Order and Disorder in the Cardiac Rhythm
Electrophysiology Training Program

Celebrating Our 14th Year!

The Basics
November 6-7 , 2009, Las Vegas

COURSE DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED AUDIENCE
'The Basics' is a two day course covering electrophysiologic principles, review of basic arrhythmias, 12 Lead EKG principles, indications for electrophysiologic testing, the basic steps of an EP study, and syncope. The intended audience for this course is staff who have worked in electrophysiology labs or industry for less than one year or those who want a solid review or foundation in basic electrophysiology. This course truly provides an opportunity for the participant to resolve uncertainties and unanswered questions. The syllabus is designed to be an excellent tool for self-study.

Fellows in training and Cardiologists are welcome.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this program the learner will be able to...

1. Recall fundamentals of basic electrophysiology, including cellular physiology, anatomy and physiology of the conduction system and mechanisms of arrhythmias.

2. Calculate axis and identify bundle branch block on a 12-lead EKG.

3. State the types of EP studies and the objectives of each.

4. Be familiar with the indications for EP testing and the common clinical scenarios meeting these criteria.

5. Discuss the various responses to Head-up Tilt Testing.

6. State a systemic approach to interpreting electrograms.

COURSE SCHEDULE

Total Credit: 18.9 Contact Hours (California Board of Nursing)
17 Contact Hours (ASRT)

Day 1

    AM Faculty: Linda Moulton, RN, MS

         7:30am.. Registration and Continental Breakfast

         8:00am.. Anatomy and Physiology of the Heart and Conduction System; Basic Electrophysiologic Principles; Arrhythmogenesis; Basics of Rhythm Interpretation

       10:00am.. Break

       10:15am.. Overview of Arrhythmias and Current Treatments; Introduction to the 12 Lead ECG

       12:00pm.. Lunch on your own

    PM Faculty: Kriegh Moulton, MD

       1:15pm.. More Physiology; Indications for EP Testing; Catheters and Catheter Placement

         2:45pm.. Break

         3:00pm.. Fluoroscopic Anatomy and the Fat Stripe; A Primer on Electrogram Recordings; Programmed Stimulation and the Propagating Impulse; Components of the EP Study

         5:00pm.. Conclusion

Day 2

    Faculty: Kriegh Moulton, MD

         7:30am.. Check-In and Continental Breakfast

         8:00am.. Components of the EP Study

       10:00am.. Break

    Faculty: Linda Moulton, RN, MS

       10:15am.. Axis Deviation; Bundle Branch Blocks and HemiBlocks; Narrow QRS Tachycardia

       12:00pm.. Lunch on your own

       1:15pm.. Wide QRS Tachycardia

Short Break


Faculty: Kriegh Moulton, MD

         2:00pm.. Syncope

         2:50pm.. Break

         3:05pm.. EP Study One More Time

         5:00pm.. Conclusion, Evaluation

* OVER 4000 NURSES AND TECHNICIANS HAVE ATTENDED THIS PROGRAM !!!

ACCREDITATION
A certificate of attendance will be given upon completion of course requirements, enabling you to register your credit with the appropriate licensing boards or associations. You may apply for other accreditations using the procedure established by the specific organization. Additional brochures and evaluation forms can be provided upon request. Full attendance is required. No partial contact hours will be issued for partial attendance.

NURSES AND TECHNICIANS
These programs have been approved by the California Board of Nursing (CEP 12206) and the ASRT (pending).

FACULTY
Kriegh P. Moulton, M.D. is Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Prairie Heart Institute; Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine; and a senior member of the firm Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants, Ltd., Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Moulton has presented this course to electrophysiology staff across the U.S. He makes electrophysiology come alive with an exciting and understandable presentation.

Linda Moulton, R.N., M.S. is a researcher, educator, consultant, medical writer, and Owner of Critical Care ED and C.C.E. Consulting. Her other professional roles have included manager, and clinical specialist. She has taught across the U.S., for NASPE and for industry. She manages the "orderanddisorder.com" website.

Hotel Accommodations
Locations and Reservations

Las Vegas, “The Basics”, November 6-7, 2009

This conference will be held at Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, 3475 Las Vegas Blvd S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-369-5000.Critical Care ED has reserved rooms for participants and their guests at special rates in effect, based on availability from November 5 through the night of November 6, 2009, with November 7 checkout. Room rate for single or double occupancy is $109 per night plus tax. All guests should make reservations directly with the hotel at 1-888-458-8471. Reservations should be made under Critical Care ED’s Group Code: SHORD9 to receive the group rate. Reservations must include first night’s deposit to be guaranteed. Major credit cards are acceptable to establish pre-payment. Be sure to request written confirmation of your registration. Each guest room must have at least one registered guest 21 years of ago or older. Gaming in the casino is not permitted for anyone under 21.

Release Date:
The hotel room release date is October 13, 2009. To take advantage of the reduced rates, you must make your reservations before this date. The reduced rate may not be available after October 13, 2009. Call the hotel for availability after this date.

Room Cancellations:
Contact the hotel regarding cancellations. Harrah’s Las Vegas allows attendees the right to cancel their guest room reservations without penalty up to 72 hours prior to arrival date. The hotel will bill the attendee one night’s guest room rate plus tax for cancellations within 72 hours of scheduled arrival. The hotel must be notified in advance or at check-in if earlier departure is anticipated to avoid an early departure fee.

Airport Transportation:
Shuttles are available at McCarron Airport: $6 one way, $12 round trip.

Parking:
Parking is complimentary.