Suites Moab
1865 N Highway 191
Moab, Utah 84532

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through August 28, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first.

Rates are per night and are subject to 11.42% tax. Tax and service charge rates subject to change without notice.

Room rates include complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily served from 6am-9:30am (hours subject to change).

PARKING: Complimentary on-site parking

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.
Hotel and guest rooms are non-smoking. Hotel will post a $250 cleaning fee to the account of any guest who smokes in their guest room.
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.
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.

Those that wish to visit nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are required to purchase a recreational pass. For details, visit https://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm and https://www.nps.gov/cany/index.htm

Rooms starting at
$349 per night

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations accepted until 2 days prior to arrival. Cancellations received by hotel inside 2 days of arrival will be charged a penalty of 1 night's stay plus tax.

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.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 night's room, tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable) required at the time of booking to reserve your room. Group room rates only available via NWS/NWWT reservation link.

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 1045096; Expiration Date 10/16/2025

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, 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

$ 925 Early Registration Fee

$ 975 Regular Registration Fee

$ 1000 Late Registration Fee

$ 260 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 825 Early Registration Fee

$ 875 Regular Registration Fee

$ 900 Late Registration Fee

$ 230 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 725 Early Registration Fee

$ 775 Regular Registration Fee

$ 800 Late Registration Fee

$ 210 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 August 14th, 2025 to September 13th, 2025 . No refund after September 13th, 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.

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.