Journal of Innovation in Cardiac Rhythm Management
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Activity Description
This on-demand webcast features the proceedings of a lunch symposium held at the APACVS 42nd Annual Meeting, which is comprised of lectures and panel discussions. The activity explores optimal strategies to improve the quality of care in patients with Atrial Fibrillation, and examines the role of Cryo Nerve Block as an alternative opioid-sparing pain management therapy in sternotomy procedures.  

 

Agenda

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Agenda – Time Listed are CDT

Welcome and Introduction
Karen Martinelli, RN, CCRN

Predictors of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke: Should We Perform Prophylactic AF Ablation?
Jason Nies, PA-C, MPH, MS

Cryo Nerve Block in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Trisha Wilcox, RN, MSN, APNP

The Benefits of Hybrid Ablation for Treating Non-Responders and Long-Standing Persistent AF Patients
Karen Martinelli, RN, CCRN


Commercial Support
This activity is supported through educational grant from AtriCure

Joint Providership:
MediaSphere Medical, LLC and Ciné-Med

 

Faculty

Program Chair/Presenter/Moderator

Karen Martinelli RN CCRN

Karen Martinelli, RN, CCRN
Atrial Fibrillation Nurse Navigator
Atrial Fibrillation Clinic, WellStar Health System
Atlanta, GA

Presenters and Panelists

Jason Nies PA C MPH MS

Jason Nies, PA-C, MPH, MS
Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute
Rapid City, SD

Trisha Wilcox NP

Trisha Wilcox, RN, MSN, APNP
Medical College of Wisconsin
Campbellsport, WI