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Forward2026 Trends in Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors -Robyn E. Finney, APRN, CRNA, DNAP
March 2 - 5, 2026 - Hilton Caribe - San Juan, Puerto Rico
This course offers the latest evidence-based updates in today’s standard of anesthesia care. Expert Mayo Clinic faculty provide an overview of the most recent advances in anesthesiology management, pharmacology and wellness within the anesthesia community. Attendees leave with a better understanding of new research and current guidelines that are immediately applicable to clinical practice.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $1375 |
| Allied Health, CRNA, NP, PA, Retirees | $1175 |
Target Audience
This course is designed to provide an overview of the most recent advances in anesthesiology management, pharmacology and wellness among healthcare professionals of the perioperative team, including: CRNAs, physician anesthesiologists, RNs, PAs, and NPs.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Identify how artificial intelligence is used to improve patient safety.
- Discuss anesthetic implications when caring for patients taking cannabinoids medicinally or recreationally.
- Identify anesthetic implications when caring for patients with neurodivergent conditions.
- Summarize pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles of remimazolam.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Monday, March 2, 2026 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits - Mandatory Sign in |
7:25 AM | Welcome |
7:30 AM | Remimazolam: How Does It Compare? |
8:30 AM | Robotics Review: Minimally Invasive Meets Maximally Prepared |
9:30 AM | Break |
9:45 AM | Passing Gas w/out Passing Gas: Air Embolus Epidemiology, Physiology and Management |
10:45 AM | Anesthesia 2050: The Rise of AI and the Future of Precision Patient Care |
11:45 AM | Anesthetic and Procedural Complications in the GI Suites |
12:45 PM | Adjourn |
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits |
7:25 AM | Welcome |
7:30 AM | A 2024 APSF Update: Useful Patient Safety Takeaways |
8:30 AM | The Endocannabinoid System: Hidden Conductor of a Human Symphony |
9:30 AM | Break |
9:45 AM | Mastering Neuromuscular Block Management: The Role of Quantitative Monitoring in the Era of Sugammadex |
10:45 AM | Perioperative Considerations for Patients Taking GLP-1 Agonists |
11:45 AM | When the Flow is Too Much or Too Little: Valvular Disease in Non-Cardiac Surgery |
12:45 PM | Adjourn |
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits |
7:25 AM | Welcome |
7:30 AM | Non-Operating Room Anesthesia: Anesthetic Considerations in the Neuroradiology Suites |
8:30 AM | Burnout: How Much More Can We Take? |
9:30 AM | Break |
9:45 AM | Things That Make you go Hmmm |
10:45 AM | Generational Diversity in the Workplace: Fostering Understanding and Collaboration |
11:45 AM | Regional Anesthesia Blocks, Indications, and Rescue Strategies |
12:45 PM | Adjourn |
Thursday, March 5, 2026 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits |
7:35 AM | Announcements |
7:30 AM | Neuroexcitation after Propofol: It's a "Frenzy” |
8:30 AM | Pharmacogenomics and Anesthesia |
9:30 AM | Break |
9:45 AM | Anesthetic Considerations for Neurodivergent Populations |
10:45 AM | PPMs, LVADs, & ECMO-Oh My! Anesthetic Implications for Non-Cardiac Surgery |
11:45 AM | Navigating the Difficult Airway with Technical and Nontechnical Skills |
12:45 PM | Adjourn |
Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rates at the Hilton Caribe. See below for the various rates being offered. To receive the special rates, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the expiration date of January 19, 2026, whichever comes first. After January 19, 2026, reservations will be taken based on space and rate availability. Each attendee is allowed one guest room at the special course room rate.
| Room Type | Single | Double | Triple | Quad |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Garden or Wave Wing Room | $344 | $344 | $374 | $404 |
There is no charge for children younger than eighteen (18) years of age sharing the same room with their parents and utilizing existing bedding. The maximum number of persons per room is four (4) adults or two (2) adults and two (2) children.
Online Booking Link
Resort Experience Fee
There is an additional charge of $32.00 per room per day plus tax that is not included in the above room rates. The following amenities are bundled into this charge:
• Exclusive Beach Access
• Complimentary use of our Fitness Center located at Zen Spa Océano (open 24 hours; access with room key)
• Access to the Tropical Gardens
• Access to Beach Chairs and Umbrellas
• 1 hour complimentary use of Olympian sponsored (Monica Puig) tennis courts (upon availability)
• Unlimited use of Kids Play Ground
• Access to Islita sundeck (upon availability)
• Daily Outdoor Recreational Activities such as, but not limited to: Bingo, daily rituals, yoga classes etc.
• Piña Colada Tasting at Bagua Pool Bar (upon availability
In addition to the room rates service charges will be posted to the Individual Guest Room Portfolio. The service charges are as follows: Porterage: $6.08 per person (includes both check-in and check-out); Room Attendant: $0.50 per day per person, plus applicable tax currently at 10.5% state tax and 1% municipality tax.
Additional Travel Information
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant. Mayo Clinic School of CPD is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting. Costs incurred by the registrant such as airline or hotel fees or penalties are the responsibility of the registrant. All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 20.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AANA
This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 20.00 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1045582; Expiration Date 3/5/2026.
The AANA designates this program as meeting the criteria for up to 4.00 CE credits in Pharmacology & Therapeutics.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 20.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 20.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 20.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5.00 |
| Tuesday | 5.00 |
| Wednesday | 5.00 |
| Thursday | 5.00 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 20.00 AANA
- 20.00 AAPA Category 1
- 20.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 20.00 ANCC
- 20.00 Attendance
- 20.00 IPCE
SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES
This course offers the unique opportunity for a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including the ability to interact with healthcare providers and highlight their products and services through an exhibit. Please view the prospectus for full details.
If you are interested in exhibiting only, please complete the Exhibitor Letter of Agreement.
If you are interested in sponsoring, please complete the Sponsorship Letter of Agreement and the Exhibitor Letter of Agreement.
Contact: Heather Schultz or Lisa Winter
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $1375 |
| Allied Health, CRNA, NP, PA, Retirees | $1175 |
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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