Challenges in the Management of Atrial Fibrillation:
Tough Cases, Tough Choices
Saturday, April 2, 2011
12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. CST | New Orleans, LA
Thank you to those able to attend this year's AF Symposium!
If you are seeking CME or CE please note that the Society will be sending all certificates to registered participants within two (2) weeks of the live activity. If you are not in receipt of your certificate by Wednesday, April 20, please contact Charisse Diggins, Education Assistant, to obtain your certificate.
Program Description
This complimentary symposium* addressed atrial fibrillation (AF) from a multifaceted, multidisciplinary approach. Attendees benefitted from first-rate knowledge of the current guidelines and synopses of cutting-edge developments by the world's leading experts in AF. This interactive symposium used a case-based approach to address the tough challenges faced by clinicians as they incorporate new guidelines and new trial findings into everyday practice.
Target Audience
- Cardiac arrhythmia professionals
- Cardiac surgeons
- Cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology fellows
- Electrophysiologists
- Other cardiologists and radiologists
- PAs and nurses
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| This complimentary symposium is part of the Society's AF 360° Disease State Initiative |
Learning Objectives
- Identify appropriate anticoagulation therapy in challenging patient cases
- Select patients best suited for rhythm vs. rate control
- Determine appropriate antiarrhythmic therapy in challenging patient cases
- Select appropriate endpoints for defining successful rate or rhythm control in AF patients
- Recommend appropriate bridging strategies for patients who require an interruption of therapy
- Recognize appropriate candidates for ablation
Upon successful completion of this program, attendees will possess knowledge in the set learning objectives
AF Symposium Faculty
Eric N. Prystowsky, MD, FHRS – Program Chair
The Care Group, LLC
Indianapolis, IL
Peter R. Kowey, MD, FHRS
Main Line Health
Wynnewood, PA
Douglas L. Packer, MD, FHRS
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
David J. Wilber, MD, FHRS
Loyola University
Chicago, IL
Disclosure of Faculty's Commercial Relationship(s)
It is the policy of the Heart Rhythm Society to ensure balance, independent objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its certified educational activities. Everyone involved in the planning and participation of continuing medical education activities are required to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest related to the content of their presentations and also disclose discussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentations. In accordance with the ACCME's Standards for Commercial Support of Continuing Medical Education, all faculty and planning partners must disclose any financial relationship(s) or other relationship(s) held within the past 12 months. The Heart Rhythm Society implements a mechanism to identify and resolve all conflicts of interest prior to delivering the educational activity to learners.
Registration
Registration was complimentary to attendees of the American College of Cardiology's 2011 Annual Scientific Sessions.
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Program Agenda
Saturday, April 2, 2011
12:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. CST | New Orleans, LA
Louisiana Ballroom | Loews Hotel | New Orleans, LA
(11:30 a.m. Registration; lunch–first come, first serve)
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11:30 a.m.
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Registration Open
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12:00–12:15 p.m.
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Welcome and Introductory Remarks, Audience Response Test
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12:15–12:40 p.m.
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Case 1 –Rate versus Rhythm Control in Paroxysmal AF
Discussant: Eric N. Prystowsky, MD, FHRS
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12:40–1:05 p.m.
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Case 2 – CAD and Antiarrhythmic Therapy
Discussant: Eric N. Prystowsky, MD, FHRS
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1:05–1:30 p.m.
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Case 3 – Rate versus Rhythm Control in HF Patients
Discussant: David J. Wilber, MD, FHRS
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1:30–1:55 p.m.
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Case 4 – Appropriate Candidates for Ablation
Discussant: Douglas L. Packer, MD, FHRS
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1:55–2:15 p.m.
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Break
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2:15–2:40 p.m.
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Case 5 –CHADS and Antithrombotic Choice
Discussant: Peter R. Kowey, MD, FHRS
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2:40–3:05 p.m.
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Case 6 – Selecting Endpoints in AF Patients
Discussant: David J. Wilber, MD, FHRS
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3:05–3:30 p.m.
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Case 7 –Mechanical Values and Anticoagulation Therapy
Discussant: Peter R. Kowey, MD, FHRS
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3:30–3:55 p.m.
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Case 8 – Bridging Strategies for AF Patients
Discussant: Douglas L. Packer, MD, FHRS
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3:55–4:00 p.m.
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Final Wrap-up and Questions
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Accreditation
The Heart Rhythm Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Heart Rhythm Society designates this Live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The AMA has determined that physicians not licensed in the USA who participate in this CME activity are eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Continuing Education (CE) for Nurses
The Heart Rhythm Society is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the New York State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
It has been assigned code 7M7R3X-PRV-09-20.
A maximum of 4.0 credit hours are available for this educational activity.
Disclaimer
This program provides a forum for the open exchange and discussion of research results and scientific advancements in the field of cardiovascular pacing and electrophysiology; however, the Society makes no representation or warranty as to the truth, originality, or accuracy of the information presented in this program or in materials distributed in connection with them. Nor are the views expressed by the individual speaker necessarily the views of the Society. The Heart Rhythm Society supports the ACCME's policy on evidence-based content and encourages faculty to adhere to these standards when planning a presentation.
* This event was not part of the official ACC Annual Scientific Session & Expo and/or the American College of Cardiology's Innovation in Intervention: i2 Summit in Partnership with the Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF), as planned by their Program Committees.
Questions?
If you have questions regarding this program, please contact Sheila Brantley, Manager, Certified Live Education, at the Heart Rhythm Society.
This activity was supported by educational grants from the following companies:
Ortho-McNeil, Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., administered by Ortho-McNeil Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC,
sanofi aventis, and
St. Jude Medical
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