Annual Congress is nurse anesthesiology’s largest educational event, offering high-quality, evidence-based clinical information, hands-on learning, professional development, and networking opportunities for CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists, nurse anesthesiology residents, RN-APRNs, educators, and industry partners.
Updated: 9/24/2026
Annual Congress covers a wide range of topics relevant to nurse anesthesiology, including patient safety, clinical practice, pharmacology, pediatrics and obstetrics, research and evidence-based practice, the business of anesthesia, technology and innovation, well-being and resilience, leadership, and career development. Programming also explores emerging trends and specialized topics shaping the profession.
Annual Congress offers opportunities to expand clinical knowledge, explore the latest research and innovations, and build professional connections at every stage of your career. Whether practicing, in school, or considering becoming a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist, you're encouraged to attend!
You do not need to be an AANA member to attend; however, members receive significant registration discounts. Learn more about becoming an AANA member.
Registration for Annual Congress 2027 will open in March. Sign up to receive updates, including news and discounts, as they become available.
Annual Congress 2026 registration rates:
If you purchased the Congress Digital Pass add-on during registration, you’ll have access to select recorded Congress sessions on demand after the event.
The Digital Pass is for informational purposes only. Continuing education (CE) credit is not available for Digital Pass sessions.
Digital Pass content will be available by October 31, 2026. If you purchased the pass, you will:
Please note: The Digital Pass link will not work until the courses are available.
If you would like to purchase the Digital Pass, contact meetings@aana.com or 607-674-2123.
Updated: 10/5/2026
For all questions, please contact: help@aana.com
Updated: 6/8/2026
You do not need to be a member to attend; however, there are significant discounts as part of your membership. Learn more about becoming an AANA member.
Guest Passes only allow access to the exhibit hall, Party with a Purpose, and the AANA Honors Reception, not educational sessions. This pass does not allow attendees to claim CEs or provide a certification of attendance to the meeting.
Due to the nature of the meeting, no children under the age of 16 will be allowed in the meeting rooms, exhibit hall or events.
Annual Congress 2027 will be held August 8-12, 2027, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.
Members can find more than 30 free CE within Education Edge
Check back regularly to see new Journal Courses and other free content.
Through a course bundle on Education Edge
To earn your 8 DEA MATE Act credits that meet the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) requirements, log in to the DEA Requirement Bundle.
Not all CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists have a DEA number, but if you do, you will receive communications directly from the DEA regarding how to maintain your license.
Tip: Earn up to 11 other pharmacology credits on CRNA Education Edge.
Access and download CE certificates on Education Edge
All purchased courses, including the Core Modules, will appear on Education Edge
AANA Digital Badges are verified credentials that recognize your achievement in specialized areas of nurse anesthesiology. Unlike traditional continuing education that documents course completion, Digital Badges validate your knowledge and demonstrated expertise through evidence-based education developed specifically for CRNAs and nurse anesthesiologists.
You can currently earn Digital Badges in specialty pathways such as:
As you earn badges within a specialty pathway, you'll build toward an AANA PROficiency Micro-credential, recognizing advanced specialty expertise and your commitment to lifelong professional growth. Digital Badges can also be shared on LinkedIn, résumés, email signatures, professional portfolios, and employer credentialing records.
Updated: 10/13/2026
The Peer Pathways Program for Educators at EDGE connects experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) educators with new and aspiring educators to share perspectives, build professional relationships, and support career growth. Experienced educators serve as career guides, offering insights and encouragement to colleagues navigating a similar professional journey.
To express your interest, simply select “A Guide (experienced CRNA educator)” or “A new or aspiring CRNA educator” under the Peer Pathways Educator Program question when registering for EDGE.
Updated: 10/14/2026
Yes. Registration for EDGE 2027 is now open.
Updated: 10/7/2026
View the full EDGE agenda.
View the full EDGE speakers.
For questions about EDGE, contact AANA at help@aana.com.
Updated: 10/6/2026
The Board Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, 2027. Additional details will be shared closer to the event.
Members will receive a separate registration link to attend virtually. Check the AANA governance page for updates.
Following each session, evaluations will open on the EDGE website and AANA Meetings mobile app. Select the “CE Evaluation” button for each session to complete the session evaluation.
Session evaluations and the overall meeting evaluation must be completed by March 31, 2027, at noon CT, to earn CE credits.
EDGE 2027 has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 16.5 MAC Ed CE credits.
If you cannot attend EDGE or a separate ticketed event, contact AANA at help@aana.com.
Cancellation fee schedule for EDGE 2027:
Yes. Guests may attend EDGE for an additional fee.
Guest passes include access to the exhibit hall and welcome reception but do not include access to educational sessions.
Yes. A military discount is available to current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and Veterans.
Complete the form to qualify. Once verified, you will receive a discount code to apply during registration.
Registration fees are available on the EDGE Attend webpage.
Business casual attire is recommended for most conference activities. Comfortable shoes are encouraged.
No. EDGE is a live, in-person-only event and will not include virtual components.
No. You do not need to be an AANA member to attend EDGE. AANA members receive significant registration discounts as part of their membership.
Learn more about becoming an AANA member.
EDGE 2027 will be held at:
Sheraton Dallas Hotel 400 N. Olive Street Dallas, TX 75201
EDGE 2027 will be held Feb. 25–28, 2027.
The Assembly of Didactic and Clinical Educators (ADCE) has evolved into EDGE: Educate, Develop, Grow, Engage, AANA’s educator-to-educator conference.
The change was shaped by feedback from attendees, focus groups, and the AANA Education Committee to ensure the event continues to meet the evolving needs of nurse anesthesia educators. EDGE builds on the foundation of ADCE with a stronger focus on didactic education, innovative teaching strategies, professional growth, and meaningful networking.
While the name and some aspects of the programming have changed, the core mission remains the same: bringing CRNA /nurse anesthesiologist educators together to share knowledge, strengthen their teaching, build professional connections, and advance nurse anesthesiology education.
Updated: 9/28/2026
Yes. APRN faculty members are eligible to attend EDGE. To register, please contact meetings@aana.com for assistance with registration.
Updated: 9/21/2026
No. Beginning in 2027, RN-APRN members are not eligible to register for or attend EDGE.
RN-APRN members are welcome to attend other AANA events, including the Mid-Year Assembly (MYA) and Annual Congress.
As an educator-to-educator event, topics vary each year to align with industry trends. Common topics include curriculum design, innovative teaching strategies, admissions strategies, student resilience, simulation, assessment, and educational research.
EDGE is intended for program directors, administrators, faculty, and educators involved in didactic or clinical nurse anesthesia training. It is also intended for people considering a path in nurse anesthesia education.
EDGE is the annual educator conference hosted by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) for nurse anesthesia program leaders, faculty, and administrators. The event focuses on advancing nurse anesthesia education through research, collaboration, and faculty development.
Registration for Mid-Year Assembly 2027 will open in December 2026. Sign up to receive updates, including news and discounts, as they become available.
MYA 2026 registration rates:
Mid-Year Assembly 2027 will be held April 17–21, 2027, at the JW Marriott in Washington, D.C.
Updated: 10/8/2026
Anyone invested in the future of nurse anesthesiology is encouraged to attend, whether practicing, in school, or considering a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist career. It takes all of us to shape a better future for our patients and the profession.
You do not need to be an AANA member to attend; however, members receive significant registration discounts and access to member-exclusive workshops. Learn more about becoming an AANA member.
MYA covers key federal health policy topics, including legislative priorities affecting nurse anesthesiology, patient access to care, reimbursement, practice issues, and the evolving health care landscape. Sessions also focus on advocacy training, grassroots engagement, and effective communication with policymakers.
AANA Mid-Year Assembly (MYA) is the annual advocacy event hosted by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) for CRNA/nurse anesthesiologists, residents, and RN-APRNs. The event focuses on advancing the profession and patient care through advocacy, education, and direct engagement with policymakers on Capitol Hill. You’ll leave MYA with influential new connections, strategies to use back home, and a reinvigorated passion for our profession.