Overview
This half day symposium will review the latest in the diagnosis and management of advanced heart failure. A special emphasis will be given to special conditions such as infiltrative cardiomyopathies, pulmonary hypertension and genetic conditions. It will also provide an overview of modalities for treating end-stage advanced heart failure such as mechanical circulatory support and heart transplantation. Integration of palliative care will also be discussed. Learn more or register.

Course Co-Directors: Samer Najjar, MD and Mark Hofmeyer, MD

Objectives
   1. Implement the most recent ACC/AHA guidelines in the diagnosis and management of heart failure.
   2. Recognize special conditions in patients with heart failure including infiltrative cardiomyopathies and pulmonary hypertension.
   3. Identify when to refer patients for specialized diagnostics, including advanced multi-modality imaging and genetic testing, and referral to advanced heart failure specialists and palliative care providers.
   4. Describe the most current modalities for treating end stage heart failure including left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) and heart transplant

MedStar Health designates the live activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Registration
REGISTRATION AS OF SEPTEMBER 1:
  Physician: $75
  Resident/Fellow: Complimentary
  Physician Assistant:$40
  Nurse Practitioner: $40
  Nurse: $40
  Allied Health Professional: $40