Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0725
Welcome
NWS Staff
0730
STEMI Equivalents: ECG Findings That Deserve the Cath Lab
T.Hedayati
0830
The Sick Heart Failure Patient
T.Hedayati
0930
Break
0945
Critical Hypertension Cases That Make Your Blood Pressure Rise
M.Lu
1045
Dysrhythmias That Make Your Heart Stop and Spin
T.Hedayati
1145
Pediatric EKGs: Nothing or Nightmare?
M.Lu
1245
Adjourn
Tuesday, April 29
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Sepsis Made Simple
I.Claudius
0830
Cardiac Arrest: Current EBM Approach
T.Hedayati
0930
Break
0945
Post-ROSC Care: The Golden Hour of Resuscitation
T.Hedayati
1045
New Drugs of Abuse: The Low-Down on Getting High
I.Claudius
1145
Bugs and Drugs: Antibiotic Pearls for the ED
M.Lu
1245
Adjourn
Wednesday, April 30 - Day Open
Thursday, May 1
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Pearls in Pediatric Resuscitation
I.Claudius
0830
The Febrile Young Infant
M.Lu
0930
Break
0945
Heads Up! From Concussion to Critical Head Injuries
I.Claudius
1045
Challenging Cases in the Community Peds ED
M.Lu
1145
A Private's Chat: Pediatric GU Cases
I.Claudius
1245
Adjourn
Friday, May 2
0700
Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
0730
Addressing Adverse Outcomes and Medical Malpractice
M.Lu
0830
Acute Agitation and Other Psychiatric Emergencies
I.Claudius
0930
Break
0945
The Sick Cirrhotic Patient
T.Hedayati
1045
Mythbusters! (Panel Discussion with I.Claudius / T.Hedayati / M.Lu)
M.Lu
1145
Stump the Experts (Panel Discussion with I.Claudius / T.Hedayati / M.Lu)
M.Lu
1245
Adjourn
Faculty
Ilene A. Claudius, MD
Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Physician Specialist and Director of Quality and Process Improvement
Department of Emergency Medicine
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Torrance, California
Tarlan Hedayati, MD, FACEP
Chair of Education
Department of Emergency Medicine
Cook County Health
Associate Professor
Rush University Medical College
Chicago, Illinois
Mimi Lu, MD, FACEP, FAAEM
Clinical Professor
Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Department of Emergency Medicine
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Location
Kauai, Hawaii
Kauai, Hawaii basks amidst the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, about 20 minutes by air from Honolulu. Formed some six million years ago, the island encompasses roughly 550 square miles and is the oldest and northernmost of the main Hawaiian Islands. From the soaring cliffs of the Napali Coast to the vast chasms of Waimea Canyon, Kauai embraces the senses like no other destination.
Explore the island via land, sea, or air to experience settings you’ve only dreamed about. Discover 50 miles of heavenly beaches from Poipu Beach to Hanalei Bay. Explore charming and historic small towns like Hanapepe and Koloa where no building is taller than a coconut tree. The sunny South Shore of Kauai is home to historic Old Koloa Town and the resort area of Poipu. This is an area of activity and historic attractions whether you’re playing on a championship golf course or exploring the Koloa Heritage Trail.
Spend the day at Poipu Beach Park. Nearby Spouting Horn features a blowhole that releases a spout of water up to 20 feet or more into the air. See why Kauai is nicknamed “The Garden Isle” at two National Tropical Botanical Gardens: McBryde Garden, featuring 259 acres of gardens and the world’s largest collection of Hawaiian plants, and Allerton Garden, an 80-acre gem with sophisticated garden design, and the giant Moreton Figs made famous in the film “Jurassic Park.” You’ll even find the Kauai Coffee farm tour just a few miles west of Poipu.
Accommodations
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
The Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa was recognized in the 2024 World's Best Awards by Travel & Leisure, with over a decade of honors as one of the best resorts in Hawaii.
Lush gardens and dramatic waterfalls set the mood for an experience that is nothing short of spectacular. Explore this stunning AAA Four Diamond Kauai resort and create your own personal retreat from the vast array of exceptional amenities available. Kayak in hidden lagoons, indulge in a reviving treatment at Anara Spa, or simply stroll barefoot along crystal white beaches. Enjoy the quintessential aloha experience with an authentic Lu’au, play a memorable round of championship golf, or head out for a land, sea, or air adventure. Ideally set along the picturesque shores of Keoneloa Bay, this dramatic 50-acre Kauai Hawaii hotel and resort offers total seclusion and easy access to everything the Garden Isle has to offer. The resort’s water playground includes an adult pool, a large activity pool, a meandering river pool with waterfalls and hidden caves, 150-foot waterslide, cabanas, three Jacuzzis, and a saltwater lagoon.
Due to the short shore break and strong current, the resort advises only advanced surfers to venture further than the shoreline. Warning flags are posted along the beach to help guests determine whether conditions are safe for ocean swimming.
The resort is located approximately 15 miles from the Lihue Airport (LIH).
Cancellations of room reservations accepted by hotel without penalty prior to 30 days of arrival. Cancellations of room reservations received by hotel after 11:59pm HST inside 30 days of arrival will forfeit 2 night's stay + tax. If you check out of the hotel before your scheduled departure date or are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty up to your entire reserved stay plus tax and any mandatory fees (if applicable). Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.
DEPOSIT REQUIRED
Credit Card for 2 night's deposit plus tax required at time of booking to hold your room.
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 1044408; 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.
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, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington
Tuition
MD/DO
$ 1000
Late Registration Fee
$ 265
Daily Rate
CRNA/PA
$ 900
Late Registration Fee
$ 245
Daily Rate
Resident/RN/Others
$ 800
Late Registration Fee
$ 220
Daily Rate
Course Cancellation Fee
$100 February 27th, 2025 to March 29th, 2025 . No refund after March 29th, 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 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)
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