The Allied Professional track ensures a comprehensive educational experience offering a variety of sessions and formats, from an interactive mini-course about fundamentals in the electrophysiology lab to the ever-popular "Jeopardy" session, to test your knowledge about ICDs and tracings.
Session highlights include:
- Interactive EP Basics
- Workplace 2008: Device Evaluation and Managing Workflow
- Lead Extraction: Concepts and Technical Considerations
- Managing VT Storm, Recalls and End of Life Issues
- Mind Over Heart in Adult/Grown Up Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)
Complimentary Allied Professional Networking Lunches
Please note: Your Heart Rhythm 2008 badge must indicate registration as an Allied Professional. Capacity is restricted to 200; a limited number of box lunches will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Thinking Outside the Box: Innovative Concepts to Improve Clinical Practice
Thursday, May 15, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
Topics include: the importance of developing a research idea, how to consult with industry and market your product. - How to Deal with End of Life: Patient Management and Device Deactivation Issues
Friday, May 16, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
Ethical and legal considerations of patient management and device deactivation issues will be examined.
Connect with Colleagues!
- Allied Professionals Lounge — Catch up with your friends and colleagues in this special area, located in Moscone Center (Room 105) on the lower level concourse between the north and south buildings of the Moscone Center, designated for allied professionals to meet and network.
- Allied Professionals Orientation — Scheduled for Wednesday morning in Moscone Center Room 206, this session provides first-time attendees with tips to make the most of their Heart Rhythm 2008 experience.
There are numerous opportunities for Allied Professionals at Heart Rhythm 2008 to network with other cardiac arrhythmia professionals, including: the Hands-On Session, Health Policy Town Hall Meeting, Opening Plenary, Featured Poster Session and Reception, Exhibit Hall, Rhythm Row and much more!
Visit our online itinerary planner to view the schedule of the 29th Annual Meeting (program schedule subject to change until presentation time; visit this site regularly to ensure an accurate schedule)