AANA - American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

Hot Topics in Anesthesia
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-12 | Wynn Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
20 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com

CRNA Contracts and Compensation: What You Don't Know Will Cost You
2026-02-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
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 careers. We’ll clarify W-2 versus 1099 arrangements and highlight the critical contract clauses that can affect your pay, flexibility, and long-term satisfaction. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of your value and how to protect it.
Learning Objectives:

Identify the main sections of an employment agreement and 1099 contract
Understand the negotiation process for your first, current, or future role
Recognize current trends in CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist employment and compensation
Compare 1099 and W-2 work from a contractual perspective

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Essential Perioperative Point-of-Care Ultrasound Workshop
2026-02-04 07:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Omni Louisville Hotel, 400 S 2nd St., Louisville, KY, 40202, 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.
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When: February 4, 2026 from 7:30 a.m.-noon (ET)

Where: Omni Louisville Hotel, 400 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY
Cost: $899 members / $1,138 non-members

Planning to attend EDGE? This workshop and the Train-the-Trainer: Essential Perioperative POCUS Studies workshop from 1 –5:30 p.m. (ET) are available for add-on during the registration process.

EDGE 2026
2026-02-04 - 2026-02-07 | Omni Louisville Hotel, 400 S 2nd St., Louisville, KY, 40202, 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.
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AANA Board of Directors Meeting - February 2026
2026-02-04
Omni Louisville Hotel
Louisville, KY
Timing will be posted closer to the meeting.
Registration will be posted closer to the meeting.
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Aspen Anesthesia 2026
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06 | Viceroy Snowmass Resort, Snowmass Village, CO
22 CEC | Jenny Smith, PO Box 6145, Snowmass Village, CO 81615; office@holidayseminars.com

Current Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06 | Hotel Alpenrock, Breckenridge, CO
20 CEC | Northwest Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@northwestseminars.com

Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06 | Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Kapolei (O'ahu), HI

Clinical Concerns in Anesthesia
2026-02-02 - 2026-02-06 | The Lodge at Spruce Creek, Stowe, VT

AANA Fellows Applications Deadline
2026-02-02
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 deadline is February 2, 2026.
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Jefferson Anesthesia Conference
2026-01-31 - 2026-02-05 | Huntley Lodge, Big Sky, MT
25 CEC | Suzanne McCade, 111 South 11th Street, Suite G8280, Philadelphia, PA 19107; suzanne.mccade@jefferson.edu

Anesthesia Camp Grand Cayman 2026
2026-01-27 - 2026-01-31 | 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

Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-30 | Edgewood Tahoe Resort, Lake Tahoe (Stateline), NV

Current Topics in Anesthesia
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-29

CRNA Ski Colorado Anesthesia Conference
2026-01-25 - 2026-01-29 | Copper Mountain Resort, Copper Mountain, CO
25 CEC | Stephanie May, 7961 East 8th Avenue, Denver, CO 80230; crnaskicolorado@gmail.com

Resident Roundtable: Shift Happens: Managing Your Time (and Sanity) in Residency
2026-01-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
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 the chaos and thrive both personally and professionally.
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Anesthesia College Bowl at Annual Congress
2026-01-19 08:00 - 2026-03-06 17:00 (America/Chicago)
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 Annual Congress in August.
Key Dates:

Nomination Opens: January 19, 2026
Nomination Closes: March 6, 2026

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Resident Excellence Award
2026-01-19 - 2026-03-06
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 of health care.
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Current Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-01-19 - 2026-01-23 | Renaissance Wind Creek Curaçao Resort, Willemstad, Curaçao

Topics in Anesthesia
2026-01-18 - 2026-01-29 | 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

National CRNA Week 2026
2026-01-18 - 2026-01-24
Since 2000, National CRNA Week has been the annual celebration of our nation’s CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthesia Residents.

AANA Resident Mentoring Program
2026-01-15 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 (America/Chicago)
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: March 8, 2026

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AANA Foundation Resident Scholarships
2026-01-15 - 2026-03-01
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.
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Critical Care: The Team Approach
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-18 | Lido Beach Resort, Sarasota, FL

Daniel D. Vigness Federal Political Director Award Nominations Deadline
2026-01-15
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.
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Topics in Emergency Medicine
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-16 | Virgin Hotels New Orleans, New Orleans, LA

Current Topics in Anesthesia
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-16 | Playa Largo Resort and Spa, Key Largo, FL

Naples Winter Escape 2026 Encore Symposium
2026-01-12 - 2026-01-15 | LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Naples, FL
23 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106; nancy@escrnas.com

Anesthesia Update
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-11
15 CEC | Northwest Anesthesia Seminars, 1412 N 5th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301; info@nwas.com

Encore Advanced Anesthesiology Review 2026
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-11 | LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Naples, FL
12 CEC | Nancy LaBrie, 1907 Loch Lomond Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106-3608; nancy@escrnas.com
