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Advanced Endovenous Ablation of Incompetent Perforators
- Date
- September 10, 2010 7:15 AM to 4:00 PM
- Location
- Allegiance Specialty Center
1201 E. Michigan Avenue
2nd Floor Community Room
Jackson, MI 49201
Tuition
Physician - $350
Non-physician - $250
Room accommodation and transportation information can be found below.
Course Description
A full-day activity for physicians wanting to enhance their ablation procedure skills.
This advanced program is intended for those who already have an understanding of the fundamentals of endovenous ablation procedures.
The course includes a discussion of ultrasound diagnostics and endovenous ablation theory, as well as an opportunity to observe and learn advanced techniques conducted on live patients in a surgical practice environment.
Program Schedule*
Session I:
7:15 – 7:45 AM
Registration and Breakfast
7:45 – 8:00 AM
Welcome and Introductions
8:00 – 8:30 AM
Anatomy and Pathophysiology of Perforator Veins
8:30 – 9:15 AM The Role of Ultrasound in Diagnosis of Incompetent Perforators
9:15 – 9:45 AM
Treatment Options for Incompetent Perforators
9:45 – 10:00 AM
Question and Answer Session
10:00 – 10:15 AM
Break
Session II:
10:15 – 10:45 AM
Scanning for Perforators: Demonstration and Question and Answer Session
10:45 – 11:45 AM
RFS Procedures: Case #1
11:45 – 12:30 PM
Lunch
Session III:
12:30 – 1:30 PM
RFS Procedures: Case #2
1:30 – 2:30 PM
RFS Procedures: Case #3
2:30 - 3:15 PM
Coding and Reimbursement Practice Basics
3:15 – 4:00 PM
Interactive Case Review with Question and Answer Session
4:00 PM
Program Adjourns
Featured Faculty*
Max Hutton, MD
Beverly Fex, RVT
Overall Educational Purpose
This continuing medical education activity focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of incompetent perforators. When participating in an Omnia Education activity, you can expect active learning that includes strategies for applying what you learn into your practice, and opportunities for interaction with faculty. Our goal is to provide you with relevant education that meets identified needs so that results are measurable and sustained and result in improved patient care.
You can expect to learn the following:
- The anatomy and pathophysiology of perforator veins
- The role of ultrasound in the diagnosis of incompetent perforators
- Advanced techniques for endovenous radiofrequency ablation, by way of workshop demonstrations
Target Audience
This course is designed to meet the Continuing Medical Education needs of Cardiologists, General Surgeons, Vascular Surgeons, Thoracic Surgeons, Interventional Radiologists and Interventional Cardiologists.
Accreditation
Omnia Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
Omnia Education designates this educational activity for a maximum of 7 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Commercial Support Statement
This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Covidien/VNUS Medical Technologies, Inc.
ADA Statement
Omnia Education fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of support services, please notify Omnia Education at 800.889.4944 a minimum of two weeks prior to the activity in order to ensure service.
Room Accommodation and Transportation
Omnia Education does not offer a discount conference room rate or provide ground transportation to and from the meeting location.
If you require room reservations during your stay in Jackson, MI, below please find a list of suggested hotel properties located near the program venue. For additional information or to secure a room reservation, please contact the hotel directly.
Riverwalk Plaza Hotel - Jackson (0.2 mi NW)
130 East Michigan Avenue, Jackson, MI
517.768.7852
Adams Hotel (0.2 mi W)
214 South Mechanic Street, Jackson, MI
517.796.8956
Holiday Inn Jackson Northwest (1.6 mi NW)
2696 Bob McClain Dr, Jackson, MI
517.788.6400
Hampton Inn Jackson (2.5 mi NW)
2225 Shirley Drive, Jackson, MI
517.789.5151
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is received prior to 14 days of the event, a registrant may receive full credit for a future Omnia Education course (to be used within 12 months) or the option of the course fee returned, less a $50 processing fee. If cancellation is received less than 14 days prior to the conference, refunds are not available, however, a 50% credit will be applied towards a future Omnia Education course (to be used within 12 months). All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing either by mail, email or fax.
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