Inaugural Cleveland Aortic Symposium: The Root, The Arch, The Works

Hands on Training, live cases, case based format. Join a panel of leadings experts for an immersive learning experience on the full scope of indications and techniques for proximal aortic surgery, including: Aortic root, ascending aorta, and arch an anatomy with advanced imaging techniques. Aortic root replacement with mechanical and tissue valve-conduits. Complex root reconstruction (Ross-Konno and "Cammando" procedures). Ross procedure. Aortic arch reconstruction (open, hybrid and endovascular). Novel approaches to proximal aortic surgery (Endo-Bentall and robotic).

Friday, September 5, 2025, 7:00 AM - Saturday, September 6, 2025, 5:00 PM, Tinkham Veale University Center, Cleveland, OH

1. Describe basic aortic root anatomy and physiology
2. Interpret details of aortic root evaluation with echocardiography, cardiac CT and MRI
3. Review indications and techniques for aortic annulus and aortic root enlargement procedures
4. Explain indications, techniques and pitfalls of aortic root surgery for infective endocarditis
5. Define indications and techniques for aortic valve sparing operations
6. Summarize indications and techniques for Ross procedure
7. Assess options of endovascular aortic root replacement (Endo-Bentall)
8. Compare open, endovascular and hybrid approaches to aortic arch reconstruction
9. Apply crucial skills for aortic valve repair and root enlargement, Ross procedure, Konno aorto-ventriculoplasty as well as endovascular and aortic arch hybrid operations

Physician - Both Days - $150.00
Physician - Friday Only - $100.00
Physician - Saturday Only - $75.00

Trainee / Nurse / Tech - Both Days - $75.00
Trainee / Nurse / Tech - Friday Only - $50.00
Trainee / Nurse / Tech - Saturday Only - $35.00

Payment by Credit Card only

Full refund available until August 22.  There will be a $25 administrative fee for any cancellation after August 22.  All requests for refunds must be sent via email to [email protected].

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (11.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (11.00 hours)

*Make sure to ask for a Case Western Reserve University special rate*

The Glidden House - One block away from the conference
1901 Ford Drive, Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Phone (216) 231-8900; (866) 812-4537; Fax (216) 231-2130
www.gliddenhouse.com
Located directly on campus. Bed and Breakfast; continental breakfast and parking included.

Courtyard by Marriott Cleveland University Circle
2021 Cornell Rd, Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Phone (216) 791-5678; (800) 321-2211; Fax (216) 791-5342
www.courtyard.com/CLECE
Courtyard Cleveland University hotel is close to many area businesses, art museums, shopping, dining, and is close to popular attractions such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Little Italy. The hotel is also within walking distance to University Hospital and Case Western Reserve University. Free wireless high speed internet and local phone calls. Courtyard Bistro, heated Pool and on site Fitness Center.

Doubletree by Hilton/The Tudor Arms Hotel
10660 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Phone (216) 455-1260
http://doubletree3.hilton.com/
University Circle area hotel offers close proximity to Cleveland Clinic and University Hospital and is also within walking distance of Case Western Reserve University. Historic Tudor Arms building in the heart of Cleveland's East Side Cultural District. Hotel restaurant and bar, fitness center, and complimentary high-speed internet access.

Links to hotels below have CWRU promo code filled in for our special rate

InterContinental Cleveland
9801 Carnegie Avenue 
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
216.707.4100  
Reservations 877-707-8999.  Request hotel interested in and Case rate
Four Diamond Hotel featuring two restaurants; 24-hour room service; international staff; fitness center including Technogym equipment; patio; room service Located less than a mile from the Case Western Reserve University main campus and across from the CWRU Health Education Campus.

InterContinental Suites Hotel
8800 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44106
216.707.4300 
Reservations 877-707-8999.  Request hotel interested in and Case rate
All-suite hotel including microwave; full-service hotel; on-site laundry facility; 24-hour room service; fitness center; restaurant; lounge; patio; room service Located 1.2 miles from CWRU main campus and .3 miles from new Health Education Campus

Holiday Inn Cleveland Clinic
8650 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44016
216.707.4200  Reservations 877-707-8999.  Request hotel interested in and Case rate
Full service; indoor pool; up to four kids 12 and under eat free with one paying adult off children's menu; on-site laundry facility; fitness center includes Peloton bikes; restaurant; lounge; patio; room service  Located 1.3 miles from CWRU main campus and .4 miles from new Health Education Campus

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