At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

· Discuss the indications, risks and complications of interventional therapies in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, peripheral artery disease, and critical limb ischemia.

· Implement contemporary approaches in peripheral vascular management (including carotid, renal and mesenteric, SFA, below the knee, venous disease and aortic) based on recent clinical trials and evidenced-based data.

· Apply appropriate applications of new endovascular technologies for patients with vascular disease.

· Describe appropriate pharmacologic management in the care of patients with cardiovascular disease, peripheral artery disease and critical limb ischemia.

· Discuss various testing modalities and comprehensive spectrum of care in patients with foot ulcers and threatened limbs.

· Explain proper use and interpretation of diagnostic tools and apply appropriate screening techniques for peripheral artery disease.

· Recognize the roles and responsibilities of multidisciplinary members of a comprehensive PAD clinical team.

· Discuss and apply new trends in less invasive surgery.

· Recognize and articulate the current state of healthcare in the US: Where we are and where we are going.

· Define and assess the role of the physician in management of PAD: From screening to limb salvage.

Disclosure

The provider adheres to accreditation requirements regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of the planning committee and faculty’s commercial relationships will be made known at the activity. Speakers are required to openly disclose any limitations of data and/or any discussion of any off-label, experimental, or investigational uses of drugs or devices in their presentations. – All provider employees and planners in control of content have indicated that they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.