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COURSE OVERVIEW/STATEMENT OF NEED
Nearly two-thirds of the women in the United States who die suddenly of myocardial infarctions had no symptoms. Yet, simply by leading a healthy lifestyle, Americans can lower their risk of heart disease by as much as 82 percent. This January, the American College of Cardiology Foundation presents its 6th Annual Heart of Women’s Health course to discuss the prevention of cardiovascular disease and other related topics. The one-and-a-half day course serves as a vehicle to raise awareness of the number one cause of death among women, cardiovascular disease. The Heart of Women’s Health program reviews contemporary strategies to help manage women who are at-risk of heart disease. Attendees can expect to engage in stimulating discussions with expert faculty that focus on encouraging lifestyle choices for the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and providing optimal care for those who develop CVD. Key topics include coronary artery disease, risk stratification and gender differences in patients with CVD.
Learner Objectives
The overall goal of this course is to enhance knowledge and ultimately increase competency in the treatment of CVD in women.
Upon completion of this course, attendees should be able to —
- Distinguish gender, racial and ethnic disparities of care in the management, diagnosis and treatment of patients
- Implement evidence-based, contemporary approaches and updated guidelines for the prevention of CVD in a diverse population of female patients
- Describe the screening initiatives, performance metrics and possible therapies used to manage coronary artery disease
- Discuss risks in pregnant women with CVD, as well as complications that contribute to the development of heart disease
- Identify successful lifestyle strategies that employ women to decrease risk and improve health outcomes
Click here for award guidelines and information on how to apply.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is intended for cardiologists, nurses, advanced practice nurses obstetricians/gynecologists, primary care physicians, physician assistants and all healthcare professionals who treat women with or at-risk for heart disease.
FACULTY
Course Directors
Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC
Clinical Professor, Division of Cardiology
Emory University
Chief Science Officer
Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc.
Medical Director
Atlanta Clinical Research Center
Atlanta
JoAnne M. Foody, MD, FACC
Director, Cardiovascular Wellness Center
Brigham and Women’s/Faulkner Hospitals
Associate Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Editor-in-Chief, CardioSmart.org
Boston
Nurse Planner
Christina A. Chadwick, RN, MSN
Associate Director, CE Accreditation and Compliance
American College of Cardiology Foundation
Washington, D.C.
Invited Faculty
Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC
Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Associate Professor of Clinical Public Health, Division of Epidemiology
Sarah Ross Soter Chair in Women’s Cardiovascular Health
Section Director for Preventive Cardiology and Women’s Cardiovascular Health
The Ohio State University
Columbus
Suzanne Hughes, MSN, RN
Clinical Education Project Director
Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA)
Hudson, Ohio
Jane A. Leopold, MD, FACC
Director, Women’s Interventional Cardiology Health Initiative
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Associate Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Boston
William R. Lewis, MD, FACC
Chief, Clinical Cardiology
MetroHealthMedical Center
Cleveland
Jennifer H. Mieres, MD, FACC
Medical Director, Center for Learning and Innovation
Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
Associate Professor of Cardiology
Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine
Hempstead, N.Y.
Ellen Seely, MD
Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Director of Clinical Research
Endocrinology, Diabetes, Hypertension Division
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Boston
Usha B. Tedrow, MD, MSc
Director, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Boston
Anne Marie Valente, MD, FACC
Co-director, Cardiovascular Disease and Pregnancy Program
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Children’s Hospital Boston
Boston
Annabelle S. Volgman, MD, FACC
Medical Director, Rush Heart Center for Women
Professor of Medicine
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago
Mary Norine Walsh, MD, FACC
Medical Director, Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation
St. Vincent Heart Center of Indiana
Indianapolis
CONFLICT OF INTEREST (COI) POLICY/DISCLOSURES
ACCF assesses conflict of interest (COI) with its faculty, planners, managers, staff and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of CME/CNE-credited activities. All relevant potential conflicts of interest that are identified are thoroughly vetted through a process that includes course directors and appropriate peer review by education committee chairs/members and/or peer review of content by independent, non-ACC-affiliated clinicians, for fair balance, scientific objectivity and validity, and patient care and safety recommendations. Refer to the links below for committee member disclosures and program faculty disclosures. Please note ACCF staff involved with this course have nothing to disclose.
ACC Live Course Committee & Staff Disclosures
Heart of Women's Health Faculty and Staff Disclosures
LEARNER BILL OF RIGHTS
Learner Bill of Rights
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ACCREDITATION
Physicians
The American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The ACCF designates this live activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses
The American College of Cardiology Foundation is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
The ACCF designates this educational activity for a maximum of 10.5 continuing education hours. Requirements for successful completion are attendance in a session in its entirety and completing the evaluation tool.
While offering credits noted above, the program is not intended to provide extensive training or certification in the field.
REGISTRATION
Advance registration for this program is now closed. Very limited registrations will be accepted on site.
TRAVEL
Location
All sessions will be held at Heart House, 2400 N Street, NW, Washington D.C. The meeting site telephone number is (800) 253-4636.
Accommodations
To reserve your room at The Fairmont Washington, D.C., please call (800) 441-1414 or (202) 429-2400. Identify yourself as a participant in the American College of Cardiology Foundation course – Heart of Women’s Health (block code GACC0112).
Room Rates
The room rate is $149 plus 14.5 percent state and local taxes (subject to change) per night. The ACCF room block is scheduled to be held until Wednesday, December 28, 2011, but may sell out prior to this date. We advise you to register for the course and reserve your lodging as soon as possible. When you make your reservation, please be sure to ask about early departure fees or cancellation penalties.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tuition
The registration tuition includes continental breakfast, refreshment breaks, lunch and course materials.
Cancellations
Cancellation, substitution or transfer to another course is allowed if written notification is received four weeks before a scheduled course. A full refund minus a $250 processing fee will be given for written notifications received fewer than four weeks before the first day of the program. No refund will be given for no-shows.
In the unlikely event that the course is canceled, the College will refund the registration tuition in full but is not responsible for any travel or hotel costs you may incur.
ACCF reserves the right to cancel courses in the unlikely event of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a course is canceled or postponed, ACCF will refund registration tuition but cannot be held responsible for other costs or expenses, including cancellation/change penalties assessed by airlines, travel agencies or hotels.
Please Note
Smoking is prohibited in all ACCF meeting rooms.
Videotaping, audiotaping and still photography are prohibited in all ACCF meeting rooms.
We encourage participation by all individuals. If you have a disability, advance notification of any special needs will help us serve you better.
Faculty and course are subject to change without notice.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by the ANCC or ACCF of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
The views expressed in this course are those of the individual speaker and do not necessarily reflect the views of the ACCF.
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Supported by an educational grant Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
At the time of posting, a complete listing of supporters was not available. Appropriate acknowledgment will be updated upon confirmation of support and at the time of the course.
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