Association of Inherited Cardiac Conditions Conference 2024

Association of Inherited Cardiac Conditions (AICC) Conference 2024

Advanced Updates in Inherited Cardiovascular Diseases, Cardiogenetics & Precision Cardiology

Overview

The Association of Inherited Cardiac Conditions (AICC) Conference 2024 is a specialized educational meeting dedicated to the diagnosis, genetic evaluation, risk stratification, and management of inherited cardiovascular conditions (ICC). Held on November 11–12, 2024, at St Catharine’s College, this conference brings together leading experts in cardiology, cardiovascular genetics, inherited arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, and multidisciplinary patient care.

Through expert-led lectures, clinical case discussions, multidisciplinary team (MDT) sessions, abstract presentations, and interactive Q&A sessions, participants gain practical insights into the rapidly evolving field of inherited heart disease and precision cardiovascular medicine.

Course Specifications

Format

• 11 Video Lectures
• 1 PDF Program Guide
• Clinical Case Discussions
• MDT Case Reviews
• Research Abstract Presentations

Course Year

2024

Educational Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Specialty

Inherited Cardiovascular Disease & Cardiogenetics

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Recognize inherited cardiovascular disorders and their clinical presentations.
• Apply genetic testing appropriately in cardiovascular practice.
• Interpret genetic results and understand their clinical implications.
• Identify patients at risk for inherited arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death.
• Develop management strategies for inherited cardiomyopathies.
• Utilize multidisciplinary approaches for complex inherited cardiac conditions.
• Improve family screening and cascade testing strategies.
• Integrate emerging research into clinical practice.

Core Topics Covered

Inherited Cardiomyopathies

• Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
• Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
• Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy (ACM)
• Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
• Genetic Risk Assessment
• Family Screening

Inherited Arrhythmia Syndromes

• Long QT Syndrome
• Brugada Syndrome
• Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (CPVT)
• Short QT Syndrome
• Sudden Cardiac Death Prevention
• ICD Considerations

Cardiovascular Genetics

• Genetic Testing Strategies
• Variant Interpretation
• Genotype–Phenotype Correlations
• Precision Medicine
• Cascade Family Screening
• Genetic Counseling

Aortopathies and Connective Tissue Disorders

• Marfan Syndrome
• Loeys-Dietz Syndrome
• Familial Thoracic Aortic Disease
• Aortic Surveillance
• Surgical Referral Thresholds

Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Management

• Complex Case Discussions
• Family-Based Care Models
• Shared Decision-Making
• Long-Term Follow-Up Strategies

Clinical Case Sessions

Real-world cases focusing on:

• Diagnostic Challenges
• Genetic Variants of Uncertain Significance
• Risk Stratification
• Device Therapy Decisions
• Family Screening Programs

Research and Emerging Therapies

• Novel Genetic Discoveries
• Gene-Based Therapies
• Precision Cardiology
• Future Directions in Inherited Heart Disease

Educational Features

Expert Faculty

Presentations by internationally recognized specialists in inherited cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular genetics.

Case-Based Learning

Practical discussions centered on real patient scenarios and management decisions.

Interactive Sessions

Audience participation, Q&A sessions, and multidisciplinary case reviews.

Research Updates

Latest developments in cardiogenetics and inherited cardiac disease management.

Target Audience

Physicians

• Cardiologists
• Electrophysiologists
• Heart Failure Specialists
• Clinical Geneticists
• Internal Medicine Physicians

Allied Healthcare Professionals

• Genetic Counselors
• Cardiac Nurses
• Advanced Practice Providers

Trainees

• Cardiology Fellows
• Electrophysiology Fellows
• Genetics Trainees
• Internal Medicine Residents

Why This Conference Stands Out

• Dedicated entirely to inherited cardiovascular disease.
• Strong focus on practical clinical application of genetic testing.
• Extensive multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Covers both inherited arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies.
• Bridges the gap between genetics research and everyday clinical practice.