November 18 - November 21 Anesthesia Practice Updates 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 1 - December 4 Critical Care: The Team Approach Hawks Cay Resort Duck Key, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
December 1 - December 4 Challenges in Anesthesia 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 1 - December 4 Nurse Anesthesia Update Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas 20 CEC | Barbara McNulty, 1828 SE First Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316; barbara@nurseanesthetist.com
December 2 - December 5 Relevant Topics in Anesthesia Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa Napa, CA 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 5 - December 8 Charleston Holiday Anesthesiology 2025 Encore Symposium The Charleston Place Charleston, SC 23 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com
December 8 - December 11 Critical Care: The Team Approach The Charleston Place Charleston, SC 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
December 8 - December 12 Topics in Emergency Medicine Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa and Casino Palm Beach, Aruba 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
December 8 - December 12 Topics in Anesthesia The Westin Beach Resort & Spa at Frenchman's Reef St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 9 - December 12 Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia Update The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
Featured Featured December 15 Delegate to the Education Committee Nomination Deadline One delegate is elected every year at EDGE in February and serves a two-year term (starting in the following member year). Delegates must be CRNAs who spend at least 50% of their time in the didactic and/or clinical instruction of nurse anesthesia students at the time of application. View form and nomination packet
December 15 - December 18 Topics in Anesthesia Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Disneyland Resort (Anaheim), CA 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 15 - December 18 Current Topics in Anesthesia Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Palm Beach, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 15 - December 18 Topics in Emergency Medicine Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Palm Beach, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
December 16 - December 19 Anesthesia Update 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
December 16 - December 20 Topics in Anesthesia 7-Night Tortola, Antigua, and Bahamas Cruise (cruise dates: 12/14-21 / ship: Celebrity Beyond) Roundtrip from Miami, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 5, 2026 - January 9, 2026 Relevant Topics in Anesthesia Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort Maui, HI 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 10, 2026 - January 11, 2026 Encore Advanced Anesthesiology Review 2026 LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Naples, FL 12 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106-3608; nancy@escrnas.com
January 10, 2026 - January 11, 2026 Anesthesia Update 15 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 12, 2026 - January 15, 2026 Naples Winter Escape 2026 Encore Symposium LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Naples, FL 23 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com
January 13, 2026 - January 16, 2026 Current Topics in Anesthesia Playa Largo Resort and Spa Key Largo, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 13, 2026 - January 16, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine Virgin Hotels New Orleans New Orleans, LA 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
Featured Featured January 15, 2026 Daniel D. Vigness Federal Political Director Award Nominations Deadline This annual award honors a Federal Political Director (FPD) who has made a significant impact advancing the national healthcare agenda of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists. The recipient demonstrates leadership through grassroots or grasstops advocacy, growing participation in their state association, or making other key contributions to the federal political process. Submit a nomination
January 15, 2026 - January 18, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach Lido Beach Resort Sarasota, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
Featured Featured January 15, 2026 - March 1, 2026 AANA Foundation Resident Scholarships AANA Foundation scholarships are available to AANA member nurse anesthesia residents currently enrolled in an accredited program. AANA Foundation received 386 competitive scholarship applications in FY25, and 94 scholarships were awarded, totaling $278,250. Learn More
Featured Featured January 15, 2026 - March 8, 2026 AANA Resident Mentoring Program Each year during the Mid-Year Assembly (MYA) in May, residents have the opportunity to shadow a nurse anesthesiologist for a day—gaining firsthand knowledge of leadership, advocacy, and the value of active participation in their professional association. Program administrators may nominate one resident per program to participate. Key Dates: Nomination Opens: January 15, 2026 Nomination Closes: […]
Featured Featured January 18, 2026 - January 24, 2026 National CRNA Week 2026 Since 2000, National CRNA Week has been the annual celebration of our nation’s CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthesia Residents.
January 18, 2026 - January 29, 2026 Topics in Anesthesia 14-Night Argentina & Antarctica Cruise (cruise dates: 1/17-31 / ship: Celebrity Equinox) Roundtrip from Buenos Aires, Argentina 24 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 19, 2026 - January 23, 2026 Current Topics in Emergency Medicine Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort Willemstad, Curaçao 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
Featured Featured January 19, 2026 - March 6, 2026 Resident Excellence Award The Resident Excellence Award is presented to a resident in good academic standing who demonstrates outstanding leadership and professionalism during their nurse anesthesia program, participates in activities that foster a positive public image of nursing, participates in activities that foster high-quality health care to consumers or engages in volunteer activities of community service or support […]
Featured Featured January 19, 2026 - March 6, 2026 Anesthesia College Bowl at Annual Congress Six teams of residents will compete by answering anesthesia-related questions submitted by program directors. Program administrators may nominate up to two residents to participate on the resident teams. The winning resident team will face off against a team of six CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists to determine the ultimate champion of the College Bowl, held at the AANA […]
Featured Featured January 19, 2026 Resident Roundtable: Shift Happens: Managing Your Time (and Sanity) in Residency Between long shifts, exams and personal responsibilities, it can feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day. This session offers practical time management strategies for residents—from staying organized and prioritizing tasks to protecting your downtime and maintaining relationships. Learn how to balance school, clinical training and life outside of residency so you can manage […]
January 25, 2026 - January 29, 2026 CRNA Ski Colorado Anesthesia Conference Copper Mountain Resort Copper Mountain, CO 25 CEC | Stephanie May, 7961 East 8th Avenue, Denver, CO 80230; crnaskicolorado@gmail.com
January 26, 2026 - January 29, 2026 Current Topics in Anesthesia 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
January 26, 2026 - January 30, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach Edgewood Tahoe Resort Lake Tahoe (Stateline), NV 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
January 27, 2026 - January 31, 2026 Anesthesia Camp Grand Cayman 2026 The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands 26 CEC | John Ellis, 1700 East 56th Street, Suite 3801, Chicago, IL 60637; johnellis1700@gmail.com
January 31, 2026 - February 5, 2026 Jefferson Anesthesia Conference Huntley Lodge Big Sky, MT 25 CEC | Suzanne McCade, 111 South 11th Street, Suite G8280, Philadelphia, PA 19107; suzanne.mccade@jefferson.edu
Featured Featured February 2, 2026 AANA Fellows Applications Deadline Stand out as the best of the best! Apply to become a Fellow of the AANA (FAANA) and celebrate your impact within the nurse anesthesiology profession. Any CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who is an Active (including Emeritus) member of AANA with an established career in nurse anesthesiology is eligible for consideration for Fellows of the AANA. The […]
February 2, 2026 - February 6, 2026 Clinical Concerns in Anesthesia The Lodge at Spruce Creek Stowe, VT 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
February 2, 2026 - February 6, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa Kapolei (O'ahu), HI 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
February 2, 2026 - February 6, 2026 Current Topics in Emergency Medicine Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, CO 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
February 2, 2026 - February 6, 2026 Aspen Anesthesia 2026 Viceroy Snowmass Resort Snowmass Village, CO 22 CEC | Jenny Smith, PO Box 6145, Snowmass Village, CO 81615; office@holidayseminars.com
Featured Featured February 4, 2026 AANA Board of Directors Meeting – February 2026 Omni Louisville Hotel Louisville, KY Timing will be posted closer to the meeting. Registration will be posted closer to the meeting. Learn more
Featured Featured February 4, 2026 - February 7, 2026 EDGE 2026 Omni Louisville Hotel 400 S 2nd St., Louisville, KY, United States In 2026, the premier educator-to-educator event in nurse anesthesiology will have a bold new name: EDGE. Join us next year at the Omni in Louisville for a fresh, CRNA-inspired experience centered on innovative teaching, deeper personal connections, and professional growth. Learn more
Featured Featured February 4, 2026 Essential Perioperative Point-of-Care Ultrasound Workshop Omni Louisville Hotel 400 S 2nd St., Louisville, KY, United States This hybrid workshop combines self-paced online learning with an engaging, hands-on session to help you master essential techniques. Gain practical skills you can apply immediately to improve patient safety, outcomes, and confidence in the OR. Register When: February 4, 2026 from 7:30 a.m.-noon (ET) Where: Omni Louisville Hotel, 400 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY Cost: […]
Featured Featured February 5, 2026 CRNA Contracts and Compensation: What You Don’t Know Will Cost You CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists face pivotal moments when negotiating their first job, renegotiating a current role, or exploring new opportunities. Whether you’re graduating in 2026 or already in the workforce, this session will break down the key elements of employment and 1099 agreements, guide you through proven negotiation strategies, and explore the latest compensation trends shaping CRNA […]
February 9, 2026 - February 12, 2026 Hot Topics in Anesthesia Wynn Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
February 9, 2026 - February 13, 2026 Topics in Pediatric Emergency Medicine Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort Maui, HI 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
February 16, 2026 - February 19, 2026 Current Perspectives in Anesthesia The Charleston Place Charleston, SC 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
February 16, 2026 - February 19, 2026 Relevant Topics in Anesthesia 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
February 16, 2026 - February 20, 2026 Challenges in Anesthesia The Lodge at Whitefish Lake Glacier National Park (Whitefish), MT 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
February 23, 2026 - February 26, 2026 Palm Springs Oasis in the Desert 2026 Encore Symposium Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa Rancho Mirage, CA 22 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com
February 26, 2026 - March 1, 2026 Anesthesia Update Disney’s Contemporary Resort Lake Buena Vista (Orlando), FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
Featured Featured March 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026 AANA Committee Applications Open AANA members (including residents) have many options and opportunities to serve and support fellow members and the nurse anesthesiology profession overall. Join an AANA committee and play a part in creating, improving, and implementing new strategies, programs, and more. Learn More
March 1, 2026 - March 6, 2026 Anesthesia in Paradise The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa Playa Conchal (Guanacaste), Costa Rica 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 2, 2026 - March 5, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock Sedona, AZ 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
March 2, 2026 - March 6, 2026 Maui Anesthesia 2026 Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa Maui, HI 20 CEC | Jenny Smith, PO Box 6145, Snowmass Village, CO 81615; office@holidayseminars.com
Featured Featured March 2, 2026 - April 1, 2026 Poster Presentation for Congress Present Your Research and Innovative Educational Approaches: Share your research findings or creative, innovative techniques in anesthesiology with an oral or general poster presentation at Annual Congress in August. Learn More
March 9, 2026 - March 12, 2026 Updates in Anesthesia 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 9, 2026 - March 13, 2026 Current Topics in Anesthesia The Chateaux Deer Valley Park City, UT 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 13, 2026 - March 15, 2026 50th Annual Virginia Apgar Seminar – Obstetric Anesthesia and Care of the Newborn The Hilton Hotel, Disney Springs Resort Area Orlando-Lake Buena Vista, FL 20 CEC | Barbara McNulty, 1828 SE First Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316; info@currentreviews.com
Featured Featured March 15, 2026 Lifetime Achievement Recognition Award Nominations Deadline Each year, AANA celebrates exceptional CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists who have made lasting contributions to the profession and the patients they serve. Through these prestigious awards, AANA honors individuals whose work exemplifies excellence in education, clinical practice, professional advocacy, and advancement of the nurse anesthesia profession. Lifetime Achievement Awards Agatha Hodgins Award for Outstanding Accomplishment—The award recognizes […]
March 16, 2026 - March 19, 2026 Winning in Anesthesia The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 16, 2026 - March 20, 2026 Focus on Anesthesia The Wort Hotel Grand Teton National Park (Jackson Hole), WY 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 19, 2026 - March 22, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach Opal Key Resort & Marina Key West, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
March 20, 2026 - March 22, 2026 36th UC Davis Anesthesiology Update Silverado Resort Napa, CA 19.5 CEC | Brenda Juan, 4150 V Street, Sacramento, CA 95817; bojuan@ucdavis.edu
March 23, 2026 - March 26, 2026 Clearwater Anesthesia Beach Retreat 2026 Encore Symposium Opal Sandpearl Resort Clearwater Beach, FL 22 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com
March 23, 2026 - March 27, 2026 Clinical Anesthesia Update Fairmont Orchid Kona, HI 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
Featured Featured March 23, 2026 Resident Roundtable: See something, say something: Recognizing and acting on substance use disorder in anesthesia Substance use disorder is a hidden but serious risk in the anesthesia profession. As a resident, recognizing warning signs in yourself or your peers can make all the difference. This session provides clear guidance on what to look for, how to respond and what resources are available—so you feel prepared to take action in a […]
March 24, 2026 - March 27, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine Hawks Cay Resort Duck Key, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
March 26, 2026 - March 29, 2026 Relevant Topics in Anesthesia The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island, SC 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
March 31, 2026 - April 3, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Disneyland Resort (Anaheim), CA 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
March 31, 2026 - April 3, 2026 Topics in Anesthesia Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa Tucson, AZ 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
Featured Featured April 1, 2026 CRNA Scholars Application CRNA Scholars (Post-Doctoral/Doctoral CRNAs for Research and/or Clinical Projects) The mission of the AANA Foundation is to advance the science of anesthesia through education and research. One of the goals of the AANA Foundation is to support new and seasoned investigators in nurse anesthesia through research and/or clinical doctoral/post-doctoral CRNA Scholars. CRNA Scholars are awarded […]
April 7, 2026 QPR Training for Suicide Awareness Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia Madison, TN 2 CEC | Hallie Evans, 315 Hospital Drive, Madison, TN 37115; hallie.evans@mtsa.edu
April 7, 2026 - April 10, 2026 Critical Care: The Team Approach The Royal Sonesta San Juan San Juan, PR 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
April 7, 2026 - April 10, 2026 Topics in Anesthesia Hawks Cay Resort Duck Key, FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa Napa, CA 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
April 12, 2026 - April 17, 2026 Topics in Anesthesia 7-Night St. Kitts, San Juan & Puerto Plata Cruise (cruise dates: 4/11-18 / ship: Celebrity Apex) Roundtrip from Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 13, 2026 - April 17, 2026 Challenges in Anesthesia Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa Kauai, HI 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 13, 2026 - April 17, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine Fairmont Orchid Kona, HI 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 19, 2026 - April 24, 2026 Topics in Anesthesia Beaches Resort and Spa Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 20, 2026 - April 23, 2026 Topics in Emergency Medicine The Omni Grove Park Inn Resort Asheville, NC 20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com
April 20, 2026 - April 23, 2026 Spring on Hilton Head Island 2026 Encore Symposium Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Hilton Head Island, SC 22 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Ct, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com
April 20, 2026 - April 23, 2026 Focus on Anesthesia 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
April 23, 2026 - April 26, 2026 New Jazz in Anesthesia Virgin Hotels New Orleans New Orleans, LA 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
Featured Featured April 24, 2026 - April 29, 2026 Mid-Year Assembly 2026 JW Marriott Washington, DC Washington, DC Excerpt is optional
Featured Featured April 24, 2026 AANA Board of Directors Meeting – April 2026 JW Marriott Washington, D.C. Timing will be posted closer to the meeting. Registration will be posted closer to the meeting. Learn More
April 27, 2026 - April 30, 2026 Anesthesia Pearls: Aruba Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort Eagle Beach, Aruba 20 CEC | Med City Anesthesia Seminars, 3936 E Frontage Rd Hwy 52 N, #254, Rochester, MN 55901; mail@medcityanesthesiaseminars.com
April 28, 2026 - May 1, 2026 Topics in Pediatric Anesthesia Balboa Bay Resort Newport Beach, CA 20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026 Perspectives in Anesthesia 15 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com