Mayo Clinic Mechanical Ventilation Conference 2026 - Livestream (virtual)

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 8-11, 2026 - Internet Live Activity - Snowbird, Utah
Broadcast in Mountain Time Zone
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).
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| Physicians, Scientists (including Mayo Clinic) | $1295 |
| External Allied Health, NP, PA, Executive | $1095 |
| Mayo Clinic Allied Health, NP, PA, Executive, etc. | $850 |
| Student/Resident | $850 |
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.
Broadcast in Mountain Time Zone
Course Directors:
Gustavo A. Cortes Puentes, M.D.
Richard A. Oeckler, M.D., Ph.D.
Todd J. Meyer, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Mayo Faculty:
Bernardo Selim, M.D.
Crystal R. Bonnichsen, M.D.
Niall Ferguson, M.D.
Patricia Rocco, M.D.
Richard D. Branson, MSc, RRT, FAARC
Grieco, Domenico, M.D.
James Baker, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Katie Holtorf, R.R.T., L.R.T.
June Chae, M.D.,
Hoskote, Sumedh S., M.B.B.S.
McLimans, Alexander J., P.A.-C.,M.S.,
Sarah Mensing, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Danny Duncan, R.R.T., R.C.P.
Bird, Jared G., M.D.; Enger, Nick J., R.D.C.S., ACS
Shepherd, Edward, M.D.
Keszler, Martin, M.D.
Brumbaugh, Jane E., M.D.
John J. Marini, M.D.
Gali, Bhargavi, M.D., M.H.A.
Peter Gay, M.D.; Colby Kight R.R.T., L.R.T.
Jennifer L. Elmer, APRN, CNS, D.N.P.;
Courtney L. Stellpflug, APRN, CNS, M.S
Dori Meyers, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Andrew Pelletier, R.R.T., L.R.T
Adam R. Skow, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Brianna Miller, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Tanner Hill, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Richard A. Oeckler, M.D., Ph.D.
Madison L. Hahn, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Andrew Pelletier, R.R.T., L.R.T.
William M. LeTourneau, II, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Vanessa King, R.R.T., L.R.T.
Patricia Rocco, M.D.
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 18.00 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 18.00 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 18.00 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.
| Credit Breakdown | |
|---|---|
| General Sessions: Tuesday/Wednesday | 18.00 |
| Day 1 Workshop (Optional) | 4.00 |
| Day 2 Workshop (Optional) | 3.75 |
| Day 3 Workshop (Optional) | 3.50 |
| Total | 29.25 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 18.00 AANA
- 18.00 AAPA Category 1
- 18.00 ABIM - Medical Knowledge
- 18.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 18.00 ANCC
- 18.00 Attendance
Price
Broadcast in Mountain Time Zone
Before registering, please update your profile.
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.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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