Join us at TCT!

October 23rd – 26th, 2023

Moscone Center

San Francisco, CA

Head to the Hub.

Join Boston Scientific at our Engagement Hub, located in the Exhibit Hall near the Clinical Science & Innovation Theater.

What to expect at the Hub

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What to expect at the Hub.

A one-of-a-kind learning experience where you can interact, discover, and recharge. Head to the Hub for expert discussions, data-based learning, hands-on training, cocktail receptions and more. At the Boston Scientific Engagement Hub, your learning doesn't end when your symposium does.

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Tuesday, October 24th
Wednesday, October 25th
Thursday, October 26th

ACCESS SOLUTIONS Hands-on Training

VersaCross™ Hands-On Transseptal Training

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT

Program Overview

Advance your transseptal skills through hands-on simulation training using the latest VersaCross™ RF wire-based transseptal technology designed for left heart therapies, including transcatheter LAA closure, mitral TEER, ViV implantation, and PVL closure.

CORONARY THERAPIES Hands-on Training

IVUS 123: Applying an Algorithmic Approach to Intravascular Imaging

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PDT and 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM PDT

Program Overview

Join our world-renowned faculty as they guide you through intravascular imaging, making it as easy as 1-2-3! This hour-and-a-half session includes an image interpretation didactic session, followed by a hands-on case study opportunity where you will apply the algorithm using our Boston Scientific IVUS software.

LAAC Late-Breaking Clinical Trial

Safety and Efficacy of Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion at the Time of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement - WATCH TAVR Trial Results

11:44 AM PDT

Presenter: Samir R. Kapadia, MD

Program Overview

The WATCH TAVR trial will compare left atrial appendage closure with the WATCHMAN device to medical therapy as a primary stroke prevention strategy following TAVR in patients with atrial fibrillation.

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STRUCTURAL HEART Symposium

TAVR Simplified: Implant Today. Options for a Lifetime.

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM PDT

Moderators: Raj Makkar, MD & Paul Sorajja, MD

Presenters: Basel Ramlawi, MD, Michael Rinaldi, MD, Won-Keun Kim, MD, Julia Seeger, MD

Program Overview

The symposium presents an ACURATE Prime™ case and includes an overview of the ACURATE™ design features and latest clinical data. Presenters discussion will focus on how ACURATE fits in the lifetime management of TAVR patients and the impact of post-TAVR stroke on mortality and long-term outcomes.

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Peripheral Interventions Symposium

Reality Check: New Perspectives on Endovascular Strategies for Pulmonary Embolism Treatment

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM PDT

Program Overview

Event description coming soon.

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LAAC Hands-on Training

WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Hands-on Training

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM PDT

Program Overview

During this practical workshop, participants can gain knowledge about the WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro device through scenario-based exercises. Attendees will use a Mentice Virtual Reality simulator to practice varied implantation techniques for confident LAA closures in challenging anatomies. The focus is on providing attendees with the skills and knowledge necessary to use the WATCHMAN FLX Pro device effectively.

LAAC Reception

Moderated Forum on Diversity in AF and LAAC

4:45 PM - 6:00 PM PDT

Program begins at 5:00 PM PDT

Moderator: Sam Conaway, President, U.S. Cardiology Sales & Chair, Close the Gap, Boston Scientific

Program Overview

Join us for this exciting event where we will be sharing a compendium of data on diversity in Atrial Fibrillation and LAAC, including clinical trials and real-world data. We will also discuss recruiting diverse patients into clinical trials, including the upcoming HEAL-LAA study. And finally, we will highlight Boston Scientific's commitment to diversity with Close the Gap program and resources.

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CORONARY THERAPIES & STRUCTURAL HEART Fellows Event

Focus on Fellows with Boston Scientific

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM PDT

Dr. Rafael Cavalcante (VP, Medical Affairs and Medical Education), Dr. Janar Sathananthan (ICTx CMO), Sam Conaway (President, U.S. Cardiology Sales)

Program Overview

IC fellows are invited to experience a BSC technology tour of hands-on rotations with ROTAPRO™, IVUS, ACURATE™, SENTINEL™, and WM FLX™ moderated by expert KOLs in each space. As an added bonus, fellows will receive pearls of wisdom on advancing science together from our very own Sam Conaway, Rafa Cavalcante, and new ICTx CMO Janar Sathananthan. Pre-registration is recommended, walk-ins welcomed as space allows.

LAAC Symposium

Advancements in LAAC Therapy: The Future Has Arrived

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM PDT

Program Overview

This program will include a discussion on the newly FDA-approved WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro featuring HEMOCOAT technology. With a hemocompatible coating for the first time on an LAAC device, presentations and discussions will revolve around novel data and what the future holds for the post-implant drug regimen.

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LAAC Moderated Abstract

Racial Disparities in the Utilization and Outcomes of LAA Occlusion using WATCHMAN FLX: A SURPASS analysis of the NCDR LAAO Registry

11: 00 AM PDT

Presenter: Seun Alli, MD

Program Overview

Real-world outcomes from the NCDR LAAO registry assessing disparities in treatment and outcomes in underrepresented groups receiving left atrial appendage closure with the WATCHMAN FLX device.

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CORONARY THERAPIES Late-Breaking Clinical Trial

AGENT IDE Trial Results

11:22 AM PDT

Presenter: Robert Yeh, MD

Program Overview

The AGENT IDE clinical trial will compare AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) to standard balloon angioplasty for the treatment of patients with in-stent restenosis.

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CORONARY THERAPIES Symposium

AGENT of Change: PCI with Drug-Coated Balloons

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM PDT

Moderators: Kate Kearney, MD & Gaku Nakazawa, MD

Presenters: Robert Yeh, MD

Program Overview

The unique mechanism and technology of AGENT™ Drug-Coated Balloon (DCB) brings new possibilities to treatment of patients with in-stent restenosis. We'll explore the future of Modern PCI with an overview of DCB clinical data and a deep dive into the AGENT IDE trial results.

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CORONARY THERAPIES Hands-on Training

AVVIGO™+ Hands-On Training with IVUS 123

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM PDT

Program Overview

These sessions will suit participants who wish to explore the new features of AVVIGO+ imaging software and learn about our algorithmic approach to intravascular imaging using IVUS 123. Case-based IVUS 123 Hands-on IVUS training with AVVIGO+ Tablets.

CORONARY THERAPIES & STRUCTURAL HEART Reception

Future Innovations in Interventional Cardiology

4:45 PM - 6:00 PM PDT

Program Overview

Event description coming soon.

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LAAC Featured Clinical Science

New Generation LAAO Devices: First-in-Human results of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro CT Study

5:40 PM PDT

Presenter: Jens Erik Nielsen-Kudsk, MD

Program Overview

First-in-human study of the WATCHMAN FLX Pro device using multiple imaging modalities to assess post-procedural tissue coverage around the device and the relationship, if any, to clinical outcomes in patients with NVAF.

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CORONARY THERAPIES Hands-on Training

ROTAPRO™ Hands-On Training for Single Operator Technique

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT

Program Overview

Join us for an interactive training that will dive deep into single-operator advancement technique with ROTAPRO.

ACCESS SOLUTIONS Symposium

Optimizing Transseptal Structural Procedures: Improving Efficiency without Compromising Safety

9:30 AM – 10:45 AM PDT

Moderators: Gagan Singh, MD

Presenters: Ignacio Inglessis-Azuaje, MD, Joseph Aragon, MD, Neal Sawlani, MD

Program Overview

Hear from an expert panel on novel transseptal workflows and approaches to improve efficiency of LAAC, mitral TEER, ViV implantation, and PVL closure without compromising safety. Faculty will discuss the latest transseptal technologies for streamlined left heart access for LAA and mitral valve interventions including the VersaCross Connect™ LAAC Access Solution, VersaCross™ Large Access Solution and VersaCross Steerable Access Solution.

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CORONARY THERAPIES Symposium

New Strategies in Modern PCI

12:45 - 1:45 PM PDT

Moderators: Margaret McEntegart, MD, PhD, & Yuji Ikari, MD, PhD

Presenters: Megha Prasad, MD, Suzanne Baron, MD, Brian Jefferson, MD

Program Overview

From imaging technology to vessel preparation tools, market-leading therapies to continuing PCI education, you’ll have everything you need to achieve long-term procedural success. Join your peers as they dive into cutting edge approaches to calcium and more!

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CORONARY THERAPIES Hands-on Training

ROTAPRO™ Hands-On Training for Calcium Modification

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM PDT

Program Overview

Join us for an interactive training that will dive deep into calcium modification with ROTAPRO and IVUS applications that can guide the overall strategy.

CAUTION: Federal law (USA) restricts these devices to sale by or on the order of a physician. Rx only. Prior to use, please see the complete “Instructions for Use” for more information on Indications, Contraindications, Warnings, Precautions, Adverse Events, and Operator’s Instructions.

CAUTION: In Europe, the ACURATE neo2 Aortic Valve System is CE-marked. In the USA, the ACURATE neo2 Valve and the ACURATE Prime Aortic Valve System XL are investigational devices and restricted under federal law to investigational use only. Not available for sale.

CAUTION: AGENT Drug-Coated Balloon is an Investigational Device. Limited by Federal (or US) law to investigational use only. Not available for sale.