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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. This meeting offers up to 4 CEs and is designed to put your skills into practice.

Five teams will rotate throughout the day, and each attendee will receive their specific team schedule at registration. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in multiple hands-on stations and interactive activities, featuring a variety of engaging learning experiences. 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)

8:00-8:45am	- Registration Opens - Complimentary Attendee Breakfast - Vendor Visits
8:45-9:00am	- Opening Remarks - Morning Announcements	Wendi Slusser, Cer.A.T.T. — ASATT Region 2 Director; CCAC Anesthesia Technology Program Director
9:00-9:15am	- Anesthesia Technology Program Community College of Allegheny County - Boyce Campus - Video from SABM	Jonathan H. Waters, MD — CCAC Anesthesia Technology Program Medical Advisor, Patient Blood Management & Autotransfusion Expert; Kathleen Handick — Vitalant, nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organization Becky Rock, RN — President-Elect of the Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management (SABM)
9:15-10:15am	- 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
10:15-12:00pm	- Team Breakout Rotations Begins - 4 CEs Total (See below)	Five teams will rotate throughout the day, and each attendee will receive their specific team schedule at registration. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in multiple hands-on stations and interactive activities, featuring a variety of engaging learning experiences.
12:00-12:45pm	- Complimentary Attendee Lunch - Vendor Visits	Mission BBQ provided by BD/Edwards
12:45-1:30pm	- Visit Vendors	Vendor Trick-or-Treat
1:30-3:00pm	- Team Breakout Rotations Continue (See below)	Teams will continue to rotate throughout the day.
Team Breakout Rotations	- Anesthesia Tech Skills Lab	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.
Team Breakout Rotations	- Machine Check Out VR SIMVANA VR Simulation	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.
Team Breakout Rotations	- CODE RED: Beat the Bleed	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.
Team Breakout Rotations	- Communication Challenge	The Communication Challenge is a fast-paced, team-based activity that demonstrates how quickly critical information can change or be lost during an emergency. Participants pass a CODE RED–related message through their team while dealing with realistic details and distractions, then compare the final message with the original. The activity reinforces clear communication, closed-loop communication, prioritization, and confirmation of critical information during a hemorrhage emergency.
3:00-3:15pm	- Closing Remarks	Prizes & Giveaways

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CODE RED: ASATT Sponsored Membership Prizes

We’re excited to offer two ASATT membership prizes at the CODE RED meeting! One (1) 1-Year Individual Membership for an ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician or Certified Anesthesia Technologist, a $200 value, and one (1) 1-Year Uncertified Individual Membership, open to anyone with an interest in the field of anesthesia technology, an $85 value.

Each winner will receive a gift certificate that can be redeemed for ASATT membership no later than December 31, 2028. When you’re ready to renew or sign up for your membership, simply email the ASATT office with your certificate attached, and we’ll assist you with redeeming your prize.

Additional exciting prizes will be awarded throughout the event!