***Postponement***

Due to Hurricane Helene's widespread devastation, including its heavy impact on the Asheville community, the inaugural Asheville Electrophysiology Symposium 2024 has been postponed until further notice. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who have been affected.

Introduction to the Asheville Electrophysiology Symposium
The Inaugural Asheville Electrophysiology Symposium has been designed to serve as the premier conference that examines advancements in techniques and technologies for treating complex cardiac arrhythmias. The interactive educational sessions provide ample opportunities to engage with renowned experts and offer an unparalleled learning experience in an environment that fosters collaboration. The comprehensive program includes recorded case demonstrations, interactive panel discussions with Q&A sessions, and lively debates. One of the many highlights of the symposium is the focus on regional centers, showcasing local innovative approaches to complex arrhythmia, optimal clinical decision-making strategies, and the most up-to-date techniques for complex ablation and pacing procedures. 

Conference Highlights
  • Complimentary Attendance
  • Focus on Innovations in Electrophysiology
  • Direct Faculty Engagement
  • Exhibits and Networking Opportunities

Who Should Attend
This educational activity has been designed for the multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals who manage cardiac arrhythmias, including Electrophysiologists, Cardiologists, Cardiac Surgeons, Fellows-in-Training, Allied Healthcare Professionals, and other associated healthcare professionals who have a clinical interest in the pathophysiology and management of complex arrhythmias.

Date and Time
Saturday, October 19, 2024 • 7:00 AM – 2:45 PM EST

Location
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel, 31 Woodfin Street, Asheville, NC

• Agenda
• Faculty
• Registration
• Industry Partners

Agenda

Agenda
7:00 – 8:00 AM		Breakfast and Exhibits
8:00 – 8:05 AM		Welcome and Introductions
		Session I – Innovations in EP - Supraventricular Interventions Moderator: John Rhyner, MD
8:05 – 8:30 AM		Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation Anil Gehi, MD
8:30 – 8:55 AM		Surgical Interventions in Autonomic Dysfunction Patrick Whalen, MD
8:55 – 9:15 AM		Minimally Invasive Interventions in Autonomic Dysfunction Joseph Donnelly, MD
9:15 – 9:35 AM		Panel Discussion with Q&A Session
		Session II – Innovations in EP – Ventricular Arrhythmias Moderator: Mikhael El-Chami, MD
9:35 – 10:00 AM		Noninvasive Mapping and Ablation of VT Michael Lloyd, MD
10:00 – 10:35 AM		InHeart Mapping for VT Ablation Jeffrey Winterfield, MD
10:35 – 11:00 AM		Management and Ablation of Ventricular Fibrillation Albert Sun, MD
11:00 – 11:25 AM		Future of Physiologic Pacing Zachary Hale, MD
11:25 – 11:50 AM		Emerging Concepts in Lead Extraction Rohit Mehta, MD
11:50 AM – 12:10 PM		Panel Discussion with Q&A Session
12:10 – 1:00 PM		Lunch and Exhibits
		Session III - Hospital Administration and Electrophysiology Practice Moderator: Joseph Donnelly, MD
1:00 – 1:20 PM		Private Practice & Surgical Centers: Where Do You See Yourself in 10 Years as an Electrophysiologist? James Wang, MD
1:20 – 1:40 PM		Prospect of Regional EP Groups. Lessons from Emerge Ortho John Rhyner, MD
1:40 – 2:00 PM		Panel Discussion with Q&A Session
		Session IV - Controversies in EP Debate PFA is a “Game Changing Technology”   Moderator: Michael Lloyd, MD
2:00 – 2:05 PM		Pro: Frank Cuoco, MD
2:05 – 2:10 PM		Con: Faisal Merchant, MD
2:10 – 2:20 PM		Rebuttals
2:20 – 2:30 PM		Audience Questions and Discussions
2:30 – 2:45 PM		Closing Remarks and Take-Home Lessons

 

Faculty

Program Chairs
John Brandt, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC Joseph Donnelly, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC Zachary Hale, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC Jason Lappe, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC		Michael Manogue, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC Michael O’Quinn, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC John Rhyner, MD Mission Health Asheville, NC
Faculty
Frank Cuoco, MD Charleston Heart Specialists Trident Health - HCA Charleston, SC Mikhael El-Chami, MD Emory Healthcare Atlanta, GA Anil Gehi, MD   UNC School of Medicine Chapel Hill, NC  Michael Lloyd, MD Emory Healthcare Atlanta, GA  Faisal Merchant, MD Emory Healthcare Atlanta, GA		Rohit Mehta, MD Sanger Heart & Vascular Charlotte, NC Albert Sun, MD Duke University Durham, NC James Wang, MD Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center & Florida Hospital Oceanside Daytona Beach, FL Patrick Whalen, MD Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist  Bermuda Run, NC   Jeffrey Winterfield, MD     Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC

 

Registration

Complimentary Registration
Complimentary registration to attend in person permits full session admission and conference collateral, complimentary F&B functions, and access to exhibit displays.

Group registrations are permitted. Although walk-ins are welcomed, advanced registration is recommended.  

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Date
Thursday, May 16, 2024   

Times
• 7:00 – 8:00 AM EST: Check-In/Breakfast/Exhibits
• 8:00 – 2:45 PM EST: Educational Program

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Location
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
31 Woodfin Street
Asheville, NC

Hotel Room Reservations
Attendees may reserve hotel rooms directly with the Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel or through an independent booking service.

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Industry Partners

 

 

 

Industry Partners

 

Partners In Educational Advancements   

The Inaugural Asheville Electrophysiology Symposium 2024 is made possible through generous educational grants and sponsorships from our industry partners.

Recognition of Educational Grantors will be announced shortly.

Recognition of Exhibitors will be announced shortly.

Sponsoring Organizations

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