WashU Cardiology Forum: Educate. Innovate. Collaborate.

Event information

The Wash U Cardiology Forum is planned and implemented interprofessionally by cardiologists, advanced cardiology practice providers, and pharmacists. 

The activity is designed for cardiologists, advanced practice providers and primary care physicians with an interest in cardiology. 

 This forum will provide education through lectures, case presentations, panel discussions, interactive sessions and open discussions.   This activity will highlight best practices across multiple areas in cardiology including electrophysiology, coronary artery disease, heart failure, global health, valvular heart disease, prevention, cardio obstetrics, adult congenital heart disease, global health and innovations.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe evidence-based strategies for the prevention of heart disease, including hypertension and lipid management, and evaluate the appropriate use of non-statin therapies in patients at risk for cardiovascular events. 

2. Explain the role of coronary tomography angiography (CCTA) in the screening and risk assessment of coronary heart disease. 

3. Describe how imaging guidance is used to optimize percutaneous revascularization in patients with coronary heart disease, including selection of lesions and assessment of procedural outcomes.

4. Explain emerging therapeutic strategies, including GLP-1 receptor agonists and other novel agents, for managing cardiometabolic disease in patients with heart failure to improve clinical outcomes.  

5. Evaluate current evidence and guideline recommendations regarding the timing of intervention for aortic stenosis, including considerations for treating patients before the onset of symptoms. 

6. Describe the indications, types and clinical applications of mechanical circulatory support in critically ill cardiac patients to improve hemodynamic stability and outcomes. 

7. Summarize essential knowledge about the diagnosis, management, and long-term care considerations of adults and children with congenital heart disease for all healthcare providers. 

8. Evaluate the clinical indications, benefits, and limitations of left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) devices to determine which patients are most likely to benefit from this therapy.

9. Describe recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of transthyretin (ATTR) cardiac amyloidosis and apply strategies to optimize patient care and outcomes.

10. Describe current applications of artificial intelligence in healthcare, including cardiovascular care, and evaluate its potential to enhance clinical decision-making, workflow efficiency, and patient outcomes. 

Andrew Kates, MD, FACC

Joshua Mitchell, MD, MSCI, FACC, FIC-OS

Amy Mueller, MSN, ANP-BC

Accreditation & Credit Designation

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Meeting Achievements and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the health care team

American Medical Association (AMA)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.25 ANCC contact hours.

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
This activity is approved for a maximum of 7.25 knowledge-based contact hours (.725 CEUs) in states that recognize ACPE. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Unique Universal Activity Number JA0000340-9999-26-009-L01-P.To be awarded credit, attendees must sign in; provide their NABP ePID number and date of birth.

Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE)
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 7.25 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.