Houston Aortic Symposium: Frontiers in Cardiovascular Diseases
Apr 4–6, 2008
The Westin Oaks Hotel
Houston, TX
COURSE DIRECTORS
Hazim J. Safi, MD
Professor and Chairman, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
David D. McPherson
Professor & Director, Division of Cardiology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Join us in Houston for the latest updates on the diagnosis and treatment of aortic diseases.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This symposium is designed for cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, family practice physicians, internists, nurse practitioners, perfusionsts, physician assistants, vascular surgeons, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to understand and:
- Identify patho physiologic processes of patients with aortic disease
- Identify the methodologies for accurate and timely assessment of patients with aortic conditions
- Discuss the current state-of-the-art treatment options for aortic conditions ultimately improving outcomes for patients
- Evaluate surgical options of aortic root replacement
- Compare and contrast the treatment of aneurysms involving the ascending arch and thoracoabdominal portions of the aorta
- Understand the guidelines and history regarding aortic disease, dissection and management
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND RESEARCH GRANT OPPORTUNITY
Deadline for Abstract Submissions: February 22, 2008
Submitted abstracts will be considered for oral presentation and poster display. In addition to abstract submissions, you also have a unique opportunity to submit a proposal for a two-year Junior Investigator Research Grant of $75,000/year, to be provided by Memorial Hermann Hospital. The top cardiovascular/aortic disease proposal will be awarded the grant at the "Houston Aortic Symposium".
Submission Guidelines
Submit Your Abstracts Here
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Special rates have been made available to program participants at the Westin Oaks Hotel in Houston, Texas. Please contact the Reservations Department directly by phone at 713-960-8100. You must state that you are attending The Houston Aortic Symposium in order to receive the special rate of $192 plus tax for single occupancy and $207 plus tax for double occupancy. All reservations must be received by March 13, 2008 to ensure this special rate.
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SOCIAL EVENTS
WELCOME RECEPTION AND REGISTRATION
Thursday, April 3, 2008, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
The Westin Oaks Hotel, Houston, Texas
JOHN RITTER RETROSPECTIVE WITH AMY YASBECK
Saturday, April 5, 2008, 6:30 – 10:00 PM
CME ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION
Promedica International CME is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Promedica International CME designates this education activity for a maximum of 19.5 hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion will allot 24.8 Category 1 CEUs to those perfusionists who attend the meeting.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
It is the policy of Promedica International CME, a California Corporation to ensure fair balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its sponsored programs. All faculty members participating in sponsored programs are expected to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflict-of-interest related to the content of their presentation and any discussions of unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved in the United States.
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