Experience Alaska. Advance Your Practice.
AKANA & NAFA VCU
A Weekend of CE & Connection
August 28 - 30, 2026
Disney World Annual Meeting
CRNAs nationwide love our Disney meetings — featuring world-class CE and plenty of time to take advantage of our extended group rates on Disney resorts and park tickets. Join us in-person, livestream, or both!
Our Fall annual meetings commence the Sunday after Thanksgiving through Thursday at Disney's Yacht Club Resort, steps to EPCOT.
November 29 - December 3, 2026
November 28 - December 2, 2027
November 26 - December 1, 2028
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Upcoming Conferences, Workshops, and CE Events
AKANA – NAFA VCU Biennial Nurse Anesthesiology Conference – Alaska 2026
In partnership with the Alaska Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AKANA), we’re headed to Anchorage, Alaska for a weekend CE conference.
Lecture, hands-on workshops, & livestream options
All CRNAs are welcome
Immersive Destination Workshops + Lecture
Elevate your practice in Virginia Beach, Alaska, and Disney with destination-based anesthesia workshops—from hands-on ultrasound, nerve blocks, gastric assessment, and difficult airway management to forward-thinking sessions on the Business of Anesthesia and AI.
The Business of Anesthesia: Thriving in a Shifting Anesthesia Landscape
Join us for a 5 CE pre-conference session as part of the NAFA VCU 45th Annual Anesthesia Meeting in Walt Disney World.
Start early. End early.
Get the content you need with time to enjoy the resort and parks.
NAFA VCU 45th Annual Anesthesia Meeting - Fall Disney 2026
Enhance your practice with the latest diverse and clinically-relevant content. Earn up to 26 CE.
New! Preconference Session – 5 CE
The Business of Anesthesia: Thriving in a Shifting Anesthesia Landscape
New! Concurrent CRNA & Perfusion Meetings
Expanded opportunities for interdisciplinary learning and collaboration, while maintaining dedicated tracks and sessions for each specialty
CRNA Favorite - Fireworks Dessert Reception at EPCOT
Free with registration package - see offer. Tickets also available for purchase.
Giveaways – 5 Disney $100 Gift Cards
Impact through Evidence: NAFA VCU Annual Anesthesia Conference – Universal Orlando Resort 2027
NAFA VCU returns to Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort in 2027!
Steps from Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and CityWalk
Universal Express Unlimited included with Hard Rock Hotel stays (restrictions apply)
New! Chance to win a complimentary future NAFA full-conference registration, courtesy of Sentara
Five $100 Universal Gift Card giveaways, courtesy of Soothing Scents
Aspiring CRNA Connections: Clinical Topics and Admissions Insights – Universal Orlando Resort
Join us for for an expanded Aspiring CRNA Connections program as part of the Impact through Evidence: NAFA VCU Anesthesia Conference – Universal Orlando Resort, June 7-10 2027.
The program features 11 hours of content, including CRNA-focused education, an exclusive Aspiring CRNA Lunch & Learn, and an Aspiring CRNA Coaching Workshop designed to help you strengthen your CRNA program application.
Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort
Steps to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal CityWalk. Universal Express Unlimited included with Hard Rock Hotel stay (restrictions apply)
Snowshoe Mountain Resort
- Lecture and Workshops in February 2028
NAFA RVA - Workshops, Simulation, & Custom Training
Join us for ultrasound workshops, high-fidelity simulations to practice anesthesia crisis resource management (ACRM) principles, and custom training in our state-of-the-art facilities or at your location.
Socratic Seminars
Explore options for facilitated leadership book discussions with specialized digital badges.
What CRNAs say about NAFA
This was definitely one of the best conferences I've attended in recent years. Helpful engaging staff, fresh topics, and pleasant accommodations all added to an overall great seminar.
The speakers are interesting, up to date, innovators In their fields. The setting is gorgeous. I have been to this meeting for several years it is always excellent.
I have relied on on-the-job training for ultrasound techniques, but this hands-on course has allowed me to correct my errors, turn my flaws into success, and hopefully gain more confidence and improve my technique.
A great meeting to learn newest technology, evidence and best practices supporting safest quality patient care we can offer. And the sun is always waiting for you after the meeting for your enjoyment.
The VCU College of Health Professions building
Design influences how we work, how we learn, and how we care for patients. Our workshops are held at the awe-inspiring, ultra-modern VCU College of Health Professions in downtown Richmond, Virginia. Step into our technologically advanced 3,000-square-foot Center for Research in Human Simulation to practice advanced anesthesia administration procedures or hands-on training for critical events.
Technology
High-definition audiovisual equipment enables faculty to record training activities and provide detailed and subsequent debriefings designed to solidify learning. The Simulation Center houses a classroom adjacent to high-fidelity operating room suites as well as an on-site conference room with closed circuit television and a projection screen to provide real-time viewing of activities in the lab.
Maximize your CE Dollars
Introducing Super Early Bird rates on all destination NAFA CE events.
Secure your seat and lock in group rate discounts and perks before we sell out. You'll always have first dibs on promotions and get the best deal available.
First CRNA Microcredentials
Every NAFA CE event brings you closer to earning the first CRNA digital badges in our specialty.