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Abstract Submission Deadline: Feb. 8, 2010
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with information about abstract submission.
Abstract Categories
- Adherence
- Appropriateness/Efficiency of Care
- Behaviorial/Psychosocial Factors
- Cardiac Arrest/CPR
- Cardiovascular Registries
- Clinical Trials - Main Results and Substudies
- Cost Effectiveness Analysis/Economic Assessment
- Disparities in Care
- Innovations of Care/Health IT/Technology Assessment
- International Research (Studies Outside the US)
- Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
- Methodology of Outcomes Research
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- Pattern of Care Description
- Quality Improvement Initiatives - Local Level
- Quality Improvement Initiatives - Regional/National Level
- Quality of Care Assessment
- Quality of Life/Functional Status Assessment
- Risk Factor Assessment and Treatment
- Women and Cardiovascular Disease
- Other
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"This conference brings the leading scholars in the field together to share their emerging insights and perspectives. It is an ideal opportunity to network and exchange ideas while learning the latest developments in measuring patient outcomes and how to translate these results into practice."
John Spertus, M.D., M.P.H.
| Important Dates |
| Nov. 16 |
Abstract submission opens |
| Jan. 6 |
Online registration opens |
| Feb. 8 |
Abstract submission closes |
| April 14 |
Last day to withdraw abstracts |
| April 14 |
Advance registration closes |
| April 28 |
Last day to become an AHA professional member and qualify for a registration discount of up to $300 |
| As a convenience for last-minute registrants, online registration will remain open until May 19. Register by April 14 and save up to $50. |
Conference Summary
The Quality of Care and Outcomes Research in Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke Scientific Sessions is dedicated to studying patients’ experiences with cardiovascular care and leveraging these insights to improve the quality of cardiac and stroke care. The conference also actively fosters informal interaction among attendees and provides networking opportunities for early career investigators.
The meeting will focus on new and developing opportunities, initiatives, projects, policies and research relevant to measuring and improving quality of care and outcomes for persons with or at risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke. Novel research methods for quantifying outcomes, new findings from clinical trials and observational studies and translational research will also be presented.
Target Audience
This conference is for clinicians, researchers, medical students and trainees, nurses, pharmacists, administrators, healthcare and managed care professionals, policymakers and other healthcare professionals interested in quality of care and outcomes research in cardiovascular disease and stroke. Trainees are particularly encouraged to attend so that they may become acquainted with the current state of the field and to interact with many of the leading researchers in this area. Special efforts are made to introduce new individuals to the field.
CME/CE Information
Continuing Medical Education Accreditation - Physicians
The American Heart Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Continuing Medical Education Accreditation – Physician Assistants
AAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME.
Continuing Education Accreditation - Nurses
The American Heart Association is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Hotel Accommodations
Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
Hotel Telephone: (202) 234-0700
Hotel Fax: (202) 265-7972
Hotel Web Site: http://www.omnihotels.com/FindAHotel/WashingtonDCShoreham.aspx
The Omni Shoreham Hotel is situated on 11 picturesque acres in Rock Creek Park, which offers scenic trails for bicycling and horseback riding. The hotel offers a variety of options to fill your leisure time, including a full-service spa located in the hotel and an 18-hole executive golf course just minutes away. The hotel is 100 yards from the Woodley Park Metro Station, which connects you to numerous sapital attractions. The hotel is minutes from the Smithsonian, Capital Hill, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and the boutiques of Georgetown. The Omni Shoreham is also within walking distance of the National Zoo.
Information for International Attendees
This section of our Web site provides our international audience with important information, which includes links to consulates and embassies, to help you obtain your Visa.
AHA/ASA Professional Membership
Sign up for an AHA/ASA professional membership in time and save up to $300 off registration. Become part of an international, interdisciplinary community of more than 26,000 professionals. Members receive priceless benefits and valuable discounts on AHA/ASA meetings and products.
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E-mail: scientificconferences@heart.org
Phone: (888) 242-2453 or (214) 570-5935
