2009 Foundations for Practice
Excellence:
Core Curriculum for the Cardiovascular Clinician
Co-sponsored
by: 
Program Directors: Eileen M. Handberg, PhD, ARNP, BC, FAHA, FACC
and Joseph S. Alpert, MD, FACC
October 22
- 25, 2009
Heart House
Washington, DC
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Learning Pathway: General Cardiology: Hypertension,
Lipids and Prevention; Lifelong Learning/Maintenance of Certification
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PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
Statement of Need
The need for highly trained cardiovascular clinicians is
greater than ever as the number of patients with cardiovascular
disease continues to rise at a rapid rate. Given the critical role
of cardiology care team practitioners, educational programs that
offer clinical competencies in pathophysiology and the diagnosis
and treatment of cardiovascular disease are urgently needed. Foundations
for Practice Excellence: Core Curriculum for the Cardiovascular
Clinician helps meet this need by providing cardiac care team members
with the knowledge and skills needed to continue to provide high-quality
care to their cardiovascular patients.
Overview
Through case studies of evidence-based practice guidelines, this
comprehensive and interactive program will address key topics in
cardiology. This program will include numerous hands-on activities
such as 12-lead ECG interpretation, heart sound recognition and
chest x-ray interpretation. Plus take advantage of opportunities
to network with your colleagues and expert faculty.
Learner Objectives
The overall goal of this program is to enhance competency and performance
among clinicians who treat patients with cardiovascular disease.
Upon completion of this program, attendees should be able to –
- Translate evidence-based medicine and clinical trial data into
the evaluation and management of the patient with acute and chronic
cardiovascular disease (CVD)
- Explain the importance of active differential diagnosis and
pathophysiologic analysis while obtaining medical history
- Analyze and critique the importance of clinical examination
skills to meet the needs of CVD patients
- Summarize strategies for the management of the patients with
an implantable device
- Improve clinical decision-making skills related to the management
of patients with congenital heart disease
- Identify and compare current approaches for the patient at
risk for coronary artery disease
- Determine the optimal treatment and management options for patients
experiencing arrhythmias, based on current ACC/AHA guidelines
- Demonstrate proficiency in interpretation of 12-lead ECGs,
chest x-rays and heart sound assessment
FACULTY
Program Directors
Eileen M. Handberg, PhD, ARNP, BC, FAHA,
FACC
Research Associate Professor of Medicine
Director, Clinical Programs
Program Director
Florida CARES Division of Cardiovascular Medicine
Gainesville, FL
Joseph S. Alpert, MD, FACC
Professor of Medicine
Head, Department of Medicine
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Tucson, AZ
Nurse Planner/Content Expert
Christina A. Chadwick, RN, MSN
Associate Director, CE Compliance and Accreditation
American College of Cardiology
Washington, DC
Invited Faculty
R. David Anderson, MD, MS, FACC, FSCAI
Associate Professor of Medicine
Director of Interventional Cardiology
Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
University of Florida, Health Science Center
Gainesville, FL
Cynthia J. Bither, RN, MSN, ANP-C, ACNP-C
Heart Failure and Heart Transplant NP
Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
Alfred A. Bove, MD, PhD, FACC
President
American College of Cardiology
Professor of Medicine (Emeritus)
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD, ANP
Bethesda, MD
Mark J. Callahan, MD, FACC
Cardiologist
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
Kathy Cazares, PharmD
Walter Reed Army Hospital
Washington, DC
Melanie T. Gura, RN, MSN, CNS, CCDS, FHRS, FAHA
Director, Pacemaker and Arrhythmia Services
Northeast Ohio Cardiovascular Specialists
Hudson, OH
Suzanne J. Hughes, MSN, RN
Director, Health Education and Nursing Research
Robinson Memorial Hospital
Ravenna, OH
Colonel Carol W. Labadie, PharmD
U.S. Army Pharmacy Consultant
Walter Reed Army Hospital
Washington, DC
William R. Lewis, MD, FACC
Chief, Clinical Cardiology
MetroHealth Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
Jane A. Linderbaum, MS, FNP
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Director of Cardiovascular Hospital Practice
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
Janet B. Long, MSN, ACNP, CLS, FAHA
Nurse Practitioner
Rhode Island Cardiology Center
Providence, RI
Michelle J. Nickolaus, MSN, CRNP
Instructor of Medicine/Cardiology
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA
Patrick T. O’Gara, MD, FACC
Associate Professor of Medicine
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Boston, MA
Suzanne J. Wingate, PhD, RN, CRNP
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States
Gaithersburg, MD
DISCLOSURES
ACCF faculty, committee members, staff and other
individuals who are in a position to control the content of this
activity are required to disclose all real or apparent conflicts
of interest. 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. ACCF staff involved with
this program have nothing to disclose. Refer to the links below
for committee members and faculty disclosures
ACC
Live Programs Committee (2007-2010) disclosures
Core
Curriculum Faculty Disclosures
LEARNER BILL OF RIGHTS
Learner
Bill of Rights.
AGENDA
Click
here for agenda.
TARGET
AUDIENCE
This program is intended for advanced nurse practitioners,
clinical nurse specialists, cardiovascular nurses and physician
assistants.
ACCREDITATION
Nurses
The American College of Cardiology is accredited as a provider of
continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center Commission on Accreditation.
The American College of Cardiology Foundation designates this educational
activity for a maximum of 27 continuing education hours. Each attendee
should only claim contact hours for those sessions which were successfully
completed. An activity is successfully completed when the attendee
participates in a session in its entirety and completes the evaluation
tool. Contact hours will be awarded in amounts equal to the time
associated with the session successfully completed.
 The
American College of Cardiology is pleased to announce that the 2009
Foundations in Excellence: A Core Curriculum for the Cardiovascular
Practitioner course is an ANCC Accredited Nursing Skills Competency
Program. Information for requirements for successful completion
will be distributed at the program.
 Physician’s
Assistant
This program has been reviewed and is approved for a maximum of
26 hours of AAPA Category I CME credit by the Physician Assistant
Review Panel. Physician assistants should claim only those hours
actually spent participating in the CME activity. This program was
planned in accordance with AAPA’s CME Standards for Live Programs
and for Commercial Support of Live Programs.
While offering credits noted above, the program is not intended
to provide extensive training or certification in the field.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Location
All sessions will be held at the Heart House, 2400 N. Street NW,
Washington, DC. The meeting site telephone number is (800) 253-4636.
Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Farimont Washington. To
reserve your room at the Fairmont
Washington, please call (800) 441-1414. Identify yourself as
a participant in the American College of Cardiology Foundation program
– Core Curriculum.
Room Rates
The room rate for the Washington DC is $179 plus 14.5% state tax
per night. ACC room block is scheduled to be held until September
28, 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.
Local Parking Information
THURSDAY and FRIDAY:
The nearest offsite parking garage is located at 2300 N Street,
NW. The garage is managed by Colonial Parking. The garage is open
Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. The first hour is
$8 and the daily rate is $16. For more information please call (202)
295-8122.
Another parking garage is located at 2201 N Street, NW, approximately
1.5 blocks away from Heart House. The garage is managed by Marc
Parc. The daily rate is $13. For more information please call (202)
464-2900.
SATURDAY and SUNDAY:
Most public garages are CLOSED on the weekends. There is street
parking available around Heart House. If a garage is required, The
Fairmont Hotel (2401 M Street NW) allows non-guests to park in their
garage. The daily rate is $30. For more information please call
(202) 429-2400.
Air Fare
The ACC has arranged air travel discounts through United,
United Express, TED by United, US Airways, US Airways Express, Air
Canada, and Lufthansa Airlines. Please use the meeting codes below
to get special fares. For reservations within the U.S. or Canada,
contact United Meetings Plus reservations service at (800) 521-4041.
Domestic Travelers Meeting Code: 577PT
International Travelers Meeting Code: 577PT
International travelers: percentage discount off published fares
for qualifying travel. Contact local reservations offices in Argentina,
Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Costa Rica, El Salvador, France, Germany,
Guatemala, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea/Seoul, Mexico, Netherlands, People’s
Republic of China, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand/Bangkok,
United Kingdom, Uruguay, and Vietnam.
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Tuition
The registration tuition includes continental breakfasts, refreshment
breaks, lunches and the syllabus.
Cancellations
Cancellation, substitution or transfer to another course is allowed
if written notification is received before November 20, 2009. A
refund minus a $50 USD administrative fee will be given for written
notifications received on/before November 20, 2009; $100 USD for
written notifications received after November 20th. No refund will
be given for no-shows.
In the unlikely event that the program 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 programs in the unlikely event
of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If
a program 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 program are subject to change without notice.
Accredited status does not imply endorsement by the ACCF of any
commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
The views expressed in this program are those of the individual
speaker and do not necessarily reflect the views of the ACCF.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Major program support provided by the following:
This activity was supported by an independent medical education
grant from the Bristol-Myers Squibb/Sanofi Pharmaceuticals Partnership.
The Anticoagulation Management - Home-based or Clinic-based:
Options for Management session is supported by an educational
grant from Ortho-McNeil, Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals,
Inc., administered by Ortho-McNeil Janssen Scientific Affairs.
Appreciation is expressed to the following company for its general
support of ACCF’s 2009 Educational Programming:
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 program.
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