20th Annual Update on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Disease is organized by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and would be held during Feb 22 - 26, 2017 at Disney's Yacht Club Resort, Orlando, Florida, United States Of America.
The target audience for this medical event for pediatric cardiologists, intensivists, surgeons, nurses, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, ACHD specialists, sonographers, perfusionists, and all those involved in the care of patients with pediatric and congenital cardiovascular disease. This CME Conference has been approved with a maximum of 38.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
Conference Objectives are :
• Describe the science and knowledge base of information that supports clinical practice for the patient with pediatric and congenital cardiovascular disease
• Outline some of the latest innovations and their potential for changing care in pediatric and congenital cardiovascular disease
• Understand the concepts of healthcare value and its relevance to pediatric and congenital cardiovascular disease
• Understand the emerging role of the lymphatic system in congenital heart disease
• Appreciate the uniqueness of the mitral valve and identify the latest care strategies
Course Highlights are :
• Special preconference session on the challenges facing the patient with a single ventricle and Fontan circulation. An esteemed international group of experts will offer their insights into the problem and discuss what the future holds for these patients
• Comprehensive preconference primer on postoperative care for congenital heart disease for nursing and other front-line providers
• Premier opening plenary session on creative ideas and innovations under the banner “Will we ever have…?”
• Plenary sessions on healthcare value, the lymphatic system, physical activity, and global health perspectives on congenital heart care