Hawaii Heart - Echocardiography and Multimodality Imaging

COURSE LOCATION
Grand Hyatt Kauai
1571 Poipu Road
Koloa, HI 96756

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course brings together leading experts in cardiovascular imaging to provide a comprehensive, clinically focused review of cardiovascular imaging, with a focus on the application of echocardiography (including interventional, 3D and strain imaging), cardiac CT, MRI and PET in the evaluation and management of cardiovascular disease. Expert faculty will discuss the latest advances in imaging technology, emerging clinical applications, and utility of each modality across a broad spectrum of cardiovascular conditions.

Through state-of-the-art lectures and interactive case-based discussions, participants will gain practical insights into the optimal use of cardiovascular imaging for diagnosis, risk stratification, prognosis, and therapeutic decision-making. Clinical cases will highlight real-world challenges, imaging dilemmas, and evidence-based management strategies, emphasizing the complementary role of multimodality imaging in contemporary cardiovascular care.

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

• utilize diagnostic imaging in clinical decision-making for cardiovascular disease;
• identify when to use imaging to diagnose valve disease;
• compare imaging methods used to evaluate heart failure;
• review current methods for evaluating aortic disorders; and,
• identify common heart abnormalities in adults with congenital heart disease.

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 cardiologists, cardiac anesthesiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, general internists, internal medicine subspecialists, advanced practice professionals, cardiac sonographers, and other primary healthcare providers with an interest in cardiovascular imaging. Participants involved in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular disease will benefit from the in-depth review of imaging modalities and their clinical applications.

Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop: Enhance Your Skills with Hands-On Ultrasound Training
Join us for focused sessions designed to build your confidence and competence in the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in cardiovascular and acute care settings. The workshop begins with a didactic session on Sunday, February 8, featuring expert instruction on image acquisition, interpretation, and the integration of ultrasound findings into clinical decision-making. Throughout the week, participants may engage in immersive, hands-on training aimed at enhancing proficiency in bedside ultrasound techniques (space is limited).

Whether you are new to POCUS or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers personalized instruction in a small-group setting to ensure participants leave with confidence and competence in applying ultrasound at the point of care.