Hosted by the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine

Hosted by the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine, the Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner Network, and the Marriott Heart Foundation Join us for the Pre-Conference Course in Advanced ECG Reading May 18, 2016, and for the Clinical Cardiology Course for Cardiac Nurse Practitioners May 19 -22, 2016 Held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL Come alone or bring the whole family. The Gaylord Palms is a Fascinating Destination for All.

Pre-Conference: Advanced 12 -Lead ECG Course – May 18 “A Must for All Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Educators” This Course will be taught by the renowned Jonni Cooper, who was personally trained by, and who co-authored and taught with our late Co-Founder, Dr. Henry J. L. Marriott for over 25 years on an international scale. Jonni has the uncanny knack of making the most complex topics simple and understandable; one participant stated that she should be cloned so everyone could have her at their side. The reason this course is being offered is because a recent survey by the ABCM demonstrated that Cardiac Nurse Practitioners scores in these topic areas are substandard for the high profile roles that they are functioning in. The purpose of the course is to provide more time to study 12 -Lead diagnoses whether you plan to sit for your CVNP Board Certification or not. You will come away with a wealth of new information and will have the opportunity to clarify information you need more help with. Do try to attend and sharpen your diagnostic skills in these very important areas of Cardiology. Dr. Marriott used to say that the ECG is the most often ordered diagnostic test in Cardiology, the least expensive, yet the most often misunderstood; and he was absolutely right in his observation. This Course will utilize the I-Clicker technology that allows for immediate audience response and stimulates robust conversation among your colleagues. Each participant will have their own I-Clicker in hand to respond to the ECGs presented for a response. This technology makes for a lively day that you will not want to miss. And, do bring along ECGs you would like help with or to share with your colleagues. The Course will cover the 8 Most Common Cardiac Emergencies Encountered in Clinical Practice and include the following: 1) Myocardial Infarction and Ischemia (Obvious, Obscure, and Mimics) – 12 -Lead Required 2) Pulmonary Embolus – 12 -Lead Required 3) Pericarditis – 12 -Lead Required 4) Narrow or Wide-QRS Tachycardias – 12 -Lead Required 5) Pre-excitation Tachycardias – 12 -lead Required 6) Electrolyte Disorders – 12 -Lead Required 7) SA Block and Sick Sinus Syndromes – 12 -lead Not Required 8) Advanced AV Block - 12 -lead Not Required Cost: $250 for ACCNP or ACCN Members, or $295 for non ACCNP or ACCN Members, and includes a continental breakfast, afternoon snack, course syllabus, the I-Clicker, and of course the benefit of being led by one of the Nations most knowledgeable and Master Teacher of Electrocardiography.

Why select this Clinical Cardiology Review Course & Certification Opportunity? 1 2 3 The ABCM’s proven History and Success in the Business of Cardiology Education and Certification is Second to None! We deliver Evidence-Based Practice Standards and recommend implementation strategies. We have been Educating all levels of Cardiology Practitioners from Physician to Technician, and have been Developing Certification Examinations for these Cardiac Professionals since 1969; A History Second to None! The ABCM fully realizes that to become one of the best Cardiac Caregivers, we must develop strong Intuitive Skills, and possess a Scientific Foundation of knowledge in Pathophysiology, Psychology, Sociology, Epidemiology, and Behavioral Sciences, upon which to develop the “Art of Caring” for Cardiac Patients. And, though we would like to cover all of these areas in this Course, we have chosen to focus on the Essentials of Diagnosis and Treatment options for a host of Cardiac Diseases and Anomalies. And, at the same time, Provide Up-Dates of what’s new on the Horizon in Cardiology. This is a great opportunity to interact and network with your peers on a National level, who specialize in Cardiology, and with a very energized and knowledgeable Nationally recognized Faculty. You will also have the opportunity to validate your knowledge and skills in Clinical Cardiology by sitting for one of the Cardiovascular Board Certification Exams offered by the ABCM onsite, at the conclusion of this Course: CVNP-BC for Nurse Practitioners, or the CVRN-BC for Cardiac Nurses. Though this course was designed specifically for cardiac nurse practitioners, it is open to physician assistants, cardiac nurses and cardiovascular technicians should they want to attend an energizing advanced review of clinical cardiology. Day 1: 8: 00 am 5: 00 pm 1 Cardiovascular Assessment (history, physical. Including JVD, Correlating Heart Sounds to Valvular disorders, Lung Sounds) 2 12 Lead EKG 3 ACS 4 Metabolic Syndrome 1 5 HIV and Heart Disease 1 6 Hypertension - Dx including ambulatory BP monitoring and different treatment modalities 7 Pulmonary Emboli - Dx and treatment Day 2: 8: 00 am 5: 00 pm 8 Peripheral Vascular Disease 9 Heart Failure - Medical and Surgical Treatment Modalities for Circulatory Failure 10 Cardiomyopathy - types and treatment 11 Endocarditis and Myocarditis 12 Cor Pulmonale - Acute and Chronic 13 Pulmonary hypertension Day 3: 8: 00 am to 5: 00 pm 14 Noninvasive Cardiac Diagnostic Testing - 3 ECG, Echo (benefits and limitations), TEE, Loop Monitoring, Cardiac Stress Testing, MUGA, Cardiac CT and CTA, Cardiac MR 15 Invasive Cardiology Including Angiography, Coronary Artery Stents, Angioplasty, Treatment of Valvular Disorders (Replacement vs Repair, TAVR, Mitral Valve Clip, Lariat Procedure) 16 Pacemakers Devices 17 Electrophysiology Interventions Including Cardioversion, and Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation, SVT, VT Day 4 – Optional Cardiology Board Exams The American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine (ABCM) will have a proctor onsite for those wishing to sit for one of the National Board Certification Exams in Cardiology. Visit the ABCM at www. accn. net for full details on all Certification Exams. The Board Certification Exams are being discounted for those attending this Clinical Cardiology Review Course. The Certification Exams for Nurse Practitioners practicing in Cardiology, is a giant step forward in their Professional and Personal Development. Be among the Elite Cardiovascular Practitioners who have already passed their Cardiology Sub-Specialty Board Certification Exams from the ABCM. “Ladies and Gentlemen, the Heart Writes a Best Seller, Learn To Read it Well. ” Quoted from our Late Co-Founder Henry J. L. Marriott, MD, FACP, FACC Our goal is to assist you in achieving your best in the everyday delivery of Advanced Practice to your Cardiac Patients, and/or to prepare you for your respective Cardiovascular Certification Examinations. We would love to meet you at the Gaylord Palms Marriott in Orlando, Florida.

Course Faculty: Alice Friedrich, MS, ANP, BSN, CVNP-BC Agnes Bedor, MSN, ANP-C Jonni Cooper, CEO/President ABCM, Inc. (Guest Speaker) CE Information Continuing Education Credits for this course are offered by the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine who is approved by the FL State Board of Nursing’s CE Broker #50 -14076 for 24 CE credits hours. Hotel Info: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center 6000 West Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, FL, 34746 (877) 382 7299 (or register online for this group directly at https: //resweb. passkey. com/go/Cardiology 2016. ) The room block begins on May 17 th and extends through May 21 st to accommodate those who may be attending the Pre-Conference as well as the Clinical Cardiology Course. A block of rooms has been reserved for you at a daily rate of $159 plus local taxes The room block will cut off at these rates after 4/17/2016 at which time the room rates will be higher and on availability only. Please register early to assure your room, and identify yourself as a participant of Clinical Cardiology Course being hosted by the American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine. Cancellation Policy There is a cancellation fee of $150 regardless of when you cancel, which must be done by email or in writing 5 days prior to the event. If you don’t cancel in writing 5 days before the event, your entire registration fee will be forfeited to the ABCM. If the ABCM cancels the course for lack of participation or some other unforeseen event such as a storm, etc. , they will provide you a full refund, but will not take responsibility for any travel expenses related to this course that you have incurred. Join the “Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner Network” of Members and save $. Course(s) and/or Certification Exam Application Information: If you will be registering by mail, send your check or money order made payable to ABCM, Inc. and mail to P. O. Box 3219, Spring Hill, FL 34611 no later than May 5, 2016 to ensure it arrives by May 10 th. You may combine your course, membership, and exam fees in one or more checks. Registration is not complete until your course and/or exam application and payment are all received by the deadlines set above. After that date, you will be considered a walk-in and will pay a $25 late fee for your registration at the door in the form of cash or check. For course and or exam contact info by email and phone number: jcooper@accn. net 352 -293 -3131. To Register online with your credit card, visit www. accn. net, then go to Conferences, and pull down the Cardiac Nurse Practitioner Courses in the top red menu panel, then click the 12 -Lead ECG Course and/or the Clinical Cardiology Course to register for your course(s), membership, and/or exams. Preliminary Application for Course(s) and/or Certification Examinations: Examinations Please Print Clearly and answer all questions. q I will be attending the 12 -Lead Course May 18, 2016 q I will be attending the Clinical Cardiology Course May 19 -21, 2016 First, Middle, and Last Name: __________________________ q Male q Female Title and Credentials: _____________________________ State of Issue and Professional License #(s): ____________________ Complete Home Mailing Address: ________________________ Place of Employment & Phone Number: ______________________ Home Phone Number: _____________________________ Home Email: _________________________________ Your primary areas of interest in Practice: q. Adult CD, q. Cardiac Surgery, q. Family/General Practice, q. Internal Medicine, q. Pediatrics, q. Radiology, q. CV Educator, q. Cardiovascular CNS, q. Other: _____________ I wish to sit for the: q. CVNP Exam, q. CVNE Exam, q. CVRN I &/or II Exam, q. Basic EKG Exam, q 12 -Lead EKG Exam, or the q. Advanced EKG Exam, at the conclusion of the course q. Undecided about the Exams, I will let you know onsite.

Pre-Conference Advanced 12 -Lead ECG Course, & the Clinical Cardiology Review Course Fee Structure: Optional Certification Exam Schedule and Fees: May 18, 2016 Pre-Conference Advanced 12 -Lead ECG Course Members: $250 Non-Members: $295 May 18 or 22 - Advanced ECG - $250 May 18 or 22 - Emergency ECG - $200 May 18 or 22 - 12 -Lead ECG - $200 May 19 -21, 2016 Clinical Cardiology Course ACCNP Member – Nurse Practitioners ACCN Members – Advanced Cardiac Nurse Specialists or Educators $795 May 22 nd - CVNP Exam $350 May 19 -21, 2016 Clinical Cardiology Course Non-ACCNP Member – Nurse Practitioners Non-ACCN Members – Advanced Cardiac Nurse Specialists or Educators $1, 200 May 22 nd - CVNP Exam $425 Member Dues – Nurse Practitioners and Cardiac Nurses – May pay at the same time as you register for the course(s) $125 Clinical Cardiology Course Fees Include: Clinical Updates in Evidence-Based Practice Guideline (ACC/AHA, etc), Course Syllabus, 3 Continental Breakfasts, 3 Afternoon Refreshment Breaks, an opportunity to interact and share with an expert faculty and professional peers and colleagues from around the Country, earn 24 Continuing Education Credits; and last but not least is the opportunity to sit the National Board Certification Exams in Your Sub-Specialty in Cardiology. Join us at the Gaylord Palms – Where “Marriott Loves Meeting People!”