Philadelphia, PA30+ days ago
Describe the natural history of treated and untreated cardiovascular surgical conditions, including ischemic heart disease, valvular heart disease, thoracic aortic disease, heart failure (transplant and non-transplant options), conduction system disturbances, cardiac tumors, pericardial disease, and trauma. Care for the adult cardiac surgery patient throughout the hospital stay, including management in an intensive care setting, demonstrating knowledge and ability to anticipate, recognize, and manage potential complications of the disease processes and operative procedures.