Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference 2026 - Adult Certification Pathway Workshop

Snowbird, UT US
December 9, 2026

Course Directors - Gustavo A. Cortes Puentes, M.D., Todd J. Meyer, R.R.T., L.R.T., Richard A. Oeckler, M.D., Ph.D.

December 9, 2026 - Snowbird Resort - Snowbird, Utah

The Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference provides high-quality education and immersive hands-on training in adult, pediatric, and neonatal mechanical ventilation management. The conference brings together physicians, respiratory therapists, and frontline respiratory care providers, and includes advanced sessions on point-of-care ultrasound and electrical impedance tomography (EIT)

Target Audience

The Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference is designed for critical care providers, respiratory therapists, physicians, physician assistants, nurses and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Describe core adult–pediatric physiologic differences that guide ventilator mode selection and titration.
  • Demonstrate waveform-based recognition and correction of patient–ventilator dyssynchrony in adult and pediatric cases.
  • Apply evidence-informed ventilation, ARDS, and liberation strategies across adult and pediatric ICU patients.

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 3.75 AANA
  • 3.75 AAPA Category 1
  • 3.75 ABIM - Medical Knowledge
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 3.75 ANCC
  • 3.75 Attendance
Event starts: 
12/09/2026 - 10:30am
Event ends: 
12/09/2026 - 3:30pm
Cost:
$250.00
Part of: 
Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference 2026 - Workshop options
Snowbird Resort
9385 S Snowbird Center Drive
Snowbird, UT 84092
United States

All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Statements:

AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity

AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

ANCC 
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 3.75 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  

Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.

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Available Credit

  • 3.75 AANA
  • 3.75 AAPA Category 1
  • 3.75 ABIM - Medical Knowledge
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 3.75 ANCC
  • 3.75 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$250.00
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To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.

Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion

Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.

Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled. 

The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.

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Prerequisites

Required courses: 
Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference 2026 - Live (in-person)