Foundations in Cardiology Practice

COURSE LOCATION
Hilton Austin
500 East 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This comprehensive program brings together leading experts in cardiovascular disease for an in-depth review of the most important fundamentals and recent advancements in cardiovascular medicine. The course will cover key topics and developments to ensure that healthcare professionals are equipped with the latest knowledge to deliver the highest quality of care and achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Attendees will gain essential updates and actionable recommendations that can be immediately incorporated into clinical practice. This program is designed for both advanced healthcare professionals and primary care providers, offering a wide range of cardiovascular topics to enhance their clinical expertise and improve patient care.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• recognize electrocardiogram findings of common arrhythmias;
• apply new guidelines on a spectrum of cardiovascular diseases;
• discuss new and current pharmacologic therapy in cardiovascular medicine;
• apply current guidelines for the management of heart failure;
• discuss coronary syndromes utilizing aspects of patient presentation and diagnostic testing; 
• identify appropriate patients for structural interventions; and,
• decribe when to refer for advanced valve therapies.

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

INTENDED AUDIENCE
This course is designed for advanced practice professionals, nurses, physicians, and allied health staff seeking up-to-date, practical information in cardiovascular medicine. Fellows in training and recent graduates will also find the content highly relevant, with a focus on real-world strategies to enhance patient care and improve clinical outcomes in cardiovascular practice.

LIVESTREAM PARTICIPATION
Participation in the livestream must take place during the scheduled streaming hours listed for the course. This course is not designed or approved as an on-demand learning activity, and no recordings will be available. Livestream viewing is offered in real time only.