Program and Learning Objectives
Overview of Heart Disease - Keynote Address
Presented by: Mun K. Hong, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Systemic nature of atherosclerosis. Risk factors for coronary artery disease. Pathophysiology and consequences of coronary artery disease. Preventive measures. Congestive heart failure as a result of coronary artery disease. Electrophysiology consequences of coronary artery disease. Current status of revascularization. Future directions.
Diagnostic Detection: Laboratory Markers
Presented by: Michael Pesce, PhD
Challenges and importance of an accurate diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction. Biochemical markers that are used to diagnose acute myocardial infarction and congestive heart failure.
Diagnostic Detection: Imaging Modalities
Presented by: Renee M. Moadel, MD
Role of single photon emitting agents in the evaluation of heart disease. Positron emitting agents in the evaluation of heart disease. CT calcium score in the evaluation of heart disease. CT angiography in the evaluation of heart disease.
Conventional Therapies: Pharmacotherapy
Presented by: Victor Cohen, PharmD, BCPS, CMI-V
Etiology and epidemiology, risk factors of Acute Coronary Syndrome. Detection/response to ischemic chest pain patient. Differentiate STEMI ACS from NSTEMI ACS. Current treatment options in the management of STEMI including indications/contraindications, dose, administration methods, safety issues. Pharmacological agents for secondary prevention post-ACS. Emerging pharmacotherapy for ACS management.
Conventional Therapies: Cardiac Rehab – Complementary Therapy or "Standard of Care"
Presented by: Mark S. Zaleskiewicz, MS, FAACVPR
Appropriate diagnoses for Cardiac Rehab referral. Cardiovascular risk factors that can be modified with Cardiac Rehab. Key components of comprehensive rehab program. Complementary Therapy or "Standard of Care."
Medical Nutrition and Alternative Therapies in the Management of Heart Disease (Prevention and Treatment)
Presented by: Maudene Nelson, MS, RD, CDE, CDN
How foods’ constituents affect lipoprotein levels, markers of inflammation, and endothelial function. Evidence of complementary nutrition therapies improving lipoprotein levels including grape seed extract, red yeast rice, and guggul. Goals of the Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) Diet. Delivering practical information with cultural sensitivity.
CAD – Coping with the Illness: Family and Community Support
Presented by: Matthew Gee, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Impact on patient and family system. Identifying symptoms of depression secondary to medical condition. Available treatment modalities, e.g. cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, and support groups. Development and enhancement of informal/formal support networks supporting adjustment/problem-solving/coping skills.
Presenters
Mun K. Hong, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Director of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Interventional Cardiology, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY
Michael Pesce, PhD
Clinical Professor of Pathology, Columbia University; Director of the Specialty Laboratory, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
Renee M. Moadel, MD
Assistant Professor, Nuclear Medicine and Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Assistant Attending, Department of Nuclear Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Victor Cohen, PharmD, BCPS, CMI-V
Clinical Faculty, Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, Emergency Medicine/Toxicology, Maimonides Medical Center; Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Brooklyn, NY
Mark S. Zaleskiewicz
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Coordinator/Exercise Specialist, Shore Memorial Hospital, Somers Point, NJ
Maudene Nelson, MS, RD, CDE, CDN
Nutritionist/Course Director, Institute of Human Nutrition, Educator, Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center, Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY
Matthew D. Gee, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Private Practice, St James,NY; Adjunct Professor, Graduate School of Social Welfare, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY; Adjunct Professor, Graduate School of Social Service, Fordham University, New York, NY
Accreditation for Pharmacy and Pharmacy Technicians
JPC Foundation is approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This program is approved for 6 hours of continuing education credit (0.6 CEUs).
