Locations
Key Largo, Florida
Key Largo is the first and northernmost of the Florida Keys, and is only an hour’s drive from South Florida’s two major airports. Home to tropical hardwoods and winding creeks, Key Largo has some of the most interesting botanical scenery in Florida.
Several state parks are within easy reach including John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock State Park, Everglades National Park, and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. In these natural sanctuaries, visitors can enjoy eco-tours, paddleboarding, glass-bottom boat tours, nature trails, and wildlife viewing. Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center will delight visitors with a variety of bird species whether in recovery or enjoying renewed life in a safe environment.
Head to the beach for excellent scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, and even dolphin encounter programs. Molasses reef is home to turtles, nurse sharks, rays, and many different kinds of reef fish. Nearby wrecks including Speigel Grove are perfect for advanced divers looking for a challenge. Key Largo is also well-known as a sport-fishing destination. Team up with some of the world’s greatest fishing guides for offshore or backcountry excursions.
Playa Largo Resort and Spa
Playa Largo Resort and Spa is perfectly situated on 14.5 secluded beachfront acres boasting sweeping views of Florida Bay and was named the #2 Resort in the Florida Keys by the Condé Nast Traveler 2023 Readers' Choice Awards. Unwind in the stunning beachfront pool or get active with a vast array of watersports, eco tours, diving, snorkeling, or fishing.
Nearby attractions include glass bottom boat, sightseeing tours and unique island shopping. With multiple restaurants, room and beach service, guests will enjoy a variety of epicurean delights. The Ocean Spa, with its massages and treatments, will provide a relaxing and pampering escape. Recharge in your own personal hideaway from days of sand, surf and sun and evening strolls and cocktails. Or never go out and take in the views.
This family-friendly resort is a destination in itself. Guest accommodations are reminiscent of old Florida with an Ameri-Caribbean aesthetic and feature modern amenities such as an interactive Ipad that allows guests to control their experience with a touch of their finger, Smart entertainment panel that allows a cinema effect to streaming movies and music, wood washed porcelain tile flooring, Marriott Luxury Beds, and a balcony.
Other room amenities include mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, alarm clock, safe, iron/board, robes, hairdryer, and more to ensure a comfortable stay. This upscale Island destination located 64 miles from the Miami International Airport (MIA). Self-parking is approx. $25 + tax, per car, per night. Valet parking approx. $30 + tax, per car, per night. Parking fees subject to change without notice.
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 critical care specialty or are impacted by it.
PROGRAM PURPOSE
This continuing education program is designed for healthcare professionals working in critical care settings. The program aims to provide attendees with the latest updates and advancements in critical care, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge to optimize patient outcomes. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and discussion with faculty/peers, attendees will learn about the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices for managing critically ill patients.
OBJECTIVES
Bolster knowledge, competence, and utilization of the most recent evidence-based critical care clinical practice guidelines.
Expand competence in the management of patients with complex comorbidities and less common medical conditions, thereby improving patient outcomes and safety.
Improve skills/strategies in managing mechanical ventilation for patients with complex respiratory conditions.
Increase knowledge and competence in effectively interpreting and applying hemodynamic monitoring data to guide patient care.
Enhance ability to analyze complex situations from an ethical and legal perspective, protecting both patients and healthcare providers.
Refine and strengthen competence in the prevention and management of common complications in critically ill patients.
Strengthen and augment ability to apply and interpret diagnostic testing/imaging used in critical care.
Augment recognition and coping strategies to mitigate the effects of workplace stressors and burnout and achieve wellbeing in the clinical setting.
Note: Not all objectives apply to every program.
Critical Care: The Team Approach |
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Tuesday, January 21 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0725 | Welcome | NWS Staff | ||
| 0730 | Recognition and Management of Acute Respiratory Failure | R.Balk | ||
| 0830 | Definition and Management Strategies for ARDS | R.Balk | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Arrythmia I | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 1045 | Arrythmia II | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 1145 | Common Procedures in the ICU: Tracheostomy, PEG, Bedside Debridement | R.Sawyer | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Wednesday, January 22 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Initial Management of the Multi-Trauma Patient | R.Sawyer | ||
| 0830 | What to Do if Someone Is Bleeding Really, Really Fast? | R.Sawyer | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Diagnosis and Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock | R.Balk | ||
| 1045 | Pulmonary Embolism | R.Balk | ||
| 1145 | Glucose Control in the ICU | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Thursday, January 23 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Acute Stroke: A Review of Modern Guidelines | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 0830 | Management of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Necrotizing Pancreatitis: When To, and Not To, Operate | R.Sawyer | ||
| 1045 | Necrotizing Fasciitis | R.Sawyer | ||
| 1145 | Preventing Complications in the Critically Ill Patient | R.Balk | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
Friday, January 24 |
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| 0700 | Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast | |||
| 0730 | Diagnosis and Treatment of Hospital-Acquired and Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia | R.Balk | ||
| 0830 | Recognition and Management of Community-Acquired Pneumonia | R.Balk | ||
| 0930 | Break | |||
| 0945 | Management of the Brain-Dead Donor | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 1045 | Fluids in Neurocritical Care: An Update | R.Lenhardt | ||
| 1145 | Intra-Abdominal Infections in the ICU | R.Sawyer | ||
| 1245 | Adjourn | |||
20 CME 20 CEC 4.5 Pharmacology Hours TBD† |
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| Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only. | ||||
| Rev. 7/1/24 | ||||
FACULTY
Robert A. Balk, MD, MACP, MCCM, FCCP, FAARC
Professor of Medicine - Rush Medical Collage
Associate CMO for Critical Care
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Rainer Lenhardt, MD, MBA
Professor and Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs
Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Robert G. Sawyer, MD, FACS, FIDSA, FCCM
Professor of Surgery and Medical Engineering
Chair, Department of Surgery
Western Michigan University
Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine
Kalamazoo, Michigan
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
(non-speaking role)
Stuart Lowson, BSc, MBBs, MRCP, FRCA
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Co-Director Surgical Trauma ICU
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
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 Credit(s)™. 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 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 1044186; Expiration Date 01/24/2025.
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 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 of the AR, DC, FL, GA, KS, KY, MI, MS, NH, NM, ND, SC, WV, and WY nursing boards. 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 November 21, 2024. Cancellations between November 22, 2024, and December 22, 2024, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after December 22, 2024, 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.
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Please note that children and non-registered guests are not allowed to attend the lectures. The concierge can provide you with childcare information.
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