Coronary Programs

EDUCARE is a comprehensive suite of education and training programs that support healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care worldwide.

Designed for registered nurses and radiologic technologists, these programs are intended to provide foundational knowledge as well as information on new technologies and techniques.

Master The Complex™

Optimizing Revascularization through Innovation, Training, & Education

Clinical cases are increasingly challenging
Skill development is necessary to increase proficiency in complex PCI procedures
Specialized training and expert clinical support will help optimize revascularization

	Course Name	Location	Attendee Type	Max Number of Attendees
Complex PCI Programs	Local Educational Programs	On-site in Physician's Lab/Local Restaurant	Fellows Physicians Nurses Techs	N/A
	Continuing Education (CE) Programs	On-site in Nurse / Tech's Lab	Nurses Radiologic Techs	N/A
	Foundations of CTO: Master the Complex	Varies	Physicians Fellows Nurses/Techs with their Physician	60
	AHP (Allied Healthcare Professionals)	Institute for Advancing Science (Maple Grove, MN)	Nurses / Techs only	25

Local Educational Programs

These educational programs are hosted by Boston Scientific sales representatives in the local area. A physician expert is invited to speak on one of a variety of subjects. Program topics include SYNERGY™ Coronary Stent System, Chronic Total Occlusions, Complex PCI, Transradial Cardiac Catheterization, PCI Guidance, the BSC Pipeline and Fellows Future, among others. Generally, programs are held in a conference room space at a local restaurant or hotel.

Intended Audience

Fellows
Interventional Cardiologists
Nurses
Technologists

Continuing Education (CE) Programs

The CE programs are intended to provide foundational knowledge as well as information on technologies and techniques. These programs provide 1 unit for staff members who attend and participate.

Intended Audience

Registered Nurses
Technologists

One Contact Hour Each - Available CE Programs

PCI Guidance

IVUS Basics
IVUS Image Interpretation
IVUS Measurement
FFR Fundamentals

CTO

CTO-PCI and the Hybrid Algorithm
Patient Management in CTO-PCI

Balloons

Clinical Benefits of Pre and Post Dilatation Balloon Catheters

Wires

Guidewire Design and Selection

Stents

Fundamentals in Stent Design
Fundamentals of Intravascular Healing

ROTABLATOR™ Rotational Atherectomy System

Rotational Atherectomy in Coronary Arteries

Introductory Programs

Intro to Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Intro to Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
Intro to Transradial Interventions (TRI)

Disease States

PCI for the Treatment of AMI
PCI in SVG lesions
Significance of Restenosis in PCI
Coronary Thrombectomy Treatment Strategies

Structural Heart

Treating Aortic Stenosis with Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Foundations of CTO: Master the Complex

This program is designed to highlight best clinical practices for Complex PCI and CTO through the optimization of revascularization. This program will be delivered through regional training programs which will embody didactic and case presentations, in addition to hands-on experience with current technology. Through this program, an attendee will be able to obtain sound knowledge on fundamentals around complex coronary intervention, allowing the attendee to explain the rationale for PCI in patients with complex coronary disease. Through discussions around the usage of different tools in optimizing PCI outcomes, the program will provide basic knowledge enhancement on CTO‑PCI. Skills such as the Hybrid Algorithm technique will also be discussed in-depth. Through program content, the attendee will gain knowledge to formulate a step by step procedure on building a complex coronary revascularization program.

Intended Audience

Interventional Cardiologists
Fellows
Lead Nurse or Tech with their Physician*

*6.75 CE Credits for Nurse/Tech

Course Objectives

Understand the fundamentals of complex coronary intervention
Explain the rationale for PCI in patients with complex coronary disease
Know what tools are available for optimizing PCI outcomes
Comprehend the basics of CTO‑PCI and the Hybrid Algorithm technique
Recognize the steps to building a complex coronary revascularization program

Allied Health Professionals (AHP)

This program provides a peer-to-peer educational opportunity for nurses and techs who wish to gain a better understanding of the concepts, applications, and potential benefits of using Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), Rotational Atherectomy, Thrombectomy and Chronic Total Occlusions (CTO). Participants will attend a two day program lead by expert faculty of the above mentioned modalities. Attendees will also participate in hands-on experience with the devices used to perform procedures.

Intended Audience

Nurses*
Technologists*

* 11.75 CE credits

Course Objectives

Describe how intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), fractional flow reserve (FFR), rotational atherectomy and thrombectomy works
Explain how IVUS, FFR, ROTABLATOR™ Rotational Atherectomy System and ANGIOJET™ Thrombectomy System can be used in support of patient treatment
Practice preparation and use of IVUS, FFR, ROTABLATOR™ Rotational Atherectomy System and ANGIOJET™ Thrombectomy System
Demonstrate how to use IVUS, FFR, ROTABLATOR™ Rotational Atherectomy System and ANGIOJET™ Thrombectomy System
Foster comfort with the use of IVUS, FFR, ROTABLATOR™ Rotational Atherectomy System and ANGIOJET™ Thrombectomy System
Understanding of Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Intervention

Hands-on Models Used During Workshop

AngioJet™ Ultra Coronary Thrombectomy System

IVUS / iLab Ultrasound Imaging System

Rotablator™ Rotational Atherectomy System

CrossBoss™ and Stingray™ Coronary CTO Crossing and Re-Entry Devices

Hands-on Simulator

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