Sixth Annual Clinical Advances in Heart Failure and Arrhythmias

Sixth Annual Clinical Advances in Heart Failure and Arrhythmias is organized by Scripps Health and will be held from Apr 12 - 14, 2019 at San Diego Marriott La Jolla, La Jolla, California, United States of America.

Accreditation

Physicians:
Scripps Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician Assistants
PAs may claim a maximum of 15 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Target Audience:
• Cardiologists
• Electrophysiologists
• Internists
• Cardiology Nurses/Nurse Practitioners
• Cardiology Physician Assistants
• Cardiovascular Technicians

Conference Description :
Significant advances in the diagnosis and management of heart failure and arrhythmias continue to emerge, compelling the practice of cardiology to constantly evolve. These advances must be consistently implemented into clinical practice to guarantee the best care for patients affected by these cardiovascular conditions. Expert faculty will cover a wide range of topics including the diagnosis, management, and state-of-the-art treatment for heart failure and cardiac arrhythmias. Participants will return to their practice equipped with the latest evidence base and practical information to improve patient outcomes.

Educational Objectives:
After attending this live activity, participants should be able to:
• Incorporate current and emerging clinical evidence in the assessment, treatment and management of patients with challenging cardiovascular disease.
• Apply new concepts in the management of arrhythmias, heart failure and hypertension.
• Employ new medical and surgical therapies for heart failure.
• Discuss current pharmacologic and medical management strategies for patients with atrial fibrillation.
• Assess device based therapies for heart rhythm disorders.
• Enhance skills in the management of cardiovascular disease in women.
• Illustrate techniques to aid in patient adherence to prescribed medications.
• Describe current pharmacologic and medical management strategies for patients with chemo-induced cardiomyopathy.
• Identify appropriate treatments for peripheral vascular disease.
• Determine the effect of comorbidity and chronic conditions on patients with heart disease.
• Outline best practices for the management of patients with atrial fibrillation.
• Integrate new guidelines for hypertension and heart failure management into practice.

Conference Highlights :
• Plenary talks from nationally recognized experts
• Presentations on hot topics, upcoming scientific developments, and current advances in treatment for heart failure and arrhythmias
• In-depth breakout sessions on pertinent topics
• Networking opportunities among colleagues
• Conference app with access to course materials and recordings from the convenience of your mobile device or computer

Time: 07:00 to 11:30

Speakers: Douglas N. Gibson, MD, FHRS, J. Thomas Heywood, MD, FACC, John D. Rogers, MD, FACC, , Daniel Einhorn, MD, FACP, FACE, M. Edip Gurol, MD, MSc, Joseph C. Marek, MD, FACC, Christian W. Mende, MD, FACP, FACN, FASN, FASH