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SUMMARY:MTSA Golf Tournament at Topgolf
DESCRIPTION:Supporting MTSA’s Mission Initiative in Guyana\nThursday\, Sept. 24\, 2026\n6–9 P.M.\nTOPGOLF NASHVILLE \nJoin us for this exciting event where you can enjoy food\, networking\, and tournament play – all for a great cause. Whether you’re an aspiring golf pro or picking up a club for the first time\, this event is fun for all! \nProceeds from the event support the introduction of medical simulation programs and conducting the first-ever simulation workshop tailored for nurse anesthetists in Guyana. \nDon’t miss your chance to mix and mingle with the anesthesia community while enjoying this exciting event. With every shot\, you’re helping to bring better health outcomes to those in need. \nTake a look at our sponsorship levels: Download Now» \nREGISTER NOW»\nEvent Schedule:\n6:00 p.m. – Registration opens\n6:00 p.m. – Free play\n6:30 p.m. – Buffet-style dinner\n7:00 p.m. – Tournament\n8:15 p.m. – Announcement of Winners\n8:20 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Free play \nWant to support MTSA’s Mission Initiative while promoting your business to CRNAs? Make an impact with one of the following Sponsorship Opportunities: \n\nBay Sponsor\nFood & Drink Sponsor\nTournament Play Sponsor\nGame Sponsor (does not include bay\, logo displayed throughout event and during game play)\nFriend of Missions (does not include bay\, logo displayed throughout event)\n\nDownload Sponsorship Info» \n  \nPurchase your sponsorship via credit card by clicking the REGISTER NOW link. \nUnable to attend but want to support MTSA’s efforts? DONATE NOW»
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/mtsa-golf-tournament-at-topgolf/
LOCATION:Topgolf Nashville\, 500 Cowan St\, Nashville\, TN\, 37207\, United States
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SUMMARY:See the Space: Optimizing Neuraxial Placement with Ultrasound
DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers a practical\, image-driven approach to improving spinal and epidural placement through neuraxial ultrasound. Participants will learn how to identify key sonographic landmarks\, understand relevant anatomy\, and incorporate ultrasound findings into procedural planning. The session also includes a demonstration of core scanning techniques designed to enhance accuracy\, optimize needle trajectory\, and support safer neuraxial procedures. \nREGISTER HERE»\nObjectives: \n\nReview the sonographic anatomy relevant to neuraxial procedures\, including identification of key landmarks for spinal and epidural placement.\nDemonstrate essential neuraxial ultrasound scanning techniques to improve procedural accuracy\, needle trajectory planning\, and patient safety.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/see-the-space-optimizing-neuraxial-placement-with-ultrasound/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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SUMMARY:Preview Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover Your Future as a CRNA at MTSA!\nCome see firsthand why MTSA is ranked in the top five schools in the nation to attend. Attend our Preview Day and explore everything our DNAP Practice Doctorate program has to offer. Tour our campus\, connect with faculty and current students\, and experience our state-of-the-art simulation and anatomy lab spaces. Plus\, learn about financial aid options and get guidance on your application. \nDate: Thursday\, July 23\, 2026\nTime: 1–5 p.m.\nLocation: Bernard Bowen Academic Center\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN \nCapacity has been reached for this event. For any questions\, please contact marketing@mtsa.edu.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/preview-day-072326/
LOCATION:Bernard Bowen Academic Center\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Guiding Every Breath You Take: Ultrasound Airway Assessment and Awake Intubation Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This webinar explores how point-of-care ultrasound can transform preoperative airway evaluation and support safer\, more informed decisions around awake intubation. Participants will learn practical techniques for identifying the cricothyroid membrane\, assessing airway anatomy\, and integrating POCUS findings into airway planning. The session also includes a demonstration of key airway ultrasound scans and how they guide the selection and execution of awake intubation strategies. \nObjectives: \n\nDescribe how ultrasound can enhance preoperative airway assessment\, including identification of the cricothyroid membrane and decision-making for awake intubation.\nDemonstrate key airway POCUS scanning techniques and their application in determining the need for an awake intubation.\n\nRegister Here 
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/guiding-every-breath-you-take-ultrasound-airway-assessment-and-awake-intubation-strategies/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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SUMMARY:TEE/TTE Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The TEE/TTE Workshop is designed to introduce the participants to PoCUS studies that can be used as part of patient assessment in everyday clinical practice. Participants must complete the TEE/TTE online modules prior to attending the workshop. During the workshop\, participants will learn to perform the studies on live models and high-fidelity simulators. Participants will complete a competency-based evaluation with course instructors to demonstrate proficiency. \nADDITIONAL DETAILS & REGISTRATION» \nFor more information\, contact workshops@mtsa.edu.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/tee-tte-workshop/
LOCATION:MTSA Campus\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
CATEGORIES:UPM,UPM Workshops
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SUMMARY:Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in the MTSA Career Fair. This is an excellent opportunity to connect with our talented students and graduates. MTSA students are highly sought after in the field of nurse anesthesia. This career fair provides a direct line to top talent. We have a limited number of exhibitor spots available (60 total). Register early to secure your place! If the event is sold out\, you will receive an ‘out of stock’ message. We will notify you if any cancellations occur. \n\n\nEXHIBITOR REGISTRATION»\nThe event is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. so that the seniors may attend after they finish their clinical rotations. \nSponsorship\nVendor: $500\n*Secure a booth in a high-traffic area. Includes admission for 2 representatives\, with complimentary food and beverages. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Wednesday\, April 1\, 2026\nTime: 3:00-7:00 pm CST (Setup begins at 2:00 pm CST)\nCost: $500 per exhibitor booth (Maximum 4 participants) \nContact for the event: For questions or assistance\, please contact Alex Thomas at alex.thomas@mtsa.edu or 615-732-7855. \nProvided At the Event:\n\nExhibitor table (about 4 feet long)\, two chairs\, and dinner\nDinner for exhibitors\n\nShipping details:\n\nShip all booth materials to MTSA Campus\, 312 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN 37115\, with the company name on the packages and attention to Alex Thomas.\nMake sure the arrival is no later than March 25\, to guarantee shipment before the event. We are not able to sign for or receive packages Friday-Sunday.* If you would like to have items shipped back from MTSA\, please get in touch with Alex Thomas to arrange pickup or drop off.\n\nRegistration ends March 20th\, 2026\, or once all spots have been filled.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/career-fair/
LOCATION:MTSA Campus\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Cadaveric Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Essentials of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia (USGRA) Cadaveric Workshop is designed to enhance participants’ understanding and skill set in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks commonly used for perioperative pain management. Simulated experiences with cadaveric specimens provide practical applications of the knowledge acquired through online course materials. Guided by anatomists\, participants engage in cadaveric dissections\, practice needling techniques on whole-body cadavers\, refine their scanning techniques through live model scanning\, and collaborate with regional anesthesia experts in a 1:4 faculty-to-attendee ratio. \nADDITIONAL DETAILS & REGISTRATION» \nFor more information\, contact workshops@mtsa.edu.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/essentials-of-ultrasound-guided-regional-anesthesia-cadaveric-workshop/
LOCATION:MTSA Campus\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
CATEGORIES:UPM,UPM Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260122T201433Z
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SUMMARY:Prospective Student Open House
DESCRIPTION:Discover Your Future as a CRNA at MTSA!\nJoin us for our Prospective Student Open House and explore everything our DNAP Practice Doctorate program has to offer. Tour our campus\, connect with faculty\, staff\, and current students\, and experience our state-of-the-art simulation and anatomy lab spaces. Plus\, learn about financial aid options\, get expert guidance on your application\, and see firsthand why students from across the country choose MTSA as the launch pad for their CRNA career. \nDate: Monday\, March 23\, 2026\nTime: 1 – 5 p.m. (registration starts at 12:30 p.m.)\nLocation: Bernard Bowen Academic Center\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN \nREGISTER NOW»\nRegistration will close when capacity has been reached. For more information regarding available space\, please contact alex.thomas@mtsa.edu.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/prospective-student-open-house/
LOCATION:Bernard Bowen Academic Center\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260721T170120Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Unlocking the Sympathetic Chain — Understanding Stellate Ganglion Blocks + Live Demo
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides a practical\, clinically focused overview of stellate ganglion blocks\, including essential anatomy\, common indications\, and important safety considerations. Participants will learn how to identify key sonographic landmarks and understand the step-by-step workflow for performing an ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block. The session concludes with a live demonstration to reinforce technique\, transducer positioning\, and local anesthetic dosing strategies. \nPresentation slides»\nWebinar recording video» \nObjectives: \n\nReview the key anatomy\, clinical indications\, and potential complications associated with stellate ganglion blocks.\nPerform an ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block\, highlighting key landmarks\, transducer positioning\, procedural steps\, and common local anesthetic dosing strategies.\n\nPresenters \n \nChristian R. Falyar\, DNAP\, CRNA\, FAANA\nDirector\, Ultrasound and Pain Management\, MTSA \n \nNicolette Hooge\, DNP\, MBA\, CRNA\, FAANA\nDirector of Clinical Education\, Ultrasound and Pain Management\, MTSA \n \nDavid Gaskin\, MHS\, CRNA\, NSPM-C\nOwner\, Maverick Medical Education
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/webinar-series-unlocking-the-sympathetic-chain-understanding-stellate-ganglion-blocks-live-demo/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM,UPM Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T080000
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SUMMARY:Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The PoCUS Workshop aims to enhance participants’ understanding and practical skills in essential point-of-care ultrasound studies for the assessment and development of a perioperative anesthetic plan. The immersive hybrid course includes eight hours of didactic lectures paired with four hours of hands-on instruction. Participants will gain practical experience through live-model scanning sessions covering: \n\nUltrasound assessment of gastric contents\nPeripheral vascular access\nProper endotracheal tube placement\nLocation of the cricothyroid membrane\nLung ultrasound\nUltrasound assessment of intracranial pressure\nHemodynamic status evaluation\n\nADDITIONAL DETAILS & REGISTRATION» \nFor more information\, contact workshops@mtsa.edu.
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/point-of-care-ultrasound-pocus-workshop/
LOCATION:MTSA Campus\, 315 Hospital Drive\, Madison\, TN\, 37115\, United States
CATEGORIES:UPM,UPM Workshops
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SUMMARY:TEE and TTE: A Practical Approach to Focused Cardiac Imaging
DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar explores a practical comparison of focused TEE and TTE exams. Presenters will be highlighting key clinical uses\, image acquisition techniques\, and limitations of each approach. Through real-time ultrasound imaging and guided discussion\, participants will explore essential cardiac views and gain insight into selecting the most effective modality for various clinical scenarios. \nWebinar recording video»
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/tee-and-tte-a-practical-approach-to-focused-cardiac-imaging/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260721T170343Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Brachial Plexus: Isolated Axillary Circumflex & Suprascapular Nerve Blocks for Shoulder Surgery
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session explores targeted approaches to shoulder analgesia beyond the brachial plexus. Through focused anatomy review and real-time ultrasound demonstration\, participants will learn how to identify and block the axillary circumflex and suprascapular nerves to support effective\, opioid-sparing perioperative pain management. \n\nPresentation slides»\nWebinar recording video»
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/beyond-the-brachial-plexus-isolated-axillary-circumflex-suprascapular-nerve-blocks-for-shoulder-surgery/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260721T170507Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T170507Z
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SUMMARY:Erector Spinae Plane Block: Anatomy Review and Live Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session provides a focused overview of the erector spinae plane block\, featuring a real-time ultrasound demonstration. Designed to support clinical application\, the session will walk through key concepts and practical tips to increase confidence and consistency in performing this regional technique. \n\nPresentation slides» \n\n\nWebinar recording video»
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/erector-spinae-plane-block-anatomy-review-and-live-demonstration/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260721T170648Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T170648Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Pain Management: Leveraging the NOPAIN Act for Enhanced Patient Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Discover how the NOPAIN Act will expand access to non-opioid treatments\, creating opportunities to optimize multimodal strategies in the perioperative management of pain. Learn best practices for integrating non-opioid alternatives—such as Exparel\, perineural catheters\, and cryoneurolysis—to improve patient outcomes while reducing opioid reliance. Gain valuable insights into billing\, coding\, and implementation strategies to help providers navigate reimbursement and successfully incorporate these techniques into their clinical practice. \n\nNOPAIN Act Slides\nExparel Billing & Coding\niovera Billing & Coding\nAvanos Billing & Coding
URL:https://www.mtsa.edu/event/the-future-of-pain-management-leveraging-the-nopain-act-for-enhanced-patient-outcomes/
LOCATION:TN
CATEGORIES:UPM Webinars
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