EDUCATION – Page 3

Valve Sparing Root Repair

CSCS Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons - Aortic Root - Anatomy, Replacement, Valve Sparing

CSCS Virtual Lecture Series Dr. Richard Whitlock from McMaster University and the Hamilton Health Sciences Centre provides an overview of surgery on the aortic root, reviewing the anatomy of the aortic root as well as the principles underlying a successful valve-sparing root replacement. Presented February 24, 2021.

Thoracoabdominal Aneurysm Repair

CSCS Virtual Lecture Series Dr. Jennifer Chung from the University of Toronto provides an overview of thoracoabdominal aneurysms and highlights the key strategies when embarking on the surgical and endovascular repairs of this disease process. Presented January 27, 2021.

Arch in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection

CSCS Virtual Lecture Series Dr. Maral Ouzounian from the University of Toronto presents on the approach to the aortic arch in patients presenting with an acute type A aortic dissection. Specifically, she explores the indications for extended arch repair in these patients and compares arch management strategies (hemiarch vs. AMDS vs. frozen elephant trunk). Presented…

Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)

CSCS Virtual Lecture Series Dr. Michael Moon from the University of Alberta presents on the subject of thoracic endovascular aortic repair, or TEVAR. By the end of this session, it is anticipated that participants will be able to Presented November 16, 2020.