3639 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Suite 605 Lafayette, LA 70503 337.993.7920 www.ncvh.org/fellows fellows@ncvh.org September 14, 2016 Attn: Review Committee Dear Review Committee: We would like to thank you in advance for considering support of the 7 th Annual NCVH Fellows Course Complex Strategies in Peripheral Interventions scheduled May 30, 2017 in New Orleans, LA. We kindly request support in the amount of $30,000 to assist with educational expenses and $5,000 to participate in hands-on training at the Louisiana State University Medical School Innovation Center ($35,000 total). As a reminder, NCVH provides 100% scholarship for all qualified fellows to attend, including airfare, hotel accommodations, meals and annual conference registration. Support of this program includes a hands-on station for one-on-one interaction with fellows along with complimentary access to Fellows Course faculty to serve as proctors. Hands-on stations may consist of product demonstrations, case studies, simulators, models or any other (approved) learning method of your choosing. Workshop space is limited to eight (8) industry partners and will sell out quickly. See page five (5) of this document for deadlines, discounts, and late fees. This course precedes our annual conference scheduled May 31 June 2, 2017. All fellows receive complimentary registration and are encouraged to stay for the entire duration of the conference to enhance their learning experience and networking opportunities. Included in this document is the Fellows Course description, target audience, objectives, executive summary and budget. Course details, including agenda and faculty updates, are available online at www.ncvh.org/fellows. Although a non-accredited program, we strive to maintain balanced and unbiased educational content and will conduct didactic lectures in accordance with ACCME policies. In addition, we take great pride in following PhRMA and AdvaMed guidelines to ensure a well-rounded educational program. Your consideration and support of this valuable medical education event is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Dana H. Rigdon, CMP Executive Director New Cardiovascular Horizons Foundation 337-541.2223 dana.rigdon@ncvh.org 1
Yale SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Department of Internal Medicine Section of Cardiovascular Medicine CARLOS MENA, MD, FACC, FSCAI Assistant Professor Department of Internal Medicine, Yale University Medical Director Vascular Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital Dear Colleague: I would like to personally invite you to join us for the 7 th Annual New Cardiovascular Horizons (NCVH) Fellows Course Complex Strategies for Peripheral Interventions scheduled Tuesday, May 30, 2017 in New Orleans, LA. This will be an outstanding opportunity for fellows to learn from nationally recognized experts in the field of peripheral interventions. This course is open to interventional cardiology, vascular medicine, vascular surgery and interventional radiology fellows in their final two years of training. Educational topics will include: Wire Technology: How to Choose Based on Anatomy and Strategy Access is Everything: From Routine to Advanced in Peripheral Interventions Complications of Vascular Access and Hemostasis The Right Tool for the Right Job: Appropriate Choice of Devices for Endovascular Procedures Diagnosis and Endovascular Treatment of Critical Limb Ischemia: What You Need to Know What s on the Horizon with Drug-Eluting Devices? Endovascular Approach to CTOs: Crossing Methods and Devices Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Role in Modern Cath Lab An Update on Balloons: From POBA to the Newest Technologies Self-Expanding Stent Technology: Impact on Choosing a Device An Overview of Atherectomy Devices How to Choose the Right Patient for Carotid Stenting Overview of Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair A Comprehensive Overview of the Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency The application, guidelines, scholarship and travel details are enclosed and available online at ncvh.org/fellows. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the NCVH Foundation office at fellows@ncvh.org or 337-993-7920. Thank you for your time and consideration. We hope to see you in New Orleans. Sincerely, Carlos Mena, MD, F.A.C.C., F.S.C.A.I. NCVH Fellows Course Chairman Assistant Professor Department of Internal Medicine, Yale University Medical Director Vascular Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital PO Box 208017 New Haven, CT 06520-8017 T 203 785-4129 F 203 737-2437 carlos.mena-hurtado@yale.edu medicine.yale.edu/intmed/cardio courier Fitkin Memorial Pavilion (FMP) Room 305 789 Howard Avenue New Haven, CT 06519 2
FELLOWS COURSE DESCRIPTION The New Cardiovascular Horizons (NCVH) Fellows Course Complex Strategies in Peripheral Interventions provides an effective and interactive learning format including hands-on training using advanced simulation, one-on-one time with faculty and live case reviews combined with didactic lectures by leading experts in the field of peripheral interventions. Our goal is to provide an optimal learning environment and comprehensive overview of PAD, limb preservation techniques and advanced peripheral interventions. NCVH provides faculty and specialists from around the world who desire to stay abreast of cutting edge techniques, latest peripheral device technologies and new pharmacologic treatments to encourage fellows to strive to be the best in their field. This Fellows Course is designed as a base to build long lasting relationships with faculty and fellow attendees for perpetual learning and interaction. TARGET AUDIENCE Fellows in final two years of an interventional cardiology, interventional radiology, vascular surgery or cardiothoracic surgery U.S.* fellowship program. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this offering, the participant should be able to: Discuss the Natural History of PAD Review and Outline the Diagnosis of PAD Explain How to Link PAD to Other Forms of Atherosclerosis Determine Optimal Medical Management of Patients with PAD Analyze New Devices and Technology in PAD Interventions Evaluate Diagnostic Imaging Modalities Demonstrate Appropriate Techniques in Deep Vein Thrombosis Review Diagnosis and Treatment of Venous Disease Differentiate Options for Carotid Artery Treatments and Therapies Review Strategies of Interventional Options for Treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Develop Strategies for Practice Management and Contract Negotiation Review Impact and Appropriate Compliance of Medicare Coding and Billing 3
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: ABOUT NEW CARDIOVASCULAR HORIZONS FOUNDATION The NCVH Annual Conference is the highlight educational program of the New Cardiovascular Horizons Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The educational leadership team includes 37 co-chairmen who contribute in various areas of content development and almost 200 faculty members from the leading institutions around the world. The NCVH Foundation takes great pride in following all nonprofit, ACCME, PhRMA and AdvaMed guidelines to ensure education is delivered in an unbiased format. Now in its 18 th year, the NCVH Annual Conference continues to expand in both attendance and focus to include multidisciplinary sessions for interventional specialists, general practitioners, podiatrist, cath lab professionals, nurses, administrators and allied health professionals. In addition to the annual conference, NCVH Foundation has expanded its reach to include the largest peripheral fellows course in the U.S. This program draws almost 100 interventional and surgery fellows from leading institutions. Course Directors create a scientific platform to bring together young leaders to learn new treatments for patients with peripheral vascular disease by providing didactic lectures combined with hands-on training and practical workshops. The NCVH Foundation will also present 15 one-day regional meetings during the 2016-2017 fiscal year in a variety of cities throughout the United States. Regional conference objectives are developed to reach family physicians, general practice physicians, podiatrists and allied health professionals to help drive the desired message of new interventional technologies and pharmacotherapies available for optimal care for patients with cardiovascular, peripheral vascular and venous disease. International relationships in China continue to grow with four NCVH sessions at nationally recognized meetings to include the Great Wall International Congress of Cardiology, China Interventional Therapeutics, China Endovascular Course and Endovascology Conference. Combined attendance for these four meetings reach 30,000+ participants. 4
INDUSTRY SPONSOR GUIDELINES Limited to 8 industry partners. Didactic lectures, hands-on workshops, and all meals/breaks will be located inside the Waldorf Astoria Ballroom (see floor plan on page 6). Due to the architecture of the room, stations will slightly vary in size, the largest areas will be assigned first come, first served as payments are received. Time for 8 workshop rotations have been allotted during the agenda. Refreshment breaks and meals will be provided inside the room throughout the day for all faculty, fellows and sponsors to enjoy at their leisure. Each faculty member is available for the duration of the day as an expert proctor for the industry hands-on stations, based on a first come, first served basis as support confirmation is received. If an industry partner does not choose a faculty member, one (or more) may be assigned. Each fellow will be assigned to a group numbered 1-8. Each group will have an average of 10-12 participants and will visit each workshop station for at least 20 minutes throughout the day. Hands-on stations may consist of product demonstrations, case studies, simulators, models or any other (approved) learning method of your choosing. If participation for the LSU portion of the training is accepted, additional products, supplies, simulators and/or models will be required to ensure an optimal learning opportunity for the fellows. Sponsors are encouraged to make appointments with fellows during the rotations for detailed follow up during the annual meeting via onsite innovation labs, trade show booths or private meetings. SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES Workshop Station at Hotel (May 30, 2016) $30,000 Workshop Station at LSU Simulation Center (May 31-June 1, 2016) $ 5,000* Breakfast Symposium (1 available) $20,000* Lunch Symposium (1 available) $15,000* Dinner Symposium (various) Call for Details* Digital Fellows Course 2017 Newsletter (exclusive sponsorship) $ 5,000* * Minimum $30,000 commitment required. IMPORTANT DATES December 31 January 31 March 11 April 1 May 5 10% Discount Deadline 50% Deposit Due 10% Late Fee Begins Faculty Proctor Selection Due Descriptions for Onsite Program Due 5
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