This complimentary program seeks to address the integration of multiple echocardiographic techniques in assessment of cardiac structure and function in adult acquired or congenital heart disease. This will include concise, clinically relevant lectores followed by an illustrative case and discussion presented by an echocardiography specialist. The goal is to demonstrate how to use echocardiographic information for the care of our patients by demonstrating the effectiveness of Echocardiography in decision making and enhancing patient management.

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This program has the purpose to fill the educational gap to allow physicians and/or technicians to receive additional training with CME credits awarded for completion for a minimum of 2 (and up to 5 days). If you are interested in this program, contact David Sletten at phone 507-266-2681, or e-mail sletten.david@mayo.edu to set up a training program to meet your needs.

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This symposium is an intensive and comprehensive review of state-of-the-art echocardiography to a wide variety of cardiovascular disorders, with an emphasis on introduction of new technologies and use of echocardiographic information for the care of patients. The central location and presentation schedule allow participants to balance the educational aspects of the program with a summertime family vacation in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This symposium stresses the integration of all echocardiography techniques into the comprehensive ultrasound examination. Particular emphasis includes new technologies, Doppler hemodynamics, tissue Doppler, diastology, transesophageal echocardiography, and heart failure (myocardial and pericardial disease).

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The goal of the 2012 CICT Conference is to promote high quality, patient-centered, clinical and technical decision-making in the field of Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine. Invited faculty will present the "clinician’s perspective" on how to apply knowledge gained from clinical trials to a rational patient centered practice through focused debates, case-based lectures and case reviews. The content of this meeting will address a wide range of complex cardiovascular interventional topics that still present a challenge to the clinician with respect to choosing the appropriate therapy (surgery vs. catheter-based therapy) and with respect to using optimal technique to ensure the safety and efficacy of the procedure.

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A wide spectrum of topics in CHF/heart transplant, coronary artery diseases, cardiac arrhythmias, preventive cardiology and valvular heart disease among others. This course is intended for practicing adult cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, cardiovascular trainees, general internists, family medicine specialists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses with a cardiovascular interest. ABIM and ABFM modules will be offered on Sunday for an additional fee. Physicians may register for these online. If any Residents, Retired Physicians, or Allied Health staff would like to attend, please register online for the General Session so you will receive the $75 discount and then call the CPD department (480-301-4580) to register for the ABIM or ABFM sessions at a discounted rate. To make hotel reservations and receive the discounted room block rate, please call Enchantment Resort at 800-826-4180 and mention you are attending the Mayo Clinic Cardiology Update conference.

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**Special Notice: The reserved hotel room block is full. Please see "Alternative Lodging" for other hotel options in the area.** The program will feature up-to-date presentations on the evaluation and treatment of heart failure. New diagnostic tools, drugs, and devices will be reviewed along with their role in specific clinical situations. Integration of guidelines and clinical management will be highlighted. The program format includes interactive case-based discussions, surgical and medical perspectives to ensure a lively and relevant educational opportunity for all participants. -- Space still available for the meeting.

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Mayo Electrophysiology Review for Boards and Recertification will provide cardiologists and electrophysiologists 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 therapy. Each lecture will be followed by or include multiple question-and-answer sessions with an electronic response system. This course will provide cardiologists or practicing electrophysiologists with an update on the latest knowledge and advances in electrophysiology. The full spectrum of electrophysiology practice will be reviewed, including basic arrhythmia mechanisms and pharmacology, catheter diagnosis and therapy, and device-based treatments.

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--Seats Available-- Co-sponsored by Brigham and Women's Hospital, Loyola Medicine, and Heart Rhythm Society. This course will provide comprehensive instruction for diagnosing common and complex cardiac arrhythmias in the electrophysiology laboratory and achieving effective and safe ablation. Case-based illustrative presentations will highlight diagnostic dilemmas and key management strategies. Experts discussing detailed patient cases provide a step-by-step analysis and an in-depth review of approaches to catheter ablation for the spectrum of cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation, complex atrial arrhythmias after AF ablation or in congenital heart disease, atrial tachycardias and atypical flutters, and ventricular arrhythmias with and without associated heart disease. Detailed discussions of relevant cardiac anatomy integrated with intracardiac ultrasound and other imaging modalities are highlighted.

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This annual interdisciplinary course offers participants an overview of current topics in internal medicine including interactive case studies using automated audience response system. Interdisciplinary speakers present diverse clinical topics chosen for applicability to NP/PA and primary care physician practice settings. As complex patients transition care to the outpatient arena, current guideline based medicine typically iniatiated in hospital setting continues to be important as patients are managed outside the hospital setting (MI core measures, pneumonia guidelines, hypertension management, Acute MI presentation, stable ischemic heart disease, etc.).

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This course is a comprehensive review of all aspects of cardiovascular disease and is designed specifically to prepare applicants for the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) boards. Echo Focus Session (9/20 and 21) is a full day and part of Saturday session running partially concurrent with the CV Board Review course. The session is geared towards cardiology fellows and practicing cardiologists with basic knowledge of Echocardiography.

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This premier three-day course highlights interventional cardiology topics and information with practical application in studying for board certification in interventional cardiology. This course covers basic aspects of interventional cardiology, including catheterization laboratory equipment, radiation physics and safety, pharmacology and procedural planning, and performance. Specific patient lesion and procedural characteristics are highlighted, including a review of challenging cases.

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The material presented at this conference is specifically designed to educate cardiology care providers, providing them with the most up-to-date information regarding these clinically relevant topics. It will address established guidelines regarding evaluation and treatment of these commonly encountered conditions permitting improved care and appropriate referral of their patients.

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This conference focuses on enhancing the mind, body and spirit through a combination of lectures and interactive Q&A opportunities. Featured topics include stress and resilience, emotional intelligence, the spectrum of ambulatory palliative care and transitioning to hospice services, cooking for your health, and the care of patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement. There are breakout sessions focusing on palliative care in the hospital setting and advances in the treatment of hepatitis C. Note: An online webcast option is available under separate registration.

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This course is designed to provide the sonographer with a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial 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. The lectures will be illustrated with digital image presentations of clinical cases in echocardiography and time has been allowed for registrants to ask questions as well as interact closely with the course faculty. -SEATS AVAILABLE-

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This four-day symposium focuses on the basics of recognizing, understanding, and imaging patients with congenital heart disease. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy, clinical aspects, imaging, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The symposium features distinguished faculty of pediatric and adult congenital cardiologists, and surgeons with expertise in treatment, diagnosis, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The format includes lectures, video examples, workshops and panel discussions.

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This advanced course is designed to provide the clinician and advanced sonographer with an update on transthoracic, stress, and transesophageal echocardiography as well as cardiac CT and MRI. It is not a "how-to" course, but instead will concentrate on the application of these modalities to clinical decision making. The program consists primarily of clinical cases which illustrate the problems cardiovascular specialists commonly encounter. Multiple choice questions addressing the clinical utility and limitations of echocardiography follow each case. In addition, faculty presents “rapid fire” and “unknown” cases. The audience is also encouraged to bring unknown cases which will be shown during the sessions. Special breakout sessions are devoted to the interpretation of Doppler hemodynamics, diastolic function, stress echocardiography, congenital heart disease, interventional and perioperative echocardiography. This course is designed to encourage maximum audience participation and interaction with the faculty.

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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.

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****REGISTRATION FOR THIS COURSE IS AVAILBLE ON-SITE AT THE CONFERENCE. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY AND BRING YOUR AHA ATTENDEE BADGE TO BE SCANNED FOR REGISTRATION.**** The purpose of the symposium is to bring together experts in the field of autoimmune rheumatic disease and cardiovascular disease to explore the common pathophysiology of these inflammatory diseases affecting the heart and major blood vessels, and to review and develop strategies for management of CVD in these patients, focusing on rheumatoid arthritis.

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****REGISTRATION FOR THIS COURSE IS AVAILBLE ON-SITE AT THE CONFERENCE. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY AND BRING YOUR AHA ATTENDEE BADGE TO BE SCANNED FOR REGISTRATION.**** The purpose of the meeting is to address appropriate evaluation of both the adolescent/young adult competitive athlete and the adult recreational athlete who present with cardiovascular issues. The format of the meeting will be case-based. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches.

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****REGISTRATION FOR THIS COURSE IS AVAILBLE ON-SITE AT THE CONFERENCE. PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY AND BRING YOUR AHA ATTENDEE BADGE TO BE SCANNED FOR REGISTRATION.**** The purpose of the symposium is to enhance critical thinking in the comprehensive evaluation of pulmonary hypertension across a spectrum of complex clinical and pathophysiologic profiles.

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The program addresses competence in using multiple echocardiographic techniques in assessment of cardiac structure and function in adult acquired or congenital heart disease. Course content includes concise, clinically relevant didactic lectures followed by a series of illustrative cases, augmented by audience response and discussion presented by echocardiography specialists, which enhance patient management. Workshops will demonstrate the techniques for acquiring the echocardiographic data, especially with respect to new contemporary techniques such as strain imaging.

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This course will focus on clinical and hospital-based cardiac rhythm issues and other topics for both physicians and allied health staff.

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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 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. Unique Features: Audience response system to enhance immediate feedback. Easy access to faculty members. 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.

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The purpose of the meeting is to present state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of cardiovascular diseases, but focused on prevention of coronary disease, stroke and sudden death. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology.

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This multidisciplinary, clinically oriented course will highlight innovations and recent developments in the exciting and emerging field of structural heart disease interventions. The course will review innovative and state-of-the-art treatments for aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and PFO/ASD. Other uncommon clinical problems, such as paravalvular regurgitation, left atrial appendage closure, and adult congenital interventions will also be highlighted. Expert faculty from Mayo Clinic and other academic centers will present in a case-oriented approach that will enable you to counsel patients in your practice on the latest diagnostic, interventional, and surgical techniques.

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This course is designed to provide focused, up-to-date, evidence-based recommendations on disease management in a manner that highlights the most common diseases encountered in clinical practice. It will give a broad-based review of the knowledge required for all cardiologists and cardiology trainees to enhance the care of their patients with coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, heart rhythm disorders, vascular disease, and heart failure. This review is comprehensive and designed specifically to prepare attendees for their clinical cardiology daily practice.

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Selected Topics in Internal Medicine is a postgraduate course designed to update general internists, internist-subspecialists, family medicine physicians, and other primary health care providers on selected internal medicine topics. Some of the most common problems encountered in clinical practice will be represented. The focus will be on clinical pearls and practice updates. Presentations will be made by experts from various disciplines in internal medicine. Faculty members will be available during breaks to answer questions and to discuss cases with course participants.

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This course reviews key topics in cardiology to keep the practitioner current, with an emphasis on cases, updates and practice guidelines. The diagnoses and management of atrial fibrillation are reviewed. The program also shares pearls to aid in the evaluation and assessment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. The program outline provides comprehensive updates on the diagnosis, prognosis and management of common cardiovascular diseases. The format emphasizes patient management, with case-based presentations and panel discussions to provide interaction between the faculty and attendees.

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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.

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The material presented at this conference is specifically designed to educate cardiology care providers, providing them with the most up-to-date information regarding multimodality imaging for the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. This course will fulfill these elements by: 1. reviewing the basic technical issues of echocardiography as well as CT, MRI, and nuclear imaging, 2. discussing relevant advances in techniques and limitations of each modality, and 3. providing a comprehensive update of the clinical uses of the techniques in the diagnosis and prognosis of common cardiovascular diseases in a clinical case based format.

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The purpose of the meeting is to present state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of diseases with focused sessions. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology.

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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 a wide spectrum of diseases in clinical cardiology.

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Program designed for Nurse Practioners, Physicians Assistants and Primary Care Providers dealing with heart failure on a regular basis. The program will highlight the basic disease etiology and treatment an management methods highlight current guidelines.

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This three-day multidisciplinary conference explores current state-of-the art techniques and program development to implement a blood management program in hospitals. This is a one-of-a-kind summit organized by leaders in blood management from Mayo Clinic, Hartford Hospital, Loyola University, and Cleveland Clinic, with faculty participation from all four organizations.

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The purpose of this conference is to provide an overview of the current issues in peripheral vascular disease to the vascular practioner/specialist through didactic and interactive segments with inclusion of scientific sessions. This conference will highlight the multidisciplinary approach to vascular disease, including vascular surgery, vascular medicine, interventional radiology, and cardiology. This conference is expected to attract international vascular disease specialists, in addition to nurse and allied health care providers interested in peripheral vascular disease. This meeting will include interactive sessions with review of Mayo and European guidelines of arterial and venous disease evaluation and management. Abstracts for poster and oral presentations pertinent to vascular disease will also be included.

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The material presented at this conference is specifically designed to educate cardiology care providers as well as internists, providing them with the most clinically relevant information regarding heart failure, arrhythmias, structural, ischemic and vascular issues.

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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.

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This program 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.

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An intense course specifically designed to prepare attendees taking the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) certification examination. There will be focused emphasis on the ASE examination format, ultrasound physics, 2D and M-Mode, hemodynamics, valvular heart disease, ischemic heart disease, heart failure and cardiomyopathies, pericardial disease, congenital heart disease, and newer imaging techniques.

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Topics include quantitative echocardiography, 2-D, 3-D and 4-D echocardiography, valvular and ischemic heart disease, heart failure and stress echocardiography, as well as imaging advances in coronary disease, diastology, physiological disease management and myopericardial diseases. There will be sessions on basic and advanced measurements, contrast for left ventricular opacification, CRT and TEE. A workshop on scanning technique will give participants an opportunity to ask faculty sonographers questions while obtaining live images..

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This symposium is an intensive and comprehensive review of state-of-the-art echocardiography to a wide variety of cardiovascular disorders and will have an emphasis on introduction of new technologies and how to use echocardiographic information for the care of our patients. The central location and presentation schedule are intended to allow the participants to balance the educational aspects of the program with a summertime family vacation in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This symposium will stress the integration of all echocardiography techniques into the comprehensive ultrasound examination. Particular emphasis will include new technologies, Doppler hemodynamics, tissue Doppler, diastology, transesophageal echocardiography, and heart failure (myocardial and pericardial disease). Unique to this course is live scanning of patients with various CV disorders, which will be coordinated with Dr. Lawrence W. Gaul of the Vail Clinic. This session will emphasize the importance of comprehensive echocardiographic acquisition and management decision based on echocardiographic data. There will be ample time each afternoon for the participant to enjoy a multitude of summertime activities in this picturesque and relaxing environment.

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The program will review the current and best practice for 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.

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Pediatric Cardiology Board Review Course

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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 educational material will be made available.

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This annual interdisciplinary course offers participants an overview of current topics in internal medicine including interactive case studies using automated audience response system. Interdisciplinary speakers present diverse clinical topics chosen for applicability to NP/PA and primary care physician practice settings. As complex patients transition care to the outpatient arena, current guideline based medicine typically iniatiated in hospital setting continues to be important as patients are managed outside the hospital setting (MI core measures, pneumonia guidelines, hypertension management, Acute MI presentation, stable ischemic heart disease,etc.)

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In review of our course cardiology CME live courses and their content, it was evident that we continue to need a course that focuses on the clinical, everyday challenges that our regional cardiologist face. The fact that there is a gap between the use of current guidelines and new procedures/treatments available, as seen in our survey data and research, proves that this course is beneficial to both cardiologists and patient outcomes. For this particular type of content, the planning committee felt that a case-based lecture format would be the preferred format and the most applicable to the attendee’s day-to-day practice.

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This premier three-day course highlights interventional cardiology topics and information with practical application in studying for board certification in interventional cardiology. This course covers basic aspects of interventional cardiology, including catheterization laboratory equipment, radiation physics and safety, pharmacology and procedural planning and performance. Specific patient lesion and procedural characteristics are highlighted, including a review of challenging cases.

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The 30th Annual Echocardiography in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease Symposium will focus on the use of echocardiography to recognize, understand, and manage patients with congenital heart disease. 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. In addition, this year's course will feature sessions highlighting the challenges encountered in imaging the postoperative patient and the utility of alternative imaging modalities, such as CT and cardiac MRI. The symposium will have a distinguished faculty of pediatric and adult congenital cardiologists 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.

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This advanced course is designed to provide the clinician with an update on two-dimensional, Doppler, stress, and transesophageal echocardiography. It is not a "how-to" course, but instead will concentrate on the application of echocardiography in clinical decision making. The program consists primarily of clinical cases which illustrate the problems cardiologists commonly encounter. Multiple choice questions addressing the clinical utility and limitations of echocardiography follow each case. In addition, faculty present "rapid fire" and unknown cases. The audience is also encouraged to bring unknown cases which will be shown during a special session. Special breakout sessions are devoted to the interpretation of Doppler hemodynamics, diastolic function, stress echocardiography, congenital heart disease, interventional and perioperative echocardiography. This course is designed to encourage maximum audience participation and interaction with the faculty.

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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.

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The program seeks to address competence in using multiple echocardiographic techniques in assessment of cardiac structure and function in adult acquired or congenital heart disease. This will include concise, clinically relevant didactic lectures followed by a series of illustrative cases which will include audience response and discussion presented by echocardiography specialists which would lead to enhanced patient management. Workshops will be held to demonstrate the techniques for acquiring the echocardiographic data, especially with respect to new contemporary techniques such as strain imaging.

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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 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. Unique Features: Audience response system to enhance immediate feedback. Easy access to faculty members. 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.

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