Welcome! Annual Congress brings together thousands of nurse anesthesiology professionals for learning, networking, and professional development.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Hear from industry leaders, clinical experts, and innovators sharing insights and best practices
• Explore the exhibit hall
• Network with CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and other professionals
• Attend educational sessions (available both in-person in Boston and virtually)

Getting Started

Save $700 on registration: You don’t need to be an AANA member to attend Annual Congress, but RN-APRN members receive discounted registration. Join AANA for $250, then save $700 on your registration.

First-Timer Event: Meet fellow first-time attendees at the first-timer event and get comfortable before diving into everything Congress has to offer.

Venue Location

The meeting will take place at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (415 Summer St., Boston, MA 02210) in the Seaport District.

Getting Around

Boston is a walkable city with excellent public transportation. The convention center is located in the vibrant Seaport District, which has undergone significant development in recent years and offers plenty of dining, entertainment, and waterfront activities.

Party With a Purpose

Attend the Party With a Purpose at historic Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, or take time to explore one of America’s most historic cities.

Transportation: Shuttle service to and from Fenway Park will be provided, so getting there is easy.
Drink Tickets: When you pick up your badge at the Registration Desk, you can donate requested items to receive up to two drink tickets.

Connect with experienced CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists during networking events, educational sessions, and throughout the Exhibit Hall.

Key Networking Opportunities

First-Timer Event: As a first-time attendee, you’ll want to attend this dedicated event where you can connect with other newcomers in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great way to meet peers and get oriented to the conference.

Party With a Purpose at Fenway Park: This is a major networking event where you can mingle with CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and other attendees in the iconic setting of Fenway Park while supporting a local children’s charity.

Exhibit Hall: The exhibit hall provides informal networking opportunities as you explore the latest products and services in the industry.

Educational Sessions: Sessions offer chances to connect with speakers and other attendees who share your clinical interests.

Honors Reception: This event celebrates achievements in the profession and provides another opportunity to network with leaders and peers.

Attend sessions created for aspiring CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists, ask questions, and gain practical advice about preparing for nurse anesthesiology school.

New to Annual Congress? Join us to connect with other first-timers and build your AANA community! Chat with AANA leaders and staff to learn more about Annual Congress. Light refreshments will be served.

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For RNs looking to transition to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist program, this session provides tactical insights about optimizing your clinical experience, mastering the interview, leveraging AI to sharpen your professional profile, and creating a competitive application.

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Discover how AANA safeguards your practice and nurtures your career from residency to retirement. This lightning-round session pulls back the curtain on advocacy, wellness, and leadership, giving you a roadmap for engagement and an appreciation of AANA members’ collective strength.

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Hear from RNs, RRNAs, newly graduated CRNAs and experienced CRNA/nurse anesthesiologists about what to expect at every stage of the journey. This session offers practical guidance on succeeding in school and clinicals, transitioning into practice, choosing your first job, building confidence and creating a sustainable career.

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• Opening Ceremonies | Aug. 22, 8–8:45 a.m. ET
• Keynote | Aug. 22, 8:45–10 a.m. ET
• Beyond the Beep: Pulse Ox, Hidden Hypoxia, and Safety (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 22, 10–11 a.m. ET
• Harnessing AI: A CRNA’s Journey From Cruise Control to ChatGPT to AI-Generated Patients (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 22, 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. ET
• State of the Science General e-Poster Session (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 22, 12:45–1:45 p.m. ET
• Anesthesia 2030: Business Models, Workforce Shifts, and the Future of Practice (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 22, 1:45–2:45 p.m. ET
• Let Them: A Strategy for Resilience and Sustainable Anesthesia Practice (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 22, 3–4 p.m. ET

• Advancing Surgical Readiness Through Preoperative Optimization and Patient Blood Management (1 MAC Ed, 0.5 Pharm) | Aug. 23, 8:15–9:15 a.m. ET
• Jan Stewart Memorial Wellness Lecture: See Something, Do Something: Recognizing and Responding to Substance Use Disorder in the Anesthesia Professional (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 23, 9:30–10:30 a.m. ET
• Rm8 iNoV8 Pitch Competition | Aug. 23, 10:45 a.m.
• State of the Science General e-Poster Session (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 23, Noon–1 p.m. ET
• Option 1: RN Session: From Bedside to Boarded: Your Nurse Anesthesiology Roadmap | Aug. 23, 1:15–2:15 p.m. ET
• Option 2: Goldie D. Brangman Lecture: What the Chart Doesn’t Say: Social Determinants in the Anesthesia Plan (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 23, 1:15–2:15 p.m. ET
• State of the Science General e-Poster Session (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 23, 2:30–3:30 p.m. ET
• Wellness Networking Event | Aug. 23, 3:30 p.m.
• College Bowl | Aug. 23, 5:30 p.m.

• Exhibit Hall | Aug. 24, 8 a.m.–Noon ET
• State of the Science General e-Poster Session (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 24, 12:15–1:15 p.m. ET
• John Garde Memorial Lecture: Guardians of the Profession: Leadership, Courage, and Timing in Nurse Anesthesiology (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 24, 1:30–2:30 p.m. ET
• Medical Malpractice – Mock Deposition (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 24, 2:45–3:45 p.m. ET
• RN/Resident Session: Your CRNA Career: Insights From Every Stage (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 24, 4–5 p.m. ET
• Party With a Purpose (Fenway) | Aug. 24, 6 p.m. ET

• Walk This Way: Following Pain Pathways to Better Outcomes (1 MAC Ed, 0.5 Pharm, 0.5 Pain) | Aug. 25, 9–10 a.m. ET
• Blowing Up the Balloon on Mask Inductions: How to Ethically Respond When Children Refuse Induction (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 25, 10:15–11:15 a.m. ET
• From Skepticism to Strategy: Embracing AI in Your Practice (1 MAC Ed) | Aug. 25, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET