Virtual Grand Rounds: Advancements in Non-Medical Therapy of Heart Failure

Learning Objectives:- Discuss the barriers and the necessary resources required for successful rapid up-titration of GDMT - Recognize the appropriate timing for referral of patients with advanced heart failure for percutaneous/surgical intervention- Understand indications/contraindications for HF patients requiring advanced therapies (i.e., transplant or mechanical circulatory support)- Recognize the current advanced non-medical therapy available for heart failure patients- Anticipate future advancements in non-medical therapy on the brink of mainstreamSpeakers:Selma Mohammed, MBBS, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, CHI HealthKenneth Liao, MD, PhD, FACS, Professor and Chief, Cardiothoracic Transplantation and Circulatory Support, Baylor College of MedicinePanelists:Andrew Civitello, MD, FACC, Associate Professor, Cardiology, Medical Director, Heart Transplant Program, Baylor College of MedicineAlexis Edward Shafii, MD, FACS, Associate Professor of Surgery, Cardiothoracic Transplant and Circulatory Support, Baylor of Medicine