29th Annual Advances in Vascular Imaging and Diagnosis 2019

Overview

The 29th Annual Advances in Vascular Imaging and Diagnosis 2019 brings together leaders and practitioners to share the latest updates, challenges, and innovations in vascular imaging. This highly anticipated event provides in-depth expertise through case-based learning, interactive workshops, and panel discussions, helping participants strengthen their proficiency in evaluating and managing vascular disorders. The curriculum covers critical principles, evolving techniques, diagnostic dilemmas, and practical solutions relevant to modern vascular imaging.

Join this comprehensive learning experience—built on the brand promise of “World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere”—to enhance your clinical understanding and improve patient care in the ever-changing landscape of vascular medicine.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in a wide spectrum of vascular imaging modalities and interpretation.
• Apply case-based problem-solving strategies to common and rare vascular conditions.
• Assess and utilize appropriate technical approaches for imaging of the lower and upper extremities, cerebrovascular, and abdominal vasculature.
• Evaluate and interpret diagnostic findings in venous and arterial disease, wound care, and hemodialysis access.
• Incorporate up-to-date criteria and guidelines for vascular imaging and intervention follow-up into clinical practice.
• Understand the impact of social media and communication platforms on vascular practice and education.
• Apply ergonomic and professional practice enhancements to prolong career longevity and effectiveness as a vascular sonographer or clinician.

Topics

• Session 1: Case Based Learning I: Technical Trials
• Session 2: Venous: Thrombo-Embolic Disease
• Session 3: Wound Care and Diabetic Foot Principles
• Session 4: Practice Enhancements I: Appropriate Use Criteria
• Session 5: Curveballs and Controversies
• Session 6: Arterial Evaluation
• Session 7: Miscellaneous Topics In Vascular Ultrasound
• Session 8: More On Venous Evaluation: Chronic Venous Insufficiency
• Session 9: Principles Tune-Up: How Sharp Are You?
• Session 10: More On Venous Disease: Diagnostic Venous Mix
• Session 11: The Current Health Care Environment Evolves
• Session 12: Practice Enhancements II
• Session 13: Pearls, Perils, Pitfalls Of Social Media, List Serves And the Internet
• Session 14: Hemodialysis Access
• Session 15: Case Based Learning II: Interpretation Challenges
• Session 16: Cerebrovascular
• Session 17: Workshops

Target Audience

This course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in vascular imaging and diagnosis seeking the latest insights and best practices.

• Vascular sonographers
• Radiologists
• Vascular surgeons
• Interventional radiologists
• Phlebologists
• Cardiologists
• Physicians in training and residents
• Other healthcare providers specializing in vascular medicine

Speakers

• Ann Marie Kupinski, PhD, RVT, FSVU
• Diana L. Neuhardt, RVT, RPhS, FSVU
• Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU
• Kelly R. Byrnes, BS, RVT, FSVU
• Traci B. Fox, EdD, RDMS, RVT
• Laurence Needleman, MD
• Sareh Rajaee, MD, MPH
• Richard C. Pennell, MD, RPVI, FACS
• Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU
• Ratna C. Singh, MD, RPVI
• William D. Suggs, MD
• Ali F. AbuRahma, MD
• Keith D. Calligaro, MD
• Thomas F. O’Donnell, Jr., MD
• Leslie M. Scoutt, MD
• Brian Sapp, RVT, RPhS
• R. Eugene Zierler, MD, RPVI
• David M. Williams, MS, RDCS, RVT
• Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT
• Alan M. Dietzek, MD, RPVI, FACS
• Anil P. Hingorani, MD
• Frederick Kremkau, PhD
• Angela A. Kokkosis, MD, RPVI
• Neil M. Khilnani, MD
• Antonios P. Gasparis, MD
• Mark H. Meissner, MD
• Thomas S. Maldonado, MD
• Steve Elias, MD
• Joseph D. Raffetto, MD
• Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS
• Matthew P. Hernandez, BSc, DPT, CSCS
• Heather L. Gornik, MD
• Joseph P. Hughes, RVT, RVS, FSVU
• Natalie A. Marks, MD, RPVI, RVT, FSVM
• Clifford M. Sales, MD, MBA, FACS
• Multiple Faculty

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