Topics in Emergency Medicine - Las Vegas, Nevada

Location Accommodations Target Audience Program Purpose Objectives Program Schedule Faculty Accreditation FAP Course Registration

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Target Audience
Program Purpose
Objectives
Program Schedule
Faculty
Accreditation
FAP
Course Registration

Las Vegas, Nevada

Welcome to Vegas! A land of grandiose hotels, casino gaming, excitement, and luxury. Comedy and music legends, six resident Cirque du Soleil productions, classic Las Vegas show girl revues, and more are here for your pleasure. From elaborately themed clubs to the new wave of upscale “ultra lounges,” you can experience a variety of night spots. Las Vegas has also become one of the premium world-class shopping destinations in the country with specialty stores sporting Prada, Gucci, Dior, Chanel, and so much more.

Magicians, acrobats, comedians, and music headliners—Vegas has every entertainment you can imagine. Shop your way up and down the Strip with outlet malls, chain retailers, luxury shops, and wacky novelties galore. Top off your night with dancing and drinks at one of several popular nightclubs along the Strip. Beyond Vegas’ glittering lights are natural sights waiting to be explored. Take a day trip to Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Grand Canyon, Valley of Fire State Park, and many other desert spectacles.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Looking for Luxury on the Las Vegas Strip? Then look no further than the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. This non-gaming, non-smoking hotel offers guests a relaxing reprieve from the hustle and bustle of the Strip. Here, guests will find extraordinary experiences - from the award winning spa, fitness center with yoga and pilates studio, to exquisite dining with stunning views and inventive cocktails at the Hotel Bar. Don't miss the fresh, seasonal American cuisine at the Zen Kitchen, or experience a classic English Afternoon Tea in the stylish Tea Lounge on the 23rd floor. Retreat to the eighth-floor pool deck and enjoy refreshments at the Pool Cafe or a cool drink from the pool bar. When you are ready to get back into the action, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas' convenient location near the entrance to ARIA Resort & Casino and The Shops at Crystals provides guests unfettered access to the best of the Strip's dining, shopping, gaming and entertainment.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas City View rooms are approximately 500 square feet and feature 1 king or 2 double beds (based on hotel availability), floor-to-ceiling windows, spa-like bathroom with large soaking tub and stand-alone shower, walk in wardrobe and valet closet. Other amenities include include mini bar, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, iron/board, robes/slippers, and much more.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is located approximately 3 miles from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), formerly known as McCarran Airport. Valet parking is approximately $35 a day with in/out privileges. Self parking is not 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 emergency medicine specialty or are impacted by it.

PROGRAM PURPOSE

A continuing education program for emergency medicine healthcare professionals, focused on the latest updates and advancements in emergency medicine. This program includes lectures and discussion with faculty/peers to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge. Learn from expert faculty and real-world cases, gaining valuable insights to provide improved patient care in emergency settings.

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.

Increased 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.

Note: Not all objectives apply to every program.

Topics in Emergency Medicine Las Vegas, Nevada March 11-14, 2025
Tuesday, March 11
	0700	Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast
	0725	Welcome	NWS Staff
	0730	Hidden Killers: The Plain Film Findings You Can’t Afford To Miss	S.Mehta
	0830	Sleep on This: Procedural Sedation in the Emergency Department	S.Mehta
	0930	Break
	0945	Introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound in the Emergency Department	H.Bacher
	1045	Utilization of Point-of-Care Ultrasound in the Critically Ill Patient	H.Bacher
	1145	Pyogenic Spinal Infection: A New Prediction Tool	S.Shroyer
	1245	Adjourn

Wednesday, March 12
	0700	Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast
	0730	Acute MI Management: Shifting of the NSTEMI/STEMI Paradigm	H.Bacher
	0830	Identification of Early Ischemia on EKG: Cases	H.Bacher
	0930	Break
	0945	Aortic Dissection: An Evidence-Based Approach	S.Shroyer
	1045	Emergency Medicine at 29,035 Ft.: High Altitude Medicine	S.Mehta
	1145	Two for the Price of One: Trauma in Pregnancy	S.Mehta
	1245	Adjourn

Thursday, March 13
	0700	Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast
	0730	STEMI, STEMI-Equivalent and STEMI-Mimics	S.Shroyer
	0830	Cath Lab Activation: 30 Seconds to Call It	S.Shroyer
	0930	Break
	0945	All Bleeding Stops Sometimes: Hemorrhage Control in Trauma	S.Mehta
	1045	It’s Getting Hot in Here: Update on Pediatric Fever	S.Mehta
	1145	Emergency Physician X-Ray Interpretation: What Do We Miss?	H.Bacher
	1245	Adjourn

Friday, March 14
	0700	Registration - Mandatory Sign in - Continental Breakfast
	0730	Resilience in Emergency Medicine: Hard-Won Wisdom for Life and Becoming a Better Physician	S.Mehta
	0830	Pulmonary Embolus: An Evidence-Based Overview	S.Shroyer
	0930	Break
	0945	Minor Head Injury: Shared Decision-Making and Managing Expectations	S.Shroyer
	1045	Interesting Point-of-Care Ultrasound Cases	H.Bacher
	1145	Use of Evidence-Based Medicine: Common Misconceptions Regarding Current Treatments	H.Bacher
	1245	Adjourn
	20 CME 20 CE 2.4 Pharmacology Hours†
	Refreshments served at the meeting are for registered attendees only.
Rev.7/31/24

FACULTY

Henry M. Bacher, MD
Staff Physician
Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians
San Antonio, Texas

Sumeru Ghanshyam Mehta, MD, MPH
Staff Physician, Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians
Board of Directors, Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine
Assistant Professor, Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences
Department. of Military and Emergency Medicine
San Antonio, Texas
Program Coordinator

Steven Shroyer, MD, FACEP
Staff Physician and Clinical Research
Greater San Antonio Emergency Physicians
San Antonio, Texas

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 1044858; Expiration Date 03/14/2025.

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 January 9, 2025. Cancellations between January 10, 2025, and February 9, 2025, incur a $100 fee. Cancellations after February 9, 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.

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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