Pulmonary Vein Stenosis Symposium

Friday, April 4, 2025, 8:00 AM - Saturday, April 5, 2025, 5:00 PM, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - Roberts, Philadelphia, PA


The two-day symposium will focus on pediatric pulmonary vein stenosis including the etiology, diagnosis, management, identification of knowledge gaps and current and future research efforts. Faculty with expertise in PVS from around the around will be invited to give presentations on selected topics as well as to participate in discussions throughout the symposium. The format will include traditional lecture-based topic focused sessions, case presentations, and expert panels all with Q/A time built in to allow for vibrant discussion and participation from all attendees. The symposium is open to all medical providers and trainees interested in learning about PVS.

1. Understand the pathophysiology and diagnosis of pulmonary vein stenosis.
2. Describe the underlying mechanism, clinical presentation, and diagnostic criteria of PVS.
3. Review current and emerging treatment strategies and the latest treatment options for PVS, including surgical interventions, catheter-based therapies, and pharmacological management.
4. Demonstrate the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing PVS through developing strategies for coordinated care involving cardiologists, pulmonologists, radiologists, and other healthcare providers.

Physician - $400

Nurse, Trainee and Other Healthcare Professional = $300

Abstract Presenter - $150

Family Day Session - free (Saturday only) 

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (12.25 hours)

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Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.