Critical Care: The Team Approach

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
April 27 - May 2, 2025

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This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Beaches Resort and Spa, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Schedule

Critical Care: The Team Approach

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
April 27 - May 2, 2025

Sunday, April 27
  • 0730
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0755
    Welcome
    NWS Staff
  • 0800
    Mechanical Ventilation: Does the Mode Matter?
    L.Morrow
  • 0900
    Ventilator Graphics
    L.Morrow
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Analgosedation in Critical Care
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1115
    The Physiologically Difficult Airway
    P.Thangudu
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Monday, April 28
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Management of RV Failure in the Emergency Department
    P.Thangudu
  • 0900
    Management of High-Risk Pulmonary Embolism
    P.Thangudu
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    The Surviving Sepsis Campaign: Perpetuating Myths Since 2001
    L.Morrow
  • 1115
    Acute Stroke: A Review of Modern Guidelines
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Tuesday, April 29
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Arrythmias I
    R.Lenhardt
  • 0900
    Arrhythmias II
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Massive Transfusion Protocol in Non-Traumatic Patients
    P.Thangudu
  • 1115
    From Swan to Cheetah: Hemodynamic Monitoring in the ICU
    L.Morrow
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Wednesday, April 30 - Day Open
Thursday, May 1
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    Managing the Obese ICU Patient
    L.Morrow
  • 0900
    Managing Organ Donors in Your ICU
    L.Morrow
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    Glucose Control in the ICU
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1115
    Acute Severe Asthma
    P.Thangudu
  • 1215
    Adjourn
Friday, May 2
  • 0745
    Registration - Mandatory Sign In
  • 0800
    E-CPR: Why?
    P.Thangudu
  • 0900
    Post-Cardiac Arrest Management
    P.Thangudu
  • 1000
    Break
  • 1015
    You Won't Believe What I Saw in the ICU Today
    L.Morrow
  • 1115
    Management of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    R.Lenhardt
  • 1215
    Adjourn

Faculty

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

Lee Morrow, MD, MSc, FCP, FCCP, FCCM, ATSF

Professor of Medicine and Professor of Pharmacy
Creighton University
Chief Medical Officer
Live On Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska

Pavan Thangudu, MD

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

Location

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

Providenciales, often called Provo, is one of seven inhabited islands in the 40-island chain, Turks and Caicos, which forms the southeast tip of the Bahamas. This heavenly, 38-mile-long island set in crystal turquoise waters boasts a 14-mile-long white sand beach and provides spectacular scuba diving and snorkeling opportunities. Beautiful tropical fish flow in schools across the reef; eagle rays, sharks, turtles, dolphins, and manta rays are seen with some regularity in these waters. These dive sites are pristine, many seeming to be untouched by man. However, there is one creature in these waters who seems to prefer the company of humans. Jojo the Dolphin regularly leaves his comrades at sea to join the swimmers in Grace Bay.

Is there anything for the non-diver? Aside from the unsurpassed opportunity to relax and enjoy the warmth of the sun, breathe the pure air, and walk the sugar beach, Provo hosts the only 18-hole golf course in Turks and Caicos. Windsurf, yacht, fish, play tennis, work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center, or bicycle. Take a drive, tour by scooter, or hop a chartered boat or flight to some of the uninhabited islands for beachcombing “par excellence,” or explore the artifacts and buildings of an old sisal and salt industry. Enjoy varied cuisine and meet new friends in a variety of nightclubs.

Accommodations

Beaches Resort and Spa

Just two hours from Miami, Beaches Resort and Spa is nestled amid groves of palms and tropical foliage that fronts a 12-mile stretch of pristine beach. For everyone who has ever dreamed of getting away from it all and finding a tropical hideaway far removed from all the hustle, bustle, fuss and muss of modern life—Turks & Caicos is that rarest of discoveries, a true island escape.

Experience a one-of-a-kind, unbelievably exciting Beaches all-inclusive Turks & Caicos vacation for the whole family! Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort was named "Winner of 2021 Top Resorts in the Atlantic" by Condé Nast Traveler's Annual Readers’ Choice and "Best for Families: Readers' Choice" by Islands Magazine All Inclusive Awards 2020. This amazing resort features a 45,000 square-foot waterpark, 21 gourmet restaurants, a 12-mile beach lapped by clear turquoise waters, and 10 impressive pools. There are endless fun activities for everyone from tots to tweens and teens, featuring Sesame Street® characters, an Xbox Play Lounge and a sizzlin' teen disco—all located on Grace Bay, voted 2020's World’s #1 Best Beach by TripAdvisor Travelers.

Pamper yourself with a soul-and body-renewing treatment at the heavenly Red Lane® Spa. Surrender to the sunshine in your chaise lounge drawn right up to the Caribbean Sea or be active. Every water sport imaginable is included along with top-of-the-line equipment and professional instruction. Beaches includes a full range of water sports like kayaks, windsurfing, hydrobikes, PADI® Certified scuba driving*, snorkeling, Hobie Cats, paddles boards, and much more. Splash, swim and sip the day away with new friends at a sparkling swim-up pool bar. For kids and kids at heart, Pirates Island Waterpark at Beaches Turks & Caicos is a fantasy world filled with gigantic waterslides, kid-friendly pools and swim-up soda bars. There are also water cannons, whirlpools and lazy river journeys, as well as the SurfStream® Surf Simulator. From the sands to the courts, Beaches includes unlimited land sports so there are no limits to what you can play. And don't forget about the numerous entertainment and nightlife options providing fun for all ages! Have the time of your life at Beaches and experience your very own playground in the heart of the gorgeous tropics.

Book today as this location sells out months in advance every year!

Legendary All-inclusive Concept includes 7 nights accommodations (Sat-Sat), all hotel gratuities and taxes, hotel porterage, unlimited 5-Star Global Gourmet, complimentary welcome beverage, unlimited premium brand spirits, basic Wi-Fi Internet, nightly entertainment, access to the fitness center, access to steam and sauna rooms (treatments are an additional cost), land and water sports including scuba diving included for certified divers*, and roundtrip airport transfers in Turks & Caicos (transportation gratuities are an additional cost, suggested at $2/bag).

Please be aware:

The Beaches Resort and Spa is an all-inclusive resort. If you choose to stay elsewhere, you will be charged per person per day for entry into the resort, even if you are only attending the seminar.

Please see the cost below for a day pass at Beaches Turks & Caicos:

DAY PASS: 10am to 6pm
Adult: $370, Child: $180

FULL DAY PASS: 10am to 12am
Adult: $700, Child: $180

This is a firm resort policy. This fee is subject to change without notice at the discretion of resort management.

*Please note: Scuba diving at the resort is geared toward the novice and is offered in the mornings which conflicts with scheduled meeting times.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations accepted without penalty December 19, 2024. Cancellations, reduction in occupancy or length of stay, changes in room type or no-show after December 19, 2024 will result in loss of the full reservation amount. No exceptions for any reason. This includes weather, health, or travel related issues. 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. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

$1,500 per person deposit via credit card is required at time of booking to hold your room. Balance due no later than December 19, 2024 and credit card will be charged automatically. Rooms are limited and available only through us. Rate and availability not guaranteed until deposit received.

General Information

Beaches Resort

Lower Bight Rd
The Bight Settlement TKCA 1ZZ
Turks & Caicos Islands

The discounted group rate is available for reservations made through December 19, 2024 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first. Hotel sells out months in advance, so plan accordingly. 7 night, Saturday to Saturday stay required to receive discounted group room rates (Arr 4/26/25, Dept 5/3/25).

Luxury All-Inclusive Package Includes: 7 nights accommodations, all hotel gratuities and taxes, hotel porterage, 21 gourmet restaurants, complimentary welcome beverage, basic Wi-Fi Internet, nightly entertainment, access to fitness center, unlimited premium brand alcohol, access to steam and sauna rooms (treatments are an additional cost), land and water sports including scuba diving included for certified divers, and roundtrip airport transfers in Turks & Caicos (transportation gratuities are an additional cost, suggested at $2/bag). Gratuities not included for those with Butler service.

• Child rate (ages 2-15 sharing with an adult) ADD $541 per child.
• Bed types are a request only and are NOT guaranteed.
• 7 night stay required Arrive April 26, Depart May 3, 2025.
• Higher category suites may be available upon request, call 1-800-222-6927.

Run of House Caribbean Village: (Max occupancy of four people) (SOLD OUT)
Run of House Caribbean Village: Single Occupancy - $6,160
Run of House Caribbean Village: Double Occupancy - $8,278
Run of House Caribbean Village: Triple Occupancy - $9,048
Run of House Caribbean Village: Quad Occupancy - $9,818

Run of House French Village Room: (Max occupancy of four people) (SOLD OUT)
Run of House French Village Room: Single Occupancy - $6,320
Run of House French Village Room: Double Occupancy - $8,547
Run of House French Village Room: Triple Occupancy - $9,240
Run of House French Village Room: Quad Occupancy - $9,933

Italian Concierge Family Suite with Kid’s Room V2 (Max occupancy 6 people total - Max 3 adults) (SOLD OUT)
Italian Concierge Family Suite with Kid’s Room: Single Occupancy - $10,742
Italian Concierge Family Suite with Kid’s Room: Double Occupancy - $14,438
Italian Concierge Family Suite with Kid’s Room: Triple Occupancy - $14,977

PLEASE BE AWARE:
The Beaches Resort and Spa is an all-inclusive resort. If you choose to stay elsewhere, you will be charged per person per day for entry into the resort, even if you are only attending the seminar. This is a firm resort policy. This fee is subject to change without notice at the discretion of resort management.

Approximate Beaches Turks & Caicos Day Pass costs per person, per day, per day:
HALF DAY PASS – 10am to 6pm
Adult: $370, Child: $180

FULL DAY PASS – 10am to 12am
Adult: $700, Child: $180

Scuba diving at the resort is geared toward the novice and is offered in the mornings which conflicts with scheduled meeting times.

Breakfast will NOT be served at this meeting. Breakfast is included in the Resort's all-inclusive package for those that book via NWS/NWWT. Please plan to eat prior to the meeting.

Call us at 800-222-6927 for hotel room availability.

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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 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 1044367; Expiration Date 05/02/2025
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
    $ 1025 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 1075 Late Registration Fee
    $ 230 Daily Rate
  • CRNA/PA
    $ 950 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 975 Late Registration Fee
    $ 210 Daily Rate
  • Resident/RN/Others
    $ 850 Regular Registration Fee
    $ 875 Late Registration Fee
    $ 190 Daily Rate

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.

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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.

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