Conference Schedule:
Disney Treasure Eastern Caribbean Cruise
June 21-28, 2025 | Earn 20 CEUs
Join us for a comprehensive educational journey tailored specifically for CRNAs aboard the stunning Disney Treasure. This meticulously planned schedule combines valuable learning opportunities with ample time to enjoy the ship’s amenities and destinations.
Detailed Itinerary and Conference Schedule:
June 21, Port Canaveral, Florida
Day 1
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Welcome Reception
- Kick off the conference in style! Join us for appetizers and drinks at the Welcome Reception, a perfect opportunity to network with peers and relax as we set sail.
Neonatal Emergency Q & A
- Engage with experts in a focused Q & A session addressing critical aspects of neonatal emergencies, enhancing your knowledge and preparedness.
June 22, At Sea
Day 2
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Hands-on Airway Workshop
- Dive deep into airway management techniques with our hands-on workshop designed to enhance your skills and confidence in emergency airway scenarios.
June 23, At Sea
Day 3
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Hands-on Ultrasound Workshop
- Master ultrasound techniques in this interactive session focused on practical skills that you can apply immediately in clinical settings.
June 24, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Day 4
- Day Free for Exploration
- Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Tortola. Participate in excursions or relax on the stunning beaches.
June 25, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Day 5
- Day Free for Leisure
- Explore the vibrant culture and scenic landscapes of St. Thomas at your own pace. Take advantage of shopping, snorkeling, or just lounging by the sea.
June 26, At Sea
Day 6
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Tax Strategies & Advocacy
- Gain valuable insights into optimizing your tax strategies and learn about advocacy in the field of anesthesia. This session aims to empower CRNAs with knowledge to advocate effectively for the profession.
June 27, Disney Castaway Cay
Day 7
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Optimizing Anesthesia
- The Impact of GLP-1 Agonists and SGLT-2 Inhibitors on Patient Outcomes
- Discover the latest advancements in diabetes management related to anesthesia, focusing on the clinical impacts of GLP-1 agonists and SGLT-2 inhibitors.
- Day at Disney’s Private Island
- After the morning session, enjoy the exclusive beauty of Castaway Cay. Relax, participate in fun activities, or simply soak up the sun on this idyllic private island.
June 28, Port Canaveral, Florida
Day 8
Disembarkation
- As our voyage concludes, depart with new skills, insights, and unforgettable memories.
Book Your Spot Today! Secure your place in this unique educational opportunity that blends professional growth with an extraordinary travel experience. Space is limited—register now to ensure your participation!
Your Presenters
Karen Hines, DNAP, CRNA
Over the years I have chosen my continuing education conferences based on where they were and if my family would enjoy them. I didn’t care what the lectures were because it was more important to me to spend time with my family. Now, I am trying to create conferences in a way that you get the best of both worlds. Amazing locations you can share with your family and incredible lecture content that you will be excited to implement into your practice.
Meet Our Speakers
Dr. John Stas
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr. John Stas is a retired Army Officer that has decades of acute pain management experience. He has led anesthesia departments to reduce opioid consumption with alternative pain management methods.
Additionally, Dr. Stas spent ten years in civil service as both an anesthesia leader and a developing a state-of-the-art pain management practice for combat causalities. Dr. Stan has been teaching advanced regional anesthesia both clinically and didactically for many years in multiple areas to include the University of South Carolina Anesthesia Program and holds a faculty position for Twin Oaks Anesthesia. He is an expert with ultrasonography in the field of regional anesthesia and acute pain management.
Dr. Stas graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina and received both a master’s degree from the U.S Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia and a Doctorate from Texas Weslayan University.
Jeffrey S. Boswell
DNAP, CRNA, MNA
Dr. Boswell entered anesthesia practice after his MNA at the University of SC School of Medicine Program in Nurse Anesthesia in 2004. He earned his DNAP from Midwestern University in August, 2021. Since becoming a CRNA, Boswell practiced at Aiken Regional Medical Centers in Aiken, SC, starting as a staff CRNA in 2004, becoming the chief cardiothoracic and vascular CRNA in 2008, and manager of the anesthesia department in 2016.
Boswell’s professional interest include management of difficult and complex airways, procedural ultrasound, regional anesthesia, enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS), opioid reduction strategies, and anesthesia for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. He also enjoys professional public speaking and clinical and didactic instruction, and he was instrumental in establishing a clinical rotation for CRNA students at his practice facility.
Boswell has been married to his incredible wife, Mary, since 2008. They have a teenage son (Garrett) and daughter (Caroline). He enjoys teaching, playing guitar, outdoor activities, and woodworking.