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The 19th annual Ballad Health Cardiovascular Summit has a new location but will continue to provide valuable insights into the latest advancements in diagnosing, treating and managing cardiovascular disease.

Bristol Regional Medical Center’s Monarch Auditorium and Conference Center, located at 1 Medical Park, Bristol, will be the new home of the event, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hosted by Ballad Health in collaboration with East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine’s Department of Continuing Education for Professionals, this summit will showcase a roster of renowned local and national experts in cardiovascular care. It is tailored for health care professionals, including physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, medical residents, radiologic technologists, registered nurses and anyone committed to advancing their knowledge in cardiovascular care.

“Primary care clinicians attending the Ballad Health Cardiovascular Summit will gain cutting-edge knowledge, build stronger collaborations with specialists and advance cardiovascular care within our communities,” said Dr. Thomas Helton, president of Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute. “Offering both in-person and virtual education, this summit provides a unique opportunity for clinicians to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving field of cardiovascular medicine while collaborating to improve patient outcomes.”

Topics to be covered include:
– Cardiovascular imaging for primary care
– Arrhythmias and heart rhythm management
– Stable ischemic heart disease
– Valvular heart disease (mitral and aortic)
– Aortic aneurysm screening and surveillance
– Cardio-oncology
– Keynote – Contemporary Management of Congestive Heart Failure
– Keynote – The Future of Cardiovascular Care: Emerging Trends and Innovations

The conference will be hybrid, offering the option for in-person and virtual learning. Registration cost is $60 for providers and $50 for Ballad Health team members and residents.