Programme Goals and Objectives

Goal

To review the current therapeutic approaches in:

Venous Thromboembolism and Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation and their Management
Acute Coronary Syndrome and its Management

Session 1: Objectives

To review local statistics and epidemiology of Vascular Disease and Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation in Jamaica
Discussion on the latest guidelines on their management and how DOACs now play a role

Session 2: Objectives

Discuss the current guidelines in ACS assessment and management
Highlight the role of Ticagrelor and when to use in the Primary Care Setting
Review Ticagrelor and its Efficacy and Safety Benefits