37th Annual North Central Heart Cardiac Symposium


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Add to Calendar 37th Annual North Central Heart Cardiac Symposium 11/8/2019 8:00:00 AM 11/8/2019 3:30:00 PM America/Chicago For More Details: https://avera.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?EID=13700 Description: The 37th Annual North Central Heart Cardiac Symposium will highlight current evidence-based concepts and technology for the evaluation, diagnosis and management of cardiovascular patients. Feature topics: Cardiac Arrhythmias, QT Intervals, Cardiac Pacing and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Sioux Falls Convention Center false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Friday, November 8, 2019, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Sioux Falls Convention Center

Registration

Registration Fee: $90 per person

Avera and North Central Heart Employees: No charge

Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be given for any activity with registration fees $20 and under. A refund less 10% of registration fee will be given for cancellations received in writing to [email protected] prior to 5 business days of activity. Following this date, no refunds will be given but substitutions will be accepted.

This conference will not be provided via videoconference.

Exhibitors: To purchase a table to display your materials and products, select Exhibitor on the registration form.


Overview
The 37th Annual North Central Heart Cardiac Symposium will highlight current evidence-based concepts and technology for the evaluation, diagnosis and management of cardiovascular patients. Feature topics: Cardiac Arrhythmias, QT Intervals, Cardiac Pacing and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

ACCME Objectives
  1. Discuss the Apple Heart study findings in regards to the detection of irregular heart rhythm. (Marco)
  2. Explain the potential role of innovative digital technology in predictive and preventative health care. (Marco)
  3. Assimilate the necessary skills to accurately assess the QT interval and confirm the computer-derived QTc. (Ackerman)
  4. Examine six pearls to help avoid QTc miscues. (Ackerman)
  5. Identify the QTc cut-off values that warrant further investigation. (Ackerman)
  6. Identify current indications for cardiac pacing in clinical practice. (Dandamudi)
  7. Describe newer modalities of pacing including leadless pacing, LV endocardial pacing, and His bundle pacing. (Dandamudi)
  8. Analyze the diagnosis of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. (Helder)
  9. Identify the anatomic basis of myectomy for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. (Helder)
  10. Explain the benefits of myectomy for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. (Helder)
  11. Discuss the impact of anemia in heart failure patients. (Physician & APP Track - Chowdhury)
  12. Discuss the importance of evaluating iron deficiency anemia in heart failure patients and its treatment. (Physician & APP Track - Chowdhury)
  13. Develop an algorithm to recognize and assess non-atherosclerotic causes of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). (Physician & APP Track - Waterbury)
  14. Summarize management strategies for non-atherosclerotic ACS. (Physician & APP Track - Waterbury)
  15. Review the indications for atrial fibrillation ablation. (Physician & APP Track - Feldhaus & Adams)
  16. Describe the concept and elements of the hybrid atrial fibrillation procedure. (Physician & APP Track - Feldhaus & Adams)

ANCC Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify patient characteristics that would differentiate which anticoagulant is preferred. (Nursing Track - Babb)
  2. Appropriate peri-operative care for patients receiving oral anticoagulation. (Nursing Track - Babb)
  3. Recognize indicators for antiarrhythmic agents. (Nursing Track - Olson)
  4. Identify potential adverse effects of antiarrhythmic agents and how to prevent them. (Nursing Track - Olson)
  5. Define the long-term goals of managing Heart Failure in the outpatient setting. (Nursing Track - Eichacker)
  6. Integrate thorough patient education to promote patient health. (Nursing Track - Eichacker)

American Society of Radiologic Technologists Objectives
  1. Explain the proper methodology in Doppler measurements. (Technician Track - Paa)
  2. Evaluate the prosthetic valve TTE. (Technician Track - Paa)
  3. Review the basics of radiation safety. (Technician Track - Weber)
  4. Discuss reducing fluoroscopy radiation dose. (Technician Track - Weber)
  5. Explain the goals of Joint Commission standards. (Technician Track - Weber)
  6. Examine the variations in coronary artery anatomy. (Technician Track - Hibbard)
  7. Analyze the relationship between coronary anatomy and function in various coronary syndromes. (Technician Track - Hibbard)
  8. Explain the appropriate use of Nuclear, Cath, Echo and CCTA in the management of the acute coronary syndrome patient. (Technician Track - Hibbard)
  9. Discuss how coronary imaging with Nuclear, Cath, Echo and CCTA findings expedite the management of the acute coronary syndrome patient. (Technician Track - Hibbard)

Additional Information
ADA accommodations will be made in accordance with the law. If you require ADA accommodations, please indicate what your needs are at the time of registration. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification.

Accreditation

CME Accreditation Statement: 

Avera is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  Avera designates this educational activity for a maximum of 5.6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CNE Accreditation Statement: 

Avera Health is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Alabama State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.  A total of 5.6 contact hours can be received upon completion of this activity. Attendance at the entire educational activity is required to receive contact hours.

ASRT:

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has approved this program for up to 4.5 Category A credits.   

Pharmacy:

The South Dakota Board of Pharmacy has approved this program for 5.5 pharmacy credit hours.