Maternal Cardiac Health: Improving Outcomes and Lifelong Cardiovascular Care (RECORDING)

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 12:00 AM - Saturday, January 29, 2028, 11:59 AM, On Demand

Internet Enduring Material sponsored by Stanford University School of Medicine.

Maternal cardiac disease remains one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in the United States, and its prevalence continues to rise as advancements in healthcare enable more women with congenital heart disease to reach reproductive age. This recorded lecture provides an in-depth exploration of the challenges and opportunities associated with diagnosing and managing maternal cardiac disease, emphasizing the critical role of early detection and intervention. The discussion highlights the window of opportunity during a woman’s reproductive years to mitigate long-term cardiovascular risks and improve overall health outcomes. Participants will gain insights into the latest research on obstetrical and neonatal outcomes linked to both acquired and congenital cardiac conditions.

  Release Date: January 30, 2025
  Expiration Date: January 29, 2028
  Estimated Time to Complete: 1 hour, 10 minutes
  Registration Fee: FREE
*Originally recorded on 01/23/2025
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AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.25 hours), AAPA Category 1 CME credits (1.25 hours), ANCC Contact Hours (1.25 hours), Non-Physician Participation Credit (1.25 hours)

1. Analyze the impact of maternal cardiac disease on maternal and neonatal outcomes, including risks such as preterm birth, intrauterine growth restriction, and prolonged maternal hospitalization.
2. Examine the relationship between congenital and acquired heart disease and adverse perinatal outcomes, including neonatal complications and high-acuity maternal care requirements.
3. Identify strategies for early detection and risk reduction of cardiovascular disease during the reproductive years, addressing long-term health outcomes for women with congenital or acquired cardiac conditions.
4. Evaluate current trends and challenges in managing maternal cardiac disease and their implications for clinical practice.
5. Apply evidence-based practices for optimizing maternal and neonatal outcomes in pregnancies complicated by cardiac conditions.

In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine 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. 

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Stanford Medicine has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This enduring material is designated for 1.25 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

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