Angiography and PCI Simulators
Simulator training in PCI will cover a range of interventional techniques including basic angiography and vascular access. Specific objectives will cover femoral and radial angiography and PCI, however there are numerous simulated cases covering an extensive range of coronary artery anatomy and pathology.
EP Simulators
Simulator training in electrophysiology will cover a range of techniques including standard pacemaker RV and atrial lead placement, LV lead placement for CRT, as well as ICD and pacemaker interrogation and programming. We will also have simulators for trans-septal puncture. Simulator training for trans-septal puncture will also be available.
ECHO Simulators
This year transthoracic echocardiography will be available on healthy volunteers in the Imaging Village. However we will continue to have training opportunities in trans oesophageal echo with Heart works simulators (with and without pathologies). We will provide training on handling of the TOE probe, image acquisition and assessment of the mitral valve, aortic valve, atria and left ventricle. There will also be the opportunity to explore more advanced techniques such as assessing the atrial septum, identifying the pulmonary veins and assessing various cases with pathology.
Pericardiocentesis
Many trainees find it difficult to gain adequate training in the techniques of pericardiocentesis, so the simulation stations for this are extremely popular. Training includes discussion and teaching around the indications, approach and imaging support for pericardiocentesis, as well as hands-on practice at the technical aspects.
Essential Surgical Skills for Cardiologists
These sessions are designed, through interaction with the highly experienced faculty, to provide candidates with a thorough grounding in the latest surgical materials and skills relative to the implantation of cardiac rhythm devices. Training will include basic surgical skills such as dissection and suturing and the opportunity to practice and on porcine skin. The workshops are very popular and we are running again in response to the high demand of the BCS course of the same name.
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The simulation training will be held in the Education Hall throughout the Annual Conference.