Cardiology training
Cardiology is a medical specialty that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders related to the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists, specialists in this field, address a broad spectrum of cardiovascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valvular disorders.
Cardiology involves a comprehensive approach, utilizing diagnostic tools such as electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, and cardiac catheterization to assess cardiac function. Cardiologists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that may include lifestyle modifications, medications, and interventional procedures like angioplasty or coronary artery bypass surgery.
Advances in cardiology include the development of novel therapies, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and remote monitoring technologies, to enhance patient care and outcomes. Cardiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including cardiothoracic surgeons and interventional radiologists, to provide integrated and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care.
The field of cardiology plays a crucial role in preventing and managing cardiovascular diseases, contributing to overall heart health and well-being.
Cases, Cases, Cases from St. Michael's Hospital...
Echocardiography video: 20 interesting and challenging cases from St. Michael's Echo Lab. Speaker: Dr. Yazeed Almalki. Date: October 6, 2023.
TEE with Agitated Saline for Patient with PFO
This short video showcases TEE with agitated saline for patient with PFO.
Echocardiographic Evaluation for Mitral Edge-to-Edge...
Echocardiographic evaluation for mitral edge-to-edge repair.
Echocardiographic Evaluation of Hypertrophic...
Echocardiographic evaluation of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Date: January 18, 2024 Speaker: Sean Cai MD FRCPC, Echo Fellow, St. Michael's Hospital. Objectives: 1. Understand basic pathophysiology...
Aortic Valve Disease Across the Ages
Aortic valve disease across the ages. Date: February 29, 2024. Speaker: Dr. Ra Han, Pediatric Cardiologist, St. Michael's Hospital Objectives: 1. Appreciate the impact of aortic valve stenosis on the...
The Role of Echocardiography in Pericardial Diseases
The role of Echocardiography in Pericardial Diseases.
Funky Motion: Basic and Advanced Wall Motion...
Funky motion: basic and advanced wall motion interpretation in echocardiography. Date: Thursday, 11 Jan 2024. Speaker: Howard Leong-Poi MD FRCPC Echocardiographer & Cardiologist, St. Michael's Hospital...
Complicated Pericarditis – Defining and Detecting...
Echo video case: complicated pericarditis – defining and detecting the abnormal pericardium.
Echocardiographic Assessment of Prosthetic Aortic...
Echocardiographic assessment of prosthetic aortic valve function. Date: February 8, 2024 Speaker: Ashwin Padiyath, MD FRCPC, Echo Fellow, St. Michael's Hospital. Objectives: 1. Review the updated 2024...
Hocus Pocus: Using POCUS for Volume & Hemodynamics...
Hocus pocus: using POCUS for volume & hemodynamics assessment and quick peculiar diagnoses. Date: March 13, 2024, speaker: Dr. Noah Lewis, Cardiology Resident, St. Michael's Hospital. Objectives:...
Users
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maged al ali
MD
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Georgios Chatziathanasiou
MD, PhD.
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ECG Academy
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Doctor Najeeb
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High Impact - Medical Animation
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Ultrasound images
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SMIT Congress
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