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COURSE OVERVIEW/STATEMENT OF NEEDWhether you are a certifier or re-certifier preparing for the ABIM Board Exams or just want a comprehensive review of issues in cardiology today, this course is designed to meet your needs. Four-and-a-half days of study and interactive, simulated Board exams covering: - General cardiology
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Risk factors
- Arrhythmias
- Basic cardiovascular pharmacology
- Cardiac testing
- Valvular heart disease
- ECHO and ECG interpretation with optional focused review session
ACCF Interactive Study Session for Maintenance of Certification
Cardiovascular Disease Updates 2011 and 2012 Directed by: Rick A. Nishimura, MD, FACC and Patrick T. O'Gara, MD, FACC September 8, 2012
7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Make the most of your time in Chicago with this optional program. Learn in an interactive environment as ABIM-certified physician experts lead you through the 50 case-based questions (25 questions per module, 2 modules) that comprise ABIM’s Cardiovascular Disease Updates 2011 and 2012 medical knowledge modules. This study session offers an opportunity to weigh the evidence on a case-by-case basis as you discuss the options with our faculty and your fellow participants to identify the most appropriate answers to the ABIM questions. Separate registration and fees apply. Discounts are available if you are planning to attend both the CV Board Review course and this optional MOC course. Separate registration is required. Visit www.CardioSource.org/cvmoc for program details and to register. | The course is intended for cardiovascular specialists, physicians, Fellows in Training and cardiovascular care associates. FACULTYCourse Directors Kim A. Eagle, MD, MACC
University of Michigan Health System Patrick T. O’Gara, MD, FACC
Brigham and Women’s Course Co-Directors James C. Fang, MD, FACC W. Gregory Hundley, MD, FACC Joseph E. Marine, MD, FACC Eric S. Williams, MD, FACC S. Wamique Yusuf, MD, FACC CONFLICT OF INTEREST (COI) POLICY/DISCLOSURESACCF committee members, faculty, staff and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with manufacturers of commercial products/services. 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, for fair balance, scientific objectivity and validity, 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.
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Register for the CV Board and CV MOC courses together by choosing the correct Registration Type for general course registration and then choosing the CV MOC as a Workshop. Discounts are available when you register for the courses together! Location
All sessions will be held at the Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park located at 200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL. The meeting site telephone number is 312-565-8000. Accommodations
To reserve your room at the Fairmont Chicago, please call 866-540-4408. Identify yourself as a participant in the American College of Cardiology Foundation course – 2012 Cardiovascular Board Review Program. Room Rates
The room rate is $169 plus 15.4% state and local taxes (subject to change) per night. The ACC room block is scheduled to be held until Tuesday, August 7, 2012 but may sell out prior to this date. We advise you to register for the program 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 INFORMATIONTuition
The registration tuition includes continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks, lunches 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 course. 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 the course 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. ACKNOWLEDGMENTSAt 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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