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Dr. Nelson Bernardo, Cardiologist

Washington, DCRetrograde Tibiopedal Access Case Observation and Hands-On Animal Lab

Mon, Feb 9 – Tue, Feb 10

Mon, May 18 – Tue, May 19

Mon, Sept 14 – Tue, Sept 15

Mon, Nov 2 – Tue, Nov 3

Dr. Yazan Khatib, Cardiologist

Jacksonville, FLComplex Access and Crossing Techniques in Challenging PAD Cases

Sun, Mar 1 – Mon, Mar 2

Sun, Apr 26 – Mon, Apr 27

Sun, Oct 18 – Mon, Oct 19

Dr. Anvar Babaev, Cardiologist, Dr. Michael Attubato, Cardiologist, and Dr. Cézar Staniloae, Cardiologist

New York, NYNew Technologies and Techniques for Leg Therapies: Choosing Drug-Eluting Devices and Going Low Profile

Thu, Feb 26 – Fri, Feb 27

Thu, June 11 – Fri, June 12

Thu, Oct 1 – Fri, Oct 2

Thu, Nov 19 – Fri, Nov 20

Dr. Jihad A. Mustapha, Cardiologist

Wyoming, MIRetrograde Tibiopedal Access Training Featuring the Use of Ultrasound Technology

Tue, Mar 24 – Wed, Mar 25

Dr. Robert M. Bersin, Cardiologist

Seattle, WAThe Successful Peripheral Practice: Positive Outcomes in Complex Lower-Limb Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

Tue, Apr 7 – Thu, Apr 9

Tue, Sept 15 – Thu, Sept 17

Tue, Nov 10 – Thu, Nov 12

Dr. George L. Adams, Cardiologist

Raleigh, NCComplete Endovascular Treatment for CLI Patients and Limb Salvage

Sun, May 3 – Mon, May 4

Sun, Sept 20 – Mon, Sept 21

Sun, Nov 8 – Mon, Nov 9

Dr. Curtiss T. Stinis, Cardiologist

La Jolla, CALower-Extremity Arterial Disease: Live Cases and Case Review for Improved Patient Outcomes


Thu, Sept 24 – Fri, Sept 25

Dr. Joseph V. Lombardi, Vascular Surgeon

Philadelphia, PA Complete Lower-Leg Intervention Course TBD

Dr. Bulent Arslan, Radiologist, and Dr. Ulku C. Turba, Radiologist

Chicago, IL Comprehensive Review of Infrainguinal Arterial InterventionsMon, May 11– Tue, May 12

Mon, Aug 31 – Tue, Sept 1

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Embolic Therapies 2015


Dr. John Jacobs, Neuro-radiologist

Henderson, NV

Tips and Tricks to Improve Embolization Skills: Best Practices and Problem Solving

Fri, Apr 3 – Sat, Apr 4

Fri, Nov 13 – Sat, Nov 14


Salt Lake City, UT


Thu, Aug 13 – Fri, Aug 14

Dr. Anthony Venbrux, Interventional Radiologist

Raleigh, NC

An In-Depth View of Treating Venous Embolization and Fibroids

Thu, May 14 – Fri, May 15

Dr. Robert Feezor, Vascular Surgeon

Tampa, FL



Dr. Constantino Peña, Interventional Radiologist

Tampa, FLComplex Embolization: The Necessary Skills for Treating Difficult Cases

Fri, Oct 9 – Sat, Oct 10

Venous Therapies 2015



Henderson, NV The Essentials of IVC Filters

Thu, Apr 2 – Fri, Apr 3



Raleigh, NCThe Essentials of IVC Filters

Fri, May 15 – Sat, May 16


Tampa, FLThe Essentials of IVC Filters

Fri, June 12 – Sat, June 13

Dr. Rahul Malhotra, Cardiologist

Glendale, AZManaging DVT and PE Prevention

Sun, Apr 12 – Tue, Apr 14

Sun, Sept 13 – Tue, Sept 15


Salt Lake City, UT

Advanced Vena Cava Filter Retrieval Techniques

Fri, Aug 14 – Sat, Aug 15

Dr. Jean Bismuth, Vascular Surgeon

Houston, TXAdvanced Vena Cava Filter Retrieval Techniques

TBD

TIPS Courses 2015


Dr. Matthew S. Johnson, Interventional Radiologist

Indianapolis, IN

Techniques for Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Placement

Wed, Apr 8 – Thu Apr 9

Wed, Aug 26 – Thu Aug 27

RT/RN Courses 2015


Dr. Christopher Parr, Interventional Radiologist

Salt Lake City, UT

Becoming a Partner with Your Physician

Fri, Jan 16 – Sat, Jan 17



Atlanta, GABecoming a Partner with Your Physician




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In Cook Medical’s Vista Collaboration and Learning Program, you’ll find a commitment to working with healthcare constituents to improve patient care. We are proud to provide you a unique portal into the future of medicine.

Enhance your knowledge and skills.We’ve marked our courses at different levels so that your time with us is as productive as possible. Once you register, our Vista team members will work with you to make sure that your experience meets expectations. Want to cover something specific in your course? Let us know during registration.

Use the detachable course grid.Cut out and keep the summary grid of our 2015 courses. Or, share the grid with a colleague. We’ve designed it to fit into your pocket for review at a moment’s notice.

Course size is limited, and course dates are subject to change.



Introductory Intermediate Advanced

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Embolic Therapies 2015



Henderson, NV





Salt Lake City, UT


Thu, Aug 13 – Fri, Aug 14


Raleigh, NC


Thu, May 14 – Fri, May 15


Tampa, FL



Dr. Constantino Peña, Interventional Radiologist

Tampa, FLComplex Embolization: The Necessary Skills for Treating Difficult Cases

Fri, Oct 9 – Sat, Oct 10

Venous Therapies 2015



Henderson, NV The Essentials of IVC Filters

Thu, Apr 2 – Fri, Apr 3



Raleigh, NCThe Essentials of IVC Filters

Fri, May 15 – Sat, May 16


Tampa, FLThe Essentials of IVC Filters

Fri, June 12 – Sat, June 13

Dr. Rahul Malhotra, Cardiologist

Glendale, AZManaging DVT and PE Prevention

Sun, Apr 12 – Tue, Apr 14



Salt Lake City, UT



Dr. Jean Bismuth, Vascular Surgeon

Houston, TXAdvanced Vena Cava Filter Retrieval Techniques

TBD

TIPS Courses 2015


Dr. Matthew S. Johnson, Interventional Radiologist

Indianapolis, IN


Wed, Apr 8 – Thu Apr 9

Wed, Aug 26 – Thu Aug 27

RT/RN Courses 2015



Salt Lake City, UT


Fri, Jan 16 – Sat, Jan 17



Atlanta, GABecoming a Partner with Your Physician



1. Course size is limited and course dates are subject to change.

2. Please note: Contingent upon case load and patient needs, the number of Cook products used and the types of procedures covered are subject to change.

3. FDA approved for iliac use.

Enrolling is easy.

Step 1: Go to vista.cookmedical.com.

Step 2: To register for PAD Therapies courses, click Peripheral Intervention.

To register for Venous Therapies courses, click Peripheral Intervention or Interventional Radiology.

To register for Embolic Therapies courses, click Embolic Therapies.

To register for the TIPS course, click Interventional Radiology.

Step 3: Select from the course offerings, and choose the course type.

Step 4: Select from our available course dates and instructors. Note the meeting code.

Note: If a meeting code is not provided, other instructions will direct you after you have selected a course.

Step 5: Log in and complete the registration process via the Register and Payment tabs. (New users can create an account at the login screen.)

Contents PAD Therapies ..............................................................4–21

(Includes courses on treating CLI and tibiopedal access)

Venous Therapies ...................................................... 22–27 (Includes courses on DVT and PE prevention)

Embolic Therapies ....................................................28–35

RT/RN courses ............................................................ 36–37

TIPS courses ...............................................................38–39

COURSESUMMARY

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Course levels

Course level: Introductory

• Physicians should have a basic understanding of wires, catheters, balloons, and stents and should have been practicing interventions for a minimum of one year.

• These courses concentrate on iliac and femoral disease. The courses will use the full range of angioplasty and stenting techniques. They will focus on product selection and application of wires, sheaths, catheters, and stent placement techniques.

Course level: Intermediate

• Physicians should have a good understanding of wires, catheters, balloons, and stents and should have been practicing interventions for a minimum of two years.

• These courses focus on cases from iliac to infrapopliteal disease. Some chronic total occlusion cases will be included. The courses will use the full range of angioplasty and stenting techniques, along with CTO wire techniques and techniques with other devices.

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Course level: Advanced

• Physicians should have an excellent understanding of wires, catheters, balloons, and stents and should have been practicing interventions for a minimum of three years.

• These courses will show leg therapy interventions ranging from iliac to infrapopliteal disease. The focus will be on the treatment of critical limb ischemia and CTO cases. The courses will use the full range of angioplasty and stenting devices, along with CTO wire techniques and techniques with other devices.

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Course descriptionThis course is designed to help practicing interventionalists become more proficient in the latest DES technology available for the prevention and treatment of restenosis as well as in techniques for minimally invasive treatment of lower leg arterial disease.

Course objectivesAt the end of this course, attendees should understand:

• The broad patient selection criteria and the long-term patient benefits of Zilver® PTX® drug-eluting stents.

• Deployment and placement techniques for drug-eluting stent placement.

• The benefits of using a lower-profile Zilver 518® 5 Fr therapeutic device.

• How to identify the appropriate anatomy and how to prepare a case when using a lower-profile therapeutic device.

• How to optimize patient outcomes by using Zilver 518 5 Fr and larger therapeutic devices in a single treatment setting.

New Technologies and Techniques for Leg Therapies: Choosing Drug-Eluting Devices and Going Low Profile

*Course size is limited and course dates are subject to change.

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Course informationLocation: New York University Medical Center

Dates: Thu, Feb 26 – Fri, Feb 27



Thu, Nov 19 – Fri Nov 20

Skill level required: Intermediate

Training mode: Lectures, case observation

Instructors:

Anvar Babaev, MD, PhD, FACC, FSCAI

Michael Attubato, MD

Cézar Staniloae, MD, MHS, FACC

PAD Therapies

INTERMEDIATE

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Course descriptionThis intermediate course is designed for Vascular Interventionalists who are interested in expanding their knowledge for treating a variety of complex PAD procedures ranging from the SFA to below-the-knee interventions. Attending Vascular Surgeons will review complex cases and observe in-room live cases with the latest technology including Zilver® PTX® drug-eluting stents.

Complete Lower-Leg Intervention Course

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• Stenting with a focus on Zilver PTX.

• Strategies for a variety of complex anatomies.

• Treatment techniques involving cutting, orbital, and directional atherectomy devices.

PAD and CLI

INTERMEDIATE

Course informationLocation: Philadelphia, PA

Dates: Refer to vista.cookmedical.com for dates


Training mode: In-room case observations, lecture

Instructor:

Joseph V. Lombardi, MD, FASC

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Course descriptionThis intermediate to advanced course is designed for Interventional Radiologists interested in enhancing their knowledge for treating a variety of PAD procedures ranging from the SFA to below-the-knee interventions. Attending Interventional Radiologists will review cases and observe in-room live cases with the latest armamentarium of technology including Zilver® PTX® drug-eluting stents.

Comprehensive Review of Infrainguinal Arterial Interventions

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• Stenting with a focus on Zilver PTX.

• Analyzing diseased complex anatomy and case preparation.

• Optimal vessel access sites for challenging anatomy.

• Strategies using the latest technology for a variety of complex anatomies.

• Treatment techniques involving angioplasty, stenting, cutting, orbital, and directional atherectomy devices.

• Tools and techniques for crossing chronic occlusions.

PAD and CLI

INTERMEDIATE

Course informationLocation: Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL

Dates: Mon, May 11– Tue, May 12 Mon, Aug 31 – Tue, Sept 1


Training mode: In-room case observations, didactic case reviews

Instructors:

Bulent Arslan, MD

Ulku C. Turba, MD

Course descriptionThis course highlights a variety of treatment options for CLI and amputation prevention.

Complete Endovascular Treatment for CLI Patients and Limb Salvage

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Course informationLocation: Raleigh, NC

Dates: Sun, May 3 – Mon, May 4



Skill level required: Advanced

Training mode: Observation

PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

Instructor:

George L. Adams, MD, MHS, FACC

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• The importance of imaging, including ultrasound guidance for complex access approaches, such as antegrade, popliteal, tibiopedal, SFA, and brachial access.

• Targeting and crossing techniques for CTOs above and below the knee, as well as transcollateral access.

• Complete treatment techniques using balloons, stenting, drug-eluting stents, atherectomy devices (cutting, directional, and orbital devices), and laser catheters.

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Course descriptionRetrograde tibiopedal access may be the one last chance at limb salvage in very difficult cases. Through case observation, lectures, and hands-on ultrasound-guided needle access training, attendees will have a greater understanding of this technique.

Retrograde Tibiopedal Access Case Observation and Hands-On Animal Lab


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• How to orient ultrasound probes during scanning to identify arterial and venous flow.

• How to access vessels of similar size under ultrasound guidance.

• Foot and leg positions for ultrasound-guided needle access in the treatment of lower-limb disease.

• Lower-leg access-site management and how to minimize complications related to outflow for proximal vessel revascularization.

Course informationLocation: MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC

Dates: Mon, Feb 9 – Tue, Feb 10





Training mode: Lectures, case observation, hands-on animal lab

PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

Instructor:

Nelson L. Bernardo, MD

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Course descriptionThis course is set apart from others by its hands-on approach to understanding specific interventional options for the management of PAD.

The Successful Peripheral Practice: Positive Outcomes in Complex Lower-Limb Disease Diagnosis and Treatment


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Course objectivesAt the end of this course, attendees should:

• Have a better understanding of the possible complications of endovascular interventions.

• Be able to perform clinical procedures that can directly contribute to credentialing requirements for endovascular interventions.

Course informationLocation: Seattle, WA

Dates: Tue, Apr 7 – Thu, Apr 9




Training mode: Hands-on clinical procedures

Instructor:

Robert M. Bersin, MD

PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

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Course descriptionThis course offers a comprehensive look at the complex access and crossing techniques in challenging PAD, CLI, and amputation-prevention cases.

Complex Access and Crossing Techniques in Challenging PAD Cases


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Course informationLocation: Jacksonville, FL

Dates: Sun, Mar 1 – Mon, Mar 2




Training mode: In-room observations

PAD Therapies


• The importance of imaging, including ultrasound guidance for complex access approaches, such as antegrade, popliteal, tibiopedal, SFA, and brachial access.

• Targeting and crossing techniques for CTOs above and below the knee, as well as transcollateral access.


PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

Instructor:

Yazan Khatib, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FABVM, FSVM

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Course descriptionRetrograde tibiopedal access may be the last chance at limb salvage in very difficult cases. Through lectures and case observations, attendees will have a greater understanding of how the expanding use of ultrasound in tibiopedal access and device guidance under ultrasound can reduce radiation exposure.

Retrograde Tibiopedal Access Training Featuring the Use of Ultrasound Technology


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Course objectivesAt the end of the course, attendees should have a better understanding of the following skills:

• The angiosome concept in identifying the target vessel(s) for interventional recanalization.

• The benefits of ultrasound in placing interventional devices in below-the-knee procedures.

Course informationLocation: Metro Health Hospital, Wyoming, MI

Date: Tue, Mar 24 – Wed, Mar 25


Training mode: Lectures, case observations, hands-on ultrasound training

PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

Instructor:

Jihad A. Mustapha, MD, FACC, FSCAI

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Course descriptionThis course will focus on treatment of the SFA and lower-leg CLI interventions. You may see a wide range of lower-extremity PAD — from claudicants to CLI. You’ll review imaging, including ultrasound, CT, MR, angiography, and IVUS. You will also participate in an important discussion around the treatment of the SFA and the emerging technologies, such as drug-eluting therapies, that can improve patient outcomes.

Lower-Extremity Arterial Disease: Live Cases and Case Review for Improved Patient Outcomes


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Course objectivesAt the end of the course, attendees should have a better understanding of the following skills:

• The critical importance of understanding anatomy in imaging, including ultrasound guidance for complex access approaches such as antegrade, popliteal, tibiopedal, SFA, and brachial.

• The targeting and crossing techniques for CTOs above and below the knee, as well as transcollateral access.


Course informationLocation: La Jolla, CA

Dates: Thu, June 11 – Fri, June 12



Training mode: Lectures, in-room observations

PAD Therapies

ADVANCED

Instructor:

Curtiss T. Stinis, MD

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Course descriptionThis course will provide a complete clinical overview of pulmonary embolization (PE), including a history of IVC filters. Attendees will review cases and receive hands-on training in an animal lab to place and retrieve IVC filters.

Course objectivesAt the end of this course, attendees should be able to:

• Describe the indications and contraindications for IVC filter insertion and retrieval.

• Evaluate and identify caval imaging techniques and troubleshoot anatomical variations of the vena cava system for optimal filter placement.

• Describe and demonstrate IVC filter insertion and retrieval techniques.

• Evaluate the risks and potential complications of IVC filter insertion and retrieval.

• Discuss the advantages of bedside IVC filter insertion, and identify the appropriate imaging equipment and radiation exposure issues associated with the bedside procedure.

The Essentials of IVC Filters

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Course informationLocations: Henderson, NV (Jacobs)

Raleigh, NC (Venbrux)

Tampa, FL (Feezor)

Dates: Thu, Apr 2 – Fri, Apr 3 (Jacobs)

Fri, May 15 – Sat, May 16 (Venbrux)

Fri, June 12 – Sat, June 13 (Feezor)

Thu, Nov 12 – Fri, Nov 13(Jacobs)

Skill level required: Introductory to intermediate

Training mode: Lecture, hands-on animal lab

Instructors:

John Jacobs, MD

Anthony Venbrux, MD

Robert Feezor MD, FACS

Venous Therapies

INTERINTRO

Course descriptionThis course will provide attendees with an understanding of the clinical implications of DVT and PE and rationale for establishing an aggressive catheter-based approach to patient management. Participants will learn how to incorporate percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy and catheter-directed thrombolysis into their armamentarium of tools to treat DVT and how to place and retrieve IVC filters to prevent PE.

Managing DVT and PE Prevention

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Course objectivesBy the end of the course, attendees should be able to:

• Discuss the incidence, prevalence, and clinical implications of DVT.

• Expand their own understanding of aggressive treatment options and the role of percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy with concurrent therapies in the management of DVT patients.

• Have a solid understanding of the information and protocols to assist in the development of a DVT management program.

• Learn the role and indications for use of IVC filters in preventing PE, and observe placement and retrieval of IVC filters.

Course informationLocation: Glendale, AZ

Dates: Sun, Apr 12 – Tue, Apr 14



Training mode: In-room observations, lecture

Instructor:

Rahul Malhotra, MD, FACC, FSCAI

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Venous Therapies

INTERMEDIATE

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Course descriptionThis course will provide attendees with an understanding of the techniques and tools necessary for complex IVC filter retrievals.


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Course objectivesAt the end of this course, attendees will have a further understanding of the following:

• Understand why standard retrieval techniques fail.

• The risks and benefits of utilizing advanced retrieval techniques.

• Understand which techniques to use based upon filter type, filter position, and in-dwell time.

• The tools necessary to support these techniques.

Course informationLocations: Salt Lake City, UT (Jacobs) Houston, TX (Bismuth) Atlanta, GA (TBD)

Dates: Fri, Aug 14 – Sat, Aug 15 (Jacobs)

TBD (Bismuth)

Skill level required: Intermediate (must currently place and retrieve filters regularly in their practice)

Training mode: In-room observations, lecture, hands-on animal lab

Instructor:

John Jacobs, MD

Jean Bismuth, MD, ChB, RVT, FACS

Venous Therapies

INTERMEDIATE

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Embolic Therapies

Course level: Intermediate

• Physicians should have a good understanding of indications and uses of embolic devices, have a minimum of two years practicing interventions, and perform more than 50 embolization cases per year.

• These courses will provide an overview of various embolic agents and devices, as well as engage attendees in discussions on how to treat hemorrhages, visceral aneurysms, endoleaks, venous embolization, fistulas, and pre-Y90 cases. They are designed to help physicians understand or improve their product selection and application for embolic therapy interventions.

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Embolic Therapies

Course level: Advanced

• Physicians should have a great understanding of indications and uses of embolic devices, have a minimum of three years practicing interventions, and perform more than 100 embolization cases per year.

• These courses will provide an overview of the intermediate material and will also take an in-depth look at treating AVMs, PAVMs, and tumor embolization. The courses will also address how to treat difficult venous embolization cases, visceral aneurysms, and endoleaks. The courses are designed to help physicians understand or improve their product selection and application for complex interventions.

ADVINTER

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Course descriptionAttendees will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of embolics and will improve their skills using these devices in an animal lab.


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Course objectivesBy the end of the course, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of:

• The advantages and disadvantages of different types of embolic agents and devices.

• Treatment and problem-solving tips and tricks for a range of arterial and venous conditions that require embolization.

Course informationLocations: Henderson, NV (Jacobs)

Salt Lake City, UT (Jacobs)

Tampa, FL (Feezor)

Dates: Fri, Apr 3 – Sat, Apr 4 (Henderson, NV, Jacobs)

Thu, June 11 – Fri, June 12 (Tampa, FL, Feezor)

Thu, Aug 13 – Fri, Aug 14 (Salt Lake City, UT, Jacobs)

Fri, Nov 13 – Sat, Nov 14 (Henderson, NV, Jacobs)


Training mode: Lecture, case review, hands-on animal labs

Instructors:

John Jacobs, MD

Robert Feezor, MD, FACS

Embolic Therapies

INTERMEDIATE

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Course descriptionLearn how to provide the best outcomes for your patients as the instructor presents innovative treatment options and best practices for some of the most challenging venous embolization cases.


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Course objectivesAt the end of the course, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of:


• Innovative treatment options plus tips and tricks.

• How to provide the best treatment for patients with venous insufficiency and fibroids.

Course informationLocation: Raleigh, NC

Dates: Thu, May 14 – Fri, May 15


Training mode: Lecture, case review, hands-on animal lab

Instructor:

Anthony Venbrux, MD

Embolic Therapies

ADVANCED

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Course descriptionLearn how to provide the best outcomes for your patients as the instructor presents innovative treatment options and best practices for some of the most challenging embolization cases.

Complex Embolization: The Necessary Skills for Treating Difficult Cases

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Course objectivesAt the end of the course, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of:


• Helpful tips and tricks for treating fistulas and performing hypogastric and venous embolization.

• The innovative treatment options used to solve problems commonly seen in AVMs, PAVMs, hemorrhages, visceral aneurysms, and tumor embolization.

Course informationLocation: Tampa, FL

Dates: Fri, Oct 9 – Sat, Oct 10


Training mode: Lecture, case review, hands-on animal lab

Instructor:

Constantino Peña, MD

Embolic Therapies

ADVANCED

Course descriptionThis course will focus on leg therapies and how an RT/RN can assist the physician in various above-the-knee and below-the-knee procedures.


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This course provides

attendees with CE CREDITS

Course objectivesBy the end of the course, attendees should understand:

• How to scrub in on a case.

• How to read packaging and labels.

• Indications for IVC filter and other various products in a hands-on animal lab setting.

Course informationLocation: Atlanta, GA

Salt Lake City, UT

Dates: Fri, Jan 16 – Sat, Jan 17 (Salt Lake City, UT)

Fri, Apr 10 – Sat, Apr 11 (Atlanta, GA)

Fri, Aug 28 – Sat, Aug 29 (Salt Lake City, UT)

Fri, Nov 6 – Sat, Nov 7 (Atlanta, GA)

Skill level required: Introductory

Training mode: Didactic lecture, hands-on animal lab

Instructor: Christopher Parr, MD

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RT/RN Course

INTRODUCTORY

Course descriptionThis course offers a comprehensive look at the therapeutic modalities that are used to treat complications of portal hypertension and ascites.


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Course objectivesBy the end of the course, attendees should:

• Understand optimal criteria for patient selection.

• Determine strategies for treatments.

• Have increased proficiency in TIPS creation.

Course informationLocation: Indianapolis, IN

Dates: Wed, Apr 8 – Thu, Apr 9

Wed, Aug 26 – Thu, Aug 27


Training mode: Didactic and case presentations, case observations, hands-on animal lab

Instructor:

Matthew S. Johnson, MD

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TIPS Courses

INTERMEDIATE

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Fellows opportunities

Cook Medical provides several opportunities for fellowship training in a broad range of clinical specialties. Fellows from all over the world can interact with other fellows, physicians, and experts while gaining and sharing knowledge in a collaborative training environment.

For details, contact:

Saumya Premachandra [email protected]

or

Erin Jennings [email protected]



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