June 3, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

University Club

123 University Place

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Virtual participation available!

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Overview

The International Fontan-Kreutzer Symposium will bring world renowned pediatric and adult cardiologists, congenital cardiac surgeons, and adult cardiac and transplant surgeons together for a deep dive into the evolution of management strategies in this complex patient population, including medical therapy, transcatheter interventions, rhythm-management device implantation, surgical intervention, and heart or combined organ transplantation. Emerging technologies and techniques for cardiac imaging in these patients will be explored in depth. Further, lifestyle considerations for patients living with Fontan-Kreutzer such as exercise, pregnancy, and mental health will also be discussed.

Accreditation

This activity is approved for the following credit: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ANCC, and AAPA Category 1 CME. Other health care professionals will receive a certificate of attendance confirming the number of contact hours commensurate with the extent of participation in this activity.

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August 11-12

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This 2-day course will include live presentations that will review all the major topics included in the ABIM ACHD blueprint. Additional important topics will be available on-line and on demand. There will be a pre-test and post-test available with learning objectives and detailed review. Attendees will be given exclusive access to pre-recorded videos providing information on topics identified as essential by the ABIM ACHD.

Credit details on the website: cveducation.mayo.edu

The Eighth World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery will be held in Washington DC, USA.  It will be the largest and most comprehensive scientific meeting dedicated to pediatric and congenital cardiac care ever held.  For information about the Eighth World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery please visit the following website: http://wcpccs2023.org/

Our scientific program is interdisciplinary and has been developed by global leaders in cardiac surgery, pediatric cardiology, adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD), cardiac nursing, cardiac anesthesia, cardiac intensive care, perfusion, and other experts from around the world. Our Scientific Committee has developed a program of unparalleled breadth and depth featuring 22 subspecialty tracks.

We look forward to seeing you in Washington DC, where you can learn new techniques and care strategies, catch-up with old friends, and see the latest in technology and research… all in one place!

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Abstract Submissions

The abstract deadline for consideration of oral presentation of your abstract is at midnight Eastern USA time May 31, 2023.  The abstract deadline for consideration of poster presentation of your abstract is at midnight Eastern USA time June 30, 2023.  Abstracts may be submitted via this hyperlink