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2025 Fall Virtual Conference
Saturday, October 04, 2025, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM CDT
Category: Conference

If you have any issues before or during the conference, please email Micah Roderick at [email protected]

 

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

   

Join the Illinois Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (IANA) for our annual Virtual Fall Conference. It's an opportunity for CRNAs, SRNAs, and anesthesia professionals across the state and beyond to come together for a day of education, connection, and professional growth.

This dynamic virtual event will feature timely presentations and expert-led discussions on clinical best practices, advocacy, wellness, and emerging trends in nurse anesthesia. Whether you're a seasoned CRNA, just beginning your journey as an SRNA, or an RN exploring a future in anesthesia this conference is designed to deliver relevant content, practical insights, and continuing education in a flexible and accessible format. 

TIME

SESSIONS

 CONCURRENT SESSIONS
7:30 AM

Welcome

  
7:45 AM

Anesthesia and the Vulnerable Brain-Current
Concepts
Zohn Centimole PhD, CRNA, FAANA

  
8:45 AM

Under pressure: Keep MAP > 65 mm Hg or
within 20% of baseline?
Amy Yerdon DNP, CRNA, CNE, CHSE 

 Money Talks-RRNA Financial Stressors,
Demographic Shifts & Bill HR-1 
Anna Jobe DNP, CRNA
9:45 AM Break

Simulation Session
Roberta Langellier RN, BSN, RNAI
Kevin Heisterman RN, BSN, RNAI
Millikin University
10:15 AM 

Goal-directed therapy: What direction is
the goal again?
Amy Yerdon DNP, CRNA, CNE, CHSE

 The Business ROI of Anesthesia: Leveraging
Contracts & Billing to Elevate Your Value
Nijma Yusuf DNP, CRNA
11:15 AM Lunch

Simulation Session
Roberta Langellier RN, BSN, RNAI
Kevin Heisterman RN, BSN, RNAI
Millikin University

 
12:00 PM

IANA Business Meeting

  
1:00 PM

Strategies for Opioid Reduction in Trauma
Brian Cornelius DNP, CRNA, NSPM-C, FAANA

  
2:00 PM

Break

 Simulation Session
Roberta Langellier RN, BSN, RNAI
Kevin Heisterman RN, BSN, RNAI
Millikin University
2:30 PM

Artificial Intelligence in Anesthesia: Practical
Applications for Students and Practicing CRNAs
Jennifer Clevenger DNAP, CRNA, NSPM-C, CNE

  
3:30 PM

Conclusion

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 5.50 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1046195; Expiration Date 10/4/2025.

The AANA designates this program as meeting the criteria for up to 1.00 CE credits in Pharmacology & Therapeutics.

Pricing:
CRNA - $199
SRNA - $139
RN/APRN - $159
Retired CRNA - $100

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW CLOSED

Support the advancement of nurse anesthesia in Illinois while gaining visibility with CRNAs, SRNAs, and healthcare professionals across the state. As a sponsor of the 2025 IANA Virtual Fall Conference, your organization will benefit from targeted exposure before, during, and after the event. Choose from three levels of sponsorship to match your marketing goals and budget.

Benefit

Silver

$500

Gold

$1,000

Platinum

$1,500
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SPONSORSHIP REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED

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