Topics in Emergency Medicine

This conference offers 20.00 credits

Accommodations

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

Schedule

Hilton Head, South Carolina
May 14 - 17, 2026

Thursday, May 14

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725

Welcome

NWS Staff
0730

Massive Hemorrhage: Stops Eventually

H.Gill
0830

Level Up Your Cardiac Arrest Care

N.Dasgupta
0930

Break
0945

Heart of the Matter: ED Echo in Critically Ill Patients

C.Moore
1045

ARDS for the EM Practitioner

H.Gill
1145

The B in ABC: Incorporating Lung Ultrasound Into Dyspnea Diagnosis and Management

C.Moore
1245

Adjourn

Friday, May 15

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Novel Antihyperglycemics and the Emergencies They Cause

N.Dasgupta
0830

No Pain, No Gain: Pain Management

C.Moore
0930

Break
0945

Physiologically Difficult Airway: Now What?

H.Gill
1045

The Decompensated Cirrhotic

N.Dasgupta
1145

Ventology: The Basics

H.Gill
1245

Adjourn

Saturday, May 16

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Primum Non Nocere: Ultrasound-Guided Procedures

C.Moore
0830

Tracheostomy Emergencies

H.Gill
0930

Break
0945

Tough Conversations in End-of-Life Care

N.Dasgupta
1045

Plaintiff or Defense? Lessons From Expert Reviews

C.Moore
1145

Vascular Access Trouble Shooting Secrets

H.Gill
1245

Adjourn

Sunday, May 17

0700

Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730

Managing the Failing RV

H.Gill
0830

The Great Masquerader: Aortic Dissection

C.Moore
0930

Break
0945

Beyond ATLS: The Trauma ABCs

N.Dasgupta
1045

Have Clot, Will Travel: VTE Diagnosis and Management

C.Moore
1145

When Time Is Brain: Stroke Patients in the ED

N.Dasgupta
1245

Adjourn

20.00 CME / 20.00 CEC
5.10 Pharmacology? / 12.90 Clinical Management? / 1.00 Controlled Substances? / 2.00 Trauma? / 19.00 Patient Safety? / 1.00 Ethics?

Faculty

Neil K. Dasgupta, MD, FACEP, FAAEM

Associate Clinical Professor
NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Vice Chair and Program Director
Nassau University Medical Center
East Meadow, New York

Harman Singh Gill, MD, FAAEM

Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine & Critical Care Medicine
Associate Chairperson of Research
Assistant Program Director, SBH EM Residency
South Brooklyn Health, NYC Health & Hospitals
Brooklyn, New York

Christopher L. Moore, MD, FACEP

Professor of Emergency Medicine
Yale School of Medicine
Chief, Section of Emergency Ultrasound
New Haven, Connecticut

Location

Hilton Head, South Carolina

Hilton Head Island is a foot-shaped barrier island located off the Atlantic Coast of South Carolina, approximately 45 miles north of Savannah, GA; 90 miles south of Charleston, SC; and 30 miles south of historic Beaufort, SC.

The 12-mile long and 5-mile wide island was the first Eco-Planned destination in the U.S. Considered to be one of the finest resort communities in the United States, Hilton Head welcomes millions of visitors from around the globe each year. It offers a range of options for the active visitor with white sand beaches, dozens of championship golf courses, more than 300 tennis courts, and countless bicycle paths.

Whether you enjoy relaxing on the beach, playing a round of golf, or exploring the area’s lush maritime forests, you’ll discover that Hilton Head Island is a true resort mecca, providing family-friendly fun. Dining: Over 250 restaurants reside on Hilton Head Island, ranging from fast food and gourmet to venues that include all types of ethnic cuisine. For those with a milder palate, the Island also offers great all-American and southern-style fare as well as famous local seafood.

Shopping: More than 200 shops are located on Hilton Head Island, from elegant boutiques and art galleries to an indoor mall with major department stores and specialty shops. The island also has three outlet malls featuring designer brands at significant savings. Other activities include: Diving, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, bicycle riding, horseback riding, parasailing, motorboating, hiking, waterskiing, jet skiing, windsurfing, surfing, and fishing.

Accommodations

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

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This idyllic standout oceanfront destination overlooks the Atlantic Ocean with a beautiful beach and 3 championship golf courses. Located on the #1 ranked US island, as noted by Conde Nast Traveler, Omni Hilton is the premier oceanfront hotel in Hilton Head. With access to 12 miles of white sandy beaches, 11 miles of inland lagoons for fishing and canoeing, tennis courts, dazzling swimming pools, and wellness areas guests can enjoy an enlightening experience. Need to unwind? Ocean Tides Spa offers unparalleled luxury that reflects elements of the coastal setting with an impressive array of treatments to refresh and rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit.

When it's time to dine, Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort features five dining venues on property ranging from fine dining to casual elegance. Still want more? Venture out to nearby Shelter Cover Marina offering watersports, boutique shopping, restaurants, and live entertainment to thrill the entire family.

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort features newly renovated guestrooms. Studio Suites are approx. 530 square feet and feature one king* or two queen-size beds (based on hotel availability). Amenities include mini-kitchen with microwave, small refrigerator, Keurig Coffee maker, dining area, hairdryer iron/board, safe, private balcony, and more. *Studio Suites with a king bed include a sleeper sofa.

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort is located approximately 47.3 miles away from the Savannah/Hilton Head International airport (SAV) and 6.3 miles from the Hilton Head Regional Airport. Self parking for hotel guests is included in the daily resort service charge. Valet parking is available for approx. $30 a day with in and out privileges. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

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 is designed to meet requirements for Class A CE credit. Once approved by AANA, this will be indicated.

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.

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

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

(non-speaking role)

Liudvikas Jagminas, MD, FACEP

Associate Professor of Medical Science (Adj), Medical Education

Brown University and Alpert Medical School

Providence, Rhode Island

Attending Physician Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Attleboro, MA and Kent Hospital

Warwick, Rhode Island

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

$ 265 Daily Rate
CRNA/PA

$ 825 Early Registration Fee

$ 875 Regular Registration Fee

$ 900 Late Registration Fee

$ 245 Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others

$ 725 Early Registration Fee

$ 775 Regular Registration Fee

$ 800 Late Registration Fee

$ 220 Daily Rate

Course Cancellation Fee

$100 March 15th, 2026 to April 14th, 2026. No refund after April 14th, 2026; 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 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.