Summary
This webinar is specifically designed for healthcare providers who care for patients with atrial fibrillation. The session will focus on the progression of Afib from paroxysmal to long-standing persistent and the impact it has on longevity, mortality, and heart failure implications. The faculty will cover various topics to include identification of Afib, treatment options, preventive measures, and new clinical trials. Attendees will also participate in discussions through the chat feature.
Topics include:
- Progression of AF—How It Propagates
- Impacts of AF on Patients and Healthcare Economics—It’s More than We Think
- Patient Specific Ablation Options
- Paradigm Changing Clinical Trials—Focus on Prevention
Sponsored by Atricure
This is an industry-sponsored session. The scientific content of this webinar has been reviewed by STS. However, the opinions expressed in this webinar are those of the presenters and supporting organization, and they do not necessarily reflect the views of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Continuing medical education (CME) credit for this activity is not offered by STS. No endorsement by STS is intended or implied.
Speakers
Amber M. Edwards, MD
Ascension St. Thomas
Nashville, TN
Marc W. Gerdisch, MD
Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, IN
Armin Kiankhooy, MD
Cedars Sinai - Cardiac Surgery at Huntington Health|
Pasadena, CA
Andrew J. Sherman, MD
BayCare Medical Group
Tampa, FL
