Iowa Carver College of Medicine – Iowa Cardiovascular Summit 2025 (Videos + Audios + PDFs)

Comprehensive Cardiology Update, Heart Failure, Electrophysiology, Structural Heart Disease & Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Medicine

Overview

Iowa Carver College of Medicine Iowa Cardiovascular Summit 2025 is a comprehensive cardiovascular education program designed to provide clinicians with the latest evidence-based updates across the full spectrum of cardiovascular medicine. The summit combines foundational cardiovascular principles with emerging innovations in heart failure management, electrophysiology, structural heart interventions, lipid therapy, cardiac transplantation, and artificial intelligence.

Developed for cardiologists, internists, cardiovascular trainees, and allied healthcare professionals, this program delivers practical guidance for managing complex cardiovascular disorders while integrating contemporary research findings into everyday clinical practice.

The curriculum emphasizes real-world clinical decision-making, covering topics ranging from basic hemodynamics and challenging ECG interpretation to advanced therapies such as LVADs, heart transplantation, transcatheter interventions, and precision cardiovascular medicine.

This educational package includes 27 video lectures, 27 audio recordings, 27 subtitle files, and 33 downloadable PDF presentations from leading cardiovascular experts.

Course Highlights

• 27 Video Lectures (MP4)
• 27 Audio Recordings (MP3)
• 27 Subtitle Files (VTT)
• 33 Downloadable PDF Presentations
• Comprehensive Cardiovascular Medicine Update
• Heart Failure & LVAD Management
• Electrophysiology & Arrhythmia Care
• Structural & Valvular Heart Disease
• Lipid Management & Preventive Cardiology
• Artificial Intelligence in Cardiology
• Cardiac Transplantation Updates
• Genetic Cardiovascular Medicine

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Apply fundamental hemodynamic principles in cardiovascular patient management.
• Interpret complex ECG findings and arrhythmia presentations.
• Optimize treatment strategies for valvular and structural heart disease.
• Integrate contemporary lipid-lowering therapies into cardiovascular prevention.
• Evaluate the role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in cardiovascular risk reduction.
• Assess current indications for transcatheter and surgical cardiovascular therapies.
• Manage patients with advanced heart failure and LVAD support.
• Address arrhythmias in heart transplant recipients.
• Utilize evidence-based antiplatelet strategies for coronary artery disease.
• Understand emerging applications of artificial intelligence in cardiovascular care.
• Identify appropriate candidates for cardiovascular genetic counseling and testing.

Major Topics Covered

Cardiovascular Hemodynamics

The summit begins with a practical review of cardiovascular physiology and hemodynamics.

Topics Include

• Cardiac output assessment
• Pressure-volume relationships
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Shock states
• Heart failure physiology
• Clinical hemodynamic interpretation

Participants strengthen their understanding of fundamental concepts that guide cardiovascular decision-making.

Heart Failure Management

Heart failure remains a central focus throughout the conference.

Covered Topics

• Early-stage heart failure
• Guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT)
• HFrEF management
• HFpEF updates
• Disease progression
• Risk stratification

Faculty review the latest evidence supporting contemporary heart failure treatment strategies.

Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs)

Dedicated sessions address advanced heart failure therapies and device management.

Topics Include

• LVAD emergencies
• Device troubleshooting
• Hemodynamic optimization
• Patient monitoring
• Complication management
• Advanced heart failure pathways

Participants gain practical skills for recognizing and managing LVAD-related challenges.

Heart Transplantation & Post-Transplant Arrhythmias

The summit reviews modern transplant cardiology.

Topics Include

• Heart transplant evaluation
• Post-transplant care
• Arrhythmia management
• Immunosuppression considerations
• Long-term outcomes
• Advanced heart failure referral

Special attention is given to rhythm disturbances unique to transplant recipients.

Cardiac Electrophysiology & ECG Interpretation

Electrophysiology sessions focus on both foundational and advanced rhythm management.

Covered Topics

• Challenging ECG interpretation
• Atrial fibrillation
• Ventricular arrhythmias
• Conduction disorders
• Device therapies
• Complex rhythm diagnosis

Faculty present practical case-based approaches to difficult electrophysiology scenarios.

Coronary Artery Disease & Antiplatelet Therapy

The program reviews contemporary management of ischemic heart disease.

Topics Include

• Coronary artery disease (CAD)
• Antiplatelet therapy optimization
• Secondary prevention
• Acute coronary syndromes
• Risk reduction strategies
• Long-term management

Participants review current guideline-based recommendations and evolving treatment paradigms.

Valvular & Structural Heart Disease

Structural heart interventions continue to transform cardiovascular care.

Topics Include

• Aortic stenosis
• Mitral valve disease
• Tricuspid valve therapies
• Transcatheter interventions
• Surgical valve management
• Patient selection strategies

Faculty discuss how modern therapies are expanding treatment options for valvular disease.

Lipid Management & Preventive Cardiology

A major focus of the summit is cardiovascular prevention.

Covered Topics

• LDL cholesterol reduction
• Lipoprotein management
• Statin therapy
• Non-statin therapies
• PCSK9 inhibitors
• Cardiovascular prevention strategies

Participants learn practical approaches to reducing long-term cardiovascular risk.

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists & Cardiometabolic Medicine

The conference reviews the growing role of GLP-1 therapies in cardiovascular care.

Topics Include

• GLP-1 receptor agonists
• Obesity management
• Cardiovascular risk reduction
• Diabetes and heart disease
• Weight-loss therapies
• Emerging clinical evidence

Faculty discuss how these medications are reshaping preventive cardiology.

Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Medicine

The summit explores the integration of AI into modern cardiovascular practice.

Topics Include

• Artificial intelligence applications
• Machine learning in cardiology
• Predictive analytics
• Imaging interpretation
• Clinical decision support
• Workflow optimization

Participants gain insight into technologies likely to influence future cardiovascular care.

Cardiovascular Genetics & Genetic Counseling

Precision medicine receives dedicated attention throughout the course.

Topics Include

• Inherited cardiovascular disorders
• Genetic testing
• Family screening
• Cardiomyopathies
• Arrhythmia syndromes
• Genetic counseling referrals

Faculty review when and how genetics should be incorporated into cardiovascular practice.

Educational Features

✔ Comprehensive cardiovascular medicine update

✔ Heart failure and LVAD education

✔ Advanced electrophysiology discussions

✔ Structural heart disease reviews

✔ Preventive cardiology updates

✔ GLP-1 and cardiometabolic medicine coverage

✔ Artificial intelligence applications in cardiology

✔ Cardiac transplantation education

✔ Genetic cardiovascular medicine updates

✔ Practical case-based learning

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Cardiologists
• Internal Medicine Physicians
• Heart Failure Specialists
• Electrophysiologists
• Interventional Cardiologists
• Preventive Cardiologists
• Cardiology Fellows
• Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Advanced Practice Providers
• Residents and Trainees
• Healthcare Professionals Involved in Cardiovascular Care

Why This Course Stands Out

✔ Broad coverage of contemporary cardiovascular medicine

✔ Combines foundational concepts with emerging innovations

✔ Strong emphasis on practical clinical application

✔ Includes advanced heart failure and LVAD management

✔ Reviews AI and precision medicine developments

✔ Covers preventive cardiology and cardiometabolic therapies

✔ Integrates electrophysiology, transplant, and structural heart updates

✔ Evidence-based and guideline-focused curriculum

✔ Suitable for both specialists and general cardiovascular clinicians

✔ Addresses future directions in cardiovascular care

4. Topics

1. Basics of Hemodynamics in Heart Failure

2. Early Evaluation of Patients at Risk for Heart Failure

3. Basics of Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device (CIED)

4. Basics of Ischemic Evaluation

5. Challenging ECGs

6. Transcatheter Interventions

7. Valves and Arrhythmias

8. Surgical Interventions

9. Medical Optimization of Valvular Disease

10. Anticoagulation in Afib and Left Atrial Appendage Closure

11. Improving Access to Cardiovascular Medications

12. Antiplatelets for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Patients

13. GLP-1 and Cardiovascular Disease Treatment

14. Basic Lipid Management

15. When to Refer to Genetic Counseling

16. Channelopathy

17. Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy- Basic Work-up

18. When to Refer Patients for Advanced Heart Failure Therapies

19. LVAD and Arrhythmias

20. Emergencies with LVAD

21. Cardiac Arrhythmias in Heart Transplants

22. What to do for a Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Non-responder and How to Optimize Device Therapy

23. New and Upcoming Therapy in Heart Failure

24. New and Upcoming Therapy in EP

25. New and Upcoming Therapy in CT Surgery

26. What is New and Upcoming in Imaging

27. Artificial Intelligence in Current Day Cardiovascular Medicine

28. Beta-Blockers after Myocardial Infarction in Patients without Heart Failure

29. WITHDRAWAL-AF – Outcomes After Staged Withdrawal of Heart Failure Therapy Post-AF Ablation