American College of Cardiology

  
 
 

ACC ’05 is “Bridging Science and Practice” with cutting edge science and educational sessions offering key clinical applications. You’ll find content in a variety of formats to suit your needs:

 Spotlight Sessions
 Meet the Experts Sessions
 Brown-Bag Breakfasts and Lunches
 Scientific Symposia
 Abstract Presentations
 Featured Oral Abstracts
 Featured Poster Sessions

 ACC '05 Session Recordings

Plus, you’ll enjoy Joint Sessions with the Association of Black Cardiologists, the European Society of Cardiology, and the InterAmerican/Spanish Society of Cardiology, as well as key lectures presented by luminaries throughout the meeting.

Spotlight Sessions

Vascular, Hypertension, and Prevention Spotlight (VHP)
Co-sponsor: Society for Vascular Medicine and Biology

 a practical overview of the metabolic syndrome
 an assessment of the heterogeneity of arterial circulations

Clinical Cardiology Spotlight (ClinCard)

 methods for evaluating and treating common and challenging CV conditions
 debate on current areas of controversy

Nuclear Cardiology Spotlight
Co-sponsor: American Society of Nuclear Cardiology

 information on developing and maintaining a high-quality imaging practice
 guidance on improving interpretive skills

Echocardiography Spotlight
Co-sponsor: American Society of Echocardiography

 coverage of systolic and diastolic ventricular function, valvular stenosis and regurgitation, prosthetic valve function, stress echo, right heart diseases, resynchronization therapy, 3-D echo, and contrast echo

Electrophysiology Spotlight
Co-sponsor: Heart Rhythm Society

 the role of resynchronization therapy for congestive heart failure
 the latest mapping and ablation techniques for a-fib, ventricular tachycardia

Interventional Spotlight (ACCIS)
Co-sponsor: Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions

 international perspectives on procedures and devices
 advice on appropriate diagnoses and interventions

CT/MRI Spotlight
Co-sponsor: Society of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance

 strengths, limitations and practical applications of cardiac CT and MRI
 a comprehensive overview of cardiac CT/MRI, including future developments

Implemeting Best Practices of Successful Cardiology Groups
Presented by: Medical Group Management Association

 profitability and cost management, as well as accounts receivable and collections
 productivity, capacity and staffing

ACC '05 Session Recordings

Special pre-meeting discounts now available of select ACC '05 sessions on MP3 CD-ROM audio format and audio cassette tapes! Click here to learn more.