The 2nd Cardio-Rheumatology Symposium
Description:
The latest evidence shows a strong connection between inflammation and cardiovascular disease in people with rheumatic diseases. But how do we address both conditions at the same time?
On September 13th, a team of experts will unpack the underlying mechanisms linking these conditions and discuss practical strategies to optimize primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Join us this year for the 2nd Cardio-Rheum Symposium. Tickets and more information are listed below.
Accreditation:
College of Family Physicians of Canada - Mainpro+ - 4.5 Mainpro+ 1 credit/hour credits;
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – 4.5 Section 1 hours;
American Medical Association - 4.5 Category 1 credits;
European Union for Medical Specialists (EUMS) - 4.5 ECMEC credits
AGENDA:
8:30-9:00 - Registration and Light breakfast
9:00-9:40 - Practical Approaches to Cardiovascular Risk Stratification in Rheumatic Patients
Dr. Shadi Akhtari, Cardiologist, Women's College Hospital
9:40-10:20 - Exercise as Medicine
Ms. Mireille Landry, Physiotherapist, Women's College Hospital
10:20-10:40 - BREAK
10:40-11:20 - Microbiome in Rheumatic Diseases and Cardio-metabolic conditions
Dr. Jose Scher, Rheumatologist, New York University School of Medicine
11:20-12:00 - Arrhythmias in Cardio-Rheumatology
Dr. Paula Harvey, Cardiologist and Physician-in-Chief, Women’s College Hospital
12:00-1:00 - LUNCH
1:00-1:40 - Impact of Rheumatic Medications on Cardiovascular Risk
Dr. Lihi Eder, Rheumatologist, Women's College Hospital
1:40-2:20 - Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Heart Manifestations
Dr. Murray Urowitz, Rheumatologist, Toronto Western Hospital
2:20-3:00 - Panel Discussion - Question & Answer Period
SPEAKERS:
Dr. Murray Urowitz, MD, FRCPC, FACP
Dr. Jose U. Scher, MD
Dr. Lihi Eder, MD, PhD
Dr. Paula Harvey, BMBS, PhD, FRACP
Mireille Landry, PT, MSc
Dr. Shadi Akhtari, MD, FRCPC, FACC
Tickets:
• General Admission: $25
• Trainees (residents, fellows, students): $15
Parking:
• Access to the hospital's underground parking lot is off of Grenville Street.