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9th Annual Update in Pulmonary Hypertension

Location: 
Hyatt Cambridge
575 Memorial Drive
Cambridge, MA 02139
Date: 
Dec 2 2011 - 7:00am - 5:30pm
Intended Audience: 
This program is intended for cardiologists, pulmonologists,and allied health professionals but is open to all medical professionals.
Description: 

The goal of this activity is to entail presentation and discussion regarding the pathophysiology and
approach to diagnosis of the various World Health Organization Groups of Pulmonary Hypertension
along with an update on current medical therapies and prognosis of pulmonary hypertension as
noted in current evidence-based guidelines, research and patient-centered outcomes.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of the activity, participants will be able to: (1) Identify the current classification,
guidelines and evolving clinical science in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PH) as it applies to other
disciplines and patient care (2) Discuss the current and evolving therapeutic approaches in PH and
how they drive systemic interventions and practice improvements (3) Educate and demonstrate to a
broad multi-disciplinary base of clinicians, caregivers and patients the realistic scope of the
developing information base in seeking ideally curative therapy for PH. (4) Discuss effects of current
therapies on patient-centered outcomes such as functional capacity and quality of life indexes, and
postulate on the effect of new recommendations.

For more information, go to: http://www.ganesco.com/conference2.php?id=9

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8th Annual Pulmonary Hypertension Summit

Location: 
InterContinental Hotel and Bank of America Conference Center
9801 Carnegie Ave
Cleveland, OH 44106
Date: 
Nov 6 2011 (All day) - Nov 8 2011 (All day)
Intended Audience: 
The Summit is directed to physicians, physician assistants, and nurses with an interest in pulmonary disorders, rheumatologic diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. The case-based and practical approach of the sessions will make this extremely relevant for internal medicine and primary care physicians.
Description: 

The purpose of the Pulmonary Hypertension Symposium is to provide an overview of the practical issues in the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of patients with pulmonary hypertension. Recent advances and future directions of medical care will be discussed in the context of their potential impact and application for clinical practice. Expert speakers will present the recent advances in the context of challenges faced by physicians and other health care providers caring for these patients. Practical aspects of patient management will be covered using a case-based discussion format.

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3rd Annual North Carolina Research Triangle Pulmonary Hypertension Symposium

Location: 
Sheraton Imperial Hotel
4700 Emperor Blvd
Durham, NC 27703
Date: 
Nov 11 2011 - 7:00am - 4:00pm
Intended Audience: 
This course is primarily intended for Pulmonologists, Cardiologists and other Allied Healthcare Professionals involved in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension.
Description: 

This course seeks to underscore the importance of the proper diagnostic approach to, and treatment of, pulmonary arterial hypertension. It is often difficult to determine appropriate treatment and diagnostic pathways in certain populations of patients with this disorder. We seek, by way of literature (evidence-based), expert opinion, panel discussions and case presentations to educate physicians about how to detect, diagnose, treat and refer PAH patients to specialty centers. This is an often missed diagnosis that has proven treatments. The treatment and diagnostic paradigms for PAH are ever-evolving and frequent symposia such as this are necessary to keep specialty physicians updated and ensure current care is being delivered to PAH patients.

For more information go to: http://www.med.unc.edu/cme

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Pulmonary Hypertension: How to Recognize It, How to Treat It

Location: 
Lansing Community Center Lansing, KS
Date: 
Nov 15 2011 (All day)
Description: 

This event will feature top notch education from Kansas University Medical Center's premiere PH physicians, as well as interaction with supplies of the latest equipment for PH patients. Education will also provide a specialized nurses perspective on PH care and will take a look at who are most affected by PH.

For questions regarding this event, contact Linda MowBray at 785-267-6003.

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Pulmonary Vascular Symposium

Location: 
Eric P. Newman Education Center
320 S Euclid Ave
St. Louis, MO 63110
Date: 
Oct 15 2011 - 7:00am - 4:00pm
Intended Audience: 
Physicians and Allied Health Professionals who evaluate and treat patients with pulmonary hypertension and venothrombolic disease, including (but not limited to) General Internists, Family Practitioners/General Practitioners, Pulmonologists, Cardiologists, Rheumatologists, Thoracic Radiologists, Cardio-thoracic Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, Intensivists, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Cardiac Nurses, ICU/Critical Care Nurses.
Description: 

This course is designed to update clinicians and health care providers on upto-date information about pulmonary hypertension and veno-thromboembolic disease. In particular, the course will emphasize proper diagnosis of the aforementioned conditions, which directly leads to more appropriate treatment practice. The course will also highlight the limits community-based practitioners should exercise when managing patients with these conditions and provide guidance for collaborating with tertiary care centers. The symposium will also provide a forum for networking with specialized centers in the region, in an effort to foster collaboration.

By the conclusion of this activity, practitioners should have a better understanding of the types of pulmonary hypertension and when to consider treating with PAH-specific medications. Topics discussed will include: the changing epidemiology of PAH populations and natural history of right heart failure; the latest testing modalities and treatment practices for venothrombolic disease; new and emerging anticoagulation practices.

For more information, visit http://cme.wustl.edu/pulmonary

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Pulmonary Hypertension: An Update on Evaluation and Treatment

Location: 
Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville
4500 San Pablo Road
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Date: 
Aug 27 2011 - 7:30am - 3:30pm
Intended Audience: 
This course is designed for cardiologists, pulmonologists, rheumatologists, critical care, internal medicine, and family medicine physicians who evaluate and manage pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
Description: 

This one day course is designed to improve and update the knowledge of the health care provider for evaluating and managing pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It will enable the clinician to select appropriate diagnostic tests and determine the best treatment option for the patient. In addition, the clinician will understand and appreciate the role of lung transplantation in the management of PAH so patients can be appropriately counseled. Recommendations on appropriate referrals to PAH and Transplant Centers will be discussed. Case studies will be emphasized to illustrate practice principles

Course Learning Objectives
Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

  • Apply evidence-based diagnostic guidelines to make an accurate diagnosis earlier in the course of the disease.
  • Determine which pateints in non-group 1 pulmonary hypertension require specific treatment.
  • Describe and employ guidelines for referral of patients with end-stage liver or severe lung disease for transplant evaluation.
  • Appreciate advances in cardiac imaging for pulmonary hypertension.
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5th Annual Pulmonary Hypertension Symposium

Location: 
New Britain Museum of American Art
56 Lexington Street
New Britain, CT
Date: 
Jun 7 2011 - 7:30am - 4:30pm
Description: 

Pulmonary hypertension affects more than 25 million individuals worldwide and causes premature disability and death for many. The diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary hypertension have advanced dramatically through the development of a clearly defined diagnostic classification, an evidence-based treatment algorithm for adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension using life-saving medications and life-saving surgical procedures.

This course will help licensed care providers to understand the important elements in discerning PAH from other forms of pulmonary hypertension as well as the proper role of acute vasodilator testing in this disorder. It will also explore the special role of resting and exercise echocardiography in the diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension exposing both strengths and pitfalls of this diagnostic tool. It will update care givers on the currently available therapies and their proper use in PAH, and discuss the impact these agents have had on survival in recent years. It will also explore the cognitive impact of PAH as well as the impact on quality-of-life that this devastating disease can have.

Learning Objectives

 Participants who attend this conference will be able to: 

  • Explain why vasodilator testing is of pivotal importance in heritable and idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) but may not play a role in certain associated forms of PAH
  • Discuss the data supporting the role of the nine currently available PAH-specific therapies and review new potential therapies in development
  • Explain the controversy of exercise echocardiography testing to unmask undetected pulmonary hypertension
  • Identify the cognitive impact of PAH and the quality-of-life issues these patients face
  • Discuss what impact the current PAH-specific therapies have had on survival

More information is available at: http://cme.yale.edu/conferences/conference_index.asp?ID=540&linkID=0

 

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7th Annual Pulmonary Hypertension Symposium

Location: 
InterContinental Hotel and Bank of America Conference Center
9801 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
Date: 
Nov 19 2010 - 7:00am - 5:00pm
Intended Audience: 
The Symposioum is intended for physicians, physician assistants, and nurses with an interest in pulmonary disorders, rheumatologic diseases, and/or cardiovascular diseases. The case-based approach of the sessions will also make this extremely relevant for practitioners in internal medicine and primary care.
Description: 

The purpose of the Pulmonary Hypertension Symposium is to provide an overview of the practical issues in the diagnosis, evaluation and management of patients with pulmonary hypertension. Recent advances and future directions of medical care will be discussed in the context of their potential impact and application for clinical practice.

Expert speakers will present the recent advances in the context of challenges faced by physicians and other health care providers caring for these patients. Practical aspects of patient management will be covered using a case-based discussion format.

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8th Annual Update in Pulmonary Hypertension: Tufts University and Medical Center

Location: 
Hyatt Regency Cambridge
575 Memorial Drive
Cambridge, MA 02139-4896
Date: 
Dec 3 2010 (All day)
Intended Audience: 
Physicians, Fellows, Nurses, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants
Description: 

Sponsoring Clinician: Nicholas S. Hill, MD

The goal of this program is to discuss specific recommendations for screening, early detection and diagnosis, medical therapies, surgical interventions, sleep-disordered breathing; and prognosis of PH as noted in current evidence-based guidelines and research. Also to framework the current therapies and recommendations with respect to patient-centered outcomes, such as functional capacity and quality of life indexes.

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Pulmonary Hypertension Updates: 2010

Location: 
Univer. of Louisville Health Sciences Campus, Baxter Auditorium
550 S. Jackson Street ACB A3R40
Louisville, KY 40202
Date: 
Sep 18 2010 (All day)
Description: 
Sponsoring clinician: Jinesh Mehta, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Director, Adult Pulmonary Hypertension Program Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Disorders Medicine
University of Louisvlle School of Medicine

To show clinicians involved in all aspects of care related to PAH how to gain better insights on disease management. Target audience includes pulmonologists, cardiologists, internists, family practice physicians, gastroenterologists, RTs and nurses.

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