September 19-20, 2015 - Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
Course Directors:Merri L. Bremer, Ed.D., R.N., R.D.C.S., F.A.S.E., Barry L. Karon, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.A.S.E.

The course is designed to provide the sonographer with a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of ischemic and myocardial disease. Recent advances in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, Doppler hemodynamics, stress echocardiography, ischemic and cardiomyopathic heart disease will be presented. The lectures will be illustrated with digital image presentations of clinical cases in echocardiography and time has been allowed for participants to ask questions as well as interact closely with the course faculty.

This succinct weekend course is designed so as to not unduly interfere with work schedules and to present the first half of a comprehensive adult echocardiography curriculum. The second half of the curriculum will be presented in Pittsburgh the following year and will focus on valvular disease anatomy and quantitative assessment, prosthetic valve assessment and dysfunction, endocarditis and the remaining aspects of adult echocardiography.

Registration
Registration Fee 2015 course:        $425        
Special Offer:  Reduced rate for 2 programs with 1 time registration.  

Sign-up for 2015 and 2016 programs concurrently for a complete regional program at a reduced rate.  Additional $255 for the 2016 program
    
REGULAR RATE:        REDUCED RATE (20%):
$425 x 2 = 850               $680 for both programs

No refund after Dec. 31, 2015 for the 2016 program.    Cancellation fee is $75 for either 2015/2016 programs.  

Practical Review of Myocardial and Ischemic Disease
September 19-20, 2015

Practical Review of Valvular Heart Disease
September 24-25, 2016

The registration fee includes tuition, electronic course syllabus, continental breakfasts, break refreshments, and lunches. Although it is not Mayo School of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) policy to limit the number of registrants for a course, conference room facilities may necessitate closing of enrollment; therefore, early registration is advised. Enrollment for this program is limited.

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

• Discuss standard echocardiographic methods used to assess ischemic and myocardial disease
• Develop an integrated approach to echocardiographic assessment of systolic and diastolic ventricular function
• Discuss emerging applications of echocardiography

Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Exhibitor Opportunities
This course offers the unique opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services. If you are interested in exhibit space during this course, please contact Charlene Tri.