AANA - American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

Spring on Hilton Head Island 2026 Encore Symposium
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-23 | Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, Hilton Head Island, SC
22 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Ct, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com

Focus on Anesthesia
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-23 | MT
20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com

Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-23 | The Omni Grove Park Inn Resort, Asheville, NC
20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com

Topics in Anesthesia
2026-04-19 - 2026-04-24 | Beaches Resort and Spa, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Challenges in Anesthesia
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Kauai, HI

Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Fairmont Orchid, Kona, HI

Topics in Anesthesia
2026-04-12 - 2026-04-17 | 7-Night St. Kitts, San Juan & Puerto Plata Cruise (cruise dates: 4/11-18 / ship: Celebrity Apex), Roundtrip from Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL

Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-12 | Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, Napa, CA

Topics in Anesthesia
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-10 | Hawks Cay Resort, Duck Key, FL

Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-10 | The Royal Sonesta San Juan, San Juan, PR

QPR Training for Suicide Awareness
2026-04-07 | Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia, Madison, TN
2 CEC | Hallie Evans, 315 Hospital Drive, Madison, TN 37115; hallie.evans@mtsa.edu

CRNA Scholars Application
2026-04-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | MT
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 to AANA member CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists only (residents are ineligible).
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Topics in Anesthesia
2026-03-31 - 2026-04-03 | Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, Tucson, AZ

Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-03-31 - 2026-04-03 | Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Resort (Anaheim), CA

Relevant Topics in Anesthesia
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-29 | The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, Hilton Head Island, SC

Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-03-24 - 2026-03-27 | Hawks Cay Resort, Duck Key, FL

Resident Roundtable: See something, say something: Recognizing and acting on substance use disorder in anesthesia
2026-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | MT
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 way that protects both patient safety and your professional community.
For more information about substance use disorder in the anesthesia profession, visit aana.com/SUD.
Drug or alcohol concerns? The AANA Helpline (800-654-5167) provides a 24-hour live, confidential response for CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and RRNAs with support, information, and helpful resources for issues related to alcohol or drugs. Individuals can call for themselves, and/or callers can be colleagues, supervisors, loved ones, or friends. For more information visit aana.com/helpline
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Clinical Anesthesia Update
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-27 | Fairmont Orchid, Kona, HI

Clearwater Anesthesia Beach Retreat 2026 Encore Symposium
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-26 | Opal Sandpearl Resort, Clearwater Beach, FL
22 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com

36th UC Davis Anesthesiology Update
2026-03-20 - 2026-03-22 | Silverado Resort, Napa, CA
19.5 CEC | Brenda Juan, 4150 V Street, Sacramento, CA 95817; bojuan@ucdavis.edu

Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-03-19 - 2026-03-22 | Opal Key Resort & Marina, Key West, FL

Focus on Anesthesia
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20 | The Wort Hotel, Grand Teton National Park (Jackson Hole), WY

Winning in Anesthesia
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-19 | The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV

Lifetime Achievement Recognition Award Nominations Deadline
2026-03-15 | MT
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 individuals whose excellence has furthered the art and science of nurse anesthesia
Helen Lamb Outstanding Educator Award—The award is presented to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who has made a significant contribution to the education of nurse anesthetists
Alice Magaw Outstanding Clinical Practitioner Award—The award recognizes the accomplishments of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists involved in direct patient care.
Ira P. Gunn Award for Outstanding Professional Advocacy—The award is presented to an individual who has made a contribution to our profession through legislative, legal, and/or regulatory efforts.

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50th Annual Virginia Apgar Seminar - Obstetric Anesthesia and Care of the Newborn
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15 | 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

Current Topics in Anesthesia
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-13 | The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City, UT

Updates in Anesthesia
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-12 | MT

Poster Presentation for Congress
2026-03-02 - 2026-04-01 | MT
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.
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Maui Anesthesia 2026
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-06 | Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Maui, HI
20 CEC | Jenny Smith, PO Box 6145, Snowmass Village, CO 81615; office@holidayseminars.com

Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-05 | Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, Sedona, AZ
