Wednesday, November 19, 2008
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SESSION I SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION I:
HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS - PART 1 (10-MINUTE TALKS)
Moderators:Thomas M. Vesely, M.D. / Joseph N. Shams, M.D.
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PART A: UPDATE ON HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS | |
8:00 AM - 8:05 AM | Introduction |
Presenters: Larry A. Scher, M.D. / Jacob Cynamon, M.D. | |
8:06 AM - 8:16 AM | Management Of The Non-Maturing Fistula |
Presenters: Joseph N. Shams, M.D. | |
8:17 AM - 8:27 AM | Thrombectomy Of The Aneurysmal Fistula |
Presenters: Elsie Koh, M.D. | |
DEBATE: WHAT IS THE BEST APPROACH FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF AV FISTULA DYSFUNCTION? | |
8:28 AM - 8:38 AM | Transvenous Access Is Best |
Presenters: Stanley G. Cooper, M.D. | |
8:39 AM - 8:49 AM | Distal Radial Artery Access Is Best |
Presenters: John H. Rundback, M.D., F.S.I.R., F.A.H.A. | |
8:50 AM - 9:00 AM | Retrograde Brachial Approach Is Best |
Presenters: Jacob Cynamon, M.D. | |
9:01 AM - 9:15 AM | Panel Discussion |
9:16 AM - 9:26 AM | Management Of Cephalic Arch Lesions |
Presenters: Theodore F. Saad, M.D. | |
9:27 AM - 9:37 AM | Endovascular Management Of Hemodialysis Related Central Venous Disease: Areas Of Concern |
Presenters: Abigail Falk, M.D. | |
9:38 AM - 9:48 AM | Prevention And Management Of Catheter Related Infection |
Presenters: Thomas M. Vesely, M.D. | |
9:49 AM - 9:59 AM | Centros Catheter For Hemodialysis Access |
Presenters: Stephen R. Ash, M.D. | |
10:00 AM - 10:10 AM | Palindrome Catheter For Hemodialysis Access |
Presenters: Michael G. Tal, M.D., MBA | |
10:11 AM - 10:25 AM | Panel Discussion |
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM | Break / Visit Exhibits |
10:45 AM - 10:55 AM | Debate: Percutaneous vs. Surgical Management Of Steal Syndrome Percutaneous Management Of Steal Syndrome |
Presenters: Gregg A. Miller, M.D. | |
10:56 AM - 11:06 AM | Debate: Percutaneous vs. Surgical Management Of Steal Syndrome Surgical Management Of Steal Syndrome |
Presenters: Gary A. Gelbfish, M.D. | |
11:07 AM - 11:17 AM | Does Surveillance And Preemptive Intervention Improve Access Patency? |
Presenters: Prabir Roy-Chaudhury, M.D., PhD | |
11:18 AM - 11:28 AM | Prediction Of AV Fistula Maturation With Intraoperative Blood Flow Measurements |
Presenters: Scott S. Berman, M.D. | |
11:29 AM - 11:39 AM | Brachiocephalic AV Fistula Is The Preferred Autogenous Fistula |
Presenters: Samuel E. Wilson, M.D. | |
11:40 AM - 11:50 AM | VEGF-D Therapy For Vascular Access |
Presenters: Jeffrey H. Lawson, M.D., Ph.D. | |
11:51 AM - 12:01 PM | Reimbursement For Vascular Access: What Does The Future Hold? |
Presenters: Sean P. Roddy, M.D. | |
12:02 PM - 12:15 PM | Panel Discussion |
12:15 PM - 1:10 PM | Lunch Break / Visit Exhibits |
END OF SESSION I | |
SESSION II SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION II:
HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS - PART 2 (10-MINUTE TALKS)
Moderators:Larry A. Scher, M.D. / Marc H. Glickman, M.D.
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PART A: CONTROVERSIES IN HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS | |
1:10 PM - 1:20 PM | Vascular Access In The Elderly |
Presenters: Marc H. Glickman, M.D. | |
1:21 PM - 1:31 PM | Vascular Access In The Morbidly Obese |
Presenters: Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. | |
1:32 PM - 1:42 PM | Lower Extremity Vascular Access |
Presenters: John R. Ross, Sr., M.D. | |
1:43 PM - 1:51 PM | Debate: Management Of AV Access Pseudoaneurysms: Stent Grafts Are Optimal Management |
Presenters: Thomas M. Vesely, M.D. | |
1:52 PM - 2:00 PM | Debate: Management Of AV Access Pseudoaneurysms: Surgery Is Optimal Management |
Presenters: Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. | |
2:01 PM - 2:09 PM | Debate: Basilic Vein Transposition: One Stage Basilic Vein Transposition Is Best |
Presenters: Mitchell L. Henry, M.D. | |
2:10 PM - 2:18 PM | Debate: Basilic Vein Transposition: Two Stage Basilic Vein Transposition Is Best |
Presenters: Gary A. Gelbfish, M.D. | |
2:19 PM - 2:27 PM | Grafts Are Superior To BVT |
Presenters: Todd W. Gensler, M.D. | |
2:28 PM - 2:40 PM | Panel Discussion |
2:41 PM - 3:05 PM | Break / Visit Exhibits |
PART B: UPDATE ON NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS (5-MINUTE TALKS) | |
3:05 PM - 3:10 PM | HeRO Device |
Presenters: Howard E. Katzman, M.D. | |
3:11 PM - 3:16 PM | Propaten Graft |
Presenters: Ingemar J.A. Davidson, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. | |
3:17 PM - 3:22 PM | Flair Stent Graft |
Presenters: John R. Ross, Sr., M.D. | |
3:23 PM - 3:28 PM | Flixene Graft |
Presenters: A. Frederick Schild, M.D. | |
3:29 PM - 3:34 PM | C-port Anastomotic Device |
Presenters: Marc H. Glickman, M.D. | |
3:35 PM - 3:40 PM | Vascugel Wrap |
Presenters: Jeffrey H. Lawson, M.D., Ph.D. | |
3:41 PM - 3:46 PM | Coll-R: A Rampamycin Eluting Device |
Presenters: Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. | |
3:47 PM - 4:07 PM | Keynote Address: Perspective On The Development Of The Arteriovenous Fistula For Hemodialysis Access |
Presenters: Michael J. Brescia, M.D. | |
PART C: DUPLEX SCANNING IN HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS (HANDS-ON) | |
Moderator(s): Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. / George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU / Earl Schuman, M.D. | |
4:08 PM - 4:23 PM | Overview Of Use Of Duplex Scanning For AV Access Planning And Surveillance |
Presenters: Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. | |
DEMONSTRATION OF DUPLEX SCANNING | |
4:24 PM - 4:39 PM | Preoperative Venous And Arterial Assessment Duplex Scanning Of Hemodialysis Fistulas And Grafts |
Panelist(s): Surendra Shenoy, M.D., Ph.D. / George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU / Earl Schuman, M.D. | |
4:40 PM - 5:25 PM | Hands-On Training |
END OF SESSION II | |
SESSION V SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION V:
ENDOVENOUS MANAGEMENT OF VARICOSE VEINS - PART 1 (10 MINUTE TALKS)
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8:00 AM - 8:10 AM | Welcome |
Presenters: Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. / Lowell S. Kabnick, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.Ph | |
8:10 AM - 8:20 AM | CEAP: Class: Clinical Stage |
Presenters: Peter J. Pappas, M.D. | |
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM | CEAP: Etiology: Primary, Secondary Disease |
Presenters: Glenn Jacobowitz, M.D. | |
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM | CEAP: Anatomy: Superficial, Perforator, Deep |
Presenters: Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. | |
8:40 AM - 8:50 AM | CEAP: Pathology: Reflux, Obstruction |
Presenters: Seshadri Raju, M.D. | |
8:50 AM - 9:00 AM | Clinical And Ultrasound Evaluation Of GSV Incompetence |
Presenters: Lowell S. Kabnick, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.Ph | |
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM | Clinical And Ultrasound Evaluation Of SSV Incompetence |
Presenters: Neil M. Khilnani, M.D. | |
9:10 AM - 9:20 AM | The Future Of Venous Imaging: Will It Be Duplex Ultrasound, MRV, Or CTV? |
Presenters: Barry Stein, MD, FSIR | |
9:20 AM - 9:35 AM | Panel Discussion |
9:35 AM - 9:45 AM | What Is The Evidence For Conservative Measures Required By Insurance Companies Prior To Intervention: Or Is It Bogus? |
Presenters: Mark H. Meissner, M.D. | |
9:45 AM - 9:55 AM | Debate: Fire, Foam, Heat And Knife For Varicose Veins: Not Enough Data From Randomized Prospective Trials |
Presenters: Bo G. Eklof, M.D., Ph.D. | |
9:55 AM - 10:05 AM | Debate:Overwhelming Clinical Evidence Demonstrates Endovenous Therapy Is Safe, And The Best Treatment For Varicose Veins - At Least In The Mid-term |
Presenters: Mark H. Meissner, M.D. | |
10:05 AM - 10:15 AM | Lessons Learned After 3,000 Endovenous Ablations |
Presenters: Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. | |
10:15 AM - 10:25 AM | Complications From Endovenous Thermal Ablation |
Presenters: Mark H. Meissner, M.D. | |
10:25 AM - 10:35 AM | A New Laser Wavelength -1470nm - Does Wavelength Matter? |
Presenters: Edward A. Mackay, M.D. | |
10:35 AM - 10:45 AM | Are There Differences Between Bare, Covered, Or Diffusion Fibers? |
Presenters: Lowell S. Kabnick, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.Ph | |
10:45 AM - 10:55 AM | Two-Year Follow-Up Data From A Prospective, Multicenter Study Of The Efficacy Of The ClosureFAST Catheter |
Presenters: Alan M. Dietzek, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.P.V.I. | |
10:55 AM - 11:05 AM | Endovenous Laser Ablation Improves Venous Outcomes Irrespective Of The Presence Of Deep Venous Insufficiency |
Presenters: Thomas W. Wakefield, M.D. | |
11:05 AM - 11:15 AM | Deep Vein Considerations During Superficial Venous Treatment |
Presenters: Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. | |
11:15 AM - 11:25 AM | Should Adjuvant Therapy Be Performed At The Same Time As Endothermal Ablation?: Evidence Based |
Presenters: Edward A. Mackay, M.D. | |
11:25 AM - 11:35 AM | The Endo-Vein Revolution: Do Turf Battles Await? |
Presenters: Steve Elias, M.D. | |
11:35 AM - 11:45 AM | Phlebology Board Certification: Should Certified Vascular Surgeons Interested In Veins Pursue This? |
Presenters: Peter Gloviczki, M.D. | |
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Panel Discussion |
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | Lunch Break |
END OF SESSION V | |
SESSION VI SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION VI:
ENDOVENOUS MANAGEMENT OF VARICOSE VEINS - PART 2 (10-MINUTE TALKS)
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12:30 PM - 12:40 PM | Role Of Venous Duplex Ultrasound: Pre-op, Intra-op, And Post-op |
Presenters: Neil M. Khilnani, M.D. | |
12:40 PM - 12:50 PM | The Role Of Fluoroscopy In The Management Of Varicose Veins |
Presenters: Melvin Rosenblatt, M.D. | |
12:50 PM - 1:00 PM | Management Of Venous Malformations: Cut, Cook, Squirt? |
Presenters: Joshua L. Weintraub, M.D., FSIR | |
1:00 PM - 1:10 PM | Foam Sclerotherapy In The Management Of Varicose Veins: USA Experience |
Presenters: John J. Bergan, M.D. | |
1:10 PM - 1:20 PM | Foam Sclerotherapy In The Management Of Varicose Veins: UK Experience |
Presenters: Andrew W. Bradbury, M.D., FRCSEd | |
1:20 PM - 1:30 PM | Compounded Sclerosants And Foam: What Should You Know About This Controversial Area? |
Presenters: Lowell S. Kabnick, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.Ph | |
1:30 PM - 1:40 PM | Phlebectomy, Trivex, Or Sclerotherapy For Bulging Varicose Vein Tributaries? |
Presenters: Marc A. Passman, M.D. | |
1:40 PM - 1:50 PM | Matrix Metalloproteinases And Varicose Veins |
Presenters: David L. Gillespie, M.D. | |
1:50 PM - 2:00 PM | Current Information On The Development And Treatment Of Venous Ulcers |
Presenters: Peter J. Pappas, M.D. | |
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM | Perforator Treatment: SEPS, Surgery, Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy, Endoluminal Radiofrequency, Or Endoluminal Laser? |
Presenters: Peter Gloviczki, M.D. | |
2:10 PM - 2:20 PM | Thrombophillia: When To Order? What To Order? How To Treat? How Long? |
Presenters: Joseph A. Caprini, M.D. | |
2:20 PM - 2:30 PM | Recurrent Varicose Veins: Can They Be Prevented? Can They Be Treated Effectively? |
Presenters: Kevin G. Burnand, M.B.B.S., F.R.C.S., M.S. | |
2:30 PM - 2:40 PM | Transdermal Laser Versus Sclerotherapy For Spider Telangiectasias? |
Presenters: Edward A. Mackay, M.D. | |
2:40 PM - 2:50 PM | RECOVERY Trial: Conclusions From A Multicenter Randomized Trial Comparing The CLOSUREFAST Treatment To Endovenous Laser |
Presenters: Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. | |
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM | Isolated Pharmacomechanical Thrombolysis: 1,300 Patient Registry Results |
Presenters: Alan M. Dietzek, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.P.V.I. | |
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Ask The Panel |
Panelist(s): Jose I. Almeida, M.D., F.A.C.S., R.V.T. / Lowell S. Kabnick, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.Ph / Mark H. Meissner, M.D. / Kevin G. Burnand, M.B.B.S., F.R.C.S., M.S. / Peter Gloviczki, M.D. / Joseph A. Caprini, M.D. / Marc A. Passman, M.D. | |
3:30 PM - 3:30 PM | ADJOURN - PLEASE VISIT EXHIBITS |
END OF SESSION VI | |
SESSION IV SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION IV:
INTERVENTIONAL SPINE SECTION: THE NEXT GENERATION OF PERCUTANEOUS THERAPY FOR BACK PAIN: NEW TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR THE INTERVENTIONALIST
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THE DISC | |
Moderator(s): Gregg H. Zoarski, M.D. | |
2:16 PM - 2:23 PM | Nerve Root Blocks And Epidural Steroids: The Basics |
Presenters: Orlando Ortiz, M.D. | |
2:24 PM - 2:31 PM | Facet Disease And Interventions |
Presenters: Alyssa T. Watanabe, M.D. | |
2:32 PM - 2:39 PM | Percutaneous Discectomy |
Presenters: Joshua A. Hirsch, M.D. | |
2:40 PM - 2:46 PM | Ozone Therapy For Disc Related Pain |
Presenters: Mario Muto, M.D. | |
2:47 PM - 2:54 PM | 3T MRI And Other New Techniques |
Presenters: Meng Law, M.D. | |
2:55 PM - 3:02 PM | Spinal Angiography: The Basic Techniques And Vital Anatomy |
Presenters: Gregg H. Zoarski, M.D. | |
Moderator(s): Joshua A. Hirsch, M.D. / Allan L. Brook, M.D. | |
3:03 PM - 3:10 PM | Spinal Stimulators: For Failed Back Syndrome And Other Indications |
Presenters: Allan L. Brook, M.D. | |
3:11 PM - 3:18 PM | Latest Tools And Techniques For Vertebral Augmentation |
Presenters: Orlando Ortiz, M.D. | |
3:19 PM - 3:26 PM | Percutaneous Fusion Techniques: Is It For Everyone? |
Presenters: John K. Houten, M.D. | |
3:27 PM - 3:34 PM | Percutaneous Laminotomy And Ligament Removal: The MILD Procedure |
Presenters: Allan L. Brook, M.D. | |
3:35 PM - 4:00 PM | Panel Discussion: Case Based Presentations |
END OF SESSION IV | |
SESSION III SCHEDULE | |
Wednesday
SESSION III:
ACUTE STROKE MANAGEMENT 2008
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7:55 AM - 8:00 AM | Welcome |
Presenters: Allan L. Brook, M.D. | |
THE BASICS OF STROKE MANAGEMENT | |
Moderator(s): Lou Caplan, M.D. / H. Christian Weston-Schumacher, M.D. | |
8:00 AM - 8:20 AM | Revisiting The Common Anatomic Locations And Risk Factors That Lead To Stroke: Embolic, Thrombotic And Hypoperfusion Scenarios |
Presenters: Lou Caplan, M.D. | |
8:21 AM - 8:41 AM | Practical Considerations In The Early Treatment Of Stroke: Evolution Into The 21st Century |
Presenters: Sam Zaidat, M.D. | |
8:42 AM - 8:52 AM | Pre-Hospital And Emergency Triage Issues: How To Cut Delays: Is It Pearls Or Hard Work? |
Presenters: Edward C. Jauch, M.D., M.S. | |
8:53 AM - 9:03 AM | Classic Stroke Clinical Syndromes And Mimics |
Presenters: Lou Caplan, M.D. | |
9:04 AM - 9:11 AM | Stroke And Disability Scales For The Beginner |
Presenters: H. Christian Weston-Schumacher, M.D. | |
STATE--OF-THE-ART NEUROIMAGING FOR STROKE | |
Moderator(s): Philip M. Meyers, M.D. / Joshua A. Hirsch, M.D. | |
9:12 AM - 9:19 AM | The Therapeutic Window Of Opportunity: What Is The Science Behind The Theory, And Is “Penumbra” The Practical Triage Focal Point: Should We Be Looking At The Brain Instead Of The Clock? |
Presenters: Michael L. Lipton, M.D., Ph.D. | |
9:20 AM - 9:27 AM | MR And CT Imaging: Proper Protocols And Interpretation In The Acute Setting, Including Diffusion, Perfusion, And Optimal Selection Of Patients |
Presenters: Meng Law, M.D. | |
9:28 AM - 9:35 AM | CTA And MRA: Advantages And Disadvantages (Carotid And Cerebral) |
Presenters: Todd S. Miller, M.D. | |
9:36 AM - 9:43 AM | Catheter Angiography: Why Is It Still The Gold Standard? |
Presenters: Philip M. Meyers, M.D. | |
CRITICAL EVALUATION OF CAROTID ARTERY STENTING | |
Moderator(s): Aman Patel, M.D. / Peter Gaines, M.D. | |
9:44 AM - 9:51 AM | The Trials And Tribulations Of Understanding Best Practice For Your Patient With Carotid Stenosis: Summary Of Carotid Trials |
Presenters: Mark H. Wholey, M.D. | |
9:52 AM - 9:59 AM | Do These Trials Really Apply To Your Practice: The Patient's Intrinsic Anatomic And Pathologic Risk Factors Ultimately Should Guide Selection, Along With The Operator's Intrinsic Capabilities: The Pearls Of Selecting Patients For CEA And CAS – A Dual Practitioner |
Presenters: Aman Patel, M.D. | |
10:00 AM - 10:07 AM | My Tips And Tricks To Perform CAS Safely And Effectively: Based On A 20-Year Experience In More Than 1,000 Patients |
Presenters: Peter Gaines, M.D. | |
10:08 AM - 10:15 AM | CAS: Great Rescues And Saves And How You Can Avoid Mistakes! |
Presenters: Michael H. Wholey, M.D. | |
10:16 AM - 10:23 AM | Carotid Injury And Repair: Techniques, Technology And Beyond |
Presenters: Gregg H. Zoarski, M.D. | |
10:24 AM - 10:40 AM | Coffee Break / Visit Exhibits |
ACUTE STROKE THERAPEUTIC OPTIONS 2008 | |
Moderator(s): Aquilla S. Turk, D.O. / Philip M. Meyers, M.D. | |
10:40 AM - 10:47 AM | Current Guidelines For IV Therapy |
Presenters: Steven H. Rudolph, M.D. | |
10:48 AM - 10:55 AM | The Role Of IA Thrombolysis In 2008 |
Presenters: Joshua A. Hirsch, M.D. | |
10:56 AM - 11:03 AM | What Is The Best Model For A Bridging Protocol: Summary Of IMS Trials - Lessons Learned |
Presenters: Steven R. Levine, M.D. | |
11:04 AM - 11:11 AM | IA Thrombectomy: What Are The Results – MERCI/MULTI MERCI 2008? |
Presenters: Raul G. Nogueria, M.D. | |
11:12 AM - 11:19 AM | New FDA Approved IA Clot Removal Device: PENUMBRA Early Results And Techniques |
Presenters: Jeffrey Farkas, M.D. | |
11:20 AM - 11:27 AM | Is The Paradigm Going To Evolve Into Angioplasty And Stenting Following The Cardiology Model Of The Prior Decade? |
Presenters: Peter K. Nelson, M.D. | |
11:28 AM - 11:38 AM | Posterior Circulation Stroke: Imaging, Angiography, And Endovascular Therapy |
Presenters: Gregg H. Zoarski, M.D. | |
11:39 AM - 11:59 AM | Discussion |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch Break |
STROKE AND NEURO INTENSIVE CARE UNITS | |
Moderator(s): H. Christian Weston-Schumacher, M.D. / Vladimir Kvetan, M.D. | |
1:00 PM - 1:07 PM | How To Best Form And Utilize A Stroke Unit/Neuro ICU |
Presenters: Mitchell S.V. Elkind, M.D. | |
1:08 PM - 1:15 PM | How To Organize Your Stroke Center/Team: Materials And Methods, Money And Men |
Presenters: Steven H. Rudolph, M.D. | |
INTRACRANIAL ATHEROSCLEROSIS MANAGEMENT | |
Moderator(s): Aquilla S. Turk, D.O. / Mark H. Wholey, M.D. | |
1:16 PM - 1:23 PM | Natural History And Best Medical Management |
Presenters: Lou Caplan, M.D. | |
1:24 PM - 1:31 PM | Interventional Treatment Options: Is Angioplasty Alone Durable? |
Presenters: Philip M. Meyers, M.D. | |
1:32 PM - 1:39 PM | Intracranial Stenting: Past, Present And Future |
Presenters: Aquilla S. Turk, D.O. | |
1:40 PM - 1:47 PM | Neurovascular Territories For The Interventionalist |
Presenters: Joshua A. Hirsch, M.D. | |
1:48 PM - 2:00 PM | Legal Ramification If You Do Or Do Not Treat With An FDA Approved Drug And/Or Device |
Presenters: Michael I. Weintraub, M.D. | |
2:01 PM - 2:15 PM | Discussion And Closing Remarks |
END OF SESSION III |