Upcoming Events

This conference has attracted an international community of leading interventional electrophysiologists and cardiac arrhythmia surgeons, to present the contemporary and most advanced techniques for both the catheter and surgical treatment of atrial fibrillation. In addition, current recommendations for the management of the left atrial appendage will be presented and debated and the results of new LAA occlusion devices will be discussed. The format for the conference consists of plenary lectures, plenary roundtables, and plenary debates on topics of controversy as well as extensive specialty interventional EP and surgical breakout sessions. A special invited plenary lecture will also be delivered by Professor Amiran Revishvili of Moscow, Russian Federation, who is both an interventional EP and a cardiac arrhythmia surgeon. Audience participation will be by electronic means at the end of the plenary roundtables and plenary debates.

The 2019 Appalachian Structural Heart Symposium (ASHS|19) conference will provide a comprehensive review of current topics, treatments, and strategies for Structural Heart Disease including: transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), cardiogenic shock, imaging techniques, medications, case presentations, and poster sessions. This interdisciplinary conference is designed for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, radiologic technicians and technologists, and all interested allied health professionals. On Saturday afternoon there will be concurrent breakout sessions; one for physicians and a simultaneous program for nurses and radiologic technologists and technicians.

The goal of the 2019 CICT Conference is to promote high quality, patient-centered, clinical and technical decision-making in the field of Interventional Cardiovascular Medicine. The uniqueness of the CICT conference lies in the open forum transparent discussion of controversial topics allowing free-flowing interaction between audience and faculty. 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.

Cardiovascular Innovations (CVI) 2019 is a world-class meeting focused on state-of-the-art therapy for peripheral, coronary, and structural heart disease. More than 180 faculty are confirmed and will present during the 4-day meeting. The conference is designed to meet the needs of cardiologists, surgeons, physicians, trainees, investigators, and allied health care staff, who participate in the care of these patients. The focus of the conference is on innovative health care solutions to optimize the delivery of care for these patients.

Overview
Advance your skill set and build and essential foundation by attending the interactive trans-septal hands-on training workshop. Expert faculty will provide didactic learning followed by hands-on workshop application using simulators, wet models, and devices.

Learning Objective(s)
Upon completion of this activity, the physician should be able to:

- Demonstrate basic understanding of the anatomy and procedure to cross the septum for left atrial access
- Understand the products and tools available to conduct a trans-septal procedure
- Apply skills of crossing the septum through use of hands on models and simulation tools

Target Audience
Physicians

Supporter(s)
Baylis Medical, Boston Scientific Corporation and Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.

Each year, SCAI Scientific Sessions brings together 2,000 physicians, cardiovascular professionals, hospital administrators, academics, and industry professionals from around the world to share knowledge, clinical expertise, and the latest medical advances, with the single goal of advancing care to Save and Enhance Lives. A distinguished faculty will conduct a four-day program that includes live cases, featured speakers, case reviews, lectures, interactive discussions, abstract presentations, poster sessions, and more.

Advance your skillset and build an essential foundation for transseptal puncture in this interactive training workshop. Expert faculty will provide didactic lecture followed by hands-on training using simulators, wet models and devices.

Workshop Sessions - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Monday, May 20, 2019

Session 1
1:15 p.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Session 2
4:00 p.m. to 6:20 p.m.


Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Session 3
10:10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Session 4
3:15 a.m. to 5:35 p.m.


Register at www.scai.org/SCAI2019

This course is designed to meet the educational needs of primary care physicians, hospitalists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, perfusionists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals who manage patients with cardiovascular disease. The course will focus on cutting edge transcatheter technologies and minimally invasive techniques for treating cardiovascular disease. Educational content will showcase evidence-based data and practical applications of current and emerging therapies.

The Heart Rhythm Society’s Annual Scientific Sessions is a Heart Rhythm Society program.
Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) is a 501c3 international nonprofit organization with a mission to improve the care of patients by promoting research, education, and optimal health care policies and standards. Founded in 1979, HRS is a leading resource on cardiac pacing and electrophysiology. This specialty organization represents medical, allied health, and science professionals from more than 70 countries who specialize in cardiac rhythm disorders.

Innovative advances in technology have led to significant improvements in clinical outcomes and procedural efficiency. However, aspects of some EP procedures remain unresolved. Learn tips and techniques from experts on how to overcome the most complex and pressing challenges while minimizing risk.

Session Title: Overcoming Trials & Tribulations of Today’s EP Procedures

My Most Challenging Transseptals & How I Did Them – Bradley Knight

Mapping Complex Substrates: Summit VT, VoM & More – Miguel Valderrabano

Tools & Techniques for Safe Epicardial Access – Pasquale Santangeli

Best Practices for Minimizing Risk of Atrio-Esophageal Fistula – Andrea Natale


Rhythm Theater # 2 - Exhibit Hall
Wednesday, May 8th, 2019
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm