26th Society for Airway Management Annual Scientific Meeting and Workshop

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 2:00 PM - Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12:00 PM, Boston, MA


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (19.00 hours), Contact Hours (MA Board of Nursing) (22.80 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (19.00 hours)

The Society for Airway Management (SAM) is comprised of a multidisciplinary group of health care providers from Anesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, Otolaryngology, Critical Care, and Pulmonology, as well as CRNAs, AAs, NPs, PAs, RNs and paramedics. The SAM 26^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Workshop has been developed to feature international experts in the various fields of medicine dealing with airway management. Many aspects of difficult airway management, in a variety of clinical settings, will be highlighted. This course will consist of plenary presentations, small group round table discussions, and hands-on workshops.

The theme of this year’s meeting is: Improving Airway Management Across the Continuum – One Life Matters, No Matter Where

1. Discuss current approaches and unique challenges to airway management in clinical practice across the spectrum of care locations, including prehospital, hospital, and office-based settings
2. Discuss historical perspectives and future directions and challenges in technological innovation in airway management.
3. Discuss unique airway management systems-based and cognitive challenges for clinicians working as part of the transient workforce.
4. Describe specific approaches to airway management in prehospital rescue care.
5. Describe specific approaches to lung isolation in the emergency room.
6. Describe approaches and techniques for managing the narrowed airway.
7. Describe important technological, cognitive, and system-based considerations for airway management in the neonatal/pediatric and obstetric populations.
8. Describe specific approaches to oxygenation and methods to prevent cardiovascular collapse in critically ill patients.
9. Discuss current guidelines and approaches for (a) upper bronchoscopy airway management, (b) use of point-of-care ultrasound in airway management, and (c) the prevention of unrecognized esophageal intubation.

UMass Chan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School and the Society for Airway Management. The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

Designation Statement: The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 19 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Participants should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Nursing Accreditation: This offering meets the requirements for up to 22.8 contact hours, as specified by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (244-CMR 5.04). 

CRNAs:  AANA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM from organizations accredited by the ACCME. 

Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 19 hours of Category 1 Credit(s)^TM for completing this program. 

Nurse Practitioners: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing before August 14, 2026 will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Office of Continuing Medical Education reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Office of Continuing Medical Education is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the OCME Conference Coordinator.

Weather Emergency Policy: While the probability of delay or cancellation of the conference is highly unlikely, we recognize that we are subject to the vagaries of weather.  If a weather emergency does occur, and you are in doubt as to whether the course will be held or not call 508-856-3041 after 6:00pm on September 14, 2026

Accommodations/Conference Location:

Westin Copley
10 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA  02116
(617) 262-9600 

Hotel Description:
Nestled in one of downtown Boston's most celebrated neighborhoods, The Westin Copley Place, Boston provides modern accommodations and signature touches. Explore family-friendly attractions, world-renowned cultural institutions, popular retail centers and incredible dining destinations. Boston Symphony Hall, Fenway Park and the upscale Copley Place shopping mall are all within easy reach. Back at the hotel, workout in our 24-hour WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio, an energizing space featuring custom state-of-the-art exercise equipment. In the evening, relax in our beautiful guest rooms and suites, featuring stylish decor, a plush Heavenly® Bed and spacious bathroom.  Find something for everyone in Boston.  Shop on Newbury Street or at the high-end Copley Place mall and The Shops at Prudential Center, connected to our hotel.  Hop in a pedicab and catch a game at Fenway Park and TD Garden.  Visit one of our many local museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.  And when hunger hits, everything from classic New England fare to trendy hot spots are within a 10-minute Walk of our hotel. 

Booking Website: Reservations can be made at this web address: https://book.passkey.com/e/51213386

Standard guest room $359 per night + state/local taxes in effect at the time of check in.

EARLY REGISTRATION IS SUGGESTED SINCE THE NUMBER OF ROOMS AT THE SPECIAL CONFERENCE RATE IS LIMITED.

The cut-off date for hotel reservations is August 24, 2026.

To avoid a one night’s room and tax charge, reservations must be canceled at least seven (7) days prior to scheduled arrival.

 *Please note: SAM and the UMass Chan Office of Continuing Medical Education are not responsible for any accommodation reservations or transportation. 

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Transportation:

On-site parking fee: Valet $70 Daily All parking limited, Oversize parking fee $90. E.V. Charging available 1st come 1st serve

Local Airport:

Boston Logan International Airport - https://www.massport.com/logan-airport
Phone Number: 1-800-235-6426

Bus Station South Station – https://www.mbta.com

Subway Station – Backbay- https://www.mbta.com/stops/place-bbsta

Train station – Backbay - https://www.amtrak.com/stations/bby

Also, the city has lots of access to uber/lyfts, taxis, there is a trolley station downtown and city buses run throughout.

 

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

UMass Chan Medical School Office of Continuing Medical Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

 

No faculty are available for this activity at this time.

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