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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 a maximum of 20.00 hour(s) of ACEP Category I credit.

American Board of Anesthesiology: CME credit will be sent directly to The American Board of Anesthesiology to fulfill the Part 2 requirement for the Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program (MOCA®).

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 AANA for 20 Class A CEC; AANA Code #1034622; Expiration date 7/28/2018.

Nurse Practitioners: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) 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: NWS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider Number 4833), 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). This program offers 20 contact hours.

†Pharmacology hours subject to change.

• Medical_Professionals
• Medical_students
• Nurses

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 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 evidenced 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. 

Timothy Davie, MD, FAAEM

Assistant Program Director, Emergency Medicine Residency

Maricopa Medical Center

Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine

University of Arizona College of Medicine ‑ Phoenix Campus

Phoenix, Arizona

Eric Katz, FACEP, FAAEM

Chairman, Department of Emergency Medicine, Maricopa Medical Center

Executive Chairman and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine

University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Campus

Program Coordinator

Sarah Stahmer, MD, FACEP

Director of EM Ultrasound 

Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine 

University of North Carolina

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

USD

Group registrations not allowed

Accompanying persons not allowed

We don’t accept Online Abstracts

The Nines Hotel

Poised in the heart of the city center at the top of one of Portland, Oregon’s most beloved landmarks, the stately Meier & Frank Building, the Nines Hotel honors the structure’s storied past, both in its striking decor and impeccable service. The Nines Hotel made the list of 2014 Ultimate Portlandia-Approved Portland Hotels, CNN Traveler’s 2013 top 14 beautiful hotels inspired by literature, and Condé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Reader’s Choice Awards.

The 24-hour fitness center welcomes any guest looking for an invigorating workout. Departure Restaurant is located atop the Nines Hotel and offers modern Asian cuisine in a sleek, cosmopolitan setting with two outdoor decks and stunning views of the city, mountains, and river. Departure’s bar showcases exotic cocktails, a global wine list, and the city’s largest sake list. Urban Farmer redefines the modern steakhouse with an emphasis on Northwest, sustainable ingredients and simple, straightforward preparations.

Deluxe rooms feature city views, 1 King or 2 Queen beds (based on availability), flat screen TV, DVD player, MP3 Port, iron/board, refreshment center, rainforest shower, make-up/shaving mirror, hair dryer, and terry cloth robe. Located 8 miles (20 minute drive in traffic depending or 40 minutes via MAX light rail) from the Portland International Airport (PDX).

Submission Info

Northwest Seminars

Phone: 800-222-6927

Fax: 509-547-1265

Email: info@northwestseminars.com

Northwest Seminars

Phone: 800-222-6927

Fax: 509-547-1265

Email: info@northwestseminars.com