Atrial Fibrillation - Beyond Anticoagulation: The Clot Thickens

Event details:

Title: Atrial Fibrillation - Beyond Anticoagulation: The Clot Thickens
Speaker: Dr Matias Yudi, Interventional Cardiologist; Dr Alexandra Murphy, Cardiologist
Date: Monday 9 August 2021
Time: 7.00pm – 8.15pm
Where: Zoom Webinar- dial in from your PC/laptop/mobile phone/tablet
Program: Presentation and Q&A

Overview

Atrial fibrillation is a common condition and carries a risk of stroke. This presentation will cover the indications for anticoagulation in patients with atrial fibrillation, the pros and cons of anticoagulation and mechanical alternatives to anticoagulation in patients who are at a high risk of bleeding.  The presentation will include case studies and the opportunity for Q&A.

Learning Outcomes

• Outline management options for the complex AF patient
• Identify risks associated with oral anticoagulation
• Describe left atrial appendage closure/devices and their role in managing blood clots
   

RACGP

• 2 CPD Activity points

Event Registration

• https://epworth.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q9W3leIrQoWdNG5wYZ__0Q

Spaces are limited

Spaces are limited.  Please RSVP by providing the following details and a Zoom webinar link will be sent directly to the email address you provided (if you do not receive a link to your inbox, we suggest checking your Spam and Junk folders).

• First name and surname
• RACGP number
• Practice name
• Practice suburb and postcode
• Email address
• Occupation
  
   

Please direct your enquiries to [email protected]

Download the event flyer for complete information.