Our popular four-part virtual Echo Bootcamp series for Fellows in Training, led by Dr. Rick Marcus of the Iowa Heart Center, is now available virtually on demand! Deep dive into Echocardiographic Examinations and Emergencies with 12-month access to these pre-recorded, 2 hour sessions. Read more about the Content Areas here, and Dr. Marcus here. Sessions can be purchased separately for […]
The newest clinical guideline released by the ACC and the American Heart Association (AHA) includes new evidence and updated recommendations for managing patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS). The guideline primarily focuses on the management of type 1 acute myocardial infarction – both NSTEMI and STEMI – and includes recommendations addressing initial evaluation and management of suspected ACS, standard medical […]
The Iowa Clinic is GROWING! Seeking BE/BC Non-Invasive Cardiologist to Join One of the Largest Physician-Owned and Governed Multi-Specialty Clinics in the Midwest Interested in this must-see opportunity? Send curriculum vitae to: Amy AugspurgerDirector of Provider Recruitment5950 University AvenueSuite 321West Des Moines, IA 50266515.875.9285Cell: 515-201-2136Fax: 515-875-9111aaugspurger@iowaclinic.com
The Center for Advancing Serious Illness Communication (CASIC), a joint initiative of the Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) and Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA), has launched its first series of on-demand training to introduce healthcare providers and other members of care teams to serious illness conversations (SIC). This three-module introductory training series begins the process of preparing clinicians and healthcare organizations to […]
The newest clinical guideline released by the ACC and the American Heart Association (AHA) provides new and updated recommendations for preventing and optimally managing atrial fibrillation (AFib). The 2023 ACC/AHA/ACCP/HRS Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Atrial Fibrillation updates two separate guidelines from 2014 and 2019, respectively, and includes new recommendations addressing AFib and thromboembolic risk assessment, anticoagulation, left […]
The newest clinical guideline from the ACC and the American Heart Association (AHA) aims to guide clinicians in the diagnosis and management of patients with aortic disease. Specifically, the 2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease provides recommendations regarding diagnosis, genetic evaluation and family screening, medical therapy, endovascular and surgical treatment, and long-term surveillance across multiple […]
ASCVD Risk Estimator Plus is an update to the American College of Cardiology ASCVD Risk Estimator that uses recent science and user feedback to help a clinician and patient build a customized risk lowering plan by estimating and monitoring change in 10 year ASCVD risk. Use the app to: Choose specific sections, or download the entire PDF Guide. PreambleSince 1980, […]
*The following guiding principles and member guidance regarding maternal cardiovascular care are intended help members as they continue to provide the highest levels of care to patients following the recent Supreme Court decision on Dobbs vs. Jackson. They can also be accessed on ACC.org. Background: The ACC has long advocated for patients engaging with their doctor and the cardiovascular care […]