Intermediate Coronary Training | Hands On Cardiac Simulation

Course Overview

This course provides simulation-based training in foundational coronary intervention techniques, including diagnostic angiography, lesion assessment, wire crossing, balloon angioplasty, and basic stent deployment. The program emphasizes procedural sequencing, device handling, and safety principles, enabling participants to build confidence and technical control in a risk-free simulation environment.

Learning Objectives

Understand coronary anatomy and angiographic views
Learn lesion crossing and angioplasty principles
Develop stent deployment skills

Learning Methodology

Coronary intervention simulator training
Stepwise skill acquisition
Faculty-guided case scenarios

Learning Outcomes

Perform simulated coronary interventions
Achieve successful lesion treatment
Maintain procedural safety

Eligibility Criteria

Fellows in interventional cardiology
Practicing interventional cardiologists
Senior residents with prior coronary intervention exposure
Clinicians seeking advanced simulation training in complex PCI

Course Modules

Module 1: Coronary Anatomy & Angiography

Coronary arterial anatomy and dominance patterns
Standard angiographic views and projections
Lesion identification and severity assessment
Interpretation of coronary angiograms

Module 2: Guide & Wire Techniques

Guide catheter selection and engagement
Coronary guidewire handling and torque control
Lesion crossing strategies
Wire positioning and vessel safety principles

Module 3: Balloon Angioplasty

Balloon selection and sizing
Lesion preparation techniques
Controlled balloon inflation and deflation
Assessment of angioplasty results

Module 4: Basic Stent Deployment

Stent selection and sizing principles
Accurate stent positioning
Deployment techniques and pressure optimization
Post-deployment angiographic evaluation

Coronary Intervention

Coronary Intervention – Intermediate Simulation Course