TxANA 2026 Annual Convention: Full Schedule

8:00am PDT

Ultrasound Lab: TxANA Block Party - Where Precision Meets Analgesia

Friday September 11, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am PDT

The TxANA Regional Anesthesia Ultrasound Lab is an immersive, hands- on educational experience designed to enhance participants' knowledge and technical proficiency in ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia. Using a rotating station format, participants will develop foundational and advanced ultrasound skills through live scanning, anatomy identification, needing techniques, and simulated...
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Speakers

Brian Cornelius, DNP, CRNA, NSPM-C, FAANA

Friday September 11, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am PDT
Pecan Ballroom

10:30am PDT

President's Welcome

Friday September 11, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am PDT

Pecan Ballroom

Speakers

Abigail Caswell, DNP, CRNA

Friday September 11, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am PDT
Pecan Ballroom

11:00am PDT

AANA Update and the Future of CRNA Practice

Friday September 11, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT

Pecan Ballroom

A one hour update from AANA President on what the AANA has been focused on in the last year to stay CRNA Focused and CRNA Inspired followed by 30 minutes exploring workforce trends and the future of the CRNA profession.

Speakers

Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA

Friday September 11, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm PDT
Pecan Ballroom

1:30pm PDT

AANA Foundation Programmatic Update and Research Priorities

Friday September 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Pecan Ballroom (2nd Floor)

The presentation will outline the Foundation's recent programmatic changes in research, EBP, scholarly development, and philanthropy. The future of nursing research and EBP at the foundation is focused on development, technology, and policy.

Speakers

Y. John Yauger, PhD, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN

Friday September 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Pecan Ballroom (2nd Floor)

3:30pm PDT

Concurrent Breakout Session 1: Clinical Trials: Learning to Embrace, Empower, and Enjoy Your Anesthesia Training Experience

Friday September 11, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

Walnut (3rd Floor)

This session explores the clinical training experience as a series of “trials” that challenge and ultimately shape the development of a future nurse anesthetist. Framed around foundational principles for success, the discussion emphasizes maintaining a patient-centered mindset, approaching each day as a professional opportunity, and adapting to the unique demands of different clinical...
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Speakers

Matthew Martin, CRNA

Mandy Spitzer, DNP, CRNA

Friday September 11, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
Walnut (3rd Floor)

3:30pm PDT

Concurrent Breakout Session 2: CRNA Program Director Roundtable: Preparing for a Successful Journey to Nurse Anesthesia School

Friday September 11, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT

TBA

Considering a career as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)? Join program directors from Texas nurse anesthesia programs for an interactive roundtable discussion designed specifically for registered nurses exploring the path to nurse anesthesia. This session will provide valuable insight into the admissions process, applicant expectations, academic preparation, and strategies for...
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Speakers

Brian Cornelius, DNP, CRNA, NSPM-C, FAANA

Friday September 11, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm PDT
TBA

6:00pm PDT

College Bowl

Friday September 11, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm PDT

8:00am PDT

Hands-On Airway Lab: TxANA Airway Rodeo: Session I

Saturday September 12, 2026 8:00am - 8:20am PDT

Pecan Ballroom

The TXANA Airway Rodeo is an immersive, small-group learning experience designed to strengthen advanced airway management skills through interactive simulation, hands-on practice, and clinical decision-making. Using a rotating station format, participants engage in realistic airway scenarios that integrate ultrasound, advanced oxygenation strategies, video laryngoscopy, flexible intubation, and...
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