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APRIL 2008 EP CONFERENCE 45 Final Program Friday, February 8: 10:00-12:00: Introductory Course on EP Tracings for Newcomers to the EP Lab J. KIrkland/ D. Ashwin/ E. Crystal 9:25-10:40: SESSION 6: Rotating Workshops for Device Specialists • Device Clinic B: Individualized Pacemaker Programming and ECG Interpretations English session Chair: C. Israel, B. Gorenek French session chair: F. Ayala-Parades 14:00-14:15: Introduction E. Crystal 11:00-11:50: SESSION 7: Complex Ablations: Tailored Approaches and Leading-edge Technologies for Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists, Part 1 Chair: R. Lemery, M. Green • ICE in VT Ablation: A. Skanes 14:15-16:00: SESSION 1: Frontiers in Device Therapies, Part 1 Chair: E. Crystal/ F. Philippon • Subcutaneous ICDs: R. Cappato • Leadless Pacing: B. Avitall • Ablation of Atypical Flutter: H. Kim 14:00-16:00: EP Symposium: 3-D Mapping Case Studies for the Congenital Heart with Electrogram Interpretations: P. Khairy 16:30-18:00: “Hands-on” Interactive Session on Cardiac Anatomy and Ablation Application: B. Avitall 18:00-19:30: SESSION 7: Complex Ablations: Tailored Approaches and Leading-edge Technologies for Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists, Part 2 Chair: M. Green, M. Dubuc • Distance Monitoring and Programming: C. Israel • Medtronic Reveal XT: A. Skanes 16:15-17:55: SESSION 1: Frontiers in Device Therapies, Part 2 Chair: E. Ovsyshcher, F. Paredes • Indications for ICDs Should be Expanded: R. Cappato • Indications for ICDs Should be Restricted: F. Philippon • ICD in ARVD: J. Healey • Controversial ICD Indications: I. Lashevsky 18:10-19:00: SESSION 2: Device Diagnostics Chair: R. Cappato, E. Crystal • How it may Help?: D. Birnie • How it may Fool?: C. Israel • Ganglion Ablation in Atrial Fibrillation: E. Pokushalov • Cryoablation: M. Dubuc • Ablation of Vasovagal Syncope: J. Pachon • VT Ablation: J. Sapp 18:00-19:30: SESSION 8: Rotating Workshops for Device Specialists • Device Clinic C: Pacemaker Troubleshooting English session Chair: J. Healey, B. Gorenek French session chair: F. Philippon Saturday, February 9: 7:00-9:00: SESSION 3: Evidence-based Ablative Therapy for Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists Chair: I. Lashevsky. J. Sapp • AFib Ablation: G. Nair • Atrial Flutter: F. Paredes Sunday, February 10: 7:30-8:15: SESSION 9: Masters. Clinical Hints for Smart Programming, Part 1 Chair: D. Newman, C. Simpson • VT in Structural Heart Disease: When to Ablate and When not to: J. Sapp • WPW: I. Lashevsky 7:00-9:00: SESSION 4: Rotating Workshops for Device Specialists • Device Clinic A: ICD/CRT Programming, Troubleshooting and Optimization English session Chair: S. Barold French session chair: F. Philippon • Programming of Pacemaker: E. Ovsyshcher • Programming of ICD: J. Healey 8:30-9:15: SESSION 9: Masters. Clinical Hints for Smart Programming, Part 2 Chair: E. Ovsyshcher, B. Gorenek • Programming of CRT: S. Barold • Clinical Hints for Device Upgrades: D. Newman 9:30-11:30: SESSION 10: Safety Issues in Invasive Electrophysiology Chair: S. Barold, M. Green, D. Newman 9:25-10:40: SESSION 5: Cardiac Resynchronization Updates for Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists Chair: D. Birnie, E. Crystal • Imaging for CRT Therapy: S. Dick • Evolving Technologies in Assessing LV Synchrony: Where Do We Go from Here?: I. Salgo • Optimizing of BiV Pacing Technologies: D. Birnie statistic that epileptic women are statistically safer drivers than healthy male drivers) nicely wrapped up this meeting. Finally, safety and liability issues in cardiac electrophysiology was another hot topic in this year’s discussions, which showed to be an interest to many. The feedback from the audience has further motivated us to invite attorneys and insurance experts for upcoming sessions to enhance knowledge on this subject matter. There is, unfortunately, very little rhythm management education for the allied professional that is not manufacturer specific. APs struggle to keep up with rapidly advancing technology and treatment methods. Education and an opportunity to share questions and perspectives with experts in the field was vital, and the International Winter Arrhythmia School was an ideal place to accomplish this. The relaxed atmosphere of the meeting lent itself to better learning opportunities. The • Making Patients Safer: Applying Patient Safety Principles to Arrhythmia Care: E. Etchells • Travel and Driving Issues in Arrhythmia Patients: C. Simpson 11:30-12:00: Closing Remarks, Evaluation and Adjourn APs that attended this meeting came away with practical knowledge and a greater understanding of everyday patient issues and solutions. This event was co-sponsored by the Heart Rhythm Society. The Continuing Education Office, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto accredited this education activity for a maximum of 15.5 category 1 credits towards the AMA Physician's Recognition Award. European registrants were able to claim AMA Category 1 as equivalents. The next symposium will take place in February 2009; final location is pending. For more information, please visit: www.winterarrhythmia.com The authors would like to acknowledge the help of Ms. Jennifer Fraser and Dr. Carsten Israel with this article. http://www.winterarrhythmia.com

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EP Lab Digest - April 2008 Pediatric Electrophysiology Medical Relief Work on the Yucatan Peninsula: A Labor of Love EP 101: Considerations for the Elderly EP Patient Contents Letter from the Editor Spotlight Interview: University of Maryland A Summary of the ACC/AHA/Physician Consortium 2008 Clinical Performance Measures for Adults with Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation or Flutter Can Psychosocial Characteristics Predict Fatal Outcomes in Patients? Interview with Jonathan S. Steinberg, MD, FACC 10-Minute Interview: Diane D. Sheffield, RN, BSN AED Access for All: An Organization for SCA Survivors New Column: 5 Quick Clues to AV Nodal Reentry Tachycardia CMS 2008 OPPS Final Rule Review New Online AED and CPR Training Opportunities: Q & A with Keith Weaver Highlights from the 5th Annual International Arrhythmia Winter School Email Discussion Group Events Calendar Second Annual Salary Survey Industry News and Products Classifieds Advertisers Index

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