Education and Training

We are highly committed to training and education and provide robust blended training programs to develop expertise and support optimal clinical outcomes. Our faculty/trainers are experts in the field of treatment of atrial fibrillation and LAA management. Our courses feature both didactic and hands-on training from highly experienced Afib surgeons and electrophysiologists covering a broad range of relevant topics;

• Understand the relevant anatomy for performing a concomitant procedure
• Review pathophysiology and key principles of atrial fibrillation treatment
• Review society guidelines supporting surgical ablation and left appendage management
• Discuss the rationale and indications for the Maze IV lesion set and Hybrid AF Minimally Invasive Therapy
• Share best practices to improve procedural efficiency and clinical efficacy
• Review alternate surgical approaches, energy sources and lesion sets associated with surgical treatment
• List pre and postoperative care considerations of concomitant treatment
• Review role and alternate techniques associated with left atrial appendage management
• Understand the benefits of surgeon/ electrophysiologist collaboration in identifying, treating, and performing rhythm follow-up of atrial fibrillation patients

AF Connect (EMEA)

AtriCure offers training and education programs to healthcare professionals interested in developing their expertise and knowledge in the treatment of atrial fibrillation and left atrial appendage management. The offering on AF Connect includes structured training programs such as Maze IV and Hybrid AF^TM Therapy programs, proctoring support by internationally recognized experts, and online access to relevant clinical content.

For more information about our training courses, please visit AF Connect.