Program Overview
The American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions, “Cardiovascular Imaging: A Disease and a Patient-Based Approach,” will be held at the Gaylord National®, National Harbor, Maryland. Recognizing that your time is valuable, we have packed the conference with educational sessions and social activities to provide you with comprehensive information and give you beneficial networking time. ASE is committed to providing educational programming featuring state-of-the-art techniques and updates in the diagnosis, treatment and patient care in the cardiovascular ultrasound field.
The ASE 2012 Scientific Sessions Program Chair is Sherif F. Nagueh, MD, FASE, Professor of Medicine at Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nagueh was the 2001 Feigenbaum Lecturer and spoke on “Insights into the Evaluation of Left Ventricular Diastolic Function.”
The ASE 2012 Program Committee designed this program to allow attendees to get a broad overview of all topics, or delve deeply into one or two topics. In addition, particular care has been taken to incorporate ASE guidelines into session presentations and to demonstrate how and why they should be applied in your daily practice.
Preliminary Program Schedule-at-a-Glance
Jointly sponsored by ASE and the ASE Foundation.
Now offered for the ASE Annual Scientific Sessions is the ASE 2012 mobile app! Through this user friendly app, users can do a multitude of things such as look up sessions, search for a poster presenter, navigate the exhibit hall and follow tweets about the conference. To download this free app, visit the Apple Store and search for "ASE 2012." If you don't have an iPhone or iPad, visit the web-based app link to view it on all Smart phones.
Event Contacts
Beth Woloski, Scientific Sessions Meeting Coordinator
Phone +1.919.297.7157, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email bwoloski@asecho.org.
Brandi Delany, Housing and Registration Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7171, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email bdelany@asecho.org.
Andrea Van Hoever, Abstract Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7163, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email avanhoever@asecho.org.
Tricia Meeks, Exhibit Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7170, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email tmeeks@asecho.org.
Multimodality Symposium
The American Society of Echocardiography presents the 2012 Multimodality Imaging Symposium In conjunction with the ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions.
Date: June 30, 2012
Location: Gaylord National®, National Harbor, MD
Online Registration Brochure & Schedule
Expert Faculty
| Daniel S. Berman, MD Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Los Angeles, CA |
Christopher M. Kramer, MD University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA |
| Milind Desai, MD Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, OH |
John J. Mahmarian, MD The Methodist Hospital Houston, TX |
| Arturo Evangelista, MD Hospital General Universitari Vall d’Hebron Barcelona, Spain |
Martin S. Maron, MD Tufts University School of Medicine Boston, MA |
| Victor Ferrari, MD, FASE University of PA Medical Center Philadelphia, PA |
Jagat Narula, MD, PhD The Mount Sinai Hospital New York, NY |
| Mario J. Garcia, MD Montefiore Medical Center Bronx, NY |
Jae K. Oh, MD, FASE Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN |
| Steven A. Goldstein, MD Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC |
Patricia A. Pellikka, MD, FASE Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN |
| Udo Hoffmann, MD Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA |
Dipan Shah, MD The Methodist Hospital Houston, TX |
| Richard E. Kerber, MD, FASE University of Iowa Health Care Iowa City, IA |
Anna Woo, MD Toronto General Hospital Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Allan Klein, MD, FASE Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, OH |
William A. Zoghbi, MD The Methodist Hospital Houston, TX |
Program Overview
Cardiovascular imaging plays an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease. This symposium was planned in conjunction with three other leading cardiology specialty organizations: the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR) and the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT). These four leading cardiac imaging societies worked together to develop a program which will present a comprehensive, multimodality approach to the evaluation of patients using echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac computed tomography and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging. Leading national and international experts will participate in this symposium with the opportunity for interaction in panel and audience discussions.
The organizing committee of the 2012 Multimodality Symposium is taking a unique approach by highlighting disease states and discussing the most appropriate imaging modality. Four disease states will be discussed: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Diseases of the Pericardium, Coronary Artery Disease and Aortic Diseases. Each session will address the following:
- What is the role of imaging in the diagnosis of the disease state
- When is imaging needed
- How to diagnosis the disease state
- How to use imaging in disease management when appropriate
In addition, the faculty will spend time discussing the challenges and advantages of the various modalities. Special disease states, such as Marfan’s syndrome and diagnosis of aortic atherosclerosis will also be discussed. There will be an opportunity for participants to ask questions of the expert faculty at the end of each session.
Intended Audience
This introductory program was developed for all cardiovascular imaging professionals interested in learning more about Multimodality imaging. Physicians, radiologists, fellows-in-training, technologists and nurses are encouraged to attend.
Accommodations
For your convenience, ASE has secured a block of rooms at a discounted rate for attendees of $239 single/$249 double. Rates are inclusive of Resort Fee, which includes: in-room high-speed Internet access in the atrium, hotel lobby and all restaurants, access to the fitness center and pool area, two bottled waters in guest room daily and a daily newspaper. Upon check-in, each guest is supplied with a map diagram of the hotel and his or her specific room location. Hotel rooms will be held until May 28, 2012, or until they sell out, and will be based upon availability after this date. Please call 301-965-4000 and reference the discounted ASE 2012 rate. A first-night deposit is required and will be charged to your credit card. To avoid forfeiting this deposit, reservations must be cancelled 72 hours prior to arrival. You may also visit Registration & Housing for more details and to book your hotel room(s) online.
Fee
The fee for the Multimodality Imaging Symposium is $50. Your registration will be confirmed by email only. Your registration fee includes the following:
- Continental breakfast
- Coffee breaks
- Attendance to the ASE President’s Reception cocktail party in the ASE Exhibit and Poster Hall
- Access to the ASE Exhibit and Poster hall on Saturday, June 30
- 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ as part of the ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions
- Free trial membership for 2012 in the American Society of Echocardiography which includes online access to the Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography (JASE). For more information on membership benefits please visit www.asecho.org/join.
The ASE Annual Scientific Sessions will be held concurrently with this session on Saturday and then continue through Tuesday, July 3. If you are interested in attending the entire ASE Annual Scientific Sessions, your registration to this course is included in that fee. These sessions contain more in-depth information and cutting-edge research in the field of echocardiography.
Cancellations
If you cancel your participation in this course your registration fee, less a $10 administrative fee, will be refunded when written notification is received before Friday, June 15. No refund will be given for no-shows. Registration for any ASE/ASEF course in non-transferable to another participant or another course. In the unlikely event that the meeting/course is cancelled, ASE is responsible only for refund of the registration fee (minus any processing fee) and not for transportation, hotel accommodations or any miscellaneous expenses incurred by the participant.
Program Information
Target Audience
The ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions will benefit all healthcare providers interested in the application of cardiovascular ultrasound imaging in the care of patients. Participants in all areas of cardiovascular ultrasound imaging and at all levels of experience will find sessions that meet their needs and help improve their practice. High quality lectures, debates, hands-on sessions and poster presentations offer a broad spectrum of educational opportunities in both large and small group settings. The exhibit hall offers additional alternatives as well as the chance to view current and future ultrasound equipment. Adult and pediatric cardiologists, cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons, cardiac anesthesiologists, cardiac sonographers, and emergency and critical care physicians, as well as hospitalists, radiologists*, research scientists, residents and fellows in training, students, and nurses are encouraged to actively participate in sessions and interact with available faculty.
Disclaimer
The information provided during this CME activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to the diagnosis and treatment options of a specific patient’s condition.
Disclosure
The American Society of Echocardiography is committed to ensuring that its educational mission and all sponsored educational programs are not influenced by the special interests of any corporation or individual, and its mandate is to retain only those speakers whose financial interests can be effectively resolved to maintain the goals and educational integrity of the program. While a monetary or professional affiliation with a corporation does not necessarily influence a speaker’s presentation, the Essential Areas and policies of the ACCME require that any relationship that could possibly conflict with the educational value of the program be resolved prior to the educational session and disclosed to the audience. In accordance with these policies, ASE implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of this CME activity to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individual in a position to control content.
Conference Objectives
To provide:
- Important updates in the interpretation of cardiac and vascular ultrasound that will impact patient care.
- A basic review of current techniques in cardiac ultrasound for the assessment of patients with a variety of cardiovascular conditions.
- A review of the latest updates in technology, research and guidelines for assessment of patients with cardiac disease.
- Sessions which are appropriate for all levels of cardiac and vascular ultrasound professionals, including experts, intermediate learners, sonographers, fellows and nurses.
After participating in this activity, attendees will be better able to:
- Utilize cardiac and vascular ultrasound for the comprehensive assessment and management of cardiovascular diseases including but not limited to: valvular heart disease, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, pericardial disease and congenital heart disease.
- Incorporate new guideline recommendations into clinical practice.
- Identify the limitations of the cardiovascular ultrasound technique in an effort to improve the accuracy of interpretation.
- Recognize the recent advancements and future direction of cardiac and vascular ultrasound and the impact these advancements may have on patient care.
- Integrate the latest technical developments into clinical practice.
- Employ cardiac ultrasound in pre-procedural, intra-procedural and post-procedural care of patients in the operating room and catheterization laboratory.
- Recognize the utility of multimodality imaging (nuclear imaging, CMR and CTA) in the evaluation of patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, pericardial disease and coronary artery disease.
- Determine how the new changes in the healthcare delivery system affect the practice of cardiology and cardiovascular imaging.
- Describe how to establish and sustain a successful cardiovascular practice in the hospital and the private settings.
- Explain how to begin and establish a successful career as a clinical investigator.
- Recognize the clinical settings in which a focused cardiac ultrasound examination can be of value, and when a comprehensive examination is essential.
- Evaluate the current application of advanced cardiovascular imaging technologies to patient care in 2012.
Accreditation and Designation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the American Society of Echocardiography and the American Society of Echocardiography Education and Research Foundation. The American Society of Echocardiography is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Society of Echocardiography designates this live activity for a maximum of 29 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ASE designates the Focused Ultrasound Symposium for a maximum of 6 hours, the Multimodality Imaging Symposium for a maximum of 6 hours and the ASE 2012 Ticketed Breakfast Symposia for a maximum of 1.5 hours each. The total amount of hours that can be claimed for attending both a symposium and the main conference is 29.
The American Medical Association has determined that non-US licensed physicians who participate in this educational activity are eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
ARDMS and CCI recognize ASE’s certificates and have agreed to honor the credit hours toward their registry requirements for sonographers.
This activity has been reviewed by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) and is acceptable for up to 29 hours of CME credit toward IAC Echocardiography laboratory accreditation requirements and up to 4.25 hours of CME credit toward IAC Vascular Testing laboratory accreditation requirements. Due to concurrent sessions, the maximum amount of credit that can be applied towards echocardiography and vascular accreditation requirements combined is 29.
The National Board of Echocardiography™ (NBE) requires 15 hours of echocardiography-specific CME for both ReASCE® and RePTE® recertification. This activity contains 29 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ that can be used toward recertification requirements.
* ASE credits are not accepted toward meeting requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Registration & Housing
ASE highly recommends pre-registration to ensure that attendees are able to attend ticketed sessions of choice. Non-member registrants will receive a complimentary 2012 membership with their registration for the ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions.
Full registration to the ASE Scientific Sessions includes:
- Admission to all Scientific Sessions tracks
- Admission to the Exhibit & Poster Hall
- Morning continental breakfasts and coffee breaks
- Appy Hour for all participants on Sunday night
- Cocktail reception honoring President Jim Thomas, MD, FASE in the Exhibit & Poster Hall on Saturday evening
- Independence Day Celebration on Monday afternoon
Ticketed breakfast sessions on a variety of topics are available for $40 each. Tickets may be purchased during the registration process.
Key Registration Dates:
| Early-Bird Registration Rate (for ASE Members) Deadline: | May 31, 2012 |
| Regular Registration Begins: | June 1, 2012 |
| Registration Cancellation Deadline: | June 15, 2012 |
| Online Registration Closes: | Thursday, June, 28 2012 |
| On-site Registration Opens: | Friday, June 29, 2012 at 12:00 pm |
| On-site Registration Closes: | Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at 5:00 pm |
ASE 2012 Paper Registration Form
ASE 2012 Registration Rates
Early-Bird |
Regular Registration ASE Members (Begins June 1, 2012) |
Non-Member Registration (Price includes 2012 ASE membership) |
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| Physician/Scientist/ Lab Manager |
$575 | $675 | $945 |
| Sonographer/Nurse | $305 | $405 | $540 |
| Fellow/Resident | $245 | $345 | $450 |
| Sonographer Student | $245 | $345 | $450 |
| Corporate/Industry Rep/Other | N/A | N/A | $870 |
| Military | $245 | $245 | $245 |
Are you presenting an abstract at the 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions? Contact Andrea Van Hoever for abstract presenter registration.
ASE HOUSING
This year ASE 2012 will be held under one roof at Gaylord National®, National Harbor, MD!
Attendees will be pleased to know that ASE has negotiated rates on your behalf that are $30 less per night than in 2009!
Gaylord National Hotel Amenities
Plunge into a sparkling blue pool, enjoy a relaxing massage, or unwind with a refreshing cocktail—all at Gaylord National®, the cornerstone of the new, 300-acre National Harbor. Our sleek black-and-white spa, unique dining experiences, and a two-story rooftop ultra lounge are just a few of the exclusive amenities guests enjoy.
- Soaring 18-story, 1.5-acre glass-covered atrium offering stunning views of the Potomac River
- Relâche Spa & Salon, a 20,000-square-foot facility that includes saunas, steam rooms, co-ed tea/relaxation lounge, and a state-of-the-art fitness center
- Unique indoor/outdoor pool located at Relâche Spa
- Seven distinctive restaurants and eateries, including Gaylord Hotels' signature restaurant, Old Hickory Steakhouse
- Sunday Brunch at Pienza Italian Market
- Pose Ultra Lounge, our high-energy rooftop nightclub
- Potomac Playzone family arcade
- On-site shopping, from travel necessities to luxurious indulgences
Special Conference Rates at Gaylord National® |
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| Single Occupancy | $239 |
| Double Occupancy | $249 |
| *These rates are inclusive of resort fee (see below). These rates will be held until May 28, 2012, or until they sell out, and will be based upon availability after this date. |
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Your Reservation at Gaylord National® includes the resort fee where you will receive the following daily:
- Complimentary local and 800 telephone calls
- High speed internet access
- Daily newspaper
- Fitness center access
- Bottled water inside guest rooms
Attendees Click Here to Reserve Your Room at Gaylord National®.
A first-night deposit is required and will be charged to your credit card. To avoid losing this deposit, reservations must be canceled 72 hours prior to arrival.
City & Travel
Celebrate America's Birthday
Stay for the July 4th Celebration in the Nations Capital
Events Scheduled for Independence Day
America’s Best Independence Day Festival
Saturday, June 30, National Harbor Waterfront
National Independence Day Parade
Wednesday, July 4th at 11:45 am. Constitution Avenue and 7th Street
Smithsonian Folklife Festival
June 27 – July 1 and July 4 - 8. Open daily 11:00 am to 5:30 pm. National Mall between 7th and 14th Streets.
White House Visitor Center Family Events
Wednesday, July 4th, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. White House Visitor Center.
A Capitol Fourth Concert
Wednesday, July 4th, 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm. West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.
4th of July Fireworks on the National Mall
Wednesday, July 4th at dark. Fireworks launched from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and light up the sky over the Washington Monument.
National Harbor
Top 5 Reasons to Join ASE in National Harbor |
$239 Single/$249 Double Rate ($30 lower!) Includes: Free internet, 2 bottles of water per day, access to fitness center & pool, complimentary newspaper and MORE See the Registration and Housing web page for an inclusive list of all amenities at the Gaylord National. |
2. Restaurants Galore - 29 restaurants within 5 blocks! From Italian at Bond 45, Seafood at McCormick & Schmick's, American Cuisine at Ketchup, or give in to your sweet tooth at CakeLove, there is something for everyone. |
Three years ago there was no convenient way to get to downtown DC. We are pleased to announce that we are able to provide transportations for families from the Gaylord! Departing seven days a week, leaving every 90 minutes from 9:00am - 7:30pm. Shuttle leaves from the Gaylord National's main entrance and is only $20 round-trip for Adults and $10 for children ages 3-12. |
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Over 20 stores and a handful of galleries to stroll through. With even more retail stores expected to open before ASE 2012 arrives at National Harbor, finding your take-home memorabilia item won't be a challenge at all. |
Additional Resources: |
Getting to National Harbor
Transportation information via Train, Plane or Automobile. ASE is looking forward to welcoming you at the Gaylord National in 2012!
By Air:
Airport Information
Recommended Airport: Reagan National Airport (DCA), is located in Arlington, VA, just across the Potomac River from the Nation's Capital. The Gaylord National is a mere 15 minutes from Reagan National Airport.
Transportation available from Reagan National Airport (DCA):
- Reagan National Shuttle ($32 per person, round trip. Reservations recommended)
- SuperShuttle, Private Sedan and Taxi services
Other available airports (approximately 45 minutes from Gaylord National):
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
- SuperShuttle Transportation ($43 per person, one-way. Reservations recommended)
- Execucar & Taxis ($100+, one-way. Reservations recommended)
By Land:
Automobile
Navigate your trip via Google Maps
Gaylord National is 15 minutes due south of Washington, D.C. - just off the Capital Beltway (I-95/I-495)—making it an easy drive from the surrounding Maryland and Virginia areas as well.
The brand-new National Harbor development may not register yet on some older GPS systems. If you are concerned about your GPS accurately displaying National Harbor, please use the detailed driving directions below.
Physical Address:
Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Metro
National Harbor and the Gaylord National Hotel are connected to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), or Metro system, via a limited-stop bus route (MetroBus).
By Sea:
Arrive to the Gaylord National in a fun, exciting way. Use the Water Taxi that is available for service to and from the Gaylord National Harbor to Alexandria, Virginia, just a 20 minute boat ride. The Potomac Riverboat Company also has cruises available to and from Georgetown and Mount Vernon to explore this historic region from the dynamic perspective of the Potomac River.
Maps of National Harbor:
International Travelers:
If you are traveling from outside the United States, please visit http://travel.state.gov for Visa rules and regulations.
Tipping: Tipping is voluntary; gratuities are not automatically added to the bill except in some cases for large groups. Tipping guidelines: servers – 15%, for outstanding service – 20%; taxi drivers – 15%; doormen, skycaps and porters - $1 per bag.
Electricity: The electricity used in National Harbor, MD is standard electricity, which is 110 volts. Appliances brought from Europe, Africa and most of Asia and Latin America will require a voltage transformer.
Passport & Visa Requirements: All persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration Card, Form I-551, if applicable. International visitors who need a visa to travel to the US must apply for one at an American embassy or consulate. For more information visit travel.state.gov.
Customs: You must complete customs and immigrations formalities at the first point of arrival in the U.S., whether or not it’s your final destination.
Travel Insurance: There is no compulsory or government plan in the U.S. You are advised to purchase travel and health insurance in case of an emergency.
Telephones: When calling from one area code to another, dial 1, followed by the area code and the seven-digit telephone number.
White House & Capitol Tours: Non-US citizens must contact their embassies in DC to inquire about White House tours. Contact information for embassies is available at embassy.org. International visitors may join public tours of the Capitol; tickets are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Detailed Driving Directions:
Please choose the direction in which you'll be arriving from the drop down list:
From Reagan National Airport (DCA) — approximately 8 miles, 15 minutes
- Follow signs to George Washington Parkway South (to Alexandria)
- Take George Washington Parkway South toward Alexandria
- Veer Right at the sign to Slaters Lane. Take a Right at the traffic light onto Slaters Lane
- Follow signs to US Route 1 South and merge onto US Route 1 South (N. Henry Street). Proceed on Henry Street through Old Town Alexandria
- Follows signs to I-95 North (Maryland)
- Veer Right at signs toward I-95
- Veer Left toward I-95 (Baltimore/Maryland signs) and merge onto I-95 North /I-495 East (Capital Beltway - Outer Loop)
- Cross Woodrow Wilson Bridge toward Maryland
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) — approximately 35 miles, 45 minutes
- Follow Airport Exit signs
- Take VA-267 East toward Washington and follow signs to I-495 South toward Richmond/Alexandria
- Take I-495 South (Capital Beltway - Outer Loop) toward Richmond/Alexandria
- Continue on Capital Beltway, but merge with I-495 East/ I-95 North toward Baltimore
- Stay to right, following signs for Local Traffic to National Harbor
- Cross the Woodrow Wilson Bridge toward Maryland
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) — approximately 42 miles, 45 minutes
- Follow Airport Exit signs toward Washington DC
- Take exit 2B for MD 295-South / Baltimore Washington Parkway toward Washington
- Merge onto 295-South toward Washington
- Stay on 295-South for about 35 miles
- Take Exit 1B (the very last exit on 295-South, past exit 1) toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Washington, D.C. — approximately 10 miles, 20 minutes
- Take I-295 South for approximately 5.5 miles
- Take Exit 1B (the very last exit on 295-South, past exit 1) toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Washington Union Station — approximately 10 miles, 20 minutes
- Go west on Massachusetts Avenue NE
- Go around Columbus Circle NE
- Turn left on Louisiana Avenue NE
- Make slight right onto D Street NW
- Make slight left onto I-395 South
- Take I-295 South exit (located on left)
- Take I-295 South for approximately 5.5 miles
- Take Exit 1B (the very last exit on 295-South, past exit 1) toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Fairfax, Virginia — approximately 20 miles, 30 minutes
- Take I-66 East
- Merge onto Capital Beltway/I-495 South toward Richmond/Alexandria
- Continue on Capital Beltway, and merge with I-495 East/ I-95 North toward Baltimore
- Stay to right, following signs for Local Traffic to National Harbor
- Cross the Woodrow Wilson Bridge into Maryland
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Richmond, Virginia — approximately 105 miles, 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Take I-95 North toward Washington for about 94 miles
- Take left exit onto I-495 East / I-95 North into Maryland for about ten miles
- Stay to right, following signs for Local Traffic to National Harbor
- Cross the Woodrow Wilson Bridge toward Maryland
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Gaithersburg, Maryland — approximately 40 miles, 50 minutes
- Take I-270 South toward Washington
- Merge onto I-495 South (Capital Beltway — Outer Loop) toward Richmond/Alexandria
- Continue on Capital Beltway, but merge with I-495 East/ I-95 North toward Baltimore
- Stay to right, following signs for Local Traffic to National Harbor
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
From Annapolis, Maryland and all points east — approximately 40 miles, 50 minutes
- Take US-50 West toward Washington
- Merge onto I-495 South (Capital Beltway — Inner Loop) toward Richmond/Alexandria
- Stay to right, following signs for Local Traffic to National Harbor
- Take Exit 2A toward National Harbor
- Once on National Harbor property, turn right on St. George Street
- Follow signs to Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
Gaylord National Convention Center
Maps, Information, etc regarding the Covention Center
GAYLORD NATIONAL is the crown jewel of the newly developed National Harbor, a dynamic waterfront community in the Washington D.C. area / National Harbor, MD. A world-class hotel and convention center covering 41.7 acres, Gaylord National overlooks the monuments and skyline of our nation's capital.
Located on the bay of National Harbor and conveniently placed in conjunction with the Gaylord National hotel. Easily accessible by plane, car and MetroBus. Numerous hotels and restuarants are nearby. The Gaylord is a veritable hub in National Harbor.
ASE is excited to have all of its Scientific Sessions activities under one roof. The conveneice and camraderie will provide a unique experience for you as you are immersed in the ASE Scientific Sessions.
Map of Gaylord National
Address:
Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Parking at the Convention Center/Gaylord National?
Parking at Gaylord National Resort is available on a hourly basis, overnight self-parking or overnight valet parking. Guests with a handicapped placard or license plate may use designated handicapped valet parking places for the self-parking price. Parking pricing.
Postal Services
Address where guests can receive packages:
Guest Name
c/o Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Business Center
For those last minute presentations or printing your boarding pass, the business center offers a 24-hour self-service printing, copying services and internet access. Located conveniently on the main convention floor, the business center offers shipping, faxing, bindery services and more during their hours of operation. See below for those hours and important numbers.
Business Center: (301) 965-2030
Business Center fax: (301) 965-2039
Parcel receiving: (301) 965-2031
Parcel receiving fax: (301) 965-2038
Hours of Operations
Open everyday: 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Abstracts
ASE 2012 Original Science
ASE congratulates the investigators who will be presenting their research at ASE 2012! This year’s showcase of investigators from around the world presenting cutting-edge research on the latest advances in cardiovascular ultrasound is bigger than ever before. Original science will be presented throughout the educational tracks, and two poster sessions in the Exhibit & Poster Hall will bring attendees face-to-face with scientific investigators for questions and insight.
The ASE 2012 Original Science Program Planner is now available - search accepted abstracts by author, topic or day of presentation, and create a personalized itinerary of the research you don’t want to miss during the meeting.
ASE 2012 Poster Presentation Schedule
Sunday, July 1 – Poster Session 1 (P1)
- Echo in Systemic Disease: CMP, DM, HTN, Obesity, Cancer – Posters P1-01 through P1-50
- Intraoperative Echocardiography – Posters P1-51 through P1-54
- Ischemic Heart Disease/Stress Echocardiography – Posters P1-55 through P1-73
- Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease – Posters P1-74 through P1-98
- Quality/Outcomes/Appropriateness/Echo in Clinical Trials – Posters P1-99 through P1-118
- Valvular Heart Disease – Posters P1-119 through P1-170
- Vascular Disease – Posters P1-171 through P1-183
Monday, July 2 – Poster Session 2 (P2)
- Cardiac Source of Embolism – Posters P2-01 through P2-11
- Contrast Echocardiography – Posters P2-12 through P2-23
- Novel Technologies: 3D/Tissue/Molecular Imaging – Posters P2-24 through P2-92
- Pericardial Disease – Posters P2-93 and P2-94
- Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease – Posters P2-95 through P2-119
- Quality/Outcomes/Appropriateness/Echo in Clinical Trials – Posters P2-120 through P2-134
- Ventricular Function – Posters P2-135 through P2-203
Key Dates - Abstracts and Late-Breaking Science
| Friday, October 14 | Abstract submission opens. |
| Wednesday, February 1 | Deadline for Abstract submission and editing - 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). |
| Friday, February 24 | Deadline to withdraw Abstracts from consideration and avoid publication in the June 2012 issue of JASE. |
| Thursday, March 1 | Late-Breaking Science submission opens. |
| Friday, March 16 | Notification to Presenting Authors of acceptance status for those Abstracts submitted by February 1. Application for Abstract Presenter Travel Grants opens. Abstract Presenter registration opens. |
| Sunday, April 1 | Deadline for Late-Breaking Science submission and editing - 11:59 PM EST. |
| Friday, April 6 | Deadline for Abstract Presenter Travel Grant applications. |
| Monday, April 30 | Notification to Presenting Authors of Late-Breaking Science acceptance status. Notification of Abstract Presenter Travel Grant recipients. |
| June | Publication of accepted Abstracts in the June 2012 issue of JASE. |
| Saturday, June 30-Tuesday, July 3 | 23rd Annual ASE Scientific Sessions in National Harbor, Maryland. |
Questions?
Contact Andrea Van Hoever at ASE Headquarters.
Young Investigator’s Award Competition
2012 Arthur E. Weyman Young Investigator's Award Competition
Supported by the National Board of Echocardiography™
ASE congratulates the finalists for the 2012 Arthur E. Weyman Young Investigator’s Award Competition. These outstanding young investigators will present their research on Monday, July 2 from 10:45 am-12:15 pm during the ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions.
YIA-1: Ultrasound-Mediated Anti-Apoptotic Gene Therapy For Doxorubicin Cardiomyopathy
Paul J. H. Lee, Dmitriy Rudenko, Michael A. Kuliszewski, Christine Liao, Vanessa Shen, Golam Kabir, Kim A. Connelly, Howard Leong-Poi. St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
YIA-2: Designing Microbubble for Long Term in vivo Stem Cell Tracking Using Contrast Ultrasound
Huili Fu, Jianjun Wang, Xucai Chen, Xiaoping Leng, Stephen Thorne, Flordeliza Villanueva. University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
YIA-3: Visualization and Assessment of Depolarization Events With Ultrasound
Cooper Moore1, Zainab Samad2, Niels Risum2, Kevin Jackson2, John Castellucci1, Joseph Kisslo2, Olaf von Ramm1. 1Duke University, Durham, NC; 2Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
YIA-4: Association of Left Atrial Dysfunction With Abnormal LV Filling Pressure Response to Exercise
Kenya Kusunose, Hirohiko Motoki, Zoran B. Popovic, James D. Thomas, Allan L. Klein, Thomas H. Marwick. Cleveland Clinic, Beachwood, OH
Competition Details
Young investigators under the age of 40 who are no more than five years from the end of their training are eligible to participate in this annual competition supported by the National Board of Echocardiography™ in honor of their first president, Arthur E. Weyman, MD, FASE. Four finalists will be selected to make a fifteen minute oral presentation and a poster presentation of their research at the 23rd Annual ASE Scientific Sessions, to be held June 30-July 3, 2012 at the Gaylord National in National Harbor, Maryland.
The winner will be awarded $1,500 and each of the other finalists $1,000. In addition, all four finalists will receive complimentary meeting registration and travel support up to $625 to attend the meeting. The winner will also be invited to present his/her research at the December 5-8, 2012 European Association of Echocardiography (EUROECHO 2012) meeting in Athens, Greece and the May 13- 15, 2013 Japanese Society of Echocardiography meeting in Tokyo, Japan. ASE will cover economy/coach airfare and hotel accommodations for the winner to attend both meetings.
Young investigators must submit an abstract of original work and an additional brief manuscript of up to 1,500 words to be considered for the competition. Abstracts not selected as finalists in the competition will automatically be considered for general presentation. Please review the Guidelines for Abstract Preparation and Submission for complete manuscript guidelines before submitting your work.
Questions?
Contact Andrea Van Hoever at ASE Headquarters.
International Recognition
Dr. Scott Chadderdon, winner of the 2011 Arthur E. Weyman Young Investigator's Award Competition, will travel to the December 7-10, 2011 European Association of Echocardiography (EUROECHO 2011) meeting in Budapest, Hungary and the April 19-21, 2012 Japanese Society of Echocardiography meeting in Osaka, Japan to present his research. Congratulations to Dr. Chadderdon and his team!
Impaired Capillary Function Contributes to the Development of Insulin Resistance
in Lean but Activity-restricted Primates: A Study Using Contrast Ultrasound
Perfusion Imaging
Scott M. Chadderdon, J. Todd Belcik, Elise Smith, Lindsay Pranger, Paul Kievit,
Jonathan R. Lindner. Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR
Science & Technology Theatre
Science & Technology Theatre sessions will take place in Prince George A, located directly adjacent to the Exhibit & Poster Hall on Level 1. Lunch or breakfast is complimentary and provided by ASE. Thank you to GE Healthcare, Philips Healthcare and Siemens Healthcare for participating in the Science & Technology Theatre sessions! Please find the theatre schedule below or visit www.ASEScientificSessions.org.
Saturday, June 30
GE Healthcare
11:45 am – 1:15 pm
A Case for Contrast: Why Are We Limiting Ourselves?
Guest Speakers:
Michael L. Main, MD
Mid-America Heart Institute/
Saint Luke’s Health System
Kevin Wei, MD
Oregon Health & Science University
Philip Kilcullen
Rush University Medical Center
Sunday, July 1
Philips Healthcare
12:15pm -1:45pm
Evolution and Revolution of Echocardiography
Chair:
Roberto Lang, MD, FASE
University of Chicago Medical Center
Co-Chair:
Jose Luis Zamorano, MD
Ramon Y Cajal Hospital, Madrid, Spain
The symposium speakers will address the evolving clinical uses and impact of echo, from advanced diagnostic technologies in the echocardiology lab to cutting-edge approaches to integrate echo into the Hybrid environment for transcatheter procedures.
- Myocardial Mechanics: From Speckle to Outcome. Ivan Salgo, MD
- Use of Real-Time 3D Echo to Assess Aortic Valve Severity and Planning for TAVR. Jose Luis Zamorano, MD
- Integrated Echo into the Hybrid Environment. Ernesto Salcedo, MD & Michael Kim, MD
Monday, July 2
GE Healthcare
7:00 am
– 8:30 am
Managing the Growing CV Population; Innovative Technologies of Miniaturized Ultrasound
Learn from the global experts and discover how the new technology of miniaturized ultrasound can fit into your cardiology workflow. This symposium will address the technology trends and define use in hospital, clinical, invasive and remote settings. Documentation challenges and billing will also be discussed.
Guest Speakers:
Dr. Randy Martin, Moderator
Pr. Mark Monaghan
Pr. Jens-Uwe Voigt
Dr. Partho Sengupta
Siemens Healthcare
12:15 pm
– 1:45 pm
Pump Up the Volume: Highlighting Practice-Changing Technology and Workflow
Explore the valves and the left ventricle in a new dimension. See a range of clinical, case-based presentations covering the most up-to-date clinical applications in these areas. Investigate some of the newest ultrasound technologies to assess clinical pathologies.
Science & Technology Theatre sessions are not a part of the official ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions, as planned by the Program Committee, or in any way endorsed or affiliated with ASE.
Networking Opportunities & Special Events
Daily
Science and Technology Theatre
Last year, these events were packed with interested professionals wanting to find out the latest information from an Industry perspective. Breakfast and lunch are provided by ASE and are included in your registration fee, but space is first-come, first-served. The registration process will be handled by the company hosting each session. Industry supported symposia sessions are not a part of the official ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions, as planned by the Program Committee, or in any way endorsed or affiliated with ASE. These sessions are not eligible for CME credit. Topics will be announced soon – stay tuned.
Connect@ASE Scientific Sessions Community
A secure community on ASE’s member forum, Connect@ASE, has been established for all registrants of ASE 2012. Through this group all attendees are able to stay up-to-date on late-breaking information, view a list of colleagues who are attending and participate in discussions before, during and after the event. This site enhances your opportunities to network with colleagues around the world. (http://connect.asecho.org/ASE2012)
Saturday, June 30
Practice Management and Advocacy Session Track
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Special guest, Catherine Hanson, Vice President of the AMA’s Private Sector Advocacy and Advocacy Resource Center unit, will present on how to maintain a practice in today’s market discussing trends or changes that may be anticipate and how to deal with them. She will share tips from her experience with payers, how to maneuver the system as a practitioner and how medical societies and associations can help. Join Catherine Hanson at 3:00 pm for her presentation entitled “How to Survive the Changing Healthcare Landscape.”
Other topics covered in this new track will include, strategic planning, building the successful practice, communication skills, and the role of echocardiography in the successful practice. Both private practice and hospital-based practice issues will be explored and there will be time for audience interaction with the presenters.
President’s Reception
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
All attendees are invited to celebrate ASE 2012 at the President’s Reception, hosted by ASE President, Jim Thomas, MD, FASE. The President’s Reception takes place in the Exhibit & Poster Hall, at the Gaylord National®. This is your first opportunity to network with colleagues and friends while learning more about the newest equipment and services in the cardiovascular field. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be available from many stations throughout the hall. Admission is included in your registration fee and guest tickets can be purchased during the registration process.
ASEF Awards Gala
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Ticketed black tie event to honor the 2012 ASE Award Recipients. Event to be held in the Sunset Room in National Harbor, Maryland. The evening will celebrate the accomplishments of the awardees and the dynamic field of cardiovascular ultrasound. Through the donations received for this event, ASEF will be able to offer additional research awards in 2012. For more information visit the ASE Education and Research Foundation Web page.
Sunday, July 1
Research Session Track
8:30 am – 1:45 pm
Whether you are considering an academic research career or are already an established investigator, this Basic Science and Clinical Careers symposium will show you how to grow a career as a clinical investigator, with direction and advice from those who have already laid the foundation, as well as, explain how the ideas behind today’s imaging research and innovations in technology are reshaping tomorrow’s health care. This year, speakers from the NIH and FDA will be engaged to answer your questions.
ASE 23rd Annual Edler Lecture and Awards Presentation/ASE Annual Business Meeting
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join fellow attendees and ASE leadership as Roberto Lang, MD, FASE, of the University of Chicago Medical Center presents his lecture titled, “3D Echo Has Come of Age: Promises and Perspectives.” Dr. Lang was named the 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions Edler Lecturer.
Appy Hour
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Appy Hour is a brand new event that combines mobile applications and networking. Learn how you can keep ASE guidelines and membership information at your fingertips while enjoying an opportunity to talk with your colleagues. Don’t miss this cocktail reception where you can make new contacts (both in person and on your Connect@ASE profile).
Monday, July 2
2012 Arthur E. Weyman Young Investigator’s Award Competition and Annual
Feigenbaum Lecture
10:45 am – 12:15 pm
Enjoy this presentation of the 13th Annual ASE Scientific Sessions Feigenbaum Lecture. The Feigenbaum Lecturer is named in honor of the founder and the first president of ASE, Harvey Feigenbaum, MD, FASE. This lectureship is awarded to a young investigator in recognition of significant contribution to research in the field of echocardiography as well as their potential to continue at a high level of achievement. The 2012 Arthur E. Weyman Young Investigator’s Award Competition, supported by the National Board of Echocardiography™ (NBE) in honor of their first president, Arthur E. Weyman, MD, FASE, will also be held during this time. Several outstanding young investigators will present their research and compete for first prize.
Independence Day Celebration
3:15 pm – 4:00 pm
New in 2012, Monday’s afternoon break will consist of a farewell reception in the Exhibit & Poster Hall. To show gratitude to everyone involved in the ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions, ASE is pleased to offer one final opportunity at Gaylord National® for attendees and industry representatives to network with colleagues and friends while enjoying complimentary refreshments.
“3 of a Kind: An Echo Game”
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
If you missed this in 2011, don’t miss it in 2012. Hosted by David B. Adams, RCS, RDCS, FASE, pick your team and hang on to your Audience Response System pad, as this raucous, but friendly competition is between the entire audience! During this entertaining session, you will laugh while learning about a variety of diseases in an educational format that involves audience participation. It is promised to be a lively and educational experience for all.
Tuesday, July 3
Live Transmission
8:30 am – 10:00 am
This session will feature a live transmission from the Washington Hospital Center’s cath lab of a Transcutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure.
Rapid-Fire Debates from the Greats
10:15 am – 11:45 am
This session will address two clinically important questions with debates, “Is there a role of evaluating dyssynchrony by echocardiography in patients to receive CRT?” and “Which is the imaging modality that should be obtained first in patients with possible aortic dissection: TEE or cardiac CT?” Don’t miss ASE 2012 luminary faculty as they debate the hottest topics in cardiovascular ultrasound.
Hearts in Space: NASA, Remote Diagnosis by Ultrasound, and the Impact of Weightlessness on Cardiac Function
12:15 pm – 1:45 pm
This exciting and unique session will give you a little insight into medicine in the space program. Topics to be presented: Cardiovascular physiology in space flight, Benjamin D. Levine, MD; Training and remote guidance of ultrasound in space: Noncardiac applications, Scott A. Dulchavsky, MD, PhD; The Heart in Space: Changes in shape, size, and function, Jim D. Thomas, MD, FASE; and The view from space: Observations of an ultrasound-savvy astronaut, Leroy Chiao, PhD (former NASA astronaut).
ASE 2012 Scientific Sessions Wrap-Up
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm
This session will highlight the most innovative research presented during the scientific sessions in the fields of myocardial and atrial function, stress and contrast echocardiography, 3D imaging, vascular, congenital and valvular heart disease. This is your opportunity to get an overview of ASE 2012 from the best in the field!
Legends Stumping Other Legends
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Senior echocardiographers will share with other legends and the audience their most challenging cases. This session will provide unique input from luminaries in the field that will help attendees learn how to navigate through difficult situations and challenging cases.
Resources
- VISA request letter
- Online Registration for ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions full conference
- Online Registration for the Multimodality Symposium
- Preliminary Program
- Schedule-at-a-glance
- Print Registration Form
- Housing Link
- Gaylord National® Convention Center
- Washington DC Tourism Information
- National Harbor Tourism Information
- ASE 2012 Connect@ASE Community
- Exhibit at ASE 2012
- ASE 2012 Original Science Program Planner
- ASE 2011 CME Request Form
- ASE 2011 Final Program
- ASE 2011 Online Library
Contacts
- Beth Woloski, Scientific Sessions Meeting Coordinator
Phone +1.919.297.7157, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email bwoloski@asecho.org. - Brandi Delany, Housing and Registration Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7171, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email bdelany@asecho.org. - Andrea Van Hoever, Abstract Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7163, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email avanhoever@asecho.org. - Tricia Meeks, Exhibit Contact
Phone +1.919.297.7170, Fax +1.919.882.9900, email tmeeks@asecho.org
ASE 2012 FAQ's
Q. How do I book a reservation for housing?
A. Housing for the Gaylord National will open in December, 2011. Room rates are $239 for single occupancy and $249 for double occupancy. This is $30 cheaper per room than the rates we got in 2009! These rates include complimentary local and 800 telephone calls, high speed internet access, daily newspaper, fitness center access and bottled water inside guest rooms. Visit the Registration and Housing Page for more information.
Q. Who do I contact for questions about my ASE 2012 housing?
A. Housing reservation information will be in your conference registration confirmation. If you have any other questions, please contact Deidre Lews at dlewis@asecho.org.
Q. What is the ASE 2012 registration cancellation policy?
A. All requests for refunds will be processed less a cancellation fee ($50 for ASE members, $75 for non-members.) Requests must be received in writing at ASE Headquarters by Monday, June 11, 2012. No refunds will be given on site at the ASE Scientific Sessions in National Harbor. Contact registrar@asecho.org with any questions regarding your registration. Emergency refund requests (those requested after Monday, June 11, 2012) will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be received in writing at ASE Headquarters no later than 90 days after the Scientific Sessions. Emergency refunds requested after September 15, 2012 will not be considered. Please address all requests for refunds to registrar@asecho.org.
Q. Who do I contact for questions about my ASE 2012 registration?
A. If you want a copy of your receipt, or proof of registration, simply login to your ASE account and go to the activities tab, which you will see at the top of the page. You should see an entry for 'ASE 23rd Annual Scientific Sessions'. Please click 'view' next to that heading, you will see a copy of your receipt which you may print out for your records. If you have other questions regarding your registration, please contact the conference registrar at registrar@asecho.org.
Q. Where can I find a copy of the program?
A. The most up-to-date PDF of the Program can be found on the Program Overview page.
Q. How many CME’s are offered at the sessions?
A. You will have the opportunity to apply for your CME credits at the end of your attendance. Computer kiosks will be available near the registration desk. Claiming CME is via the honor system and there is no need to sign in at individual sessions. If you attend the full conference (including a ticketed breakfast session on Saturday) you will be eligible for 29 hours of educational content. Attendees should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Q. Are refreshments and meals included in my registration fee?
A. Full registration to the ASE Scientific Sessions includes admission to all Scientific Sessions tracks, admission to the Exhibit & Poster Hall, morning continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, a cocktail Welcome Reception for ASE members on Sunday night and a cocktail reception honoring President James D. Thomas, MD, FASE on Saturday night.
Ticketed breakfast sessions on a variety of topics are available for $40 each. You may purchase these during the registration process.
Q. How do I obtain a VISA request letter?
A. ASE has provided a VISA request letter for your use.
Q. What are the dates for future ASE Scientific Sessions?
A.
24th Annual Scientific Sessions
June 29 - July 2, 2013
Minneapolis Convention Center
Minneapolis, MN
25th Annual Scientific Sessions
June 21 - 24, 2014
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, OR
26th Annual Scientific Sessions
June 13 - 16, 2015
Hynes Convention Center
Boston, MA