This event is jointly sponsored by ORNAC and NEAC( National Exhibitors Advisory Group), and will be held in the Raphael Ballroom at the Delta Regina Hotel. You will have a chance to link up with old friends and make some new ones as you enjoy an evening of prairie hospitality. There will be a cash bar and dress is business casual.

This event is jointly sponsored by ORNAC and Covidien.

What would happen if John Wayne met Captain Kirk or a group of high-tech nurses landed in the heart of the Canadian Prairies? Well, you'd get one heck of a Science & Western night and that's exactly what you'll get in Regina!
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the Saskatchewan Science Centre where Western Beer will flow and Merv will cook your steak on a pitchfork! Meet William, a Australian whip-cracker who was named world champion and 12 year old Scott Cornelius, a name you'll sure hear in the future as he is already an award winning fiddle player. If you don't get totally involved in making giant bubbles, you might catch Corner Gas on IMAX, learn a step or two on a line dance or simply enjoy watching a spectacular sunset over Wascana Lake. Bring your cowboy hat and your dancing shoes and have blast in Regina! Weather permitting, events will be held both outdoors and indoors so bring a warm coat. Cash bar available.

The number of minimally invasive procedures done in operating rooms around the world has increased since the beginning of the laparoscopic revolution of the early 1980s. As MIS technology continues to develop, more complex procedures are added to the list of those that surgeons can do. Just as in open procedures, electrosurgical devices are still the primary means to dissect tissue and control bleeding. This program will discuss safety concerns and discuss best practices for reducing the likelihood of patient injury related to electrosurgery during minimally invasive procedures.

Key Points of Discussion:

• Discuss electrosurgical hazards that can be present during minimally invasive procedures.
• Relate how endoscopic instrumentation can contribute to safety concerns during minimally invasive procedures.
• Identify best practices that can contribute to patient safety during endoscopic surgery.
• Describe how technological innovations can enhance safety and reduce the potential for injury during minimally invasive procedures.

Speaker: Donna S. Watson, MSN, RN, ARNP-BC

Donna is Global Manager, Professional Education/Nursing for Covidien Energy-based Devices (formerly Valleylab).

Watson received her Associate Degree in Nursing from the West Virginia Institute of Technology and her Bachelor and Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Evansville in Indiana. She received her post master's certificate in Family Practice from the University of Washington. She has held a variety of perioperative nursing positions, including staff nurse, clinical instructor, clinical educator, and nurse practitioner.

During her career she has made numerous professional presentations for nurses and physician audiences on various perioperative topics throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, Australia and Germany. She has authored numerous articles, chapters, and books. Her publication, Practical Guide to Moderate Sedation/Analgesia, 2nd edition received the American Journal of Nursing 2005 Book of the Year Award. Perioperative Safety was published in 2010 with excellent reviews. She is a strong advocate for patient safety, and served as the Patient Safety Column Coordinator for the AORN Journal from 2009 - 2010. Watson served on the AORN Board of Directors from 1999-2003. In 2002-2003 she was the national AORN President and most recently the 2008-2009 President of the Washington State Council of Perioperative Nurses.

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Please join AMT Electrosurgery for a MEGA Breakfast to discuss the features and benefits of the Mega Soft reusable patient return electrode - presented by Melissa Fischer from Megadyne.

Key Points of Discussion:

• Introduction of the Mega Soft and a comprehensive technology overview, including a comparison to the traditional CQM conductive return electrodes.
• Discussing the concerns and challenges of using different types of patient return electrodes and the Recommended Practices.
• Benefits of the Mega Soft - #1 Environmental - remember lets Go Green!

About Melissa:
Melissa Fischer has an extensive peri-operative background with a focus in leadership and education. In 2007, she received her Masters of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Phoenix. She also had her CNOR certification and has been an active AORN member for several years. Melissa has spent over fifteen years working clinically in operating rooms, holding multiple RN positions with surgery departments at facilities within the U.S.
She currently works as a clinical specialist for Megadyne Medical Products.

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Johnson & Johnson Medical Companies is pleased to welcome internationally renowned Nursing Leadership expert, Phyllis Davis. Phyllis is the Nursing Director of the Operating Suite of the Prince of Wales Hospital and the Sydney Children's Hospital Randwick, New South Wales, Australia.

Phyllis is passionate about developing leadership capabilities within the nursing community and for identifying key area of growth and opportunity. She is committed to developing the nursing profession to meet the needs of the changing patient and professional landscape in the years to come.

Please join Phyllis Davis as she shares her insight in to the future of nursing at the J&J Educational Reception.

Dress as your favorite movie star or gather some friends and dress as the entire cast of a movie! It will be a wonderful and relaxed evening including dinner, DJ dancing, and laughter featuring entertainment by the Laryngospasms, a group of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthestists that create and perform musical medical parodies. This fun event will be held at the Queensbury Convention Centre. Start planning your costume now and watch out for the paparazzi! You never know who might show up...
Cash bar available.

Don't miss the event everyone will be talking about.

Hosted at the Delta Regina
1919 Saskatchewan Drive

Featuring Jill Eikenberry from the hit TV show L.A. Law

Registration is required. Seats are limited.

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Call: 905-465-8903

Join us on the red carpet for The Ally's!

Come dressed as your favourite "Oscar" nominee!
Enjoy an evening of glamour and fun at this year's famous Ally Award's. Guests will receive complimentary beverages and late night hors d'oeuvres.

Featuring live music by writer of the Olympic song I BELIEVE, Alan Frew of Glass Tiger.

Casino Regina - Show Lounge
1880 Saskatchewan Drive

Registration is required. Seats are limited.

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Call: 905-465-8903

Held at the Delta Regina, Trentino/Tuscany Ballroom
1919 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina S4P 4H2

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Wrap up the week with an evening featuring some of the best foods and entertainment Saskatchewan has to offer! This will be a very special event held at the Queensbury Convention Centre including a banquet followed by a fabulous dance party featuring 'Rory Allen- Tribute to the King'. Dress is business casual, cash bar is available, and don't forget your favorite dancing shoes!