Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery for Aortic Replacement and Mitral Repair
Faculty
David Theodoro, M.D.
Location
SSM DePaul, St. Louis, MO
Audience
Cardiothoracic Surgeons
Length
Two days (includes case discussions evening before and OR observations the next day)
Description
Participants in this course will have the opportunity to discuss minimally invasive valve surgical techniques, aortic and mitral disease diagnosis and surgical intervention, echocardiography and education surrounding optimal timing for valvular replacement or repair surgery as outlined in the AHA/ACC evidence-based guidelines.
Objectives
Through this training course you will learn:
- Gain insight into the large population of under-referred valve disease patients and learn about programs to help you address this patient group
- Review patho-etiology of valve disease, diagnosis, inspection and surgical valve repair or replacement
- Learn about minimally invasive surgical techniques for aortic valve replacement and mitral valve repair and/or replacement as patients look for alternative approaches
- Observe 1-2 live minimally invasive valve surgeries including the use of our Mitroflow® Aortic Pericardial Heart Valve, MEMO 3D™ and/or Carbomedics AnnuloFlex™ annuloplasty rings
- Gain basic knowledge of the team approach and technologies required
Peer-to-Peer Training
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For more details or registration information, please contact your Sorin Heart Valves representative or email our support team.
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