Epicardial Access in EP: Hands-on Training and Discussion

Chicago, IL US
June 12, 2026
Master one of the most advanced and high-impact techniques in cardiac electrophysiology!
 
Epicardial access is critical for treating complex ventricular arrhythmias, yet many electrophysiologists lack meaningful opportunities to build the skills and confidence to perform these procedures effectively. This immersive course is designed to change that.
 
Learn directly from a national faculty of expert electrophysiologists through focused, high-yield sessions and dynamic case-based discussions. Then put that knowledge into action during intensive hands-on training.
 
In the hands-on lab, you’ll work with simulators and animal models under expert guidance to refine epicardial access techniques, CO₂ insufflation, mapping strategies, and device-assisted approaches while strengthening your ability to anticipate and manage complications.
 
Whether you’re building foundational skills or advancing your procedural expertise, this course will sharpen your clinical decision-making and give you the confidence to bring epicardial approaches into real-world practice.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for electrophysiology fellows, early-career electrophysiologists, and practicing electrophysiologists who perform or plan to perform procedures requiring epicardial access for the mapping and ablation of complex ventricular arrhythmias and other cardiac electrophysiology conditions.

Learning Objectives

After this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the indications, contraindications, and clinical scenarios that warrant an epicardial approach in electrophysiology procedures.
  • Summarize key epicardial anatomical structures and electrophysiologic considerations relevant to epicardial mapping and ablation procedures.
  • Explain the mechanisms, prevention strategies, and management approaches for complications associated with epicardial access procedures.
  • Select appropriate epicardial access techniques and technologies based on patient characteristics, procedural goals, and anatomic considerations.
  • Interpret epicardial electroanatomic mapping findings during ventricular arrhythmia procedures to support procedural strategy and ablation planning.
  • Demonstrate epicardial access techniques using simulation models and procedural training platforms.
Additional information
ACGME/ABMS Core Competencies: 
Patient Care and Procedural Skills
Medical Knowledge
Practice-based Learning and Improvement
For more information, please contact:
CME Coordinator Contact Name: 
Keisha Geter
CME Coordinator Contact Email: 
[email protected]
CME Coordinator Contact Phone: 
(773) 834-5418

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Summary
Available credit: 
  • 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 6.50 Participation
Event starts: 
06/12/2026 - 8:00am
Event ends: 
06/12/2026 - 4:30pm
Activity opens: 
06/12/2026
Activity expires: 
07/12/2026
Add to calendar: 
TimeSessionFaculty
8:00 AMWelcome and IntroductionsHenry Huang, MD
8:05 AMWhen to Utilize the Epicardial ApproachJeff Winterfield, MD
8:25 AMEpicardial Anatomy & Unique Electrical ConsiderationsMelissa Robinson Cross, MD
8:45 AMThe SAFER Epicardial ApproachJorge Romero, MD
9:05 AMCase Study #1Andre d’Avila, MD
9:25 AMComplications of Epicardial ApproachesWendy Tzou, MD
9:45 AMCO₂ Insufflation & CV Exit ApproachWilliam Sauer, MD
10:05 AMBreak 
10:15 AMCase Study #2Smit Vasawala, MD
10:35 AMNew Technologies for Epicardial AccessTim Maher, MD
10:55 AMRA Appendage Approach for CO₂ InsufflationJackson Liang, MD
11:15 AMCase Study #3Chau Vu, MD
11:30 AMLunch and Q&A SessionAll Faculty
12:00 PMProctored Hands-on Training (Epicardial Access, CO₂ Insufflation, RF-RAA CO₂, EpiEase, Epicardial Mapping)All Faculty
4:30 PMAdjourn 
The agenda is subject to change.
UChicago Medicine
5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
United States
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To learn more about cardiac care at UChicago Medicine, visit our website. For questions about the program, contact Keisha Geter via email.
 
UCHICAGO MEDICINE
Hosted at UChicago Medicine, this course takes place within one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, known for innovation in cardiovascular care and medical education. Sessions and hands-on training are held in state-of-the-art clinical and simulation spaces across campus, providing an ideal environment for immersive, high-level learning.
 
ACCESSIBILITY The University of Chicago is committed to providing equal access appropriate to need and circumstances and complies fully with legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you are in need of special accommodation, please contact Keisha Geter via email.
 
The University of Chicago reserves the right to cancel or postpone this conference due to unforeseen circumstances. In the unlikely event this activity must be cancelled or postponed, the registration fee will be refunded; however, the University of Chicago is not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses to participants, including fees assessed by airline/travel/lodging agencies.
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO COURSE DIRECTOR
Henry Huang, MD
Professor of Medicine
Director, Cardiac Electrophysiology

Disclosure Declarations
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Physician Credit
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
 
The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 
Other Participant Credit
Other participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. For information on the applicability and acceptance of Certificates of Participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME, please consult your professional licensing board.
 
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