Agenda VAD Symposium 2024

8 a.m.

Welcome & Announcements

Nicole Romeo, PA-C

8:05 a.m.

Who is a VAD candidate?

8:20 a.m.

VAD 101: HeartMate II and 3 Device Basics

8:40 a.m.

VAD 101: HVAD Device Basics

9 a.m.

Everyday VAD Patient Management

9:20 a.m.

Troubleshooting: Most Common Complications

9:40 a.m.

Real Life: Patients in the Community

10 a.m.

Break    

10:10 a.m.

Emergency Management of the VAD Patient

10:30 a.m.

Social Workers Perspectives on VAD Therapy

10:50 a.m.

Special Consideration: End of Life Discussions

11 a.m.

Future of VAD Therapy: What’s in the Pipeline?

11:20 a.m.

Patient & Caregiver Panel

Noon

Adjourn