Hoag 2024 Vascular Imaging Symposium

Saturday, November 2, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach, CA


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (7.00 hours), SVU: Accepted Continuing Education Evaluation Model System (6.50 hours)

The program will highlight best practices in vascular disease care for vascular lab physicians and technologist. Faculty from a multidisciplinary team will explore current practices as well as provide cutting edge information such as future trends that will lead to enhanced patient care and improved diagnosis for patients with vascular disease.

1. Identify different types of hemodialysis access, describe normal and abnormal ultrasound findings in dialysis fistulas and grafts, and apply effective protocols and criteria to produce quality studies.
2. Describe the entity of portal hypertension and its complications concerning utility of TIPS management and complications.
3. Explain how vascular ultrasound can diagnose cardiac conditions, estimate fluid overload, and guide therapeutic interventions.
4. Review anatomy and discuss aortic pathology and discuss when to screen for AAA and when to treat.
5. Review rationale for developing standardized diagnostic criteria for internal carotid artery stenosis.
6. Define extracranial anatomy and discuss an overview of carotid artery pathology and management options.
7. Review case examples of pathology, proper imaging techniques, and treatment options for venous excess (VExUS), pseudoaneurysm by bullet, assessment of a popliteal mass, hemodialysis without GPS, ulnar artery aneurysm, left popliteal venous arterialization bypass, and assessment of retrograde flow in the PCA.
8. Explain the mechanism of antibody-mediated thrombophilia, including lab testing and interpretation, and describe the role of imaging and therapeutic approaches.
9. Describe clinical implications of deep venous thrombosis in the acute and chronic stages, including the indications for interventional treatment as well as expected outcomes.
10. Describe clinical utility of MCA Doppler from fetus to adult and review case examples of versatility MCA Doppler and utilizing for assessment of fetal anemia, intrauterine growth restriction, pediatric assessment of sickle cell anemia, adult assessment for micro emboli in patients with cryptogenic stroke and vasospasm.
11. List reasons for the new treatment for CLI and describe steps for treatment and how follow-up works.
12. Identify the basics of venous anatomy and hemodynamics and assess duplex ultrasound findings in relation to clinical symptoms.
13. Identify current challenges faced by sonographers in imaging venous system pathologies and clinical relevance for demonstrating how accurate imaging by sonographers impacts timely diagnosis and patient outcomes.
14. Recognize the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals to optimize patient pathways.
15. Apply technical and ergonomic strategies for imaging the central and lower extremity venous system.

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian designated this Live Activity educational activity for the maximum of 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM. Physicians Should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This credit can apply to the CMA Certification of Continuing Medical Education.

 

Cancellation Policy

Written cancellations will be accepted until October 25, 2024. No refunds will be given for cancellations after October 25, 2024. No refunds will be given for no-shows. 3% Administration fee will apply to all canceled registrations. Cancellations should be submitted to [email protected] 

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

This 2024 Vascular Imaging Symposium will be held at The Waterfront Hilton Beach Resort located in Huntington Beach. The oceanfront hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Pacific City and Huntington Beach Pier, offering many shopping and restaurant options. The Waterfront Hilton Beach Resort is conveniently located one hour from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and just minutes away from John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA). A room block has been secured for this meeting through Friday, October 11, 2024, after which the room block will be released. Room block rates for this event begin at $345.00 + resort fees and taxes, per evening. Overnight guest parking is available for $30 per vehicle and daily parking is $15 per vehicle. To make a room reservation, call 714-845-8000 and ask for the 2024 Hoag Vascular Imaging Symposium. Rooms are based on availability and subject to being sold out.

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Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Continuing Medical Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Saturday, November 2, 2024

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