THFW Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Program Part 1

Overview

Target Audience

This online enduring activity, designed for physicians, nurses, and advanced practice providers, will enhance participants’ ability to evaluate heart failure epidemiology, interpret recent LVAD trial data, explain LVAD mechanisms, determine appropriate use criteria, and understand the structure of accredited LVAD care teams.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this online enduring material, participants should be able to:

  • Review the epidemiology of heart failure in the United States.
  • Analyze the clinical outcomes, survival rates, and adverse event profiles reported in recent LVAD trials
  • Explain the mechanisms of the LVAD
  • Discuss the indications and contraindications for use of an LVAD
  • Describe the interdisciplinary roles and required components of an accredited LVAD care team to optimize patient outcomes.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit

    Texas Health Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria.

    This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit(s). PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    The Texas Health Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Course opens: 
06/02/2025
Course expires: 
05/21/2028
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
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Accreditation

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit

    Texas Health Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria.

    This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit(s). PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    The Texas Health Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

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