The Department of Education, Training, and Research of PSCCQ holds Regional Cardiology Meeting entitled “Update on Heart Failure" held last Friday, February 7, 2020 at the Movenpick Hotel.

The said event was well-participated by almost 200 participants from various hospitals in Qassim Region. It was overwhelming to recognize the presence of the national guest speakers from Prince Sultan Cardiac Center Riyadh, Dr. Mohammad Habbab, Senior Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist. This activity was also accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties for five (5) CME hours.

Dr. Rahim Gul PSCCQ Consultant Cardiologist initially opened the event with an introduction and welcome address wherein he warmly acknowledged and welcomed the presence of everyone around.

Dr. Adel Bashir, Consultant Cardiologist clearly elaborated the definition of Heart Failure. He gave a vivid explanation of nature and what Heart Failure is all about.

A lecture on the Role of Cardiac Imaging in Heart Failure was discussed by Dr. Osama Smittee Consultant Cardiologist. Cardiac imaging plays a major role in the diagnosis, selection of therapy and assessment of prognosis in patients with heart failure.

Prince Sultan Cardiac Center Riyadh’s Consultant Cardiologist, Dr. Mohammed Habbab shared an Update on Pharmacological Treatment of Heart Failure as well as he gave a lecture on Advanced Heart Failure: Recognizing Treatment Options.

Furthermore Dr. Mehboob Ali Dar, PSCCQ Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist gave a discussion on Device Therapy in Heart Failure. In addition to medical therapy, device therapy also plays an important role in the treatment of Heart Failure patients.

The meeting ended up with the distribution of Certificates of Appreciation to the speakers for their selfless contributions in making the event worthy and substantial. Dr. Rahim Gul, Consultant Adult Cardiologist, Course Organizer was delighted with the successful outcome of the activity. Dr. Gul was glad with the presence of all the participants and he is looking forward to another similar activity in the future.