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Canadian Cardiovascular Society
Preliminary Program

  Saturday, October 25
     
  08:00 - 17:00

7th ANNUAL CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINEE DAY
Supported by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society Academy
Training Cardiovascular Leaders of Tomorrow

Target Audience
Future Cardiovascular Specialists and Scientists

For more information about the Trainee Day and other CCS trainee initiatives visit www.ccs.ca
Registration for the Trainee Day is required to ensure sufficient food/beverage and space is available.  Register on-line at www.cardiocongress.org.  

Space is limited!

  12:00 - 14:00
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SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Bayer Inc.

The Evolution of Stroke Prevention: Where are We Now? Where are We Going?

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  13:00 - 16:00
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SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Medtronic of Canada Ltd.

Controversies in Coronary Interventions: Annual Interventional Workshop

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  16:30 - 18:00 WELCOME RECEPTION AND OPENING OF THE COMMUNITY FORUM (with Poster Sessions)

  18:00 - 21:00
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PREV
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Boehringer Ingelheim Canada Ltd.

Management of High-risk Patients: Recent Advances and Clinical Implications

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  18:00 - 21:00
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SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Medtronic of Canada Ltd.

Saving Lives with Innovative Technology - Diabetes and Sudden Cardiac Death

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.


  Sunday, October 26
     
  07:00 - 09:00

SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and AstraZeneca Canada Inc.

The CV Show: Expert Insights into Atherosclerotic Vulnerability in the Vulnerable Patient

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  08:00 - 12:00
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and sanofi-aventis / Bristol-Myers Squibb Canada Co.

New Concepts in Acute Coronary Syndromes: Beyond 2000 (XIV)

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  10:00 - 12:00


SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Merck Frosst / Schering Pharmaceuticals

The 4th Annual Medical Debate in Lipid Management
Meeting the Challenge of Evolving Evidence

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  11:30 Community Forum Opens (with Poster Sessions)

  12:00 - 14:00




CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY SYMPOSIUM
Sponsored by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Pulsus Group Incorporated
Presented in Collaboration with the Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta, University of Calgary


Risk Prediction in Cardiovascular Disease – Current Status and Future Challenges
Co-chairs: Eldon Smith and Todd Anderson

Opening Remarks
Eldon Smith

Endothelial Dysfunction
Todd Anderson

Biomarkers
Bruce McManus

Coronary Disease
Bill Ghali

Sudden Cardiac Death Post Myocardial Infarction
Derek Exner

Panel Discussion
Todd Anderson

  12:00 - 14:00 9th ANNUAL CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINEE LUNCHEON
Supported by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society Academy

The Trainee Luncheon will provide networking opportunities among trainees and senior CCS members.

For more information about the Trainee Luncheon and other CCS trainee initiatives visit www.ccs.ca.

Registration for the Trainee Luncheon is required to ensure sufficient food/beverage and space is available.  Register on-line at www.cardiocongress.org.

Space is limited!

  12:00 - 14:00 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  12:30 - 13:30 MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

  12:30 - 14:00 Lunch, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

  14:00 - 16:00
CCC OPENING CEREMONIES AND HSFC LECTURE
The Gender Gap in Cardiovascular Disease
Susan Bennett
Washington, DC

  16:00 - 16:30 Refreshment Break, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

  16:00 - 17:00 MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

  16:30 - 18:00




JOINT CCS/ACC SYMPOSIUM
Hot Topics in Heart Failure


Prevention of Heart Failure
James Young
Cleveland, OH


Diastolic Dysfunction, Diabetes and Heart Failure
Peter Liu

Heart Failure and Chronic Kidney Disease
Marc Pfeffer
Boston, MA


End of Life Issues in the Heart Failure Patient
Heather Ross

  16:30 - 18:00 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  17:00 Community Forum Closes

  18:00 - 21:00


SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society, Abbott Vascular, AstraZeneca Canada Inc. and sanofi-aventis.

Expert Opinions - Advances in Cardiology

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  18:00 - 21:00
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Merck Frosst Canada Ltd.

Managing Cardiovascular and Metabolic Challenges - Treatment Strategies for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  18:30 - 19:30 CCS AWARDS RECEPTION


  Monday, October 27
     
  07:00 - 09:00
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Pfizer Canada Inc.

Straight from the Heart: Smoking Cessation Meets CV Risk Management

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  07:00 - 09:00
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Eli Lilly Canada Inc.

Improving Outcomes with Antiplatelet Therapy: Practical Applications from New Research

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  09:00 - 10:00
STATE-OF-THE-ART LECTURE
Challenge in the 21st Century - From Treatment to Promotion of Cardiovascular Health
Valentin Fuster
New York, NY

  09:00 - 10:30

10:00

10:00 - 10:30

10:30 - 11:00

10:30 - 11:30
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

Community Forum Opens (with Poster Sessions)

CCS RESEARCH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD PRESENTATION

Refreshment Break, Poster Presentations and Exhibition


MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

  11:00 - 12:00
CANADIAN HEART HEALTH STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN – UPDATE
Chair: Eldon Smith

  11:00 - 12:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  12:30 - 13:30 MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS
Student Presentation Award Finalists - Basic Science

  12:30 - 14:00 Lunch, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

  12:30 - 14:00






SYMPOSIUM ON PULMONARY HYPERTENSION
Moderator: Jocelyn Dupuis

Pathobiology of Pulmonary Hypertension
Evangelos Michelakis

Diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension and When to Refer to a Specialized Center
David Langleben

Treatment of Pulmonary Hypertension
Sanjay Mehta

Pulmonary Hypertension in Children and Adolescents
Tilman Humpl

  12:30 - 14:00 WOMEN IN CARDIAC SCIENCES (by Invitation Only)
An Eye-opening Experience – Medical Care in the Guyanese Rainforest
Sherryn Levinoff Roth


  14:00 - 15:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  15:30 - 16:00 Refreshment Break, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

  15:30 - 16:30 MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

  16:00 - 17:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  16:00 - 17:30




DEBATES – CURRENT CONTROVERSIES IN CARDIOVASCULAR SCIENCES
Asymptomatic Patients with Severe Organic MR Should Have Early Surgery
Pro: Thierry Mesana
Con: Jean Gaston Dumesnil


There Should be a Moratorium on CT Imaging Until There are RCT’s
Pro: G.B. John Mancini
Con: Tej Seth

  16:30 Community Forum Closes

  17:30 - 19:30

SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Servier Canada Inc.

Heart Rate Reduction and the Management of Cardiovascular Disease

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  17:30 - 19:30
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and the Canadian Cardiovascular Research Network.

CV Quest 2008: Progress and Promise

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  19:30 - 23:00 Toronto City Night (Ticket Required)
Heritage Park, CNE grounds


  Tuesday, October 28
     
  07:00 - 09:00
SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Astellas Pharma Canada Inc.

Atrial Fibrillation: From Prevention to Cure — A Case-Based Journey

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  07:00 - 09:00

SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

Multi-faceted Approach to Vascular Risks: Where are we Headed?

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  09:00 - 09:45
JOHN KEITH LECTURE
Integrated Approach to Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in Childhood
Stephen Daniels
Aurora, Colorado

  09:00 - 12:30 CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

  09:45 - 10:30
WILFRED G BIGELOW LECTURE
Cardiac Surgery - Retrospective and Prospective Views
Neil McKenzie

Followed by the Paul Cartier Award Presentation

  10:00

10:30 - 11:00

10:30 - 11:30

11:00 - 12:30

12:30 - 13:30


12:30 - 14:00

12:30 - 14:00
Community Forum Opens (with Poster Sessions)

Refreshment Break, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

CIHR/ICRH DISTINGUISHED LECTURE IN CARDIOVASCULAR SCIENCES

MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS
Student Presentation Award Finalists - Clinical Science

Lunch, Poster Presentations and Exhibition

CANADIAN CARDIOVASCULAR SOCIETY ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AND CANADIAN CARDIOVASCULAR SOCIETY ACADEMY ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (Ticket Required)

  14:00 - 15:00






GUIDELINES AND POSITION STATEMENTS
Treatments for Atrial Fibrillation
Refractory Angina
  14:00 - 15:30

15:30 - 16:00

15:30 - 16:30

16:00 - 17:30

16:30
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

Refreshment Break, Poster Presentations and Exhibition


MODERATED POSTER SESSIONS

CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

Community Forum Closed
Join us in Edmonton for CCC 2009


  Wednesday, October 29
     
  07:00 - 09:00

SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM
This session has been co-developed by the Canadian Cardiovascular Society, Merck Frosst / Schering Pharmaceuticals and sanofi-aventis / Bristol Myers Squibb Canada

Expert Opinions: Current Issues in Cardiology

Please refer to the Satellite Symposia program.

  09:00 - 10:30

09:00 - 11:00

11:00 - 11:30
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (Workshop and Abstract Presentations)

LATE BREAKING AND FEATURED CLINICAL TRIALS SESSION

Congress Closing Remarks


  Learning Tracks
 

Atherosclerosis, Basic Vascular
Ischemic Heart Disease, ACS, PCI, Stroke
Pediatrics, Congenital Heart Disease
Electrophysiology, Sudden Cardiac Death, Arrhythmology
Heart Failure, Heart Function, Cardiomyopathy, Transplant
Hypertension, Vascular Biology
q Imaging Techniques, Nuclear Cardiology, MRI, Echo
q Prevention
q Cardiac Surgery, Anesthesia
Of Interest to All Tracks