Cardiovascular calls for papers / meetings & conferences

Call for Abstracts: Controversies and Advances in the Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease: The Twelfth in the Series

September 21–22, 2012 Beverly Hills, California

Abstract submission deadline: August 24, 2012

We are proud to be celebrating the twelfth annual Controversies and Advances in the Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease symposium this year! The two-day scientific program will offer realistic views on many controversial topics, inlcuding coronary artery and left main disease, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease, mitral valve disease, chronic heart failure in the elderly and obese, adult congenital heart disease, and atrial septal defect.

The scientific program will consist of sessions focused on treatment options for specific cardiovascular disease states. Each session will include a combination of case presentations, cross-fires, discussion panels, and question and answer periods. A faculty of internationally known leaders in the field has been invited to share their knowledge and experiences with complex and controversial cases.

This conference is designed for cardiologists, cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons, interventional cardiologists, perfusionists, nurses, technologists, and those involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with controversial and complex cases of cardiac disease.

Submission of original abstracts are being accepted and will be considered for oral, poster and video presentation.

Call for Papers: Institute of Mathematics and Its Applications Conference on Mathematics of Medical Devices and Surgical Procedures

Extended deadline

Mathematics is playing an ever increasing role in the area of health and medicine, through the use of modelling, statistics, and virtual simulations. These mathematical tools are becoming invaluable in testing the feasibility of surgical procedures and medical devices prior to clinical trials. Furthermore, there is a very realistic possibility over the next twenty years that computer models coupled to patient-specific imaging will be used in real time in the clinical environment to directly advise on treatment strategies. The aim of this conference is to bring together the diverse community of mathematicians, engineers, physicists, clinicians involved in using applied sciences and mathematics to develop and use medical devices to discuss both the latest research and the needs of the clinical community and patients.

The topics that will be discussed will broadly include cardiovascular devices, medical imaging, ophthalmology, cell biology, disease transmission, orthopaedic, advanced simulations, as well as health in ageing. The conference programme will include keynote speakers drawn from both clinical and mathematical communities, along with contributed presentations and poster sessions. The programme will also include breakout sessions in certain topics as well as refreshment breaks for informal discussions. Social events include a drinks reception and a conference dinner.

Call for Papers instructions:
Papers will be accepted for the conference based on a 250 word abstract for oral presentation. Abstracts should be submitted by Friday 1 June 2012 either online at http://online.ima.org.uk or by e-mail to conferences@ima.org.uk.

Please state whether your title is intended for oral or poster presentation. Oral presentations are expected to be 20 minutes in length, including time for questions and answers.

Abstracts are expected to follow the following template:

Title
Contributing author(s) Surname, Initials
Affiliation(s) Department, organisation.

Abstract: 250 words - text only.

Contact information
For scientific queries please contact Ian Eames (i.eames@ucl.ac.uk) or Nick Ovenden (nicko@math.ucl.ac.uk).
For general conference queries please contact Lizzi Lake, Conference Officer
E-mail: conferences@ima.org.uk Tel: +44 (0) 1702 354 020
Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, Catherine Richards House, 16 Nelson Street, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EF, UK.

Call for Abstracts: Current and Future Applications of Focused Ultrasound 2012

October 14-17, 2012 Washington DC

Submission Deadline 2 July 2012

Organized by the Focused Ultrasound Surgery Foundation, the symposium will spotlight leading edge preclinical, translational and clinical research related to one of today’s most promising and innovative therapeutic technologies.

Targeted to scientists, clinicians and others interested in current and future applications of focused ultrasound, the conference will offer a multifaceted exploration of this emerging field and feature plenary sessions, panel discussions, poster presentations and technical exhibits.

Symposium topics include:

Brain

Breast tumors

Cardiovascular

Head and neck

Liver

Bone

Pancreas

Prostate

Uterine Fibroids

Call for Abstracts: Vasculata 2012

July 25-28, 2012 Nashville, Tennessee

Abstracts will be accepted for poster presentation in the following categories:

Angiogenesis
Atherosclerosis
Developmental Vascular Biology
Endothelium
Genetics and Vascular Disease
Inflammation
New Approaches (nanotechnology, imaging)
Stem Cells in Vascular Biology
Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Vascular Cell Biology
Vascular Biology- Other

Presenters will be provided with a 6 foot high by 6 foot wide bulletin board.

For more information, please read the policies and procedures at www.navbo.info/VasculataRules2012.pdf

Deadline for submission of abstracts is June 1 at 5:00pm EST

Call for Abstracts: Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology 2013 Congress (APSC 2013)

February 21-24, 2013 Pattaya, Thailand

Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 August 2012

The Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology 2013 Congress (APSC 2013) or the 19th Asia Pacific Congress of Cardiology is a major regional event that aims to facilitate a discussion about the best practices and latest advances in cardiology diseases across the Asia Pacific region. With its strong global presence, APSC 2013 will provide unique networking opportunitites for local and regional professionals working in the fields of cardiovascular diseases and related topics. APSC 2013 will feature an exciting scientific program comprised of both international and local perspectives on the most pertinent issues of the day. The congress will be held in Pattaya, Thailand, once a quiet fishing town that has developed into a major seaside destination. Located a mere two hours from the capital city of Bangkok, Pattaya will enchant you with its many attractions and activities, including the Sri Racha Tiger Zoo, Sanctuary of Truth and much more.

The Scientific Committee invites all interested individuals to submit abstracts to The Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology 2013 Congress (APSC 2013).

Accepted abstracts will be selected for either Oral or Poster presentations.

All accepted abstracts will be published in the event proceedings.

Abstract Topics

Abstracts can be submitted under the following categories:

1. Atherosclerosis / CAD
2. Hypertension
3. Lipid Disorders/Other risk factors
4. Diabetes/Obesity
5. Heart Failure/Vascular disease/Other Heart Disease
6. Rhythm Disorders / Sudden Death
7. Health economics/Epidemiology
8. Prevention/Psychosocial Factors / Quality of Life/Smoking

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding The Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology 2013 Congress (APSC 2013), please do not hesitate to contact us;

Email: apscoffice2013@apsc2013.org

Tel: + 66 (0) 2 748-7881
Fax: + 66 (0) 2 748-7880

Kenes Asia (Thailand Office)
PICO Building, 10 Soi Lasalle 56
Sukhumwit, Bangna, Bangkok 10260
THAILAND