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ASATT's Region 2 Meeting

Saturday, October 10, 2026

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
300 Halket St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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More learning. More networking. More value.

This year, ASATT is bringing more hands-on training and deeper professional connections across all regions! Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, for hands-on education, expert-led sessions, up to 4 CEs, and meaningful connections with your community. Registration includes breakfast and lunch.

What to Expect:

Engage with ASATT Leadership – Hear from Region 2 Director Wendi Slusser, Cer.A.T.T.
Hands-On Management Training – Gain practical experience with SIMVANA and more
Continuing Education Credits – Earn up to 4 CEs, ideal for recertification
Innovative Technology – Explore cutting-edge tools from ASATT Sponsors
Professional Networking – Connect with fellow Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians

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Registration Fees:

$40 ASATT Member rate | $80 Non-member rate

Meeting Agenda

Schedule-At-A-Glance (subject to change)

8:00-9:00am	Registration Opens Complimentary Attendee Breakfast Vendor Visits
9:00-9:15am	Opening Remarks Morning Announcements	Wendi Slusser, Cer.A.T.T. — ASATT Region 2 Director; CCAC Anesthesia Technology Program Director
9:15-9:30am	Anesthesia Technology Program Community College of Allegheny County - Boyce Campus	Jonathan H. Waters, MD — CCAC Anesthesia Technology Program Medical Advisor; Patient Blood Management & Autotransfusion Expert; Michael L. Boisen, MD, FASE — Medical Director, UPMC Patient Blood Management Program
9:30-10:30am	"From Blood Loss to CODE RED: The Anesthesia Tech’s Role in Massive Transfusion and Patient Blood Management" Lecture - 1 CE	Elizabeth Moore, DNP, CRNA — Board Member, Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Anesthetists (PANA); Student Coordinator, University of Pittsburgh Nurse Anesthesia Program; Program Coordinator, Pittsburgh Symposium for Nurse Anesthetists
10:30-10:45am	Break & Vendor Visits
10:45-11:45am	"Anesthesia Tech Skills Lab" Hands-On Workshop - 1 CE	Spend real time practicing with various supplies and equipment, including pressure bag pump skills, QCPR compressions practice, transducer setup and troubleshooting, cell salvage devices, and more. Build confidence and prepare for the CODE RED escape-room challenge. Completion of the Skills Lab is required before participating in CODE RED: Beat the Bleed. Practice. Build confidence. Strengthen your skills.
11:45-12:45pm	Complimentary Attendee Lunch Vendor Visits
12:45-1:45pm	“Machine Check Out VR” SIMVANA VR Simulation Hands-On Workshop - 1 CE	Hands-on anesthesia machine checkout and immersive scenarios that challenge critical thinking and decision-making. A safe space to learn, make decisions, and see the impact. Immerse. Think. Solve.
1:45-2:00pm	Break & Vendor Visits
2:00-3:00pm	“CODE RED: Beat the Bleed” Hands-On Workshop - 1 CE	An escape-room challenge featuring real-world anesthesia tech scenarios. Work as a team to solve equipment issues, monitor patient changes, apply your knowledge and skills, anticipate the anesthesia team’s equipment and supply needs as the patient’s condition changes, and stop the bleed. Apply your knowledge. Think critically. Work together.
3:00-3:15pm	Closing Remarks	Prizes & Giveaways