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Electrophysiology Classes & Conferences - EP Calendar of Events
Below is a compilation of upcoming world wide courses, conferences and online events. If you are aware of another activity that is not listed here, please submit it below and we will place it here so others may learn about it. Thank you.

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Kansas City Heart Rhythm Symposium 2010 (CME)
This symposium introduces state-of-the-art clinical cardiac electrophysiology. Participants will learn about early diagnosis and management of cardiac device malfunction and lead failure. Current treatment strategies for atrial and ventricular arrhythmias will be discussed. New developments in stem cell research in electrophysiology will be presented. Expected Attendance: 300 CME Available: 13.0 CEU Available: 12.8 Program Director: Dhanunjaya Lakireddy, MD Saturday–Sunday • July 31–August 1, 2010 Intercontinental Hotel 401 Ward Parkway Kansas City, Mo.
Starts: 2010-07-31 Website

Emerging Electrophysiologists: Transition to Practice
This unique education opportunity will provide second-year EP fellows with the tools and knowledge to successfully transition into practice. Leading experts in the field of clinical cardiac electrophysiology will present on important topics, such as health care reform and its effects on EP practices, making informed decisions about practice types, finding the right job, negotiation skills and reviewing legal contracts. Full scholarships will be provided second-year EP fellows who qualify and include air travel, two nights' (August 6–7, 2010) hotel accommodations at the Swissôtel Chicago in Chicago , IL
Starts: 2010-08-06 Website

Update on Indications, Techniques and Controversies for Lead Extraction (CME)
This course is designed to update clinicians and allied health professionals on lead extraction. Background anatomy, pathophysiology of lead binding, pacemaker and ICD lead construction will be reviewed with their importance to performing lead extraction. The process of lead extraction including technique, safety and staff, equipment and facility requirements will be taught. A clinical application using case-based reviews will be used. Mount Sinai School of Medicine - Goldwurm Auditorium. New York, NY USA Expected Attendance: 75 CME Available: 5.0 Program Director: Avi Fischer, MD; Laurence Epstein, MD July 17, 2010
Starts: 2010-08-17 Website

EP in Aspen (CME)
Contact the Heart Rhythm Society for more information Location: St. Regis Resort Hotel Aspen, CO USA Expected Attendance: 125 CME Available: 10.0 Program Director: William Sauer, MD August 19th-22nd, 2010
Starts: 2010-08-19 Website

Percutaneous Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation: How to Incorporate this Therapeutic Option into Your Practice
This course is directed at those interested in incorporating percutaneous catheter ablation into their clinical management of patients with atrial fibrillation. Several leaders in the field will cover general approaches to the management of atrial fibrillation, patient selection, current technology available for ablation procedures and their success rates, complications, management of post ablation arrhythmias, and patient follow up. August 21, 2010. Scripps Health. Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. 10950 North Torrey Pines Road. San Diego, CA 92037.
Starts: 2010-08-21 Website

Percutaneous Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation: How to Incorporate this Therapeutic Option into Your Practice
Saturday, August 21, 2010 Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines La Jolla, California This course is directed at those interested in incorporating percutaneous catheter ablation into their clinical management of patients with atrial fibrillation. Several leaders in the field will cover general approaches to the management of atrial fibrillation, patient selection, current technology available for ablation procedures and their success rates, complications, management of post ablation arrhythmias, and patient follow up.
Starts: 2010-08-21 Website

Milwaukee Live: Live Interventional Vascular Education
August 26 and 27, 2010 Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, Endovascular Suites 2801 W KK River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI Laurel Landis, 414-219-7684
Starts: 2010-08-26 Website

Electrophysiology Review for Boards and Recertification
August 26 - 28, 2010 This course provides cardiologists and electrophysiologists with a comprehensive overview of all aspects of cardiovascular electrophysiology. Experts in each field will give in-depth didactics on state-of-the-art subjects in electrophysiology and device therpay. Each lecture will include multiple Q&A sessions with an instantaneous electronic response system. Although this course is designed specifically to prepare the electrophysiologist specialist for the Electrophysiology Boards or Recertification, it also provides the cardiologist or practicing electrophysiologist with an update on the latest knowledge and advances in electrophysiology. The full spectrum of electrophysiology practice will be reviewed, ranging from basic arrhythmia mechanisms and pharmacology, to catheter diagnosis and therapy, and device-based treatments. American Board of Internal Medicine Medical Knowledge Modules to be offered: Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2009 Update (B3-J) Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2010 Update (B3-K) Pre-Course Session - Transeptal and Epicardial Workshop: Live Case and Animal Lab, Hands-on Experiences - August 25, 2010. Additional registration fee applies. Siebens Building, Rochester MN Contact: 1-800-323-2688 cme@mayo.edu
Starts: 2010-08-26 Website

EP and Device Therapy for Allied Professionals: Applying Knowledge to Clinical Practice
This is a one-day program presented by the Heart Rhythm Society with a total of 5.0 CME/CE hours available to attendees. The purpose of this program is to bring together allied professionals from various regions of the United States to discuss current practices and trends within the heart rhythm community. Through didactic sessions, panel discussions and hands-on opportunities clinicians working in device and electrophysiology labs will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to best manage arrhythmia patients. Saturday, August 28, 2010. Mayo Clinic. Jacksonville, FL. Heart Rhythm Society
Starts: 2010-08-28 Website

ESC Congress 2010
ESC Congress 2010 28 Aug 2010 - 01 Sep 2010 , Stockholm - Sweden The largest Cardiovascular meeting in the world. It lasts 5 days and will have over 30 lecture rooms
Starts: 2010-08-28 Website

Advanced Ablation Course- Advanced Techniques and Technologies to Cure AF, VT and Everything In-Between
World-renowned experts will lead detailed case discussions with step-by-step analysis, providing current, in-depth review of approaches to catheter ablation for the spectrum of cardiac arrhythmias. September 11-14, 2010; Palmer House Hilton Hotel; Chicago, IL. Heart Rhythm Society
Starts: 2010-09-11 Website

18th Annual State of the Art Arrhythmia Symposium (CME) (CEU)
See Heart Rhythm Society for more information Location: Hyatt Regency Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA USA Expected Attendance: 325 CME Available: 7.75 CEU Available: 7.5 Program Director: Francis Marchlinski, MD
Starts: 2010-09-13 Website

2010 Introduction to Cardiac Electrophysiology
The CEPIA Introduction to Cardiac Electrophysiology is specifically tailored for catheter lab and ward nurses, company representatives, cath lab radiographers, students or allied professionals interested in cardiac EP. The course demystifies cardiac EP and outlines the basic principles, equipment, pacing protocols, arrhythmia mechanisms and ablation techniques used and seen in the everyday EP lab. Intracardiac recordings will also be taught, endowing participants with the ability to understand and follow procedures in the EP lab, as well as explain these procedures to patients and relatives. Novotel Brisbane 200 Creek Street. Brisbane QLD 4000. Australia.
Starts: 2010-09-14 Website

Vocational Graduate Diploma of Cardiac Electrophysiology, CEPIA- Module C
Australia- The third of a 3 part EP Training program endorsed by the HRS. Cardiac Electrophysiology Institute of Australasia. 11. Atrial Tachycardia 12. Atrial Flutter 13. Atrial Fibrillation 14. Ventricular Tachyarrhythmias. 15-17 September, 2010. Novotel Brisbane. 200 Creek Street Brisbane QLD 4000. +61 7 3309 3309. Modules can be attended individually but all 3 are required for certification. Pre-registration is necessary.
Starts: 2010-09-15 Website

Board Review Course in Cardiac Electrophysiology ABIM CCEP Recertification Prep Course
The Board Review Course contains comprehensive content focused on preparation for the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) certification and recertification examinations in clinical cardiac electrophysiology. For those not preparing for the exam, the course is an excellent update and overview of cardiac electrophysiology. Internationally recognized faculty have served on the ABIM CCEP test writing committee. Heart Rhythm Society. September 22-25, 2010. Renaissance Chicago. Chicago, IL.
Starts: 2010-09-22 Website

Arrhythmias in the Real World 2010
Hone your skills and enhance patient care with a comprehensive arrhythmia update! Arrhythmias in the Real World is an interactive and stimulating program that offers practicing clinicians a comprehensive review of best practices and evidence-based strategies to evaluate and manage patients with cardiac arrhythmias. A faculty of experts will provide case-based presentations, updates on emerging arrhythmia treatment research and opportunities for one-on-one discussions. September 23 - 25, 2010. Heart House. Washington, DC.
Starts: 2010-09-23 Website

Controversies in Cardiac Arrhythmias (CME)
New developments and advances in the understanding of complex arrhythmias afford benefits to patients who suffer from these conditions. Novel analytical approaches and important clinical trials challenge the practicing physician to implement translation of those discoveries into his clinical practice. Cosmos Club Washington, DC USA Expected Attendance: 110 CME Available: 7.0 Program Director: Edward V. Platia, MD September 24, 2010
Starts: 2010-09-24 Website

6th International Symposium on Interventional Electrophysiology in the Management of Cardiac Arrhythmias
2 1/2 day seminar with an excellent program. An expanded understanding of the correlation between clinical, basic and applied research in cardiac arrhythmias and therapeutic developments interventional electrophysiology and their clinical outcomes. A comprehensive review of the subject and interactive teaching from worldwide experts in the field of pacing and electrophysiology. September 24-26, 2010. Hyatt Regency Resort at Newport, RI.
Starts: 2010-09-24 Website

5th Annual Heart Failure & Arrhythmias: From Prevention to Cure
This program will update the primary care provider and practicing cardiologist on the latest treatments for heart failure and atrial arrhythmias as well as new therapies being developed. A unique aspect of this course is that attendees will be able to see patients with expert clinicians to update cardiac physical examination skills as well as attend workshops in hypertension and lipids. I hope that you will join us for this unique continuing medical education activity. Scripps Health. September 25-26, 2010. Hyatt Regency La Jolla. 3777 La Jolla Village Drive. San Diego, CA 92122.
Starts: 2010-09-25 Website

Heart Rhythm Congress 2010
Heart Rhythm Congress is an annual event which brings together all those with an interest in arrhythmias. It offers an educational opportunity for members of the medical, allied professional and industry communities to increase their own and others’ knowledge of heart rhythm disorders, and does this in an open, interactive environment. The congress boasts a full programme of scientific sessions along with training courses, patient group conferences, live cases, industry sessions, a patients’ day and DoH and PCT meetings, with a trade exhibition running throughout. October 3-6, 2010. Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, Birmingham, UK.
Starts: 2010-10-03 Website

8th International Symposium in Catheter Ablation Techniques
The considerable development of ablation techniques and the rapid evolution of our knowledge in this field have inspired us to further modify 2008’s program. Two and half days will be dedicated to the ablation of atrial fibrillation and ventriculars tachycardias. Moreover, this year’s meeting will start earlier on Wednesday in order to devote the morning to an update of ablation of the other arrhythmias, particularly the complex forms. As requested by numerous participants during former editions, we intend to summarize the basics, as well as current developments of these techniques. October 13-15, 2010. Meridien Montparnasse Hotel. Paris, France.
Starts: 2010-10-13 Website

2010 Care of Patients with Arrhythmias Audience: RN, NP, MA & Health Care Professional
The purpose of the program is to inform nurses and other allied health professionals who see patients with arrhythmias. We will focus on clinical options for the best care in a variety of settings. Conference Fee $50 (includes tuition, materials, breaks and lunch) There is a non-refundable $25 registration fee. Friday, October 22, 2010 Country Springs Hotel 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI Laurel Landis, 414-219-7684
Starts: 2010-10-22 Website

The 3rd Asia-Pacific Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Session (APHRS 2010)
The 3rd Asia-Pacific Heart Rhythm Society Scientific Session (APHRS 2010) October 28- 30, 2010 Seoul
Starts: 2010-10-28 Website

EP for the Cardiac Device Professional (CEU)
A panel of area EPs will speak on topics in the ever-changing world of EP and AF. As the business continues to advance, why not take this opportunity to gain a better, more comprehensive understanding of EP. CEUs will be granted for this 1 1/2 day program. We will also host a reunion gathering on Friday evening for all ATI alumni and their families. November 5th-6th, 2010 Location: Westin Poinsett Hotel Greenville, SC USA Expected Attendance: 200 CEU Available: 10.0 Program Director: Gunnas Anderson and Mark Sweesy
Starts: 2010-11-05 Website

Contemporary, Challenging and Controversial Issues in Electrophysiology: A Case-Based review with the Leaders in Clinical Electrophysiology CME
Location: The Westin New York Hotel New York, NY USA Expected Attendance: 225 CME Available: 12 Program Director: Jonathan S. Steinberg, MD; Suneet Mittal, MD Primary Contact: Stacy Atkinson Phone: (212) 523-2899 Email: satkinso@chpnet.org Heart Rhythm Society Co-Sponsored
Starts: 2010-11-06 Website

XIV International Symposium on Progress in Clinical Pacing
Rome Cavalieri Expected Attendance: 2300 Program Director: Massimo Santini, MD AIM Group Rome Office: Via Flaminia 1068 - 00189 Rome, Italy Phone: +39 0633053.1 Fax: +39 0633053229 E-mail: pacing2010@aimgroup.eu November 30 - December 3, 2010
Starts: 2010-11-30 Website

AF VT VF Summit
Including Special Fellows Session Jasbir Sra, MD; Andrea Natale; David Wilber, MD; Masood Akhtar, December 2-4, 2010 Fairmont Chicago Hotel Laurel Landis 414-219-7686 Info to come!
Starts: 2010-12-02 Website

Electrophysiology Innovations Congress
ЕР Innovations Congress 2010's comprehensive CME agenda includes a balance of live case sessions, lectures, debates and interactive workshops.The program is lead by world-class faculty, who have created a powerful program that will provide attendees educational tools to improve patient care at their institutions. December 9-12, 2010. Hilton Washington, Washington, DC. USA.
Starts: 2010-12-09 Website

2nd Annual Arrhythmia Symposium (CME)
Location: Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute Los Angeles, CA USA Expected Attendance: 225 CME Available: 7.0 Program Director: Sumeet S. Chugh, MD; Xunzhang Wang, MD December 10, 2010
Starts: 2010-12-10 Website

Arrhythmias & the Heart
January 31 - February 3, 2011 - Fairmont Orchid - Big Island, Hawaii Course Directors:Hammill, Stephen C., M.D.Friedman, Paul A., M.D.Packer, Douglas L., M.D.Overview Contact The Arrhythmias & the Heart program explores approaches to the diagnosis, management and prevention of common rhythm disorders, including a mini-symposium on atrial fibrillation. The course offers clinical pearls to aid in the evaluation and assessment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. In addition, diagnosis and treatment of patients with congestive heart failure and other diagnostic tools will be presented.
Starts: 2011-01-03 Website

CardioRhythm 2011
25-27 February 2011 – Main Conference 24-27 February 2011 - Cardiac Rhythm Management Course & Hands-On Training on 3D Mapping Systems for Clinicians & Allied Professionals. Separate registration is required. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hong Kong, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA Expected Attendance: 2000 Program Director: Professor Chu-Pak Lau
Starts: 2011-02-24 Website

Mediterranean Cardiology Meeting
Russott Hotel Taormina, ITALY Expected Attendance: 800 Program Director: Michele M. Gulizia, MD, FESC April 10-12, 2011 More to come to website soon.
Starts: 2011-04-10 Website

Heart Rhythm 2011 - 32th Annual Scientific Sessions (CME)(CEU)
Moscone West San Francisco, CA USA Expected Attendance: 13000 CME Available CEU Available Phone: (202) 464-3400 Email: info@hrsonline.org More information to come soon. May 4th-7th 2011
Starts: 2011-05-04 Website

VeniceArrhythmias 2011
The 12th edition of the biannual International Workshop on Cardiac Arrhythmias, Venice Arrhythmias 2011 will take place in Venice, Italy on October 9-12, 2001
Starts: 2011-10-09 Website

The Marriage of Heart Failure and Electrophysiology CME
Location: Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penns Landing Philadelphia, PA USA Expected Attendance: 100 CME Available: 6 Program Director: Peter Kowey, MD; Dusan Z. Kocovic, MD; Steven A. Rothman, MD Primary Contact: Patricia Giambuzzi Phone: (484) 476-8135 Heart Rhythm Society Co-Sponsored
Starts: 2011-11-01 Website