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CME Events | Departmental Events

CME Events

The following activities are available for CME credit as listed. For more information on these activities, please contact the activity medical director. Visit the CME website for an overview of all CME-related activities at Duke University Medical Center.

July 2009 Resident Lectures: "Introduction to Anesthesia "
July 2009 Grand Rounds: "Introduction to Anesthesia "

2nd Annual Pediatric Anesthesiology Conference

Infants and young children constitute a high risk population for undergoing anesthesia and surgery due to unique anatomic, physiologic and developmental differences compared to older, larger patients. A team approach to pediatric anesthesia requires that all team members function with up to date information on caring for this population. This conference will provide the anesthesia team with current information on a variety of common pediatric anesthetic problems.

September 12, 2009
The Thomas Center, Duke University | Durham, NC
For more information, contact Myra Stein: myra.stein@duke.edu.

Ultrasound for Every Anesthesiologist

Convenient pre-ASA Symposium
This is a one-day intensive hand on workshop specifically designed to teach ultrasound to Anesthesiologists of all skill levels ensuring that ultrasound is being used correctly and to its full potential. The use of ultrasound guided regional anesthesia could increase success in patient outcomes.

October 16, 2009
Marriott Renaissance Arts Hotel | New Orleans, LA
For more information, contact Katherine Siler: siler006@mc.duke.edu.

The Collaborative Anesthesia and Obstetric Care of the High Risk Delivery

November 14, 2009
The Thomas Center, Duke University | Durham, NC
For more information, contact Bridget White: white200@mc.duke.edu.

Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Management at the Spa

December 4-6, 2009
Miramonte Resort & Spa | Indian Wells, CA
For more information, contact Katherine Siler: siler006@mc.duke.edu.

Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia Preceptorship Course

Participants in the Duke Preceptorship will spend three days in the regional block area, operating rooms and on the floor with post surgery patients observing ultrasound guided single shot nerve blocks and catheter techniques in a wide variety of clinical scenarios. They will learn how to set up the block area for maximum efficiency in the OR environment, improve their decision making ability and make choices in the performance of regional anesthesia. A one-on-one discussion with the Duke Faculty member reviewing cases, scanning techniques and the image library as well as covering handout materials will augment the preceptorship experience.

2009 Dates Available
Duke University Medical Center | Durham, NC
For more information, contact Katherine Siler: siler006@mc.duke.edu .

Visiting Preceptorship in Intraoperative Transesophageal Echocardiography

Participants in the Duke Intraoperative TEE Preceptorship spend one three-day session in the cardiac operating suites, observing techniques of intraoperative TEE and interpretation of images. Preceptors will participate in active discussions with cardiothoracic anesthesia faculty and fellows, and learn the basic TEE exam. They will also learn how to troubleshoot difficult cases and enhance their decision-making skills in the operating room. Cases will be reviewed with fellows and faculty and images from pathology libraries will be used to augment the preceptorship experience.

2009-2010 Dates Available
Duke University Medical Center | Durham, NC
For more information, contact Jaime C. Cooke: jca24@notes.duke.edu.

4th Annual Winter Anesthesia and Critical Care Review

February 28-March 5, 2010
Duke University Medical Center | Durham, NC
For more information, contact Katherine Siler: siler006@mc.duke.edu.

3rd Annual Emerging Technologies in the OR

June 6-9, 2009
Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort | Lake Buena Vista, FL
For more information, contact Katherine Siler: siler006@mc.duke.edu.

Departmental Events

2009 ASA: October 17-21, 2009 | New Orleans, LA

21st Annual Alumni Reception: October 18, 2009 | 7-10 p.m. | New Orleans, LA

2009 Department Holiday Party: December 19, 2009 | Durham Marriott Hotel | Durham, NC

Send calendar submissions to Chris Keith: keith010@mc.duke.edu.