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Exploring New Pathways in Cardiac Stimulation and Resynchronization Complimentary Accredited Dinner Symposium Thursday, May 15, 2008 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm San Francisco Marriott 55 Fourth Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Room: Golden Gate A Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this educational activity, participants should be able to: • Recognize the physiologic issues related to the QRS complex and the selection of patients for the implant of a CRT-D device based on hemodynamic dyssynchrony • Explore the relationship between lead positioning and AV/VV delay optimization in order to optimize the hemodynamic benefit related to the implant of a CRT-D device Who Should Attend: Physicians, nurses, and technologists Group Faculty and Topics: Michael R. Gold, MD, PhD – Co-Chairman Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC Topic: QRS and Patient Selection Understanding the Role of the QRS Complex in Selecting a Patient to Receive a Device for Cardiac Resynchronization Randy Lieberman, MD – Co-Chairman Heart Care Detroit, MI Topic: Customizing Lead Location Alternatives in Lead Placement and Configuration for Optimal Response in CRT Therapy Peter Paul Delnoy, MD Isala Clinics Weezenlanden, Zwolle The Netherlands Topic: New Voice of Hemodynamic Optimization Using Peak Endocardial Acceleration to Optimize the Hemodynamic Benefits of CRT Therapy Registration: To register, please visit www.naccme.com Commercial Supporter: This activity is supported by an educational grant from Sorin Group Cardiac Rhythm Management (ELA Medical, Inc.). Sponsor: This activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education. This program is not part of the Heart Rhythm 2008 Official Scientific Sessions as planned by the Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Sessions Committee. This event is neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Heart Rhythm Society. NA CME Accreditation: MD/DO: This activity is sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME). NACCME is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. NACCME designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This activity has been planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essential Areas and Policies. Nurses: ANCC: NACCME is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association for 2 contact hours (Provider Number 110-3-E-06). Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 13255, for 2 contact hours. Technologists: Approved for 2 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits by the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators. Faculty Disclosures: All those with control over the content of continuing education programs sponsored by NACCME are expected to disclose whether they do or do not have any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest or other relationships related to the content of their presentation(s). It is not assumed that these relationships will have an adverse impact on presentations; they are simply noted here to fully inform participants. Dr. Gold has disclosed that he has received grant/research support from Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and St. Jude. He is a consultant to Boston Scientific and Medtronic. Dr. Lieberman has disclosed that he is a member of the speakers’ bureau for Sorin Group Cardiac Rhythm Management (ELA Medical, Inc.). He has received research support and is a member of the speakers’ bureau for Medtronic. Dr. Delnoy has disclosed that he has received grant/research support and is a consultant to Medtronic, Boston Scientific, St. Jude, and Sorin Group Cardiac Rhythm Management (ELA Medical, Inc.). All NACCME employees involved in the planning and editing of this educational activity have disclosed that they have no significant financial relationship with any organization that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of this educational activity. http://www.naccme.com http://www.naccme.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

EP Lab Digest - April 2008

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