The Liverpool Live Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) Course

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1 The Liverpool Live Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) Course Hilton Hotel, Liverpool 19th 20th September 2011 Course Organiser: Dr Archana Rao, Consultant Cardiologist, The Live CRT course is targeted at advanced device trainees, consultants, senior cardiac physiologists and specialist arrhythmia nurses. It is intended to provide cardiology trainees and related health care professionals with a strong introduction to advanced device therapy by covering core knowledge elements of the national curriculum with particular emphasis on cardiac resynchronisation therapy. Sponsored by unrestricted educational grants from

2 Invitation We are pleased to invite you to the Liverpool Live CRT course. This BCS approved course is targeted at consultants, advanced device trainees, senior cardiac physiologists and specialist arrhythmia nurses. It is intended to provide cardiology trainees and related health care professionals with a strong introduction to advanced device therapy by covering core knowledge elements of the national curriculum with particular emphasis on cardiac resynchronisation therapy. This will be achieved by a combination of 3 live cases run by a distinguished faculty and interactive discussion on important aspects of CRT. To this effect, you are welcome to bring along an interesting case for discussion. Topics covered will include: Live case CRT-P/ CRT-D implants Pre-recorded cases to illustrate specific issues, for the more advanced implanters Basic programming post implant to maximise response Technology update and overview of specific features to increase CRT delivery Anatomy of the coronary sinus The role of optimisation of CRT devices Alternative approaches to LV lead placement By the end of the course, attendees should have an understanding of: 1. Device indications and patient - tailored device choice 2. Implant techniques including access, lead positioning and cardiac vein choices 3. Troubleshooting and decision making during the implant procedure 4. Appropriate device programming and need for optimisation in selected cases 5. Alternative techniques including epicardial lead placement Faculty Course Organiser: Archana Rao: Consultant (Devices and Heart Failure) Faculty: Adrian Chenzbraun: Consultant Cardiologist (Imaging) Royal Liverpool Hospital Mark Hall: Consultant (Electrophysiology and Devices) Sue Hughes: Clinical Physiologist Jasveer Mangat: Paediatric Electrophysiologist Alder Hey Children s Hospital Adrian Morley-Davies: Consultant (Electrophysiology and Devices) University Hospital of North Staffordshire Aung Oo: Consultant Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon Alison Seed: Consultant (Devices and Heart Failure) Blackpool Victoria Hospital Binukrishnan Sukumaran: Consultant Radiologist Derick Todd: Consultant (Electrophysiology and Devices) Jay Wright: Consultant (Devices and Heart Failure) Amir Zaidi: Consultant (Devices and Heart Failure) Manchester Royal Infirmary

3 Live CRT Course (Liverpool 2011) Monday 19th September 10:30 am - 5:00pm Tuesday 20th September 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Live Cases (Day 1) Monday 19th September Introduction: Archie Rao Meet the patients and decide therapy: Patient, Device and Lead selection Live Case implants: Moderators: Points of discussion: Amir Zaidi/ Mark Hall Archie Rao/Adrian Morley-Davies Jay Wright/Alison Seed 1. Access - SCV /Axillary/ Cephalic 2. Catheter selection for CS cannulation 3. CS anatomy 4. Target vessels 5. Lead selection 6. DFT vs No DFT Post implant programming recommendation Special algorithms to facilitate biventricular pacing Atrial fibrillation and CRT Challenges in CRT: (Day 2) Tuesday 20th September Case discussion Illustrated anatomy of the coronary sinus Non-responders - Role of echo optimisation Alternative approach to CRT - Epicardial lead placement Questions Close

4 Liverpool Live CRT Course Registration Form Title (Dr/Mr/Mrs etc) First Name Surname Job Title/Designation Address Postcode Address Telephone number Level of completed accreditation in pacing/devices (please tick all that apply) None HRUK EHRA IBHRE/NAPSE Number of CRT procedures in previous year > 200 Number of CRT follow up assessments in previous year > 200 I will be bringing along an interesting Case Yes No Do you require overnight accommodation? Yes No Special Dietary Requirements CLOSING DATE FOR REGISTRATION IS FRIDAY 17TH JUNE 2011 AND PLACES ARE LIMITED SO EARLY REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED There is a registration fee for this course (this will include the course fee, all refreshments and hotel accommodation) Please make cheque payable to Millbrook Medical Conferences Ltd (Cheque will not be cashed until place has been confirmed) Return completed registration form and cheque to: Millbrook Medical Conferences Ltd, Suite 3, Elizabethan House, Leicester Road, Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 4NJ. Fax: LiverpoolCRT@millbrookconferences.co.uk

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6 General Information Venue Hilton Hotel Liverpool, Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool, L1 8LW Parking The hotel has an adjacent NCP Car Park. If using SAT NAV, you should use the postcode L1 8LT. Overnight Hotel Accommodation Accommodation is provided for the night of Monday 19th September at the Hilton Hotel Liverpool. Please indicate on the registration form if you require accommodation. Location and Transport The Hilton Liverpool hotel is a landmark property situated in the heart of the newly remodeled city centre. With spectacular views over the Liver Buildings, Albert Dock and River Mersey, the hotel offers easy access to the array of shops, restaurants and bars found in and around Liverpool One. The hotel is 20 minutes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 45 minutes from Manchester International Airport and less than 1 mile from Liverpool Lime Street Station. CPD Accreditation CPD accreditation has been applied for. Please ensure you sign the attendance register. Acknowledgement The Faculty and Organisers would like to thank Medtronic, Boston Scientific and St Jude Medical for their support towards this Course. Registration Details To register for this Course complete the attached registration form and return it, together with the registration fee, to Millbrook Medical Conferences. Please ensure you complete the registration form fully. A registration fee of is requested to assist towards the course fee, all refreshments and accommodation. You are requested to bring along any challenging cases you may have and you should indicate this on the registration form. Closing Date The closing date for registrations is Friday 17th June. Places will be allocated after this date and cheques will be cashed once your place has been confirmed. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. The registration fee paid will be refunded less 25% (to cover the cost of administration) should delegates cancel their registration prior Friday 2nd September No refund will be made for cancellations after this date. Organisation For further details of this Course contact:- Millbrook Medical Conferences Limited, Suite 3, Elizabethan House, Leicester Road, Lutterworth, Leicestershire LE17 4NJ telephone fax: LiverpoolCRT@millbrookconferences.co.uk