2012 ISHLT Academy Core Competencies in Mechanical Circulatory Support
17 April, 2012 7:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Prague, Czech Republic

This Academy will provide a concise review of clinical knowledge and essential professional skills to facilitate the surgical and medical management of patients with advanced heart failure who are being assessed for and who have received durable mechanical circulatory support. The course consists of focused presentations covering a broad array of topics for both inpatient and outpatient management with an emphasis on a practical approach to patient care, implementing best practices and clinical problem solving. All lectures will be delivered by internationally recognized experts in the field and include cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, critical care physicians and VAD coordinators.
Scientific ProgramAcademy Chairs

Minneapolis Heart Institute
Minneapolis, MN USA

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA USA

Medical University of Vienna
Vienna, Austria
Academy Faculty