Thursday, November 15, 2007
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SESSION I SCHEDULE | |
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1:00 PM - 5:30 PM | This half-day lecture is a dynamic review and application of the laws of hemodynamics. In the first part of the lecture, we develop the hemodynamic equations in an interactive and intuitive manner. In the second part of the lecture, we learn how to apply these equations and how they predict the compensatory mechanisms of the body to stress. Specifically, we will review how the body can compensate for the stress of both exercise and disease. This workshop will be held on Thursday, November 15th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and is limited to the first 50 registrants. There is a separate $75 registration fee. To register, please visit our Registration page. |
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Friday, November 16, 2007
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SESSION IV SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION IV:
WORKSHOP ROTATION I
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11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 1. Step by Step Guide for the Evaluation of the Extracranial Carotid Arteries |
Presenters(s): Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT | |
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 2. Technical Tips on Renal Artery Duplex Evaluation |
Presenters(s): Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS | |
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 3. Reflux Testing: A Technical Demonstration |
Presenters(s): Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT | |
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 4. Preoperative Evaluation of Venous Anatomy Prior to Endovenous Therapy |
Presenters(s): Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU | |
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 5. Step by Step Guide to Ruling Out Deep Vein Thrombosis of the Lower Extremity |
Presenters(s): Diana L. Neuhardt, RVT, RPhS | |
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM | 6. Advanced Carotid Artery Interpretation |
Presenters(s): Laurence Needleman, MD | |
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SESSION VI SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION VI:
WORKSHOP ROTATION II
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1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 1. Short Protocol and Technical Tips on Lower Extremity Arterial Mapping |
Presenters(s): Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT | |
1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 2. Preoperative Evaluation and Postoperative Assessment of Dialysis Access Fistula |
Presenters(s): Jonathan Edwards, RVT | |
1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 3. Transcranial Doppler |
Presenters(s): Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU | |
1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 4. Raising the Bar: More on Career Pathways and Higher Education |
Presenters(s): Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU / Terrence D. Case, EdM, RVT, FSVU | |
1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 5. Getting Started with the ICAVL Accreditation and/or Re-Accreditation Application Process |
Presenters(s): Sandra L. Katanick, RN, RVT, CAE, FSVU | |
1:40 PM - 2:55 PM | 6. Preparation for Certification |
Presenters(s): Frank Miele, MSEE | |
2:55 PM - 3:20 PM | SESSION BREAK / VISIT EXHIBITS |
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SESSION VII SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION VII:
ULTRASOUND, CLINICAL MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS AND MARKETING ASPECTS OF ENDOVENOUS TREATMENT OF SUPERFICIAL VENOUS DISEASE
Moderators:Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU
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3:20 PM - 3:32 PM | Recommendations For Starting And Marketing Your Phlebology Practice |
Presenters(s): Alan M. Dietzek, MD, FACS, RPVI | |
3:32 PM - 3:44 PM | How And Why To Incorporate Physiologic Testing Into The Evaluation Of Patients With Chronic Venous Disease |
Presenters(s): Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT | |
3:44 PM - 3:56 PM | Critical Role Of The Vascular Lab In The Phlebology Practice: Pre, Peri And Post Thermal And Chemical Ablation Procedures |
Presenters(s): Diana L. Neuhardt, RVT, RPhS | |
3:56 PM - 4:08 PM | Anatomic Considerations And Standardization Of The Assessment For Venous Reflux: Recommendations From The UIP Consensus Document |
Presenters(s): Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT | |
4:08 PM - 4:20 PM | Customizing The Reflux Examination Based On Common Patterns Of Reflux |
Presenters(s): Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU | |
4:20 PM - 4:32 PM | Review Of The Various Endovenous Options Available For Ablation Of Varicose Veins: Techniques, Types Of Lasers, Radiofrequency And Chemical Ablation Options |
Presenters(s): Evan C. Lipsitz, MD | |
4:32 PM - 4:44 PM | Ten Top Tips For Endovenous Ablation Of The Saphenous Vein: Key Points For The Vascular Technologist |
Presenters(s): Ali Amin, MD, RVT, FACS, FACC | |
4:44 PM - 4:56 PM | Post Vein Ablation Venous Duplex: Common Findings And Complications |
Presenters(s): Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU | |
4:56 PM - 5:08 PM | Coding And Reimbursement For The Phlebology Practice: Present Status And Future Needs |
Presenters(s): Diana L. Neuhardt, RVT, RPhS | |
5:08 PM - 5:30 PM | Panel Discussion |
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SESSION III SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION III:
PRACTICE ENHANCEMENTS, LABORATORY MANAGEMENT AND QUALITY INITIATIVES
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9:55 AM - 10:07 AM | Patient Communication: How To And How Much Is Right For The Technologist/Sonographer |
Presenters(s): William A. Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU | |
10:07 AM - 10:19 AM | A Structured Report Audit System For Quality Assurance And Improvement Of Your Vascular Lab Reports |
Presenters(s): Douglas L. Wooster, MD | |
10:19 AM - 10:31 AM | Vascular Lab 2008: How To Utilize The Vascular Laboratory And Survive In A Hostile Environment |
Presenters(s): Russell H. Samson, MD, RVT, FACS | |
10:31 AM - 10:43 AM | Career Pathways For The Ultrasonographer |
Presenters(s): Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU | |
10:43 AM - 10:55 AM | The Importance Of Sonographer Certification: Should This Be Mandated? Is It Realistic? |
Presenters(s): Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU | |
10:55 AM - 11:07 AM | Distance Degree Completion for the Vascular Technologist |
Presenters(s): Terrence D. Case, EdM, RVT, FSVU | |
11:07 AM - 11:19 AM | Tailoring Your Environment To Your Ergonomic Needs: The “Ergonomically” Correct Examination Room |
Presenters(s): Susan L. Murphey, BS, RDMS, RDCS, CECD | |
11:19 AM - 11:35 AM | Panel Discussion |
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SESSION II SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION II:
CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE: PATIENT MANAGEMENT, DISEASE CLASSIFICATION AND EMERGING TECHNIQUES
Moderators:Evan C. Lipsitz, MD
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7:50 AM - 8:00 AM | Welcome And Opening Remarks |
Presenters(s): George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU | |
8:00 AM - 8:12 AM | Ten Top Tips For The Performance Of Carotid Duplex Ultrasound: How I Do It And Why |
Presenters(s): Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS | |
8:12 AM - 8:24 AM | Incorporating Carotid Plaque Characterization Into The Assessment Of The Patient With Carotid Stenosis: How To Do It And Why It Makes A Difference |
Presenters(s): Richard C. Pennell, MD, FACS | |
8:24 AM - 8:36 AM | Noninvasive Identification Of The Unstable Carotid Plaque |
Presenters(s): Brajesh K. Lal, MD | |
8:36 AM - 8:48 AM | Comparison Of Techniques For Intraoperative Evaluation After CEA: There Is No Value In These Approaches |
Presenters(s): Keith D. Calligaro, MD | |
8:48 AM - 9:00 AM | Completion Assessment Using Duplex Ultrasound Post CEA Does Make A Difference |
Presenters(s): Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT | |
9:00 AM - 9:12 AM | A Review Of Carotid Duplex Interpretative Criteria In The Era Of Carotid Stenting |
Presenters(s): Robert M. Zwolak, MD, PhD | |
9:12 AM - 9:24 AM | Do Carotid Stent Restenosis Criteria Need To Be Adjusted For Gender |
Presenters(s): Carlos H. Timaran, MD | |
9:24 AM - 9:35 AM | Panel Discussion |
9:35 AM - 9:55 AM | SESSION BREAK |
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12:40 PM - 1:00 PM | Innovations In Ultrasound: Improving Imaging And Workflow |
Presenters(s): Jim R. Brown, RT, RDMS, RDCS | |
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM | Inovations In Ultrasound: Incorporating New Technologies In The Clinical Setting |
Presenters(s): Monica McCrea, RDMS, RVT | |
1:20 PM - 1:40 PM | Panel Discussion |
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Saturday, November 17, 2007
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SESSION XII SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION XII:
NOVEL TECHNIQUES AND OTHER PRACTICE ISSUES
Moderators:Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT
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3:00 PM - 3:12 PM | Vascular Ultrasound: How Does It Stack Up Against Other Imaging Modalities? |
Presenters(s): Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS | |
3:12 PM - 3:24 PM | Transcranial Doppler For The Evaluation Of Patients With Patent Foramen Ovale |
Presenters(s): Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU | |
3:24 PM - 3:36 PM | Measurement Of Intima Media Thickness: How To Do It And What It Means Long Term |
Presenters(s): William A. Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU | |
3:36 PM - 3:48 PM | AAA Screening Is Underutilized: Barriers To Screening And Lessons Learned From A Survey Of Primary Care Practitioners |
Presenters(s): Douglas L. Wooster, MD | |
3:48 PM - 4:00 PM | Appropriate Use Of After Hours Vascular Lab Studies And Current Status Of Emergency Department Ultrasound For The Detection Of Lower Extremity Deep Vein Thrombosis: Pros, Cons, Safety Issues |
Presenters(s): Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT | |
4:00 PM - 4:10 PM | Panel Discussion |
4:10 PM - 4:20 PM | SESSION BREAK |
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SESSION XI SCHEDULE | |
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1:15 PM - 1:27 PM | The Effect Of Cardiac Pathologies On Peripheral Arterial Disease Evaluation |
Presenters(s): Frank Miele, MSEE | |
1:27 PM - 1:39 PM | The Evolving Role Of Physiologic Testing In Today’s Vascular Lab |
Presenters(s): Russell H. Samson, MD, RVT, FACS | |
1:39 PM - 1:51 PM | Lower Extremity Arterial Mapping: A More Efficient And Streamlined Approach And Protocol |
Presenters(s): Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU | |
1:51 PM - 2:03 PM | Femoral-Femoral Prosthetic Graft Surveillance: Is There A Role For Duplex Ultrasound? |
Presenters(s): Dennis F. Bandyk, MD | |
2:03 PM - 2:15 PM | Popliteal Artery Volume Flow Measurement: A New And Reliable Predictor Of Early Patency After Infrainguinal Balloon Angioplasty And Subintimal Dissection |
Presenters(s): Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT | |
2:15 PM - 2:27 PM | Optimal Use Of The Vascular Lab In Assessment, Treatment And Follow-up Of Patients With Iatrogenic Pseudoaneurysms |
Presenters(s): Ali F. AbuRahma, MD | |
2:27 PM - 2:40 PM | Panel Discussion |
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM | SESSION BREAK / VISIT EXHIBITS |
END OF SESSION XI | |
SESSION VIII SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION VIII:
ENDOVASCULAR, ABDOMINAL AND HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS
Moderators:Laurence Needleman, MD
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7:45 AM - 7:57 AM | Use Of Duplex Ultrasound To Guide Endovascular Procedures: Representative Lower Extremity, Carotid And Dialysis Case Studies, Technical Tips And Lessons Learned |
Presenters(s): Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT | |
7:57 AM - 8:09 AM | Role Of Duplex Ultrasound In The Diagnosis Of Complications Associated With Endovascular And Cardiac Procedures |
Presenters(s): Ali Amin, MD, RVT, FACS, FACC | |
8:09 AM - 8:21 AM | Preoperative Noninvasive Evaluation For Hemodialysis Access: Strategies For Improving Outcomes |
Presenters(s): Alan M. Dietzek, MD, FACS, RPVI | |
8:21 AM - 8:33 AM | Common Renal Pathology Encountered During Renal Doppler Studies |
Presenters(s): Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS | |
8:33 AM - 8:45 AM | Insights Into Renal And Mesenteric Interpretation: Hemodynamic Considerations |
Presenters(s): Michael R. Jaff, DO | |
8:45 AM - 8:57 AM | Mesenteric Bypasses: Duplex Scan Characteristics |
Presenters(s): Gregory L. Moneta, MD | |
8:57 AM - 9:10 AM | Panel Discussion |
9:10 AM - 9:30 AM | SESSION BREAK / VISIT EXHIBITS |
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SESSION IX SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION IX:
VASCULAR LAB MANAGEMENT: CURRENT CRITICAL GOVERNMENTAL, INTERSOCIETAL AND REIMBURSEMENT ISSUES
Moderators:Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU
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9:30 AM - 9:42 AM | Up To The Minute Critical Issues In Vascular Ultrasound And Introduction To The Session |
Presenters(s): Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU | |
9:42 AM - 9:54 AM | What Is On The Horizon For Vascular Laboratory Reimbursement |
Presenters(s): Robert M. Zwolak, MD, PhD | |
9:54 AM - 10:04 AM | Updates On The Fistula First Initiative: Is It Any Closer To Reality And What Will It Mean In The Vascular Lab |
Presenters(s): Clifford M. Sales, MD, MBA | |
10:04 AM - 10:14 AM | Updates And Future Directions For The ICAVL |
Presenters(s): Sandra L. Katanick, RN, RVT, CAE, FSVU | |
10:14 AM - 10:24 AM | CERTIFICATION AND CREDENTIALING ISSUES: Update On The Activities Of The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) |
Presenters(s): Steven A. Leers, MD | |
10:24 AM - 10:34 AM | CERTIFICATION AND CREDENTIALING ISSUES: Update On The Activities Of The Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) |
Presenters(s): Gail P. Size, BS, RVT, RVS, FSVU | |
10:34 AM - 10:46 AM | Current State Of The Society for Vascular Ultrasound And Highlights Of Its 30th Annual Conference |
Presenters(s): Melissa A. Vickery, LPN-B, RVT / Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU | |
10:46 AM - 10:56 AM | Update On The SAVER Initiative |
Presenters(s): Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU | |
10:56 AM - 11:06 AM | Update On The Activities Of The Vascular Disease Foundation |
Presenters(s): Michael R. Jaff, DO | |
11:06 AM - 11:20 AM | Panel Discussion |
END OF SESSION IX | |
SESSION X SCHEDULE | |
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SESSION X:
WORKSHOP ROTATION III
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11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 1. Step by Step Guide for the Evaluation of the Extraccranial Carotid Arteries |
Presenters(s): Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU | |
11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 2. How to Imge the Aortoiliac Arterial System |
Presenters(s): William N. Del Valle, RVT | |
11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 3. Reflux Testing: A Technical Demonstration |
Presenters(s): Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT | |
11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 4. Open Forum on Government Relations, SVU, and Other Societal Issues |
Presenters(s): Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU / Melissa A. Vickery, LPN-B, RVT | |
11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 5. Screening: New Trends in Early Detection and Prevention |
Presenters(s): Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU | |
11:25 AM - 12:15 PM | 6. Getting Started with the ICAVL Accreditation and/or Re-Accreditation Application Process |
Presenters(s): Sandra L. Katanick, RN, RVT, CAE, FSVU | |
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | LUNCH ON YOUR OWN |
END OF SESSION X | |
SESSION XIII SCHEDULE | |
Saturday
SESSION XIII:
VENOUS SESSION: ADVANCES, CONTROVERSIES AND NEW HORIZONS IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND ASSESSMENT OF DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS
Moderators:Mark A. Oliver, MD, RVT, RPVI, FSVU
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4:20 PM - 4:32 PM | Summary Of The AVF National Pilot Screening Program For Venous Disease |
Presenters(s): William R. Flinn, MD | |
4:32 PM - 4:44 PM | Current Approaches And Controversial Issues In The Ultrasound Assessment For Deep Vein Thrombosis |
Presenters(s): Laurence Needleman, MD | |
4:44 PM - 4:56 PM | A New Ultrasonographic Sign For Determination Of Age Of Venous Thrombus |
Presenters(s): Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT | |
4:56 PM - 5:08 PM | Incidental Findings And Other Non-Vascular Pathology Encountered During The Venous Duplex Examination Of The Lower Extremities |
Presenters(s): Mark A. Oliver, MD, RVT, RPVI, FSVU | |
5:08 PM - 5:20 PM | Objective Duplex Derived Criteria For The Evaluation Of Suspected Central Vein Stenosis |
Presenters(s): Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT | |
5:20 PM - 5:30 PM | Panel Discussion |
5:30 PM - 5:30 PM | Symposium Ends |
END OF SESSION XIII | |