Lost in translation: what can we learn from studies of determinants of SCA in the general population

September 16, 2022
Locke Visiting Lecturer

David Siscovick, MD, MPH
David Siscovick, MD, MPH
Senior Research Scientist, New York Academy of Medicine
Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Epidemiology, University of Washington
New York Academy of Medicine

Overview: 

Grand Rounds Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
• Describe what we can learn from studies of the determinants of sudden cardiac arrest in the general population
• Identify what has been lost in the translation of the findings into clinical care and health policy
• Understand the limited utility of SCA risk assessment and the potential of the construct of cardiovascular health to impact the health of the public