California Chapter Calendar
Symposiums, Meeting and Conferences of interest to our members
The California Chapter does not administer registration for all events. Explore possibilities and access registration materials and directions for our many Partner Programs.
June 30 – July 1, 2017
23rd Annual San Diego Heart Failure Symposium
Endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Advances in the Recognition & Treatment of Heart Failure
Location:
Estancia La Jolla Hotel
9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Hotel Reservation Deadline: May 30, 2017. See Brochure
for details and symposium rates.
Brochure
Website
Lipid Management Scientific Education Program
Medical Affairs Division of Sanofi U.S., and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Primary Focus: ASCVD and Comorbidities:
Diabetes and Mixed Dyslipidemia
Presented by Nathan Wong, PhD, Professor and Director
Heart Disease Prevention Program
Division of Cardiology, UC Irvine for this
7 PM: Registration & Dinner
Location:
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
1270 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037
Flyer
Click on the “register” icon – your program code is 10384
International Academy of Cardiology, Annual Scientific Sessions 2017, 22nd World Congress on Heart Disease
This CME conference is presented by
Cardiology Online and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
The Congress will provide the opportunity for a comprehensive overview of the latest research developments in cardiovascular medicine, primarily in the areas of molecular biology, coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac surgery.
Location:
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
1 Discovery Square
655 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Reservations online: https://aws.passkey.com/e/ 16112326
Website
Presented by
Gaffney Events and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Conference highlights include:
Complex Coronary Interventions Workshop
Complex Structural Heart Disease Interventions Workshop
Interventional Cardiology Fellows Course Competition
Location:
The Fairmont Hotel San Francisco
950 Mason Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
Website
Brochure
Agenda
4th Annual Lead Management Update
From
UC San Diego School of Medicine and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
This course is designed to provide the learner with the most up to date review of lead management, to give an in-depth review of indications for lead extraction and management of device infections as well as available tools and technology for extraction. A live extraction case will be featured with a panel expert discussion.
Location:
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA
Website
September 12, 2017
Stanford Frontiers in Cardiovascular Science Weekly Meeting
ACC members and the general public are welcome to attend the weekly Stanford Frontiers in Cardiovascular Science free of charge. The seminar series
is held Tuesdays 12-1 PM during Sept to June. Many of our speakers are prominent figures in cardiology.
Seminar Topic:
Topic TBA
Speaker: Alvin L. Royse, JD, CPA
National Chair
American Heart Association
Cost: Free
Time: 12:30 - 1:20 PM
Location:
LKSC | LK130, Li Ka Shing Learning and Knowledge Center (Please check as location may change)
291 Campus Drive, Stanford, CA 94305
View Forthcoming Weekly Meetings and Speakers
View Stanford Cardiovascular Institute YouTube Channel
Read the
Stanford Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) Quarterly
to learn the latest clinical and research news on cardiovascular
medicine.
September 15 - 16, 2017
28th Annual Meeting of the California ACC
and
8th Annual Cardiology Update: The Heart of New Developments
Presented by
the Jeffry Carlton Heart and Vascular Institute and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Brochure
CA ACC Women In Cardiology Event
Career Strategy / Leadership Training
Everyone is invited and no cost for the "Women in Cardiology" event. Must register separately for this event. Registration coming ASAP!
Program Director: Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, FACC, FASC
Location:
Balboa Bay Resort
1221 Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
September 29, 2017
10th Annual Northern California Cardiovascular Team Symposium
From the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Full agenda coming soon
7:30 AM: Light breakfast & Registration
8 AM - 5 PM: Program
Wine reception to follow
September 30, 2017:
Bonus Wine Tasting on Saturday
CEU credits for Registered Nurses. ACPE credit for pharmacists
pending.
Location:
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
600 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA 94010
Attendee Room Rate: $189 room rate booked by September 7, 2017,
based upon availability. Includes complimentary Internet and day
parking, discount overnight parking
October 5 - 6, 2017
Cardiovascular Disease Management: A Case-Based Approach
From Promedica International CME and endorsed by the Arizona and California Chapters of the American College of Cardiology.
This two-day continuing medical education symposium will center on the nuts and bolts of everyday care for patients with cardiovascular diseases, and present new ideas for tailoring the most appropriate treatment plan for each individual. Focus will be placed on gauging
Nursing Symposium - 2nd Annual Cardiovascular Disease Management for Nurses: Best Practices for Patient Care - will take place
October 4, 2017 from Noon – 5 PM.
Location:
Arizona Biltmore Hotel
2400 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Brochure
Website
October 12 - 14, 2017
17th Annual Maui Cardiovascular Symposium
From the San Diego Medical Program, CME Provided by San Diego Cardiac Center and endorsed by the California and Hawaii Chapters of the American College of Cardiology.
Presented by:
John B. Gordon III, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Our annual three-day symposium covers a broad range of topics designed to meet the educational needs of cardiologists, electrophysiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, catheterization lab technicians and nurses from Hawaii as well as the western states.
Location:
Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
4100 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea-Makena, HI 96753
Registration for discount hotel arrangements for rooms at $349 and $415 plus tax
Tickets: $140 – $300
Innovations in Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Therapy
From the
KECK School of Medicine of USC and endorsed by the California and Hawaii Chapters of the American College of Cardiology.
Location:
TBA
More Information
November 7 - 10, 2017
28th Annual Cardiovascular Interventions 2017
From Promedica International CME the California
and Arizona Chapters of the American College of Cardiology.
This conference fulfills the new Title 17 California
Code requirement for 4 CE credits in radiation
safety for the clinical uses of fluoroscopy.
Location:
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
10950 North Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is offering a special group rate of $239 plus taxes/night for attendees. You must mention the “Cardiovascular Interventions 2017” symposium to receive the special rate. Reservations: 800-762-6160
General Course Materials
Brochure
Website
November 15, 2017
Cardiovascular Grand Rounds: Right Heart Failure, Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management
In Partnership with the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (CAACC)
Speaker: Teresa De Marco, M.D.,
Professor of Clinical Medicine and Surgery
Director, Advanced Heart Failure Therapies Program
Medical Director, Heart Transplantation
Director, Adult Pulmonary Hypertension Comprehensive Care Center
Time: 7:30 AM-8:30 AM
Location: John Muir Medical Center
2540 East Street
Concord CA 94520
Conference Room: Concord 1 & 2
Grand Rounds will be Videoconferenced to the John Muir Walnut
Creek Ball Auditorium
How to Connect CV Grand Rounds via computer:
https://johnmuirgm.globalmeet.com/CMEConcord
> Connect to John Muir Health CME
STEP 1: ENTER as a guest.
STEP 2: ENTER your name and email address.
STEP 3: JOIN meeting.
STEP 4: Always allow, *if a Pop-up blocker is detected.
STEP 5: ENTER your phone number with area code, then CONNECT ME.
Click on this web link ð Connect to John Muir Health CME
For more info, please contact Pam Lavering RN at pam.lavering@johnmuirhealth.com
or Gary Gershony, MD, Director, Cardiovascular Research,
Education & Technology
November 16 - 17, 2017
Controversies & Advances in the Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
From Promedica International CME, Cedars Sinai Heart Institute and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Complex and controversial issues in cardiovascular disease will be explored at the symposium through state-of-the art lectures, exciting cross-fire discussion panels, and lively debates.
Awards dinner Friday evening, November 17.
Location:Montage Beverly Hills
225 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
BrochureWebsite
December 1 - 3, 2017
34th Annual Advances in Heart Disease
From the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (UCSF) and endorsed by the California Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.
Location:
Park Central Hotel
50 Third Street
San Francisco CA 941033
Reservations online for group rate available until October 27, 2017
Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Brochure
Website
Mayo Clinic Cardiology Update at Cabo: A Focus on Prevention
From the Mayo Clinic and endorsed by the Arizona and California Chapters of the American College of Cardiology.
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The purpose of the meeting is to present state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of cardiovascular diseases but generally focused on prevention of coronary disease, stroke and sudden death. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology..
Location:
JW Marriott, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Website
Registration Coming
Purpose of our California Chapter
The purpose of the Chapter shall be to contribute to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, to ensure optimal quality care for the individuals with such diseases and to foster the highest professional ethical standards. In carrying out these purposes the Chapter shall function in consultation with the leadership of the College and as an advisor to local and state governmental and professional organizations concerning issues related to cardiovascular disease.
The Chapter has been formed as a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit corporation underthe federal and California state tax codes. The Chapter maintains an Executive Office with a full time Executive Director and support staff. The Chapter also maintains a full time lobbyist and staff in Sacramento.