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The Heart Beat of Cardiology: From Stethoscope to Echoscope
December 10 - 12, 2009
The Heart Beat of Cardiology is a premier educational venue for echocardiography in clinical practice. The program is designed to accommodate the evolving needs of inquisitive attendees.
Topics covered will include fundamentals of cardiovascular ultrasound, basic and advanced hemodynamics, 3-D echocardiography, endocardial/pericardial disease, ischemic heart disease, vascular health, contrast, heart failure, dyssynchrony, CRT, diastolic function, new technologies, and valvular heart disease. At no additional charge, special workshops are available on focused topics of interest to the general as well as specialty participants.
Unique Features: Audience response system to enhance immediate feedback. Easy access to faculty members. Workshops which encourage one-on-one interaction. Efforts will be made to introduce the clinical applications using new technology, however, there is no hands-on experience provided. Self-assessment questions to gauge outcome. Detailed syllabus materials will be provided.
Location: The Westin Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL  Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688  E-Mail
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35th Annual Cardiovascular Conference at Snowbird
February 3 - 6, 2010
The goal of this annual program is to improve patient care for those with cardiovascular disease by providing clinicians a dynamic interactive educational experience. We will provide timely in depth reviews of the latest breaking clinical trials, updates on state-of-the-art techniques and technologies, and convey extensive “street smarts” information through excellent lectures, case presentations, and interactive discussions. The program is designed to more effectively present both didactic and practical information, and maximize attendee/faculty interaction.
Location: Cliff Lodge, Snowbird, Utah
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Mayo Clinic Interactive Surgery Symposium
February 7 - 12, 2010
Current trends for management of general surgical patients are constantly changing. As technological advances progress, the options for surgical treatments continue to expand. This interactive symposium designed for general surgeons, assists in decision making for multiple aspects of surgical practice. Active audience participation with faculty will be strongly encouraged during case presentations and the faculty panel discussions. The symposium will begin on Sunday, Feburary 7th at 7:00 A.M. Please Note: The course syllabus is an e-syllabus. Printed syllabus is available for additional fee.
New for this course:
- $75 Discount for Online Registration! (offer expires 1/6/10).
- Mayo School of CPD will provide the course syllabus online.
Maui, Hawaii - For an unprecedented 14th time, the Magic Isle of Maui captured - Best Island in the World” honors in the 21st annual CONDE NAST TRAVELER Readers’ Choice Awards Poll. If your passion is the ocean, then Maui is the place to be. Delight in an early morning whale watch or go scuba diving or snorkeling over the serene world of the coral reef. For the golfing enthusiast, Maui has over 15 golf courses available several of which rank among the best in the world. The Wailea Beach Marriott is located within five minutes of Wailea’s Gold, Emerald, and Blue courses, all of which have been ranked among the top courses in North America. In addition to challenging golfers from beginners to experts, these courses are designed to provide spectacular views of the ocean and Maui’s lush tropical vistas. Closest airport is Kahului Airport (OGG).
Spectacular ocean views and awe-inspiring sunsets await at the Wailea Beach Marriott. This 546-room deluxe resort is centrally located within the resort area of Wailea between two of Maui’s most beautiful beaches: Wailea and Ulua. Whether it’s horseback riding, kayaking, taking an early morning hike through Haleakala Crater or one of the other nature trails, relaxing in the pool or indulging in the Mandara Spa, Wailea Beach Marriott and the island of Maui offer a variety of recreational activities to delight the senses. The Wailea Shops is the resort’s backyard neighbor. Website: www.waileamarriott.com
Location: Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Wailea, Maui, Hawaii 1-808-879-1922 Meeting Location
Contact: (480)-301-4580 E-Mail
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Arrhythmias & the Heart
February 22 - 25, 2010
The Arrhythmias & the Heart symposium will explore approaches to the diagnosis, management and prevention of common rhythm disorders including mini-symposiums on atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmias. In addition, one day will be devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with congestive heart failure and the associated arrhythmias. Mayo Clinic and guest faculty will share "pearls" to aid in the evaluation and assessment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. Patient management case sessions and an audience interaction system allowing attendees to respond to questions will be used throughout the conference to enhance learning. Attendees are encouraged to bring cases from home for discussion with the faculty.
If your passion is the ocean, then Maui is the place to be! Maui has been voted "Best Pacific Island" by Conde Nast Traveler. Delight in an early morning whale watch or go scuba diving or snorkeling over the serene world of the coral reef. For the golfing enthusiast, Maui has over 15 golf courses available, several of which rank among the best in the world. The Wailea Beach Marriott is located within five minutes of Wailea’s Gold, Emerald, and Blue courses, all of which have been ranked among the top courses in North America. In addition to challenging golfers from beginners to experts, these courses are designed to provide spectacular views of the ocean and Maui’s lush tropical vistas. Spectacular ocean views and awe-inspiring sunsets await at the Wailea Beach Marriott. This 546-room deluxe resort is centrally located within the resort area of Wailea between two of Maui’s most beautiful beaches: Wailea and Ulua. Whether it’s horseback riding, kayaking, taking an early morning hike through Haleakala Crater or one of the other nature trails, relaxing in the pool or indulging in the Mandara Spa, Wailea Beach Marriott and the island of Maui offer a variety of recreational activities to delight the senses. The Wailea Shops is the resort’s backyard neighbor. Direct flights are available to Maui's main airport, Kahului airport (OGG) from at least ten mainland cities.
Location: Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Wailea, Maui, Hawaii Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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15th Annual Cardiology at Cancun -- Advances in Clinical Cardiology and Multi-Modality Imaging
February 22 - 26, 2010
The purpose of the meeting is to integrate state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with multimodality cardiac imaging in a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of diseases ranging from ischemic heart disease to cardiac genetics in adults. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology.
Graced by beautiful gardens and turquoise waters of the Caribbean along with an extensive beach area, the CasaMagna Marriott offers spacious guest accommodations, each appointed with a 32" flat-panel LCD television, wireless Internet and Marriott's renowned Revive Bedding. The CasaMagna was voted Cancun's #1 Family Resort in Mexico by Travel & Leisure Magazine. The kids club keeps the young ones busy while giving parents time to relax.
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Location: Marriott CasaMagna Resort, Cancun, Mexico Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 or 507-266-6703 or 507-284-0536 E-Mail
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17th Annual Echocardiographic Workshop on 2-D and Doppler Echocardiography at Vail
March 7 - 11, 2010
This program will provide a comprehensive review of state-of-the-art 2-D, Doppler and transesophageal echocardiography with a strong emphasis on newer and more rapidly changing areas. The topics to be covered include diastology, ischemic heart disease, valvular heart disease, 3-D echo, application of TEE in clinical practice, cardiomyopathy, and resynchronization in heart failure. The role of echo relative to the newer imaging modalities will be discussed. There are also afternoon workshops on transesophageal echo, hemodynamics, and stress echo. The final workshop will include a series of clinical cases which will focus on integrating various imaging modalities to provide the highest quality of patient care. The course is designed for the clinician and sonographer who are actively involved in adult echocardiography and wish to gain additional practical experience in these specific areas. Daily reading sessions will provide the opportunity to interpret case studies and to compare and discuss diagnoses with the faculty. An integrated format combining theory and practice will be utilized. In the morning sessions, a traditional lecture series will present state-of-the-art information on selected topics. Application of the techniques to clinical practice will be emphasized. Lectures covering pertinent general cardiology topics, such as appropriateness criteria, will also be provided. In the afternoon, attendees will have the opportunity to apply the lecture material in a workshop environment. A large number of cases will be presented, analyzed and discussed. Each afternoon, attendees will be able to participate in reading sessions, covering either transesophageal echo, stress echo, and hemodynamics.
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Location: Grand Ballroom, Vail Marriott Mountain Resort & Spa Meeting Location
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Echo Fiesta: An In-depth Review of Adult Echocardiography for Sonographers and Physicians
April 15 - 17, 2010
Echo Fiesta is designed to provide a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial, ischemic, pericardial and valvular disease. Traditional topics in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Doppler, and stress echocardiography will be presented. In addition, newer techniques including 3D Echo and Doppler and 2D strain imaging will be presented. The program will concentrate on practical points regarding daily use of these techniques with illustrative examples from a wide variety of cardiovascular disorders.
Location: San Antonio Hyatt, San Antonio, Texas
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Echocardiography for the Nations Capital: Focus for the Physician
April 26 - 28, 2010
Echocardiography in the Nation’s Capital: Focus for the Physician is designed to provide a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial, ischemic, pericardial and valvular disease. Traditional topics in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Doppler, and stress echocardiography will be presented. In addition, newer techniques including 3D Echo and Doppler and 2D strain imaging will be presented.
Location: Hyatt Regency Crystal City - Arlington, VA
Contact: 800-283-6296 or 507-266-0677 E-Mail
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Echocardiography for the Nations Capital: Focus for the Sonographer
April 29 - May 1, 2010
Echocardiography in the Nation’s Capital: Focus on the Sonographer is designed to provide the cardiac sonographer with practical echocardiography information in the evaluation of cardiac anatomy, function and hemodynamics in diagnosing and evaluating heart disease. A practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial, ischemic, pericardial and valvular disease. Recent advances in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Doppler, and stress echocardiography will be presented.
Location: Hyatt Regency Crystal City - Arlington, VA
Contact: 800-283-6296 or 507-266-0677 E-Mail
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Controversies in Cardiovascular Disease: Practical Approaches to Complex Problems: Medical and Surgical
May 8 - 9, 2010
Mark your calendar and plan to join us May 8-9, 2010 at the historic Saint Paul Hotel for a multidisciplinary perspective and discussion on the management of complex clinical challenges in cardiovascular medicine and surgery. Topics to be covered include controversies in the current treatment of coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy, and peripheral vascular disease.
As a collaboration of Mayo Clinic and the American College of Cardiology -
Minnesota Chapter, faculty will include leading clinicians in surgery and medicine from both organizations.
Location: The Saint Paul Hotel, St. Paul, MN Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Cardiology Update in Sedona
August 6 - 8, 2010
There is explosive growth in diagnosis and treatment modalities taking place in the field of cardiovascular disease. This is creating an exciting, but challenging situation for teams taking care of patients with cardiovascular disease. The purpose of this meeting is to provide the needed information distilled in a manner that can be applied to clinical practice. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of diseases ranging from ischemic heart disease to cardiovascular health.
Participants will have ample time to discuss topics with individual faculty members. Learning methods will include didactic lectures, audience response interactive system and Q & A panel discussions. Detailed syllabus materials will be provided.
Please Note:
- $75 Discount for Online Registration!
- Course syllabus will be available online for your review prior to the course.
Location: Sedona, Arizona
Contact: (480)-301-4580 E-Mail
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Success with Failure: New Strategies for the Evaluation and Treatment of congestive Heart Failure
August 8 - 10, 2010
This program will feature up-to-date presentations on the evaluation and treatment of congestive heart failure. New diagnostic tools, drugs, and devices will be reviewed along with their role in specific clinical situations. The program format includes interactive case-based discussions, surgical and medical perspectives, debates, and small group sessions will ensure a lively and relevant educational opportunity for all participants.
Location: Fairmont Chateau Whistler Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Mayo Echocardiography Review Course for Boards and Recertification
August 21 - 24, 2010
Review all areas of Echocardiography designed for Echo Board which takes place in May/June of each year as well as for review for practicing clinicians.
Location: Phillips Hall, Siebens Building, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Electrophysiology Review for Boards and Recertification
August 25 - 28, 2010
Mayo Electrophysiology Review Course
for Electrophysiology Boards and recertification will provide the cardiologist and electrophysiologist with a comprehensive overview of all
aspects of cardiovascular electrophysiology.
Well-known experts in each field will give
in-depth didactics on state-of-the-art
subjects in electrophysiology and device
therpay. Each lecture will be followed by
or will include multiple question and
answer session with an instantaneous
electronic response system. Although this
course is designed specifically to prepare
the electrophysiologist specialist for the
Electrophysiology Boards or Recertification,
it will also provide the cardiologist or
practicing electrophysiologist with an
update on the latest knowledge and
advances in electrophysiology. The full
spectrum of electrophysiology practice will
be reviewed, ranging from basic
arrhythmia mechanisms and pharmacology,
to catheter diagnosis and therapy, and
device-based treatments. Additional printed
educaitonal material will be made available.
There will be special sessions designed
specifically for those participants taking
the Cardiovascular Electrophysiology
Certification Boards and Recertification
Boards.
Location: Leighton Auditorium, Siebens Building, Rochester MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Pediatric Cardiology 2010 Board Review Course
August 29 - September 3, 2010
The 2010 Pediatric Cardiology Board Review Course will be a comprehensive, state-ofthe-art review of all aspects of pediatric cardiology. Nationally-recognized experts in the fields of Pediatric Cardiology, Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Critical Care, and Cardiovascular Surgery, will provide in-depth lectures and case presentations that cover the entire subspecialty content important to the candidate for certification in Pediatric
Cardiology. A board format question and answer session will be held each evening to review the daily course content and hone the participant’s skills in test taking. In addition, interactive pre- and post-conference mini-symposia are also planned in Electrophysiology and Exercise Physiology. Although this course is designed to prepare the pediatric cardiology subspecialist for board certification / re-certification, it will also provide the pediatric cardiologist, adult cardiologist, or practicing primary care practitioner with a comprehensive update on the most up-to-date knowledge and scientific advances in our field.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, CA
Contact: 507-266-0676 E-Mail
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Mayo Cardiovascular Review Course for Cardiology Boards and Recertification
September 25 - 30, 2010
A comprehensive review of all aspects of CV disease, disgned specifically to prepare applicants for the ABIM Boards.
Location: Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Mayo Interventional Cardiology Board Review
October 1 - 3, 2010
This course is a comprehensive, topical review designed for the cardiology physician who wishes to expand a knowledge-base in interventional cardiology in preparation for board certification and improved patient care.
Location: Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment
October 5 - 7, 2010
Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment is designed to provide practicing physicians and healthcare staff with an in-depth overview of the entire spectrum of coronary artery disease. Novel risk factors, state of the art imaging technologies and new management strategies for patients with acute coronary artery disease will be highlighted. The evolving role of revascularization, interventional cardiology, coronary surgery, and options for the management of advanced non-revascularizable coronary artery disease will be discussed. Population trends and future directions in new scientific breakthroughs such as cell therapy for patients with coronary artery disease will be reviewed.
Location: Las Vegas - Location TBD
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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26th Annual Echocardiography in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease
October 10 - 13, 2010
The 26th Annual Echocardiography in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease Symposium will focus on the basics of recognizing, understanding, and imaging patients with congenital heart disease. This year special attention will be placed on the evaluation of the patient that has had previous surgical procedure for their congenital cardiac malformation. This four-day symposium is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy, clinical aspects, imaging, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The symposium will have a distinguished faculty of pediatric and adult congenital cardiologists, cardiac pathologists, and surgeons with expertise in treatment, diagnosis, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The symposium will consist of lectures, video examples, workshops, and panel discussions.
Location: Phillips Hall, Siebens Medical Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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The Heart Beat of Cardiology: From Stethoscope to Echoscope
December 9 - 11, 2010
The Heart Beat of Cardiology is a premier educational venue for echocardiography in clinical practice. This is held collaboratively with the University of Chicago Medical Center. The program is designed to accommodate the evolving needs of inquisitive attendees.
Topics covered will include fundamentals of cardiovascular ultrasound, basic and advanced hemodynamics, 3-D echocardiography, endocardial/pericardial disease, ischemic heart disease, vascular health, contrast, heart failure, diastolic function, new technologies, and valvular heart disease. At no additional charge, special workshops are available on focused topics of interest to the general as well as specialty participants.
North Michigan Avenue is the upscale hub of downtown Chicago, and The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago is perfectly positioned to make the most of it. They are within an easy walk of luxury retailers such as Bloomingdale’s and Saks, as well as the city’s most celebrated restaurants and famous jazz and blues clubs. For outdoor enthusiasts, Lake Michigan and the Oak Street Beach are just blocks away.
Location: The Westin Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 or 507-266-6703 or 507-284-0536 E-Mail
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