Kona, Hawaii
October 6 - 10, 2025
Kona, Hawaii
October 6 - 10, 2025
Professor of Neurology, Ken and Ruth Davee Department of Neurology
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Professor Emeritus of Neurological Sciences, Neurosurgery, Anesthesiology, and Internal Medicine
Rush Medical College
Chicago, Illinois
Director, Neurocritical Care Fellowship
Northwestern University
Founding Past President, The Neurocritical Care Society
Senior Editor, Critical Care Medicine
Clinical Professor of Anesthesia and CCM
Florida State University School of Medicine
Director Cardiovascular and Vascular Intensive Care Unit
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
Associate Professor of Medicine
Director, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Medstar Georgetown University
Washington, District of Columbia
On the Big Island, you'll find diverse rainforest ecosystems, tumbling waterfalls, and a warm and compelling culture whose people embody an authentic and heartfelt Aloha Spirit. The Kohala Coast, also referred to as the Gold Coast because of year round sunshine, stretches of beautiful white sand beaches, and spectacular championship golf courses, is located on the west coast of the Big Island, north of the Kona Coast. The Kohala Coast is Hawaii's golf mecca with world-class courses carved out of ancient lava flows, nestled among historical Hawaiian landmarks and fronting some of the most beautiful coastline of the Pacific. Waimea is home to Parker Ranch where fluorescent green pastures give way to lush valleys and a host of vibrant natural greens.
Within short driving distances of your hotel you can play tennis or go horseback riding. Take a hike into spectacular valleys (Waipio Valley and Pololu Valley are a hiker's paradise) and to hidden waterfalls. Explore the Pacific waters with tropical fish and turtles, go deep sea fishing, scuba diving, or boogie boarding. Visit the world's most famous observatories on majestic Mauna Kea (13,796 feet) for incredible scenery and star gazing. Watch for manta rays at night, delight in a helicopter flight over an active volcano, or go on a sunset cruise. Spring for a guided tour and discover places you normally would not find, be allowed to visit or explore on your own. Walk to ancient fish ponds, sacred Hawaiian sites, heiaus, and petroglyphs on the Big Island.
Puukohola Heiau, built by King Kamehameha in Kawaihae next to Spencer Beach Park, is worth a visit to learn and experience Hawaiian history. Flume the historic Kohala Sugar Plantation irrigation ditch by kayak on a unique eco-tour. Last but not least, the Kohala Coast shoreline offers plenty of opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, and watching Humpback whales. We advise booking a rental car well in advance.
Located on Hapuna Beach, part of Mauna Kea Resort, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort stretches along its namesake white-sand beach on the Island of Hawaii. The Kohala Coast is known for its world-class shoreline as well as for the cultural and archaeological gems nestled between its centuries-old lava fields. This resort's contemporary style contrasts perfectly with the lush, manicured gardens and the endless blues of the sky and the ocean. Enjoy several dining venues throughout the Mauna Kea Beach Resort complex. Hit the links on the award-winning 18-hole Hapuna Golf Course designed by Arnold Palmer. Cool off in two swimming pools, including a 6,800-square-foot free-form family pool and an adult-exclusive infinity pool, overlooking Hapuna Beach. Stay on the top of your game in The WestinWorkout Center and Crossfit Studio or unwind with a luxurious treatment in the full-service Hapuna Spa.
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort features oversized guest rooms, all with beautiful ocean and sunset-facing views from their private lanai (balcony). Guest rooms are designed for Hawaii’s tropical ocean breezes with a brilliant double entry door design that allows guests to open the solid door and secure an outer one, with its wooden privacy louvers, for airflow. With the lanai door also open, sweet tropical breezes, and sounds of the ocean fill the room. Other amenities include 1 King or 2 Queen Westin Heavenly beds (based on hotel availability), coffee/tea maker, mini fridge, flat-screen TV, and much more.
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort is located 22 miles from the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). Self-parking and valet parking is reduced for NWAS attendees to $15 + tax, per day (normally $30 + tax, per day). Maximum 1 vehicle per room. Parking fees subject to change without notice.
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Credit card for 2 nights + tax deposit required at time of booking to hold your room.
Group room rates only available via NWS/NWWT reservation link.
Cancellations of room reservations accepted without penalty up to 15 days prior to arrival. Cancellations received by the hotel inside 14 days of arrival will forfeit 2 night's stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Early departure fees apply.
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 and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
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.
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.
Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington
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.
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.
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.
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