Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Assess the potential applications of emerging scientific advances that affect the practice of anesthesia
• Integrate technical knowledge about state-of-the-art procedures, advanced therapeutic agents and medical device uses into practice
• Apply contemporary practice management skills and knowledge of regulatory issues to the efficient and safe delivery of patient care
• Translate expanded knowledge into improvements in practice; short-, medium- and long-term patient outcomes; and patient satisfaction