UCSF CME: 10th Annual California Heart Rhythm Symposium

Advanced Electrophysiology, Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular Tachycardia & Cardiac Device Management

The UCSF CME 10th Annual California Heart Rhythm Symposium is a comprehensive electrophysiology education program developed by leading experts from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). This advanced symposium provides an in-depth review of contemporary cardiac electrophysiology, focusing on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of complex heart rhythm disorders.

Featuring more than 11 hours of expert-led video content, the symposium explores cutting-edge developments in atrial fibrillation management, ventricular tachycardia ablation, inherited arrhythmias, cardiac sarcoidosis, arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy, heart failure device therapy, physiologic pacing, wearable technologies, and emerging innovations in electrophysiology.

Through lectures, debates, case-based discussions, and expert panel sessions, participants gain practical insights into evidence-based arrhythmia management and evolving technologies that are transforming patient care.

Course Features

• Over 11 Hours of Video Lectures

• UCSF Continuing Medical Education Program

• Expert Electrophysiology Faculty

• Case-Based Discussions

• Interactive Panel Debates

• Contemporary Arrhythmia Management

• Advanced Ablation Strategies

• Device Therapy Updates

• Heart Failure & Electrophysiology Integration

• Evidence-Based Clinical Practice

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Cardiac Electrophysiologists

• Cardiologists

• Interventional Cardiologists

• Heart Failure Specialists

• Cardiology Fellows

• Internal Medicine Physicians

• Advanced Practice Providers

• Cardiovascular Nurses

• Device Clinic Professionals

• Healthcare Professionals Managing Cardiac Arrhythmias

It is particularly valuable for clinicians seeking:

• Electrophysiology Education

• Atrial Fibrillation Updates

• Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation Training

• Cardiac Device Therapy Reviews

• Conduction System Pacing Education

• Inherited Arrhythmia Management

• Advanced Heart Rhythm Disorders Training

• Cardiology CME Content

Program Overview

The 10th Annual California Heart Rhythm Symposium provides a state-of-the-art review of contemporary electrophysiology and arrhythmia management. The curriculum combines scientific advances, clinical trial evidence, procedural techniques, and practical patient management strategies relevant to modern electrophysiology practice.

Participants learn from nationally recognized experts discussing current controversies, emerging therapies, advanced mapping technologies, physiologic pacing techniques, wearable devices, and evolving approaches to complex arrhythmia treatment.

The symposium emphasizes evidence-based care while exploring future directions in heart rhythm management and cardiovascular innovation.

Learning Objectives

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

• Apply contemporary evidence-based strategies for atrial fibrillation management

• Evaluate indications and outcomes for catheter ablation procedures

• Integrate advanced pacing technologies into clinical practice

• Assess inherited and acquired arrhythmia syndromes

• Optimize treatment strategies for ventricular tachycardia

• Evaluate emerging therapies for heart failure and rhythm disorders

• Utilize wearable technologies for arrhythmia detection and monitoring

• Interpret current evidence regarding anticoagulation therapy

• Understand the role of cardiac devices in complex patient populations

• Improve patient outcomes through advanced electrophysiology interventions

Atrial Fibrillation

The atrial fibrillation section provides a comprehensive review of AF mechanisms, prevention strategies, anticoagulation controversies, and contemporary catheter ablation techniques.

Key Topics

• Mechanisms of Atrial Fibrillation Using Integrated Optical and Multi-Electrode Mapping

• Risk Factors for AF and Prevention Strategies

• Catheter Ablation and Dementia Prevention

• Anticoagulation in CHA₂DS₂-VASc Score 1 Patients

• Cryoballoon versus Radiofrequency Ablation Outcomes

• Management of Persistent AF Beyond Pulmonary Vein Isolation

• Endocardial versus Epicardial Left Atrial Appendage Isolation

• Ablation of Asymptomatic AF

• Expert Panel Discussions and Clinical Debates

Cardiac Sarcoidosis & ARVC

This section focuses on diagnosis and management of inflammatory and inherited cardiomyopathies associated with arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death.

Key Topics

• Pulmonary Evaluation of Sarcoidosis

• Rheumatologic Management of Cardiac Sarcoidosis

• Arrhythmia Management in Cardiac Sarcoidosis

• Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC) Diagnosis

• ARVC Medical Therapy

• Catheter Ablation for ARVC

• Clinical Controversies Panel Discussion

Inherited Arrhythmias

Advanced discussions on genetic arrhythmia syndromes and sudden cardiac death prevention.

Key Topics

• Redefining Sudden Cardiac Death

• Brugada Syndrome and Curative Interventional Therapies

• LifeVest Utilization After Myocardial Infarction

• Risk Stratification in High-Risk Patients

• Clinical Debates on Wearable Defibrillator Use

New Therapies for Heart Failure

Exploration of modern electrophysiology approaches integrated into heart failure management.

Key Topics

• Subcutaneous ICDs (S-ICD)

• Novel Pacing Strategies

• His Bundle Pacing

• Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing (LBBAP)

• AF Ablation as First-Line Therapy in Heart Failure

• ICD Indications in Dilated Cardiomyopathy

• Wearable Technologies and Arrhythmia Monitoring

• Heart Failure Panel Discussions

Clinical Debates

• His Bundle Pacing as First-Line Therapy for AV Block

• Physiologic Pacing versus Conventional Pacing Strategies

Ventricular Tachycardia

A comprehensive review of ventricular arrhythmias, mapping technologies, ablation techniques, and advanced treatment options.

Key Topics

• Mechanisms of Ventricular Tachycardia

• Surface ECG Localization of Idiopathic VT

• Mapping and Ablation of LV Summit & Intramural VT

• VT Management in LVAD Patients

• Neuromodulation for Refractory VT

• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy for VT

• Advanced Bailout Strategies

Expert Debate

• Should VT Ablation Be Performed Before ICD Implantation?

• First-Line VT Ablation versus Conventional ICD Strategy

Core Educational Areas

Atrial Fibrillation

• Risk Assessment

• Stroke Prevention

• Catheter Ablation

• Left Atrial Appendage Management

Cardiac Devices

• S-ICD Therapy

• ICD Decision-Making

• Wearable Defibrillators

• Remote Monitoring

Physiologic Pacing

• His Bundle Pacing

• Left Bundle Branch Pacing

• Conduction System Pacing

Inherited Arrhythmias

• Brugada Syndrome

• Sudden Cardiac Death Prevention

• Genetic Arrhythmia Syndromes

Advanced VT Management

• Catheter Ablation

• Neuromodulation

• Radiation Therapy

• LVAD-Associated Arrhythmias

Educational Features

✔ UCSF CME Program

✔ Advanced Electrophysiology Curriculum

✔ Evidence-Based Clinical Updates

✔ Interactive Expert Debates

✔ Real-World Case Discussions

✔ Contemporary Ablation Strategies

✔ Cardiac Device Management

✔ Heart Failure & EP Integration

Why This Course Stands Out

✔ Comprehensive Coverage of Modern Electrophysiology

✔ Strong Focus on Clinical Controversies

✔ Includes Emerging Technologies & Therapies

✔ Features Internationally Recognized Faculty

✔ Integrates Heart Failure & Rhythm Management

✔ Covers Both Common and Complex Arrhythmias

✔ Practical Application to Daily Clinical Practice

✔ Valuable for Fellows and Experienced Specialists

Clinical & Educational Value

The UCSF CME 10th Annual California Heart Rhythm Symposium provides a high-yield review of contemporary electrophysiology practice, integrating the latest scientific advances with practical clinical management strategies.

Through expert-led discussions on atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, inherited arrhythmias, cardiac devices, physiologic pacing, and heart failure therapies, participants gain the knowledge necessary to optimize patient outcomes and remain current in the rapidly evolving field of cardiac electrophysiology.