Current Concepts in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Critical Care
Date
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Time
7:00am – 4:40pm
Location
Columbia University Faculty House
64 Morningside Drive
New York, NY 10027
Course Director
Arthur J. Smerling, MD
Program Director
Emile A. Bacha, MD
Associate Program Director
Sandra M. McGill-Lane, RN, MSN, FNP, CCRN
Introduction
This one-day educational symposium will focus on the innovations in the care of pediatric and adult congenital cardiac patients. NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center is a leader in best outcomes for pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery providing cardiac care to children and adults locally and internationally. Faculty from this institution will address the perioperative best clinical practices in these patients. This course will also include Q&A and smaller breakout sessions to facilitate attendee participation.
Target Audience
This activity is designed for adult cardiologists, pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, CCU nurses, cardiac nurses, cardiology fellows, critical care fellows, anesthesiologists, hospitalists, perfusionists, and other clinicians who are involved in the care of pediatric and adult congenital cardiac patients.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the latest developments and techniques in neonatal, pediatric, and adult congenital cardiac surgery
- Review pediatric and adult congenital heart failure and treatment options
- Learn the different types of mechanical cardiac support devices and how they are used
- Understand pediatric pulmonary hypertension and its management
- Learn the advances in electrophysiology and pacemakers
- Understand the indications and best practices in extracorporeal support in pediatric critically ill patients
Accreditation
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The College of Physicians and Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nursing Continuing Education Credits
The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital School of Continuing Education for Nurses is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Contact Hours pending.
Support
We expect support for this program through grants from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
Registration
Physicians – $125
NYP physicians – $100
Fellows, nurses, perfusionists, and other clinical professionals – $100
NYP fellows, nurses, perfusionists, and other clinical professionals – $75
Students (no CME credit will be awarded) – $50
Fees include program lectures, course materials, and meals. A confirmation e-mail will be sent upon receipt of registration and payment.
Pre-registration for this event has now closed. If you are still interested in attending, please report to the 3rd Floor of the Faculty House starting at 7am on Thursday, March 21, 2013.
Program Location Details
Parking:
Click here for a list of local area parking. Please note parking is not included in the registration fee for this course.
Subway:
Take the 1 line to 116 St – Columbia University.
Local Area Hotels:
Click here for a list of local area hotels.
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Updated Agenda
Program Brochure
Updated Course Information
Updated Faculty List
Contact Information
Program Coordinator
Ariana Tibaldi
Phone: 201-346-7029
Fax: 201-346-7011
E-mail: amt2199@columbia.edu
Department of Surgery, Office of External Affairs
400 Kelby Street, Floor 11, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Phone: 201.346.7001
Fax: 201.346.7010
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