Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman

One of the many attractions Grand Cayman has to offer is Seven Mile Beach. With sand stretching as far as the eye can see, it is rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the entire Caribbean. Other attractions on Grand Cayman include the 65-acre Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, the National Trust’s Mastic Trail, the Cayman Islands National Museum in George Town, Pedro St. James Historic Site in Savannah, Boatswains Beach, blowholes in East End, and historic buildings now being restored. Rum Point is also not to be missed. An amazing variety of local treasures await you, including shell jewelry, thatch work, wood carvings, crocheted items, pepper sauces, tropical fruit jams, honey, and and figurines made from Cayman’s semi-precious stone, Caymanite.

Cayman is recognized as the birthplace of Caribbean recreational diving. Today, it’s one of the world’s top dive destinations. Dive warm calm waters, 100-foot-plus visibility, and a breathtaking variety of marine life. See steep walls adorned with sponges and corals in a stunning array of colors, shallow reefs filled with schooling and solitary fish and small invertebrates, and wrecks featuring photogenic structures and curious marine residents.

There’s also the World’s Best 12-foot Dive—unique Stingray City. Silvery Tarpon hover motionless in mid-water surrounded by glittery Silversides and French Angelfish that fin in close to check you out. Watersports centers offer plenty of other ways to enjoy the ocean including kayaks, windsurfing boards, Hobie Cats, parasailing, water-skiing, and more. Marine life can even be viewed from a submarine. The activities and possibilities in Grand Cayman are endless and ready to be enjoyed!

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa

Fresh off a $50 million redesign, the Westin Grand Cayman offers a new island-chic vibe beautifully situated on prime oceanfront of famous Seven Mile Beach in the heart of Grand Cayman. Named to Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, the resort has been recognized for its excellence. Can't miss attractions near the hotel include Camana Bay and shopping and dining within walking distance. The property also features Red Sail Sports, located onsite for all of your water sport needs. Spend your days playing on the beach, snorkeling or diving, or just floating in the freshwater pool and hot tubs while enjoying a refreshing cocktail from the swim-up bar.

Treat yourself to a pampering visit to the spa offering thirteen treatment rooms, two steam and sauna rooms, women’s whirlpool, Vichy Shower, massages and a variety of treatments to rejuvenate the body and soul. Stay on track in the 24-hour Westin WORKOUT® Fitness Studio while the kids have fun at the Westin Family Kids Club. Sample the variety of flavors, from a romantic dinner on the beach to casual patio dining at Ferdinand's. Welcoming, newly renovated guest rooms await you, with relaxing island-inspired designs, incredible views and thoughtful amenities.

Run of Ocean guestrooms feature 1 King bed plus sofa sleeper or 2 double beds, patio or balcony, coffee/tea service, mini-refrigerator, safe, iron/board, alarm clock, hair dryer, robes, and more to ensure a comfortable stay.

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa is located approximately 7.5 miles from the Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM). Complimentary self-parking is available. Parking fees subject to change without notice.

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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 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
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
November 3-6, 2025

Monday, November 3

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  0725 Welcome NWS Staff
  0730 Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation T.Bell
  0830 Ventilator-Associated Events T.Bell
  0930 Break
  0945 Sedation and Delirium / Alcohol Withdrawal R.Fontenette
  1045 Stroke Update R.Fontenette
  1145 Driving Pressure, Transmural Pressure and Other Ventilator Guides S.Lowson
  1245 Adjourn
     

Tuesday, November 4

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  0730 Arrhythmias I S.Lowson
  0830 Arrhythmias II S.Lowson
  0930 Break
  0945 Extubation in the ICU T.Bell
  1045 CRRT T.Bell
  1145 ICH Management R.Fontenette
  1245 Adjourn
     

Wednesday, November 5

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  0730 Massive Transfusion R.Fontenette
  0830 Agents to Help Stop Bleeding R.Fontenette
  0930 Break
  0945 Airway Management in the ICU S.Lowson
  1045 Interesting Recent Papers S.Lowson
  1145 Continuous and Extended Infusion Beta-Lactam Antibiotics T.Bell
  1245 Adjourn
     

Thursday, November 6

  0700 Registration - Mandatory Sign In - Continental Breakfast
  0730 Right Ventricular Failure S.Lowson
  0830 Vasoplegic Shock S.Lowson
  0930 Break
  0945 Fever in the ICU T.Bell
  1045 Resuscitation R.Fontenette
  1145 Which Fluids Should I Use? R.Fontenette
  1245 Adjourn  
 

20 CME

20 Class A CE

20 CE

Pharmacology Hours TBD†

 
  Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.  
  Rev. 3/8/24  

FACULTY

Taison Bell, MD, MBA
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
University of Virginia Health System
Charlottesville, Virginia

Roderick W. Fontenette, MD, Lt Col (ret), MHCM, CPE, FACEP, FCCM
Military Associate Program Director
DGMC / UC Davis Integrated Emergency Medicine Residency Program
Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Medicine
University of California
Davis, California

Stuart Lowson, BSc, MBBs, MRCP, FRCA
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Co-Director Surgical Trauma ICU
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia
Program Coordinator 

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 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 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 September 3, 2025. Cancellations between September 4, 2025, and October 4, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after October 4, 2025, 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.

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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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