Foundation for Advanced Cardiovascular Education and Training Heart Fusion Symposium 2025

Heart Fusion Symposium is an interactive program fusing the fields of Cardiac Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Perfusion, and Invasive Cardiovascular Technology. We will be diving “heart” first into intricate case studies following a patient’s journey from Diagnostic and Echocardiography testing in the Emergency Room to the Diagnostic and Interventional Cath Lab and finally culminating with a revascularization and repair in the Operating Room.

Identify the basics of TTE/TEE and demonstrate their use
Discuss case studies for CABG patients and distinguish best care practices
Explain Coronary Catheterization basics and evaluate outcomes of RCIS for Coronary care

The Heart Fusion Symposium 2025 by the Foundation for Advanced Cardiovascular Education and Training (FACET) is best for cardiovascular professionals who want to master the full continuum of care—from emergency diagnostics to surgical intervention.
Here’s a breakdown of who benefits most and what the symposium offers:
Who Should Attend

Interventional cardiologists: To explore advanced catheterization techniques and decision-making in complex cases.
Cardiothoracic surgeons: To understand how diagnostic and interventional steps lead to surgical repair and revascularization.
Emergency physicians and intensivists: To refine their approach to cardiac emergencies and echocardiographic evaluation.
Cardiology fellows and residents: To gain exposure to real-world case studies and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Cath lab and OR nurses, technologists: To follow the patient journey and improve coordination across departments.

What Makes It Unique

Case-based learning: Attendees follow a patient’s journey from the Emergency Room to the Cath Lab and finally to the Operating Room.
Multidisciplinary approach: The symposium emphasizes collaboration between diagnostic, interventional, and surgical teams.
Hands-on insights: Real-world scenarios and advanced imaging techniques are showcased to enhance clinical decision-making.

Event Details

Date: April 25, 2025
Location: Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano, Texas
Organizer: Foundation for Advanced Cardiovascular Education and Training (FACET)

 
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11:00 am Registration/Exhibitors
12:00 pm Welcome Address      Mark Valentine, President History, Background, and Basics
12:15 pm ECHO      Shahzeb Khan, MD      Kate Duncan, CVI Student
12:35 pm ICVT      Srini Potluri, MD, FACC, FSCAI      Quinton Stinson, CVI Student     Ahmed Kazem, MD
12:55 pm Perfusion      Kelley Hutcheson, MD      Jack Squires, MD      James Griffin, CVI Student
1:15 pm Break/Exhibitors
1:30 pm Welcome Back      Zuyue Wang, MD Case #1 Presentation
1:35 pm ECHO      Shahzeb Khan, MD      Kate Duncan, CVI Student
1:45 pm ICVT      Srini Potluri, MD, FACC, FSCAI      Quinton Stinson, CVI Student      Ahmed Kazem, MD
1:55 pm Perfusion      Kelley Hutcheson, MD     Jack Squires, MD      James Griffin, CVI Student
2:05 pm Wrap-up/Panel Discussion      Zuyue Wang, MD Case #2 Presentation
2:20 pm ECHO      Shahzeb Khan, MD      Kate Duncan, CVI Student
2:30 pm ICVT      Srini Potluri, MD, FACC, FSCAI      Ahmed Kazem, MD      Quinton Stinson, CVI Student
2:40 pm Perfusion      Kelley Hutcheson, MD      Jack Squires, MD      James Griffin, CVI Student
2:50 pm Case Wrap-Up/Panel Discussion
3:05 pm Break/Exhibitors Keynote Address
3:20 pm Introduction for Keynote Speaker Dr. Zuyue Wang      Brad Roberts, BS
3:25 pm Keynote Addres      Zuyue Wang, MD
3:55 pm Closing Remarks/Invitation to CVI Open House      Brad Roberts, BS
4:30 pm CVI Open House – The Heart Hospital 5th Floor
6:00 pm Adjourn