Interventional Cardiology Course
December 11–15, 2024
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The Interventional Cardiology Course will showcase state-of-the-art procedural techniques, advanced technologies, and contemporary evidence, presented almost exclusively in a case-based format. National and international faculty, renowned for their expertise in complex interventions, have collaborated to design a comprehensive coronary track that will enhance your skills and procedural knowledge across the full spectrum of interventional cardiology.
Topics will cover managing complications, high-risk and complex coronary revascularization, including the treatment of heavily calcified lesions, chronic total occlusions, left main and bifurcation disease, hemodynamic support/shock, intravascular imaging, hemodynamic coronary evaluation, and more. The curriculum also includes focused content on peripheral and structural heart disease, specifically tailored to the needs of practicing interventionalists. Additionally, there will be dedicated sessions on practice building, jobs and contracts, and managing occupational hazards.
Small group sessions, networking events, and satellite programs in partnership with industry will help you hone your interventional expertise and expand your professional network. Leaders in the field will impart practical, real-world knowledge to set your career on a path to success while introducing you to the SCAI community, which will support you throughout your careers as interventional cardiologists.
Chad Kliger, MD, FSCAI
Program Chair
Applications for this course will close on November 5, 2024, or when it is full.
Program Overview
The SCAI Fellows Interventional Cardiology Course provides a comprehensive educational experience designed to equip fellows with advanced skills and knowledge essential for their careers. Through didactic sessions, hands-on workshops, and case-based discussions, attendees will explore cutting-edge topics such as complex PCI techniques, intravascular imaging, large bore access, and the management of challenging lesions, including left main and CTO cases. Fellows will gain proficiency in utilizing tools like IVUS and OCT, understanding drug-coated balloons, and navigating clinical dilemmas in PCI. This course aims to enhance procedural expertise and decision-making abilities, preparing fellows to tackle diverse clinical scenarios effectively.
Through access to experienced SCAI leaders, collaboration with industry supporters, and interaction with your peers, the SCAI Fellows Interventional Cardiology Course will enable you to:
- Master techniques for complex PCI, including lesion assessment and procedural planning.
- Utilize intravascular imaging (IVUS, OCT) and hemodynamic coronary assessments (FFR, iFR, AngioFFR, FFR CT) to optimize PCI outcomes.
- Implement strategies for managing calcified lesions using atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy techniques.
- Understand the application of drug-coated balloons in coronary interventions.
- Demonstrate proficiency in large bore access techniques for high-risk PCI cases.
- Identify and manage cardiogenic shock in the catheterization laboratory.
- Discuss and apply clinical guidelines and evidence-based practices in PCI.
- Evaluate and manage complications related to PCI procedures.
- Develop skills in interdisciplinary collaboration for hybrid and complex interventions.
- Understand and manage peripheral and structural heart interventions tailored to coronary interventionalists.
Eligibility
If you are currently in an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) interventional cardiology fellowship program in the US or Canada and have not previously attended this SCAI Fellows Course, you are eligible for the SCAI Fellows Interventional Cardiology Course.
Scholarship Details
All accepted participants will receive:
- Complimentary registration for the SCAI Fellows Interventional Cardiology Course
- Reimbursed hotel accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Miami for four nights (December 11–15)
- Reimbursed ground transportation up to $250 (home to airport, airport to hotel, and vice versa only) for attendees coming from the US or Canada.
- For attendees coming from the US or Canada, reimbursed coach airfare to and from Miami up to $750 (restrictions apply; the full travel policy will be provided upon acceptance)
Full participation is required for 100 percent reimbursement. All attendees must:
- Arrive at the hotel before the first session beginning at 6:45 pm on Wednesday, December 11
- Make flight arrangements that depart after the final session ending at 12:30 pm on Sunday, December 15
- Participate in all sessions, including the exhibit hall tour and satellite meal functions
Required Documentation
- A signed letter from your program director stating the dates of your fellowship
- A copy of your curriculum vitae (CV)
Your application will be reviewed, and you will be notified within two weeks of the status of your application.
International Attendees
SCAI is excited to welcome international fellows to the SCAI 2024 Fellows Courses. We set aside a specific number of scholarships for our Interventional Course and Congenital Heart Disease Course for attendees outside of the US and Canada. These scholarships are distributed among SCAI’s international societal partners, who, in turn, select the fellows. Please contact your local society for details.
International fellows may apply for the congenital course; however, preference is given to those training in the US. International fellows will not be accepted for the Advanced Courses. If you have additional questions, please contact Liz Burke.
The deadline to have a Real ID is May 7, 2025. Your driver's license or state-issued ID may not be accepted when flying domestically.
Federal officials will let Real ID applicants submit the required documents electronically to help states meet the May 7 deadline. For more information, go to: www.dhs.gov/real-id
December 11–15, 2024
Miami, FL