CSI AMERICA 2027
LIVE ANIMAL training WorkshopS
Registration for the animal training workshop is now open. Attendees will gain invaluable hands-on experience with cardiac catheterization and interventional techniques on live animals, as well as expert instruction from renowned faculty!
Spots are usually filling up quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible to secure your place.
Please note: These workshops are only available to registered attendees of CSI America. Dates and times will be confirmed by email after registration.
More details and topics will be available soon.
CSI AMERICA IS IN COLLABORATION WITH:
| aNIMAL LAB TRAINING WORKSHOP TICKET | |
| Regular price per workshop | $ 260 (Early bird) / $ 320 after October 30, 2026 |
TOPICS:
- CONGENITAL INTERVENTIONS
- ICE (2D and 3D)
- Transseptal puncture
- ASD & PFO closure
- Device embolization and retrieval techniques
- Percutaneous pulmonary valve placement
- Stent placement techniques in aorta
and pulmonary arteries
- Structural INTERVENTIONS
- ICE (2D and 3D)
- Transseptal puncture
- PFO closure
- LAA closure
- Device embolization and retrieval techniques
- Paravalvar leak closure
Terms and conditions of Fellows sponsorship
If awarded a scholarship to attend CSI America and the live animal training, participants will be reimbursed in the amount specified after the conference and must meet certain conditions to receive reimbursement. These reimbursement amounts and conditions will be detailed further upon acceptance into the program but will include stipulations such as attending the full animal training and each simulator training prior to the animal training.
Stipends may include free registration to the conference and animal training, and/or hotel accommodation. Other expenses, including ground transport, meals, incidentals, etc., will not be reimbursed.
By applying for this scholarship, you acknowledge that your information will be shared with supporting companies if you are selected for participation. This information includes name, institution, email address, specialty or type of fellowship, post-grad year, and NPI number.
Learning objectives
Physicians often lack opportunities to learn and practice techniques in a realistic and controlled environment. While simulators and other training methods can be useful, they cannot fully replicate the complexities of performing procedures on a live patient. Live animal training is a valuable tool in the education and training of interventional cardiologists and the delivery of high-quality patient care.
The LIVE ANIMAL TRAINING WORKSHOPS will be ideal for all interventionalists, imaging physicians, and allied staff who work in the catheterization or hybrid laboratory; whether they are involved with a new program (recent graduates) or are part of an established program (experienced interventionalists). It will be a perfect venue for interactive learning that will range from simple procedures to complications.
Participants will be divided into groups of up to 5 and will circulate around the stations to get experience on all devices. CSI will collaborate with the AdventHealth Nicholson Center – a highly specialized research facility with extensive expertise in organizing animal training sessions.
Workshop structure
We plan to run 4 workshops during CSI America of approximately 4 hours duration each. Seats are filling up quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible to secure your place!
For more information, please contact
Arthur Toledocme4u GmbH
Frankfurt am Main
Germany
- Phone
- +49 6109 6960760
- a.toledo@cme4u.org
WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS SAY
“A unique opportunity for focused learning of catheter and implant manipulation techniques. In addition, this is an excellent venue for exploring potential catheter complications and practicing catheter manipulation remedies.”
Phillip Moore
“The animal lab was an outstanding educational experience, turning concepts into practical skills in a realistic procedural setting. It's valuable for both early-career physicians and senior colleagues who haven't had the opportunity to explore a new device. Hands-on training is especially important in congenital interventional cardiology, where complex anatomy calls for creative, precise, and adaptable decision-making. Working with devices, exploring different approaches, and learning from experienced faculty made the experience especially meaningful.”
Gurumurthy Hiremath Mallikarjun
“It is a unique opportunity to gain familiarity with complex structural heart disease interventions under the guidance of experienced mentors.”
Issam Moussa
“Hands-on training bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice. It provides a unique opportunity to refine technical skills, build procedural confidence, and receive immediate feedback from experts.”
Jerry Lipinski
The use of animals in research, teaching and training is a privilege that requires unique professional and moral obligations. The Advent Health Nicholson Center is dedicated to supporting the education and research mission of CSI America while maintaining compliance with federal and state animal care principles, guidelines, and regulations. The Advent Health Nicholson Center’s Animal Care and Use Program encompasses all animals used by the facility for research, testing, and education.