Accommodations

The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef

Schedule

Location

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

St. Thomas offers glimmering bays, shimmering seas, powdery beaches, towering green hills, a languorous climate, relaxed lifestyle, and unsurpassed shopping. Natural beauty and man’s bounty are waiting to make your vacation one that will be long remembered and likely repeated. The Virgin Islands lie in the vast crescent chain of the Caribbean Islands, 1000 miles from Miami and 1500 from New York, with the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea washing their shores. With year-round temperatures between 70 and 90 degrees, the Virgin Islands assure visitors one beautiful balmy day after another.

No visit to St. Thomas would be complete without exploring Charlotte Amalie. Fascinating architecture, beautiful houses of worship, and intriguing museums are just some of the things to discover while walking through its narrow streets. A climb up the town’s famous 99 Steps or a ride on the Tram will reward you with a spectacular view of the harbor. A multitude of activities and breathtaking views from such places as Mountain Top, Drake’s Seat, and Paradise Point will make your stay even more memorable. Amaze yourself with St. Thomas’ natural wonders underwater at the island’s unique Coral World aquarium. Embark on a treasure hunt for one-of-a-kind pieces of art at Tillet Gardens. Discover limitless bargains on brand-name, quality merchandise whether you shop the historic streets of downtown or Havensight Mall. A $1,600 duty-free allowance for U.S. citizens makes shopping a must and with a selection of fine wine, jewelry, perfume, artwork, clothing, crafts, and more, you’ll want to get something for everyone on your list - especially yourself!

The sports enthusiast can enjoy a myriad of adventures on land and sea. Active visitors and sun worshipers alike will flock to St. Thomas’ 40 beaches for sport fishing, yachting, boat racing, parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, jet skiing, or sunbathing. Mariners will appreciate the massive charter yacht fleet on St. Thomas, where for the price of a hotel room you can experience a luxurious high-seas adventure complete with gourmet meals and beverages, water-sports equipment, and more. Divers and snorkelers will love the crystal waters and abundant sea life.

Accommodations

The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef

High atop the sparkling Caribbean, The Westin Beach Resort and Spa at Frenchman's Reef has been re-imagined into a tropical paradise. Coral reefs that surround the island leave an abundance of natural elements of richly colorful views that will make this location the perfect unique experience.

The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef has eateries with options to delight everyone. Choose from family-friendly American eats from Shorebird, enjoy coastal Mediterranean delights under picturesque moonlight over the ocean at Lunar Mar, or grab a poke bowl, sushi, and sashimi at the Asian-fusion restaurant Sugarfin.

Take a dip in one of three ocean-view pools, or enjoy your time at the beach snorkeling or with relaxing water sports. Kids will enjoy the Scuba Club Adventure Center which offers active, engaging, and fun playtime with their peers. Be pampered in the Heavenly Spa by Westin offering a sanctuary of self-care and the latest in rejuvenating health treatments plus full salon services or stay on top of your routine in the Frenchman's Reef Fitness Center.

Local attractions like Tree Limin' Zipline, Skyride to Paradise Point, Pirates Treasure Museum, discover shopping and sightseeing in Charlotte Amalie, and a visit to Coral World Ocean Park and Undersea Observatory are all amazing experiences close to the Westin Beach Resort and Spa at Frenchman's Reef.

Guest rooms feature 1 King or 2 Queen beds (based on hotel availability), and amenities such as a private balcony, LED TV, safe, hair dryer, robes, iron/board, and more.

The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef is located about 5.3 miles from Cyril E King International Airport (STT). 

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for one night's room plus tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.

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

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 be charged for the entire reserved stay plus tax. Early departure and no-show fees apply. If you are are a complete no-show or depart early, you will be charged a penalty for 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.

Approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for 20 hour(s) of ACEP Category I credit.

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 AANA for 20 MAC Ed CE credits; AANA Code # 1046390; Expiration Date 12/11/2026

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 Associates/Assistants: PAs may claim a maximum of 20 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Physician Maintenance of Certification (MOC): Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 20 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM), American Board of Pathology (ABPath), American Board of Pediatrics (ABP – only when applicable to individual program), American Board of Surgery (ABS), and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) programs. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting MOC credit.

Registered Nurses: NWAS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, MI, MS, NH, NM, SC, TN, 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.

* Starting January 1, 2026, the NBCRNA is transitioning from the Continued Professional Certification (CPC) program to the MAC program (Maintaining Anesthesia Certification). The AANA is changing the credit language to align with this change. Credits listed on certificates will indicate MAC Ed CE Credits (formerly called Class A CE Credits).

†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 emergency medicine specialty or are impacted by it.

Program Purpose

This emergency medicine continuing education series is designed to empower emergency physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and other healthcare providers with the latest knowledge, skills, and best practices essential for providing exemplary care in emergency medical situations. This comprehensive series of courses aims to meet the evolving needs of healthcare practitioners, ensuring they remain proficient, adaptable, and confident in delivering high-quality emergency medical care. By focusing on clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous improvement, this program ensures that participants are equipped with the knowledge, strategies, and skills to provide exceptional care in any emergency situation, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and enhanced healthcare delivery.

Objectives

• Improve knowledge, competence, and utilization of the most recent evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
• Improve knowledge, skills, and strategies in the timely diagnosis and management of patients with complex comorbidities, emergency medical conditions, and less common conditions.
• Increase knowledge of newer pharmacologic agents, thereby improving competence in medication management via anticipation of potential polypharmacy interactions and improved ability to provide sedation in the emergency department.
• Increase ability to anticipate, prevent, and manage complications and emergency medical conditions, leading to improved patient outcomes and reduced morbidity and mortality rates.
• Strengthen and augment ability to apply and interpret diagnostic testing/imaging used in the emergency department.
  
• Enhance ability to analyze complex situations from an ethical and legal perspective, protecting both patients and healthcare providers.
• Refine and strengthen competence in assessing and managing trauma patients, including timely assessment, prioritization of interventions, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.
• Improve confidence in ability to perform procedural skills, enhancing patient comfort and providing optimal quality of care.

Course Director

James F. Holmes, Jr., MD, MPH, Director UC Davis KL2 Research Career Training Program, Professor and Executive Vice Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of California Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, California

Medical Director

Mark T. Murphy, MD, Retired Anesthesiologist, Retired Anesthesiologistm, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

Tuition

• MD/DO
  $ 1000 Early Registration Fee
  $ 1075 Regular Registration Fee
  $ 1150 Late Registration Fee
  $ 305 Daily Rate
• CRNA/PA
  $ 900 Early Registration Fee
  $ 975 Regular Registration Fee
  $ 1050 Late Registration Fee
  $ 280 Daily Rate
• Resident/RN/Others
  $ 800 Early Registration Fee
  $ 875 Regular Registration Fee
  $ 950 Late Registration Fee
  $ 260 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

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.
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.

Please Note:

You must sign-in/log in every day you attend to receive credit.
We do not allow retroactive sign in.
All webinars are in Pacific Time.

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/NWS 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.