Critical Care: The Team Approach

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

The Wort Hotel

Schedule

Grand Teton National Park (Jackson Hole), Wyoming
September 29 - October 2, 2025

Monday, September 29

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWS Staff
0730

Sepsis Definitions: What’s in a Name?

T.Osborn
0830

Sepsis Management Updates

T.Osborn
0930

Break
0945

Arrythmias in the ICU

V.Singh
1045

Diastolic Dysfunction of the Heart

V.Singh
1145

Airway

R.Barraco
1245

Adjourn

Tuesday, September 30

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Shock

R.Barraco
0830

Geriatric Trauma

R.Barraco
0930

Break
0945

Vasopressors: What to Use When

T.Osborn
1045

Beyond the Stethoscope: When Physician Becomes Family

T.Osborn
1145

Fluid Management in Neurologically Injured Patients

V.Singh
1245

Adjourn

Wednesday, October 1

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Management of Stroke

V.Singh
0830

Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

V.Singh
0930

Break
0945

Nutrition in the Critically Ill Patient

R.Barraco
1045

Pregnancy and Trauma

R.Barraco
1145

Difficult Conversations

T.Osborn
1245

Adjourn

Thursday, October 2

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

The Harsh Reality of More Demand Than Systems Can Handle: Lessons From COVID

T.Osborn
0830

Leadership Styles

T.Osborn
0930

Break
0945

Geriatric Care in the SICU

R.Barraco
1045

Trauma of the Chest and Abdomen

R.Barraco
1145

Delirium and Dexmedetomidine

V.Singh
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
4.80 Pharmacology? / 15.20 Clinical Management? / 6.00 Trauma? / 19.00 Patient Safety?

Faculty

Robert D. Barraco, MD, MPH, FACS, FCCP

Chief Academic Officer
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Associate Dean for Educational Affairs
Professor of Surgery, Acute Care Surgery
USF Morsani College of Medicine - Lehigh Valley
Allentown, Pennsylvania

Tiffany Osborn, MD, MPH, FCCM, FACEP

Professor of Surgery and Emergency Medicine
Director, Sepsis Quality Initiative
Washington University Department of Surgery
Director of Leadership and Professional Development
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St. Louis, Missouri

Vinodkumar Singh, FRCA, MRCP, FFICM

Professor
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham VA Medical Center
Birmingham, Alabama

Location

Grand Teton National Park (Jackson Hole), Wyoming

Towering more than a mile above the valley known as Jackson Hole, the Grand Teton rises to 13,770 feet above sea level. Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway offer a variety of activities such as traditional mountain hiking, wildlife viewing, photography, climbing, swimming, boating, floating, canoeing, fishing, and biking. In addition to grand mountain vistas, the Tetons host some of the best wildlife hideouts from birds to bison.

This area has superior wildlife viewing opportunities, especially early or late in the day. Expect to see a variety of waterfowl, moose, deer, elk, bison, and birds of all kinds. There is also unique shopping, excellent dining, and luxurious spa experiences to be had here.

PARK ENTRY FEES: $35 per private vehicle; $30 for a motorcycle; or $20 for each visitor 16 years and older entering by foot, bicycle, ski, etc. These fees provide the visitor with a 7-day entrance permit for Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway only. Yellowstone National Park has a separate entrance fee. https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/fees.htm

Accommodations

The Wort Hotel

Since opening in 1941, The Wort Hotel has exemplified historic charm and is nationally recognized as one of the finest boutique hotels in Jackson Hole. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Wort Hotel receives numerous awards and accolades. Ideally located, you'll be just one half-block from the Town Square and iconic famous Antler Arches and a short walk to art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, and nightlife.

The Wort Hotel is also a must-see for the Western fine art enthusiast. The Hotel contains over 175 pieces of original contemporary and traditional Western Art, valued at over $1.2 million. For those looking to shop, you'll find the Silver Dollar Mercantile offering The Wort Hotel and Silver Dollar merchandise plus unique gifts.

Across the street are The Wort Plaza Shops, a collection of upscale boutiques, gourmet artisan chocolate shop, western art gallery, and more. Additional hotel amenities include jacuzzis and a fitness center. When it's time to eat, take a step back in time at The Wort Hotel's famous Silver Dollar Bar & Grill. Enjoy elevated Western cuisine in an intimate setting with an extensive wine list as well as a family-friendly "Little Buckaroos" Menu. The Silver Dollar Bar features streetside windows that are perfect for people-watching and a great menu of signature items like burgers and elk gyros, plus a large wine list and unique cocktails. The Silver Dollar Showroom is Jackson's premier downtown music venue, inside The Silver Dollar Bar featuring local and regional bands.

Spacious guest rooms are appointed with custom-designed Western furnishings, goose down comforters and fine linens, executive refrigerators, original artwork and décor, lavish bathrobes, clock radios with MP3 connections, plush “Silver Dollar Sam” teddy bears, and signature yellow rose. Additional features include spa-quality bathroom amenities, Keurig coffee maker, safe, humidifier, iron/board, and more. Deluxe Rooms are approximately 350 square feet and feature two Queen Beds or one King Bed (based on hotel availability; rooms with 1 King bed are extremely limited).

The Wort Hotel also makes a convenient home base for exploring Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and is only 10 miles from the Jackson Hole Airport (JAC).

Registration and guest rooms for this location are extremely limited - don't delay to avoid disappointment!

From

USD 569 per night

Accommodation Rates and Details

External Booking Url
https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=27301&Chain=10237&group=NWSCC25

The Wort Hotel
50 Glenwood St
Jackson, WY 83001

Discounted group rates are available for reservations made through August 12, 2025 or until the group block is full, whichever occurs first. Rooms with 1 King bed are extremely limited. Registration and guest rooms for this location are extremely limited - don't delay to avoid disappointment!

Group room rate include complimentary entry into the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar (a $5-$15 per person value), nightly turndown service with Silver Dollar chocolate, in-room wireless Internet, self-parking in The Wort Hotel private parking lot, use of the Fitness Center and jacuzzis, and in-room coffee.

Room rates are subject to tax, currently 11% plus a 4.44% community service charge. Taxes and fees subject to change without notice.

A $5 per room, per night housekeeping gratuity and a one-time per person porterage fee of $12 are the suggested gratuities.

The entire premises of The Wort Hotel are non-smoking (including all outlets and guest rooms). Damages up to $500 will apply for any guest smoking in rooms or hotel facilities and will be billing to the individual guest folio.

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.
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.
Group Code: NWSCC25
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.

Rooms starting at
$569 per night

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations of room reservations received by the hotel inside 30 days of arrival as well as no-shows or early departures will be charged for entire reserved stay plus tax. Firm hotel policy - no exceptions for any reasons including weather, travel or health-related cancellations. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 2 night's stay and tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.

Group room rates only available via NWS/NWWT reservation link.

Group Code: NWSCC25

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 1044669; Expiration Date 10/02/2025

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

$ 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 July 31st, 2025 to August 30th, 2025 . No refund after August 30th, 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.