<![CDATA[ÖÐÎÄÎÞÂë Courses]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/ <![CDATA[Applications of Cardiac PET ]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/applications-of-cardiac-pet In this CME, Jason R. Stuck, MD, FACC, CBNC, discusses the introduction to cardiac stress testing in general, recognize why to choose Cardiac PET stress testing over alternative stress test options, identify information obtained with Cardiac PET stress testing beyond perfusion images, explain Cardiac PET stress testing versus traditional Cardiac SPECT stress testing, and utilizing Cardiac PET beyond perfusion imaging. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/applications-of-cardiac-pet Fri, 03 May 2024 09:44:51 EST <![CDATA[Percutaneous Valve Treatment in 2023]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/percutaneous-valve-treatment-in-2023 In this CME, Jeffery A. Fowler, DO, FACC, FSCAI, discusses how to evaluate percutaneous aortic valve interventions, reviews percutaneous mitral valve interventions, and describes percutaneous tricuspid valve interventions. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/percutaneous-valve-treatment-in-2023 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:32:27 EST <![CDATA[Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs): Everything You Ever Wanted to Know]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/direct-oral-anticoagulants-doacs-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know In this CME, Craig Seaman discusses how to know the indications for and dosing of DOACs in venous thromboembolism, describe the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of DOACs and recognize the effects of drug interactions on DOACs, identify the role of laboratory monitoring with DOACs ,  know how to perform anticoagulation conversion and manage periprocedural anticoagulation with DOACs, and describe the role of DOAC use in special populations (unusual sites of venous thromboembolism, thrombophilias, cancer, women, and obesity. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/direct-oral-anticoagulants-doacs-everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:31:06 EST <![CDATA[Management for Acute Aortic Dissection: The Pittsburgh Paradigm]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/management-for-acute-aortic-dissection-the-pittsburgh-paradigm In this CME, Ibrahim Sultan, MD, FACS, FACC, discusses how to implement guideline-based management of acute aortic dissection to the loco-regional experience, identifies operative techniques of managing acute aortic dissection, and reviews gaps in knowledge to further outcomes research in acute aortic dissection. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/management-for-acute-aortic-dissection-the-pittsburgh-paradigm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:24:34 EST <![CDATA[Aortic Aneurysms in Pregnancy: Special Considerations]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/aortic-aneurysms-in-pregnancy-special-considerations In this CME, Kathryn Berlacher, MD, MS, FACC, recalls appropriate imaging modalities to use in pregnancy, discusses the period of time that is highest risk for pregnant patients with aortopathy, and more. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/aortic-aneurysms-in-pregnancy-special-considerations Wed, 30 Aug 2023 08:43:18 EST <![CDATA[Cardiothoracic Surgery Update - Summer 2023 ]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/cardiothoracic-surgery-update-summer-2023 In this CME, members of our faculty discuss a range of topics including how to recognize the benefits of robotic bronchoscopy as part of the thoracic surgeon’s armamentarium, the basics of the Nuss procedure with a patient, and why patients with COVID-associated lung failure can be very debilitated at the time of lung transplant and how they have fared after double lung transplant. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/cardiothoracic-surgery-update-summer-2023 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:29:50 EST <![CDATA[War on Shock: Updates in Pathophysiology and Management in Cardiogenic Shock]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/war-on-shock-updates-in-pathophysiology-and-management-in-cardiogenic-shock In this CME, Gavin Hickey, MD, and David Kaczorowski, MD, discuss how to identify cardiogenic shock using improved diagnostic skills so that appropriate preventive care can be implemented and more. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/war-on-shock-updates-in-pathophysiology-and-management-in-cardiogenic-shock Thu, 22 Dec 2022 11:07:07 EST <![CDATA[Robotically Assisted Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/robotically-assisted-coronary-artery-bypass-grafting In this CME, Johannes Bonatti, MD, discusses the importance of closely following recommended processes and procedures for robotically assisted CABG surgeries in order to improve patient outcomes from surgical intervention and more. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/robotically-assisted-coronary-artery-bypass-grafting Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:07:04 EST <![CDATA[Marathon, Not a Sprint: A Review of the Heart Transplant Journey]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/marathon-not-a-sprint-a-review-of-the-heart-transplant-journey In this presentation, Mary E. Keebler, MD, describes the implementation of care processes and outcomes for heart transplant patients, as well as the impact of the 2018 heart allocation changes. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/marathon-not-a-sprint-a-review-of-the-heart-transplant-journey Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:28:41 EST <![CDATA[Mitral Valve Anatomy and Echo Evaluation of Mitral Regurgitation]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/mitral-valve-anatomy-and-echo-evaluation-of-mitral-regurgitation In this presentation, William E Katz, MD, FACC, FASE, discusses the anatomy of the mitral valve, mitral valve regurgitation pathologies, implementing mitral valve quantitation, and the use of imaging to choose and guide therapy. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/mitral-valve-anatomy-and-echo-evaluation-of-mitral-regurgitation Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:30:14 EST <![CDATA[Diagnostic Testing In Coronary Artery Disease]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/diagnostic-testing-in-coronary-artery-disease In this CME, Marcio Sommer Bittencourt, MD, PhD, MPH, discusses the pathophysiology of coronary artery disease and the best practices, appropriate testing, and how to explain the exercise stress tests, which patients it is appropriate for, its risks, and its outcomes. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/diagnostic-testing-in-coronary-artery-disease Fri, 24 Jun 2022 09:45:54 EST <![CDATA[Bridging the Gap: Caring for Women With Hypertension Disorders of Pregnancy Across the Lifespan]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/bridging-the-gap-caring-for-women-with-hypertension-disorders-of-pregnancy-across-the-lifespan In this presentation, Malamo Countouris, MD, describes hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, as well as their link to future cardiovascular disease. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/bridging-the-gap-caring-for-women-with-hypertension-disorders-of-pregnancy-across-the-lifespan Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:08:38 EST <![CDATA[Cardio-Oncology: Screening & Surveillance]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/cardio-oncology-screening-and-surveillance In this presentation, Matthew Harinstein, MD, MBA, FACC, discusses screening and surveillance techniques to improve long-term management of cardio-oncology patients. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/cardio-oncology-screening-and-surveillance Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:15:27 EST <![CDATA[Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD)]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/spontaneous-coronary-artery-dissection-scad In this presentation, Katie Berlacher, MD, MS, FACC, and Agnes Koczo, MD, discuss the diagnosis of SCAD, and list the risk factors and clinical features associated with SCAD while managing long-term patient care. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/spontaneous-coronary-artery-dissection-scad Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:40:54 EST <![CDATA[Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Octogenarians and Nonagenarians]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/percutaneous-coronary-intervention-in-octogenarians-and-nonagenarians In this presentation, Krishna V. Tummalapalli, MD, discusses the unique modern characteristics, risk factors, and time constraints for percutaneous coronary intervention among individuals over 80 years old. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/percutaneous-coronary-intervention-in-octogenarians-and-nonagenarians Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:44:59 EST <![CDATA[The Revolution in the Management of Aortic Stenosis]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/the-revolution-in-the-management-of-aortic-stenosis In this presentation, Ibrahim Sultan, MD, FACS, FACC, and Dustin Kliner, MD, discuss improving patient outcomes by developing a lifetime management strategy for patients with aortic stenosis with real-world expectations. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/the-revolution-in-the-management-of-aortic-stenosis Sun, 17 Apr 2022 20:21:56 EST <![CDATA[Do Implantable Defibrillators Still Save Lives?]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/do-implantable-defibrillators-still-save-lives In this presentation, Samir Saba, MD, discusses the process of patient selection for ICD device therapy, which involves understanding contraindications, impact of co-morbidities, and risks. He also describes the data and literature in the differences in results from ICD therapy vs. guideline directed medical therapy for patients at risk for sudden cardiac death. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/do-implantable-defibrillators-still-save-lives Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:14:14 EST <![CDATA[ Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Approaches]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/surgery/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/transcatheter-tricuspid-valve-approaches In this presentation, Hemal Gada, MD, MBA, explains how to improve diagnostic skills by identifying the tricuspid valve lesion classification associated with regurgitation. He also discusses how to design an appropriate approach for each patient and how to determine which patients are better candidates for replacement, angioplasty, or edge-to-edge repair. http://www.broadcastmed.com/surgery/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/transcatheter-tricuspid-valve-approaches Wed, 01 Dec 2021 15:49:52 EST <![CDATA[Robotic-Assisted Mitral Valve Repair]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/robotic-assisted-mitral-valve-repair In this presentation, Johannes Bonatti, MD, FETCS, describes the benefits of utilizing robotic-assisted surgery when performing a mitral valve repair. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/robotic-assisted-mitral-valve-repair Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:38:24 EST <![CDATA[Contemporary Management of Atrial Fibrillation: Rate vs. Rhythm Control]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/contemporary-management-of-atrial-fibrillation-rate-vs-rhythm-control In this CME, Sandeep K. Jain, MD, discusses contemporary management of Atrial Fibrillation: Rate vs. Rhythm Control. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/contemporary-management-of-atrial-fibrillation-rate-vs-rhythm-control Mon, 20 Sep 2021 16:56:32 EST <![CDATA[Advanced Heart Failure and VADs in the Community ]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/advanced-heart-failure-and-vads-in-the-community Gavin Hickey, MD, explains the epidemiology of advanced heart failure and presents patient cases. Dr. Hickey also reviews the current state of advanced heart failure in the community. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/4236/specialties/heart-and-vascular/advanced-heart-failure-and-vads-in-the-community Wed, 26 May 2021 17:10:29 EST <![CDATA[EMS CEU: Left Ventricular Assist Device Emergency Management]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/5730/courses/ems-ceu-left-ventricular-assist-device-emergency-management This course familiarizes EMS/EMT and emergency personnel with the equipment related to LVAD therapy and explains potential causes of alarms and how to recognize high versus low priority issues. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/5730/courses/ems-ceu-left-ventricular-assist-device-emergency-management Thu, 21 Dec 2017 14:33:15 EST <![CDATA[Contemporary Management of Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/neurology/7868/courses/contemporary-management-of-asymptomatic-carotid-stenosis Contemporary Management of Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis http://www.broadcastmed.com/neurology/7868/courses/contemporary-management-of-asymptomatic-carotid-stenosis Mon, 01 Aug 2016 14:26:28 EST <![CDATA[EMS CEU: How to Know When It Isn't a STEMI]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/5730/specialties/trauma/ems-ceu-how-to-know-when-it-isn-t-a-stemi This course reviews the latest ACC/AHA criteria for STEMI, and provides several examples of ECG’s that are strongly suggestive of coronary occlusion/myocardial ischemia. Presented by Jeff Siegler, MD, EMT-P http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/5730/specialties/trauma/ems-ceu-how-to-know-when-it-isn-t-a-stemi Tue, 22 Sep 2015 14:25:21 EST <![CDATA[Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation – Update for 2013]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/catheter-ablation-of-atrial-fibrillation-update-for-2013 Conor Barrett, MD, Director of the Al-Sabah Arrhythmia Institute at St. Luke’s Hospital, discusses the latest techniques and treatments for cardiac arrhythmias http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/catheter-ablation-of-atrial-fibrillation-update-for-2013 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 16:47:03 EST <![CDATA[Carotid Intervention: State-of-the-art]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/carotid-intervention-state-of-the-art Watch Dr. Gary Roubin, interventional cardiologist in NYC, present on state-of-the-art non-surgical carotid intervention. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/carotid-intervention-state-of-the-art Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:23:57 EST <![CDATA[Update on Hypertension]]> http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/update-on-hypertension Watch Dr. Franz Messerli, Director of the Hypertension Program at St. Luke's and Roosevelt Hospitals in NYC, present on current updates in hypertension therapy. http://www.broadcastmed.com/cardiology/3593/specialties/heart-heart-surgery-and-vascular/update-on-hypertension Thu, 04 Apr 2013 15:28:24 EST