2016
Saturday Sat
Stanford's 4th Annual Transcatheter Heart Valve Summit
The Stanford Faculty Club - Stanford, CA
A Continuing Medical Education Conference
Presented by the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine.
Sponsored by the Stanford University School of Medicine
Conference Team
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Statement of Need
To fully evaluate and treat patients with transcatheter aortic valve replacement versus traditional open chest surgery, physicians should understand the progression of aortic stenosis, be up to date with the latest innovative treatments, and appropriately assess the limitations and benefits of both procedures in high risk patients. This conference is designed to educate physicians on all of these subjects.
Target Audience
- This is a local/regional program, designed for:
- Physicians
- Cardiologists
- Interventional Cardiologists
- Cardiothoracic Surgeons
- Nurses
- Allied Health Professionals
Learning Objectives
- At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Evaluate the natural history and rate of progression of aortic stenosis in the elderly
- Develop strategies to determine appropriate patients for aortic valve replacement
- Provide treatment recommendations and/or referral resources for patients with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis
- Assess the limitations of surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR) in high risk patients
- Develop screening procedures using selection criteria for patients suitable for transcatheter placement of aortic valves and develop inclusions and exclusions for treatment
- Address ethical issues that may affect treatment options of high risk patients
- Identify the indications for the MitraClip® procedure and refer as indicated