CHIP Seattle 2018 Recap
On August 10th and 11th, the UW Division of Cardiology Interventional Cardiology team and the Cardiology Research Foundation held their annual Complex Higher-Risk (and Indicated) Patients, also known as CHIP, Seattle conference. The Grand Hyatt Seattle was packed with the best Interventional Cardiologists from around the world, all coming together to improve their ability to manage any complications related to percutaneous coronary intervention. Over the span of two days, attendees participated in hands-on workshops detailing various techniques and devices, and group discussions on a large list of topics presented by invited faculty. A few other UW faculty members had the opportunity to take stage, including CHIP Co-Chair Dr. Jamie McCabe, Dr. Creighton Don, Dr. Ravi Hira, Dr. Mark Reisman and Cath Lab Nurse Lindsey Vanhoy. From sessions helping cardiologists prepare for disasters, to specific methods of dissections and psychotherapy, it was certain the crowd always had new found information to walk away with. “The meeting was a huge success” says Dr. William Lombardi, UW Cardiologist and Chair of CHIP Seattle. “A myriad of challenging topics …” “and multiple complication scenarios were covered with new and protocolized solutions developed”, in which all who were able to attend gaining insight into “new treatment strategies and algorithms to improve patient safety”. The conference was definitely a step towards a more collaborative community. Our division hopes to be a driving force for those to share their knowledge and experiences, helping everyone reach their max potential.
“Feedback on the course from attendees was the most positive and appreciative I have ever heard” said Dr. J. Aaron Grantham of Saint Luke's. Dr. Grantham recalled the final session that Saturday night, seeing how there “was standing room only, suggests that many Interventional cardiologists are hungry for guidance on how to improve their skill set, avoid, and if necessary effectively treat complications that are inherent in these complex procedures.” He hopes the “interactive and algorithmic format” of this CHIP conference will be utilized at more events and be a “springboard” for better outcomes in the future.
Congrats to Dr. Lombardi and Dr. McCabe on the successful event and thank you to all the physicians who were able to attend the conference.
This is just the beginning!