Accommodations

The Westin Austin Downtown

Schedule

Location

Austin, Texas

Nestled in the heart of Central Texas, Austin is a city that effortlessly blends Southern charm with a rebellious creative spirit. Known as the "Live Music Capital of the World," Austin pulses with energy from hundreds of music venues, from intimate bars to iconic stages like the Moody Theater and Continental Club. Whether you're catching an up-and-coming indie band on Sixth Street or grooving to blues on Red River, there's always a rhythm in the air.

Beyond the music, Austin's diverse culture invites you to explore its world-class food scene, where BBQ joints like Franklin Barbecue and taco trucks serve up unforgettable bites. Nature lovers can paddleboard on Lady Bird Lake, hike the trails of the Barton Creek Greenbelt, or take a dip in the crystal-clear Barton Springs Pool.

Art, tech, and history collide in this vibrant city. Explore the quirky boutiques of South Congress, snap a photo at the “I love you so much” mural, or wander through the State Capitol and Bullock Texas State History Museum. From the cutting-edge innovation of the SXSW festival to the laid-back vibes of Zilker Park, Austin is a place where creativity thrives.

Whether you're here for a weekend or a while, one thing's certain: Austin doesn't just welcome you—it inspires you to keep things weird.

Accommodations

The Westin Austin Downtown

Get swept up in the excitement of 6th Street at The Westin Austin Downtown. Lined with blues clubs, country bars, and food trucks, 6th Street is an icon of Austin's Live Music Capital identity. In addition, Zilker Park is just a short drive away and is home to the mystical Barton Springs Pool.

Soak up the sun and skyline at Azul Rooftop’s outdoor pool. Whether you're diving in or kicking back in a cabana, this rooftop brings the resort vibes without ever leaving the city. Keep your routine with a birds-eye view of downtown Austin from the 20th floor WestinWORKOUT fitness studio to stay fit while on the road. Enjoy dinner at Stella San Jac, with outdoor seating and an open kitchen. Opening fall 2025, Skipjack Oyster is Downtown Austin’s newest seafood-focused concept, bringing the charm and tradition of the Carolina coast to the heart of the city. From daily oyster selections and crisp wine pairings to casual bites and comforting coastal dishes, Skipjack offers a fresh take on the raw bar experience in a vibrant, re-imagined space at The Westin Austin Downtown. After hours, visit the rooftop lounge and bar, Azul, for a refreshing cocktail by the fire pits. Azul is the highest rooftop bar in Austin and is the perfect place to enjoy a drink by the rooftop pool.

After taking advantage of the hotel's signature Move Well program, fall asleep in a newly renovated room featuring relaxing Heavenly® Beds, Heavenly® Shower, minifridge, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, robes, safe, iron/board and more.

The Westin Austin Downtown is located approximately 11 miles from Austin-Bergstom International Airport (AUS).

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

Credit card for 1 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.

CANCELLATIONS

Guest room cancellations accepted by hotel without penalty until 48 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations received by hotel inside 48 hours of arrival will be charged for one night's stay plus tax. Early departure fees apply. If you depart the hotel prior to your confirmed departure date, a fee of the entire reserved stay plus tax will apply. If you are a complete no-show, 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.

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, St. Petersburg, Florida, 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.

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.