Atlanta Evergreen Marriott
Conference Resort
4021 Lakeview Drive
Stone Mountain, GA
Saturday, August 15, 2015
7 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Evolving Concepts and New Therapies
th
The 9 Annual
Women and
Heart Disease
Department of Medical Education
5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
presents
The 9th Annual
Women and
Heart Disease
Evolving Concepts and New Therapies
Saturday, August 15, 2015
7 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Atlanta Evergreen Marriott
Conference Resort
4021 Lakeview Drive
Stone Mountain, GA
Sponsored by
emoryhealthcare.org/heart-disease-women
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital invites you to attend a CME/CE activity providing the latest evidence-based information
on the new stroke prevention guidelines, management of congestive heart failure in women, risk of cardiovascular
disease (CVD) in African American women and disparities in care, and the benefits of cardiac rehab and exercise for
CVD. Educational sessions include the following speakers and learning objectives:
Please note: Conference registration includes your admission to Stone Mountain Park. Simply tell the park gate
attendant you are attending the “Women and Heart Disease Conference” and you will be allowed free admission for
that day. We suggest you bring a sweater/jacket to ensure your comfort. Due to the local venue, a reservation block
has not been established. Individual rooms may be secured by calling the Evergreen Marriott at 770-879-9900. Free
self-parking is available on-site.
Faculty Information - Women and Heart Disease
Alexis Cutchins, MD
Assistant Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
M. Carolina Gongora, MD
Assistant Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Ijeoma Isiadinso, MD, MPH, FACC
Assistant Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Gina P. Lundberg, MD, FACC
Clinical Director, Emory Women’s Heart Center
Assistant Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
David W. Markham, MD, MSc
Medical Director, Heart Failure Program,
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital
Associate Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Susmita Parashar, MD, MPH, MS, FAHA, FACC
Associate Professor, Cardiology
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Randal J. Thomas, MD, MS
Chair, AHA Exercise & Cardiac Rehab Committee
Professor of Medicine
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Medical Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
Learning Objectives
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Examine the latest in congestive heart failure in women with special focus on peripartum cardiomyopathy.
Summarize the new stroke prevention guidelines for women.
Review the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in African American women and disparities in care.
Review benefits of cardiac rehab for patients with known CVD.
Identify the benefits of exercise for CVD risk reduction.
You are welcome to enjoy the park after the meeting, so bring your bike, hiking shoes, etc., and come prepared to
spend the afternoon! Join us for some heart healthy exercise after the event. The conference planners are offering a
“Walk with the Doc.” Two options will be available 1) Beginner/ Intermediate-45 minute hike and 2) Advanced hike to
the summit – time varies per individual speed. Surcharges for special activities (i.e., golf, Summit Skyride, etc.) in the
park are NOT included. Agenda
Registration
7 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
Visit Exhibits/Posters
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7:30 a.m.
Welcome
Gina Lundberg, MD, FACC
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ADDRESS
7:35 a.m.
Heart Failure in Women
David Markham, MD, MSc
8:35 a.m.
New Stroke Guidelines
Gina Lundberg, MD, FACC
9:35 a.m.
Break
Visit Exhibits/Posters
10:05 a.m.
Heart Disease in African American Women
Ijeoma Isiadinso , MD, MPH, FACC
11:05 a.m. Women and Cardiac Rehabilitation:
Current Issues and Future Directions
Keynote Speaker:
Randal Thomas, MD, MS
11:55 a.m.
Break/Lunch Service
12:30 p.m. Panel Discussion: Benefits of Exercise in
CVD Risk Reduction
Moderator: Gina Lundberg, MD
Panel: Alexis Cutchins, MD, Carolina
Gongora, MD, Ijeoma Isiadinso, MD,
Susmita Parashar, MD
1:15 p.m.
Adjourn/Walk with the Doc
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PAYMENT INFORMATION
Early Registration Fees:
_____ Physicians/Scientists - $100
_____ Resident, PA, NP, RN, Fellow, other - $65
After July 21, 2015:
_____ Physicians/Scientists - $130
_____ Resident, PA, NP, RN, Fellow
other - $85
TOTAL AMOUNT: $_____
Mail check made payable to Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital
Register online at:
www.regonline.com/womenandheartdiseaseconference2015
(please note a $3.55/reg fee and a 4.95 % surcharge will be added to
online registrations)
Pay by check or cash at the door (limited number of on-site
registrations can be accepted)
Please MAIL your registration to:
Department of Medical Education
5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
Please CALL 678-843-5105
EMAIL [email protected]
with questions.
CME Accreditation:
This activity is planned and implemented in accordance with the Essentials and Standards of the Medical Association of Georgia through the sponsorship of Saint Joseph’s Hospital of
Atlanta. Saint Joseph’s is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital designates this live activity for the maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity.
emoryhealthcare.org/heart-disease-women
CE Accreditation
Cancellation requests made in writing prior to 7/21/15 will incur a $35 administrative fee. No refunds will be made after 7/22/15. Cancelled registrations are nontransferable.
Nurses must attend entire event and complete evaluation in order to receive contact hours.
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital reserves the right to cancel or postpone the conference due to unforeseen circumstances. In the unlikely event the meeting must be cancelled, full
registration refunds will be given, but Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is not responsible for any related costs, charges or expenses, including air, travel or lodging fees.
Emory Healthcare is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the South Carolina Nurses Association an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Disclosure:
It is the intent of Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital to assure that its CME are not influenced by special interests of individuals associated with its activities. Any potential conflict will be identified
and resolved prior to the event, and any significant relationship a speaker may have with any corporate organization will be made known prior to the presentation.
Please note that registrations are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure a successful meeting and a comfortable environment, the following limits have been
set: Minuimum-attendance-50; Maximum attendance-120.
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