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Maui, Hawaii

Travelers who can go anywhere in the world come back to Maui again and again. There is magic on this island, where natural wonders set your spirit free and the warm aloha of Maui’s people fills your heart with a sense of belonging. Maui’s natural beauty is accessible and breathtaking. From a rugged back country hike to educational activities focusing on Maui’s culture, history, and environment to unique attractions and world class entertainment - the Magic Isles have it all!

The best golf in paradise is yours to enjoy on Maui. There are challenges for players of all skill levels and incredible views. Nowhere else in the world will you find the array of ocean sports and activities that Maui offers. There are the 42 miles of world famous beaches, ranging from the little jewel of Red Sand Beach to the black sand beach at Waianapanapa State Park. The best snorkeling is at Honolua Bay or the small islet of Molokini, a submerged crater.

For the nature enthusiast, Maui has breathtaking hiking trails. The rangers at Haleakala National Park lead free nature walks, both at the 10,000 foot summit of Maui’s awe-inspiring, long-dormant volcano and at Oheo Gulch with its famous Seven Pools. For an unforgettable vacation that will rejuvenate you, body and soul, come to Maui and find out why people in Hawaii say, “Maui no ka oi...Maui is the best.”

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

Retreat to Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, a luxury hotel set on 15 beachfront acres. Immerse yourself in the island spirit with regional farm-to-table dining, direct access to Mokapu Beach, and rooms boasting tropical views. Explore the exotic Polynesian culture and history of Maui during the resort luau experience, featuring an authentic ohana-style meal and cocktails during the Feast at Mokapu.

Enjoy a tranquil retreat with five different pools to relax and soak up the sun, including three ocean-facing cascading infinity pools, a lagoon pool and an adult tranquility pool. Revel in complete tranquility at the Āwili Spa and Salon, a premium spa resort that offers a unique apothecary experience with treatments tailor-made to fit your needs.

If you'd like to stay on top of your fitness routine, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort offers the latest Matrix fitness and strength training equipment for your use. Savor the tropical flavors of the Hawaiian Islands at the four on-site restaurants. Share authentic, farm-fresh, seasonal cuisine with a modern twist at the award-winning Ka’ana Kitchen. Watch the sunset amidst infinity waterfall pools with a crafty cocktail in hand at Lehua Lounge. Enjoy lunch by the lagoon pool or pick up grab-and-go goods from the 24-hour Mokapu Market for an island picnic. Dine at Morimoto Maui, the quintessential island destination for Japanese fusion.

Guest rooms feature a soothing neutral palette and modern wood furnishings plus 1 king or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), complimentary minibar with local snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and a private lanai and much more to ensure a relaxing stay. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort is located approximately 16 miles from the Kahului Airport (OGG) and 33 miles from the Kapalua Airport (JHM). Valet parking only at the resort, approximately $45/night. Parking rates subject to change without notice.

Speedi Shuttle is offering attendees and their travel companions discounted shared airport/hotel shuttle service. Guests with prearranged arrival reservations are met in the baggage claim area, then directed to their waiting shuttle. Vehicle amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, 6’1” headroom, adjustable headrests and comfortable seats. For pricing and to reserve, click here.

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TARGET AUDIENCE

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

The practitioner of emergency medicine must possess evidence-based scientific background for competent clinical practice; maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialty and all additional related disciplines; maintain an up-to-the-minute armamentarium of knowledge and skills for the selection and use of complex equipment, pharmacological agents, and procedures; manage self and colleagues to function toward common goals in providing consistent care in all settings in which emergency care is provided; serve as an expert in matters involving quality, safe and equitable health care delivery and support of other service providers, departments, institutions, and organizations dependent upon professional expertise.

Presentations are designed to facilitate the acquisition of cognitive and technical skills as defined through evidence-based data translated to best practice standards by the pertinent governmental and professional organizations including the American College of Emergency Physicians, American College of Surgeons and the Emergency Nurses Association and abilities in one or more of the disciplines vital to the practicing professional. 

OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:

Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences as they impact and are affected by the planning, delivery, and monitoring of services inherent in the professions

Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, contraindications and precautions of drugs based on their chemical and pharmacologic properties

Outline comprehensive patient management plans for the special patient population discussed

Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of all aspects of patient care regardless of the clinical environment in which the practice resides

Incorporate the published tenets of pertinent, recognized external organizations, institutions, and professional groups defining medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, and health care management standards.

Topics in Emergency Medicine
Maui, Hawaii
February 6-10, 2023

Monday, February 6

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Breakfast
  0725 Welcome NWAS Staff
  0730 Airway Tips and Tricks E.Gross
  0830 Heat Illness: Are You Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot? E.Gross
  0930 Break
  0945 Management Update 2023: AFIB J.Casaletto
  1045 PE, PESI, and PERC J.Casaletto
  1145 Making Sense of Massive Transfusion T.Mills
  1245 Adjourn
     

Tuesday, February 7

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Breakfast
  0730 CT in the ED: Is the Physical Exam Dead? J.Casaletto
  0830 Abdominal Pain That Can Kill E.Gross
  0930 Break
  0945 A Look at the Red Eye E.Gross
  1045 Updates in the Evaluation of Neurologic Emergencies T.Mills
  1145 Pain Management: A Topical Approach T.Mills
  1245 Adjourn
     

Wednesday, February 8 - Day Open

     

Thursday, February 9

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Breakfast
  0730 Forgotten Ventricle: Finding and Fixing RV Failure J.Casaletto
  0830 Cardiac Fashion Wear: VADs, Vests, and Ventricular Devices J.Casaletto
  0930 Break
  0945 A Modern Approach to Burn Care T.Mills
  1045 Resistant Infections in the ED E.Gross
  1145 Surviving the Sepsis Guidelines E.Gross
  1245 Adjourn
     

Friday, February 10

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Breakfast
  0730 Visual Pearls in Trauma T.Mills
  0830 Decision Making Rules in Trauma T.Mills
  0930 Break
  0945 Upper Extremity Fractures E.Gross
  1045 What Not to Miss: Intimate Partner Violence J.Casaletto
  1145 Bump or Brain Injury: Peds Head Injury 2023 J.Casaletto
  1245 Adjourn  
   

20 CME

20 CE

3.7 Pharmacology Hours†

 
Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.
Rev. 1/21/22

FACULTY

Jennifer Casaletto, MD, FACEP
Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine
Virginia Tech-Carilion School of Medicine
Adjunct Faculty
Atrium Health's Carolinas Medical Center
Department of Emergency Medicine
Charlotte, North Carolina

Eric Gross, MD, MMM, FACEP
Clinical Professor and Quality Director
Department of Emergency Medicine
Physician Advisor
University of California, Davis
Sacramento, California
Program Coordinator

Trevor Mills, MD
Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine
University of California, Davis
Chief of Emergency Medicine
VA Northern California Health Care System
Sacramento, California

ACCREDITATION

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health and Northwest Seminars. The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. 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 Anesthesiology™ (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 Class A CE credits; AANA approval number 1042024; Expiration Date 02/10/2023.

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 1 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/NWS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480).

The AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862.

This program offers 20 contact hours.

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

COURSE DIRECTOR

Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, LLC, Treasure Island, Florida, Medical Director, Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington

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.

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.

COURSE CANCELLATION POLICY

No penalty if canceled by December 7, 2022. Cancellations between December 8, 2022, and January 7, 2023, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after January 7, 2023, are not eligible for a refund. However, 50% of the tuition paid can be applied toward tuition for another NWS/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.

FAP (Frequent Attendee Points)

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.

Lecture notes will be provided via download in PDF format.

You must sign-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.

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.

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