Description: 

The purpose of this multidisciplinary aortic disease case conference is to strengthen clinician knowledge and clinical decision-making through the collaborative review of complex aortic pathology. By integrating expertise from cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, radiology, and vascular medicine, participants will analyze real-world cases and apply evidence-based strategies to enhance diagnostic accuracy, optimize procedural planning, and improve patient outcomes.

Target Audience: 

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Nurse, Registered (RN)

Physicians (MD or DO)

Physician Assistant (PA)

Learning Objectives: 

After Attending This Activity Learners Should Be Able To:

1.Present and critically analyze recent complex aortic cases in a multidisciplinary forum

2.Interpret and integrate diagnostic findings and advanced imaging to accurately assess aortic pathology

3.Evaluate and compare evidence-based treatment options and management strategies for each case

4.Identify and implement opportunities for coordinated multidisciplinary care and longitudinal follow-up planning

5. Apply foundational and advanced principles of aortopathy through targeted didactic education

Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, Sutter Health, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statement

Sutter Health designates this RSS activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians and 1.00 continuing professional development contact hours for nurses. Learners should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Note to Other Disciplines: Non-Physician Participation Credit (AKA - AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™) Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.