SESSION 1 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 1: WAVEFORMS, PRESSURE AND FLOW
Moderators:Laurence Needleman, MD  
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7:50 AM - 8:00 AM Welcome And Opening Remarks
  Presenter(s):George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU  
8:00 AM - 8:10 AM The Ankle Brachial Index: Systolic vs. Diastolic, Highest vs. Lowest Tibial ABI, Surgery vs. Screening Decisions
  Presenter(s):Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
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8:10 AM - 8:20 AM Effects Of Cardiac Conditions On Arterial And Venous Waveforms Of The Upper And Lower Extremities
  Presenter(s):Frank Miele, MSEE  
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM Carotid Duplex Waveform Analysis In Normal And Abnormal Conditions
  Presenter(s):Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS  
8:30 AM - 8:40 AM Carotid Duplex Waveforms As An Indicator Of Cardiovascular Disease
  Presenter(s):Terrence D. Case, EdM, RVT, FSVU  
8:40 AM - 8:50 AM The Physiology Of The Steal Syndrome
  Presenter(s):Billy Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU  
8:50 AM - 9:00 AM Panel Discussion
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM Break
Visit Exhibits and Pavilions (2nd and 3rd Floors)

END OF SESSION 1
 
SESSION 2 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 2: VISCERAL VASCULAR, AORTA AND ENDOLEAK DETECTION
Moderators:Evan C. Lipsitz, MD  
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9:30 AM - 9:42 AM AAA Screening: Who Should Be Screened And How To Do It
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD  
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9:42 AM - 9:54 AM Kidney Transplant Rejection: Do Tissue Changes Precede Hemodynamic Changes And Symptoms?
  Presenter(s):Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
9:54 AM - 10:06 AM Abdominal Vascular Related Pathology Not Commonly Encountered By The Vascular Sonographer
  Presenter(s):Leslie M. Scoutt, MD  
10:06 AM - 10:18 AM Non-Vascular Pathology For The RVT: What’s Worrisome And What’s Probably Not
  Presenter(s):Robert De Jong, RDMS, RVT, FSDMS  
10:18 AM - 10:30 AM My 5 Top Tips To Enhance Endoleak Detection With Duplex Ultrasound
  Presenter(s):Kathleen A. Carter, BSN, RN, RVT, FSVU  
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10:30 AM - 10:40 AM Panel Discussion
10:40 AM - 10:45 AM Transition to Workshops (Americas Hall 2, 3rd Floor)
END OF SESSION 2
 
SESSION 3 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 3: WORKSHOP ROTATION I
Moderators:TBD
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LOCATION: AMERICAS HALL 2 (ENTER FROM MAIN EXHIBIT HALL - AMERICAS HALL 1 - 3RD FLOOR)
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 1. Advanced Carotid Artery Duplex Imaging And Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU / Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS  
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 2. Tips For Arterial Mapping Of The Lower Extremity
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU / Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT  
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10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 3. Transcranial Doppler
  Presenter(s):Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU  
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 4. Advance Venous, Arterial And Physiologic Testing Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD / Leslie M. Scoutt, MD  
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 5. Lower Extremity Venous And Reflux Testing (Protocols And Techniques)
  Presenter(s):Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT  
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 6. Technical Tips For Visceral Vascular, Aorta And EVAR Imaging And Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Robert De Jong, RDMS, RVT, FSDMS / Billy Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU / Kathleen A. Carter, BSN, RN, RVT, FSVU  
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10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 7. Hemodialysis Access: Preoperative Mapping And Post Placement Assessment
  Presenter(s):Larry A. Scher, MD  
10:45 AM - 11:55 AM 8. Critical Thinking And Leadership Skills: How Do I Acquire And Apply It In The Management Of The Vascular Laboratory
  Presenter(s):Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS / George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU  
11:55 AM - 1:10 PM Lunch On Your Own
END OF SESSION 3
 
SESSION 4 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 4: WORKSHOP ROTATION II
Moderators:TBD
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LOCATION: AMERICAS HALL 2 (ENTER FROM MAIN EXHIBIT HALL - AMERICAS HALL 1 - 3RD FLOOR)
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 1. Advanced Carotid Artery Duplex Imaging And Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU / Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS  
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 2. Tips For Arterial Mapping Of The Lower Extremity
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU / Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT  
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1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 3. Transcranial Doppler
  Presenter(s):Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU  
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 4. Advance Venous, Arterial And Physiologic Testing Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD / Leslie M. Scoutt, MD  
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 5. Lower Extremity Venous And Reflux Testing (Protocols And Techniques)
  Presenter(s):Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT  
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 6. Technical Tips For Visceral Vascular, Aorta And EVAR Imaging And Interpretation
  Presenter(s):Robert De Jong, RDMS, RVT, FSDMS / Billy Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU / Kathleen A. Carter, BSN, RN, RVT, FSVU  
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1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 7. Hemodialysis Access: Preoperative Mapping And Post Placement Assessment
  Presenter(s):Larry A. Scher, MD  
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM 8. Critical Thinking And Leadership Skills: How Do I Acquire And Apply It In The Management Of The Vascular Laboratory
  Presenter(s):Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS / George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU  
2:10 PM - 2:15 PM Transition to Trianon Ballroom, 3rd Floor
END OF SESSION 4
 
SESSION 5 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 5: NOVEL TECHNOLOGIES AND CUTTING EDGE TECHNIQUES
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2:15 PM - 2:24 PM Ultrasound Fusion Imaging For Aortic Endograft Evaluation
  Presenter(s):Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
2:24 PM - 2:33 PM Musculoskeletal Mimics Of Vascular Disease Processes
  Presenter(s):Lauren Lown, BS, RDMS, RVT  
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2:33 PM - 2:42 PM IMT And Brachial Artery Flow Mediated Dilatation
  Presenter(s):Billy Zang, BS, RVT, RDMS, FSVU  
2:42 PM - 2:51 PM Virtual Histology Of Atherosclerotic Plaque Using IVUS
  Presenter(s):Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
2:51 PM - 3:00 PM Panel Discussion
3:00 PM - 3:05 PM Break - Visit Exhibits and Pavilions
(2nd and 3rd Floors)
END OF SESSION 5
 
SESSION 6 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 6: PRACTICE ENHANCEMENTS - PART I: LAB MANAGEMENT, PERSONNEL, TRAINING AND QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES (9 MINUTE TALKS)
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3:05 PM - 3:14 PM Leadership Defined: A Review Of The Basic Concepts Of Leadership In Healthcare
  Presenter(s):Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS  
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3:14 PM - 3:23 PM Managing Your Career: Mentors, Marketing Yourself, Changing Jobs, Getting Promoted
  Presenter(s):Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU  
3:23 PM - 3:32 PM Staff Development And Competency Assessment Strategies
  Presenter(s):Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU  
3:32 PM - 3:41 PM Work / Life Balance: Does It Matter? Achieving Flow And Happiness In The Workplace
  Presenter(s):Michael W. Schwebler, MBA, RVT, FSVU  
3:41 PM - 3:50 PM Panel Discussion
3:50 PM - 4:20 PM Break
Visit Exhibits and Pavilions (2nd and 3rd Floors)
END OF SESSION 6
 
SESSION 7 SCHEDULE
Friday
SESSION 7: DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC VENOUS DISEASE
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THIS IMPORTANT SESSION IS TAILORED TO THE EVERYDAY NEED IN TERMS OF CHRONIC VENOUS DISEASE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT. IT IS BALANCED FOR TECHNOLOGISTS, PHYSICIANS AND OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS THAT HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND FOLLOW-UP OF CHRONIC VENOUS DISEASE. THE FACULTY INCLUDES INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED EXPERTS IN THE FIELD AND KEY MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN VENOUS FORUM AND THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHLEBOLOGY. ALL HAVE A GREAT INTEREST IN VEIN DISEASE, ARE WELL PUBLISHED IN THE SPECIALTY AND LECTURE BOTH NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY.
4:20 PM - 4:28 PM From The Clinical Diagnosis To Ultrasound: Clinical Case
  Presenter(s):Peter J. Pappas, MD  
4:28 PM - 4:36 PM Patterns Of Reflux In The Saphenous Veins
  Presenter(s):Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT  
4:36 PM - 4:44 PM Recurrent Vein Reflux
  Presenter(s):Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT  
4:44 PM - 4:52 PM Clinical Importance Of Identifying Postthrombotic Changes
  Presenter(s):Mark H. Meissner, MD  
4:52 PM - 5:00 PM Diagnosis Of Pelvic Vein Pathology
  Presenter(s):Antonios P. Gasparis, MD  
5:00 PM - 5:08 PM Role Of Ultrasound During Endovenous Therapy
  Presenter(s):Jose I. Almeida, MD, FACS, RVT  
5:08 PM - 5:19 PM Presentation And Diagnosis Of Complex Vein Disease
  Presenter(s):Robert B. McLafferty, MD  
5:19 PM - 5:27 PM Lack Of Ultrasound Training On Chronic Venous Disease: How To Bridge The Gap
  Presenter(s):George L. Berdejo, BA, RVT, FSVU  
5:27 PM - 5:45 PM Panel Discussion
END OF SESSION 7
 
SESSION 8 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 8: VASCULAR ULTRASOUND: “CURVEBALLS AND CONTROVERSIES”
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7:40 AM - 7:48 AM Arterial Ultrasound Imaging Is Overused: Strategic Use Of Duplex Scanning For Patients With Arterial Occlusive Disease
  Presenter(s):Nicos Labropoulos, BSc (Med), PhD, DIC, RVT  
7:48 AM - 7:56 AM After-Hours Vascular Testing: Results Of The 2011 American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Survey
  Presenter(s):R. Eugene Zierler, MD  
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7:56 AM - 8:04 AM Cardiovascular Resonance: A New Technology To Detect Carotid Stenosis
  Presenter(s):Phillip J. Bendick, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
8:04 AM - 8:12 AM Carotid And Subclavian Artery Findings With Hybrid Thoracic Endovascular Procedures
  Presenter(s):Douglas L. Wooster, MD  
8:12 AM - 8:20 AM Iatrogenic May-Thurner Syndrome Following EVAR: Something You Should Be Aware Of
  Presenter(s):Alan M. Dietzek, MD, RPVI, FACS  
8:20 AM - 8:28 AM Screening For Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis And Renal Artery Stenosis In Patients Undergoing Long-Term Tunneled Dialysis Catheter Placement
  Presenter(s):Anil P. Hingorani, MD  
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8:28 AM - 8:35 AM Panel Discussion
8:35 AM - 8:40 AM Break
END OF SESSION 8
 
SESSION 9 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 9: CURRENT CRITICAL GOVERNMENTAL, INTERSOCIETAL AND REIMBURSEMENT ISSUES
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8:40 AM - 8:50 AM SVU/SVS Collaboration: How Does This Impact Vascular Laboratories?
  Presenter(s):Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS  
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8:50 AM - 8:57 AM Impact Of 2012 Physician's Fee Schedule On The Vascular Lab
  Presenter(s):Robert M. Zwolak, MD, PhD  
8:57 AM - 9:04 AM How The PEAC And RUC Impact Vascular Lab Reimbursement
  Presenter(s):Sean P. Roddy, MD  
9:04 AM - 9:11 AM How Can Vascular Labs Keep Up With Changing LCDs?
  Presenter(s):Robert M. Zwolak, MD, PhD  
ACCREDITATION AND CERTIFICATION ISSUES, UPDATES AND FUTURE INITIATIVES
9:11 AM - 9:18 AM The Real Impact Of The CARE Bill
  Presenter(s):Anne M. Jones, RN, BSN, RVT, RDMS, FSVU, FSDMS  
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9:18 AM - 9:25 AM Mandatory Accreditation In The Vascular Lab: Is That Our Future?
  Presenter(s):Sandra L. Katanick, RN, RVT, CAE, FSVU  
9:25 AM - 9:32 AM Certification: Will Specialty Credentials And Recertification Strengthen Or Undermine Vascular Technology?
  Presenter(s):R. Eugene Zierler, MD  
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9:32 AM - 9:45 AM Panel Discussion
END OF SESSION 9
 
SESSION 10 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 10: CEREBROVASCULAR IMAGING (10-MINUTE TALKS)
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9:45 AM - 9:55 AM Practical Technical Tips To Facilitate The Carotid Duplex Examination
  Presenter(s):Kathleen A. Carter, BSN, RN, RVT, FSVU  
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9:55 AM - 10:05 AM Should The Standard Duplex Velocity Criteria For The Diagnosis Of Carotid Stenosis Be Changed After Carotid Endarterectomy With Patch Closure: Results From Randomized Carotid Trial
  Presenter(s):Ali F. AbuRahma, MD  
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10:05 AM - 10:15 AM Key Factors Influencing Quality And Accuracy Of A Carotid Duplex Exam: Testing, Interpretation And Accreditation
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU  
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10:15 AM - 10:25 AM Duplex For Follow-up After Carotid Stenting: Techniques And Interpretation Criteria
  Presenter(s):Ann Marie Kupinski, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
10:25 AM - 10:35 AM Practical Approach For The Diagnosis And Planning For Treatment Of Carotid Stenosis: CDU, CTA, MRA, CA: Which Is Best, When And Why
  Presenter(s):Richard C. Pennell, MD, FACS  
10:34 AM - 10:45 AM Panel Discussion
10:45 AM - 10:50 AM Transition to Workshops (4th Floor)
END OF SESSION 10
 
SESSION 11 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 11: WORKSHOP ROTATION III
Moderators:TBD
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LOCATION: HOLLAND SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 1. Exactly Who Is IAC Vacular Testing And What Have They Done With ICAVL?
  Presenter(s):Sandra L. Katanick, RN, RVT, CAE, FSVU  
LOCATION: HUDSON SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 2. Doppler Tips And Techniques: Technical Issues That Can Cause A Misdiagnosis
  Presenter(s):Robert De Jong, RDMS, RVT, FSDMS  
LOCATION: EAST SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 3. Lessons Learned From Interesting And Unusual Cases From High Volume Labs
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU / R. Eugene Zierler, MD  
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LOCATION: HARLEM SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 4. Tricks And Tips For Improving Vascular Duplex
  Presenter(s):Ann Marie Kupinski, PhD, RVT, FSVU / Cindy A. Owen, RVT, RDMS, FSDMS  
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LOCATION: NEW YORK SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 5. Musculoskeletal Mimics Of Vascular Disease
  Presenter(s):Lauren Lown, BS, RDMS, RVT  
LOCATION: LINCOLN SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 6. Identifying And Managing Ultrasound Artifacts
  Presenter(s):Frank Miele, MSEE  
MIDTOWN SUITE, 4TH FLOOR
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM 7. More On Report Writing
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD / Leslie M. Scoutt, MD  
11:50 AM - 1:00 PM Lunch On Your Own
END OF SESSION 11
 
SESSION 12 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 12: PRACTICE ENHANCEMENTS II: ISSUES RELATED TO TRAINING, EDUCATION, COST, EFFICIENCY, AND OTHER IMPORTANT CONCEPTS IN VASCULAR ULTRASOUND
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1:00 PM - 1:10 PM How Can We Standardize Clinical Education In Vascular Ultrasound: Focus On The Clinical Site
  Presenter(s):Joseph P. Hughes, RVS, RVT, FSVU  
1:10 PM - 1:20 PM Imaging The World: A New Paradigm For Ultrasound
  Presenter(s):Frank Miele, MSEE  
1:20 PM - 1:30 PM Use Of A Site-Visit Peer-Assessment Of Ultrasound Facilities For Quality Improvement
  Presenter(s):Douglas L. Wooster, MD  
1:30 PM - 1:40 PM Cost-Effectiveness Of A Health System Vascular Screening Program: Benefits And How To
  Presenter(s):John Blebea, MD, MBA  
1:40 PM - 1:50 PM Key Words At Key Times: Report Writing Strategies: What’s The Best Way To Say What Needs To Be Said: 4 Case Study Presentations
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD  
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1:50 PM - 2:00 PM Panel Discussion
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM Break
END OF SESSION 12
 
SESSION 13 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 13: VENOUS SESSION: BACKGROUND, TECHNIQUES FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF VENOUS DISEASE OF THE LOWER EXTREMITIES
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2:10 PM - 2:20 PM Venous Thrombo-Embolic Disease: Scope Of The Problem, Incidence Of DVT And Pulmonary Embolism: Implications For The Vascular Ultrasound Professional
  Presenter(s):Mark A. Oliver, MD, RVT, RPVI, FSVU  
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2:20 PM - 2:30 PM Evidence Based Venous Ultrasound
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD  
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2:30 PM - 2:40 PM Practical Technical Tips To Facilitate The LE Venous Duplex Examination
  Presenter(s):Ann Marie Kupinski, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
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2:40 PM - 2:50 PM Venous Thrombosis: Acute, Chronic, Recurrent
  Presenter(s):Laurence Needleman, MD  
2:50 PM - 3:00 PM Grey Scale Median (GSM) Of Leg DVT: Thrombus Characterization
  Presenter(s):Sergio X. Salles-Cunha, PhD, RVT, FSVU  
3:00 PM - 3:10 PM CTA, CTV And Ultrasound In The Diagnosis Of Venous Thromboembolism Related To Pulmonary Embolism: Is Duplex Overused, What Is The Optimal Approach
  Presenter(s):R. Eugene Zierler, MD  
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3:10 PM - 3:20 PM The Role Of D-Dimer And Ultrasound In The Follow-up Management Of Patients With Deep Vein Thrombosis
  Presenter(s):Dennis F. Bandyk, MD  
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM Panel Discussion
3:30 PM - 3:35 PM Break
END OF SESSION 13
 
SESSION 14 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 14: ARTERIAL IMAGING
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3:35 PM - 3:45 PM Practical Duplex Arterial Evaluation Of The Lower Extremity: My Top Take Home Tips
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU  
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3:45 PM - 3:55 PM Iatrogenic Injuries Of The Common Femoral And External Iliac Artery During Endograft Placement: An Underdiagnosed Entity
  Presenter(s):Anil P. Hingorani, MD  
3:55 PM - 4:05 PM GSM Of Femoral Atheromas Facilitate Assessment Of Intimal Dissection Technique Reentry
  Presenter(s):Natalie A. Marks, MD, RVT  
4:05 PM - 4:15 PM Panel Discussion
END OF SESSION 14
 
SESSION 15 SCHEDULE
Saturday
SESSION 15: DIALYSIS ACCESS
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4:15 PM - 4:25 PM Ultrasound For AVF Planning And Surveillance: What Is The Information That Is Needed, How Is It Acquired? Proposal For A Standard Technique
  Presenter(s):Patricia (Tish) A. Poe, BA, RVT, FSVU  
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4:25 PM - 4:35 PM Tips for Duplex Evaluation Of The Suspected Failing Dialysis Access
  Presenter(s):Kathleen A. Carter, BSN, RN, RVT, FSVU  
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4:35 PM - 4:45 PM Dialysis Access Outcomes In The Era Of The Fistula First Initiative
  Presenter(s):Clifford M. Sales, MD, MBA  
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4:45 PM - 4:55 PM Vascular Lab Criteria For Dialysis Access Maturation And Dysfunction
  Presenter(s):Dennis F. Bandyk, MD  
4:55 PM - 5:05 PM 5 Tips For Duplex Guided AV Access Intervention
  Presenter(s):David Fox, MD, FACS  
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5:05 PM - 5:15 PM Panel Discussion
5:15 PM - 5:15 PM Symposium Ends
Raffle Drawing - You Must Be Present To Win

END OF SESSION 15