This weekly conference is designed to broaden the knowledge of physicians, residents and medical sutdents regarding new and innovative surgical techniques; research studies and outcome. Enhance pre-operative and post-operative patient care and the implementation of new guidelines as the climate of healthcare changes.

• Assess new surgical treatment for heart and lung disease.
• Basic science translational opportunities and surgical techniques are reviewed.  The goal is to provide "state of the art patient care".
• Our "care maps" are reviewed and correlated with national practice guidelines and local quality measures.  Participants should recognize care map deviations.
• Clinical judgement is improved when specific cases are reviewed and tested in multidisplinary fashion.

ACCME Accreditation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Hours of Participation for Allied Health Care Professionals:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to 1.0 hours of participation for continuing education for allied health professionals.