Cardiovascular Conference at Snowmass : Contemporary Approaches to Clinical Care

Cardiovascular Conference at Snowmass : Contemporary Approaches to Clinical Care is organized by American College of Cardiology (ACC) and would be held during Jan 16 - 20, 2016 at Westin Snowmass Hotel and Conference Center, Snowmass, Colorado, United States of America. The targeted audience for this medical meeting basically for Cardiologists.

Learner Objectives :

The overall goal of this course is to increase learners’ competency in their ability to incorporate CVD updates from the last two years into their practice.br/> Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to —br/> Employ practical, evidence –based strategies to address medication adherence in clinical settings utilizing behavioral interventions.br/> Characterize the timing and expected outcomes of contemporary interventions in patients with valvular heart diseasebr/> Delineate the clinical epidemiology of cardiovascular disease in women and incorporate optimum imaging modalities in those with suspected coronary artery disease.br/> Describe current diagnostic and management strategies for acute and chronic coronary syndromes including those with STEMI.br/> Employ appropriate medical and lifestyle strategies for the treatment of hyperlipidemia including the use of newer agentsbr/> Analyze new treatments for heart failure including devices and the role of biomarkers in management.br/> Outline best practices for the management of patients with atrial and ventricular arrhythmias.

Target Audience :

This course is intended for cardiovascular specialists. Primary care physicians, Fellows in Training, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, nurses in cardiology and other medical professionals interested in general cardiology management will also find this course of value.