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Upcoming CRNA Conferences in 2023 and Early 2024: Stay Ahead of the Curve

Written by DirectShifts | Sep 7, 2023 6:11:00 AM

Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing anesthesia and pain management services to patients of all ages. CRNAs are highly skilled and trained professionals who are committed to providing the best possible care to their patients.

To stay up-to-date on the latest advances in their field, CRNAs often attend conferences and workshops. These events provide CRNAs with the opportunity to learn from experts, network with colleagues, and earn continuing education credits.

Here is a list of upcoming CRNA conferences in 2023 and early 2024:

2023

American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) Annual Meeting
  • September 10-13, 2023: Orlando, Florida
American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Annual Meeting
  • October 14-18, 2023: San Diego, California
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars
  • October 23-27, 2023: Grand Hyatt Kauai, Kauai, Hawaii
  • November 5-10, 2023: Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, Kona, Hawaii
Encore Symposiums
  • October 14-15, 2023: Cape Neddick, Maine
  • October 16-19, 2023: Cape Neddick, Maine
  • November 11-13, 2023: Sedona, Arizona
  • November 13-16, 2023: Sedona, Arizona
  • February 24-25, 2024: Palm Springs, California

2024

Summit Anesthesia Seminars
  • January 24-28, 2024: Jackson Hole, Wyoming

These are just a few of the many upcoming CRNA conferences in 2023 and early 2024. CRNAs are encouraged to research the conferences that are most relevant to their interests and needs. Attending a CRNA conference can be a great way to learn about the latest advances in the field, network with colleagues, and earn continuing education credits.

Benefits of attending a CRNA conference

There are many benefits to attending a CRNA conference, including:

  • Learning about the latest advances in CRNA practice: CRNA conferences feature educational sessions and workshops on a variety of topics, including new anesthesia techniques, pain management strategies, and patient safety.
  • Networking with colleagues: CRNA conferences provide CRNAs with the opportunity to network with colleagues from all over the country. This can be a great way to learn about best practices, share ideas, and develop professional relationships.
  • Earning continuing education credits: Most CRNA conferences offer continuing education credits to attendees. This is important for CRNAs who need to maintain their certification.

How to choose a CRNA conference

When choosing a CRNA conference, CRNAs should consider the following factors:

  • Topics: CRNAs should choose a conference that features educational sessions and workshops on the topics that are most relevant to their interests and needs.
  • Location: CRNAs should choose a conference that is located in a city that they are interested in visiting.
  • Cost: CRNAs should budget for the cost of registration, travel, and accommodations.

Attending a CRNA conference can be a great way to learn about the latest advances in the field, network with colleagues, and earn continuing education credits. CRNAs are encouraged to research the conferences that are most relevant to their interests and needs.