Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Course
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
ArthroLab™ | Naples, FL
 
DESCRIPTION
 
This tailored event for physician assistants and nurse practitioners features robust didactic presentations on cardiothoracic surgery. The program will feature thought-provoking presentations, surgical demonstrations, and interactive discussions with esteemed faculty. The ArthroLab session will allow for an unparalleled hands-on lab opportunity for participants to test and refine their skills, ensuring a dynamic learning experience that empowers them to confidently navigate sternotomy closure techniques and minimally invasive imaging of the heart and thoracic cavity. 

FACULTY
 
Thomas G. Caranasos, MD

Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Vice President, NCH Rooney Heart Institute
Naples, FL

Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship, University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Andrew Shirlen, PA-C

NCH North Naples Hospital
Naples, FL
Steven Escaravage, PA-C 
Eric Johnson, PA-C
Jay Peterson, PA-C

AGENDA
 
6:30 AM Breakfast
7:30 AM Registration
8:00 AM Welcome and Introduction
8:05 AM Arthrex Cardiothoracic Journey and Future Innovations 
Didactic Session I: Sternal Closure
8:10 AM History and Future of Sternal Closure
8:20 AM Staple Techniques for Sternal Closure
8:30 AM The Role of Biologics in Cardiothoracic Surgery
8:40 AM
 		 Live Demo: Sternal Closure With FiberTape® Cerclage and DynaNite® CT Staple
9:10 AM Hands-On Dry Lab – FiberTape Cerclage Sawbones
9:40 AM Break
Didactic Session II: Advanced Cardiothoracic Considerations
9:50 AM Advancing the Scope: Imaging in Cardiothoracic Surgery
10:00 AM On-Call: Navigating Cardiac Surgery Emergencies
10:20 AM The Revival of the Ross Procedure?
10:30 AM History and Future of Endoscopic Vein Harvesting
10:40 AM Collaborative Solutions: Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting
10:50 AM ERAS – Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
11:10 AM Mastering the Craft: PAs in CT Surgery
11:30 AM Lunch
12:30 PM ArthroLab Session
4:00 PM Adjourn

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