Dallas, TX

EDGE: Educate. Develop. Grow. Engage.

EDGE is the premier educator-to-educator event in nurse anesthesiology. Expand your knowledge and build meaningful relationships as you collaborate with other passionate educators on the cutting edge of nurse anesthesia learning.


EDGE 2026 registration rates
  • Member: $830
  • Resident member: $385
  • Nonmember: $950
  • Military: $530

EDGE FAQs

What is EDGE?

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.

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What topics are discussed at EDGE?

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.

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Who should attend EDGE?

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.

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