Device Use in the Developing World

Description

Session to touch on cardiac implantable device use in the developing world, in light of constrained resources.

Learning Objectives

Identify and articulate the key barriers to accessing pacemaker and ICD therapies in low-resource settings, including financial, infrastructural, and cultural challenges.
Develop strategies for implementing sustainable device programs
Evaluate innovative approaches and emerging technologies that can make pacemaker and ICD therapies more affordable and accessible in developing regions.

Session Chair(s)

Bharat Kantharia, MD
Mark Schoenfeld, MD

Presentation

Resterilization and Reuse of Cardiac Pacemakers... Lessons learned and next steps
Presenter(s): Thomas C. Crawford, MD

A Case for the Development of a Cheaper Pacemaker
Presenter(s): Ogundu Obioha. Ngwu, MD

You Have Set Up a New Device Program: Now What?
Presenter(s): Ijeoma Ekeruo, MD

From Intention to Impact: Exploring the effect of Skill Sharing Missions in the Global South
Presenter(s): Sri Sundaram, MD

Disclosures

Thomas Crawford:

Nothing Relevant to Disclose

Ogundu Ngwu:

Nothing Relevant to Disclose

Ijeoma Ekeruo:

Sanofi (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Consulting)
Medtronic,Inc. (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Consulting)

Sri Sundaram:

Medtronic,Inc. (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Speaking and Teaching)
Heart Hero (Ownership/Partnership/Principal - Membership on Advisory Committees or Review Panels)
North American Interconnect (Ownership/Partnership/Principal - Board Membership)
Abbott Medical (Honoraria/Speaking/Consulting Fee - Speaking and Teaching)

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Education Framework

Bradyarrhythmias
-- Pacemakers
-- 47. Know the indications for implantation of permanent pacemakers.

Summary


Availability:	No future session


Cost:	FREE


Credit Offered:	No Credit Offered