Success With Failure: Heart Failure for Clinical Practice will feature up-to-date presentations on the evaluation and treatment of heart failure. New diagnostic tools, drugs, and devices will be reviewed along with their role in specific clinical situations. Integration of guidelines and clinical management will be highlighted. The program format includes interactive case-based discussions, surgical and medical perspectives to ensure a lively and relevant educational opportunity for all participants. **ATTENTION** The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel is SOLD OUT. Please refer to additional lodging options on this website.

Course Directors

• Brooks S. Edwards, M.D.
• Barry L. Karon, M.D.
• Barry A. Borlaug, M.D.

Mayo Clinic Faculty

• Brent A. Bauer, M.D.
• Atta Behfar, M.D., Ph.D.
• Crystal R. Bonnichsen, M.D.
• Alfredo L. Clavell, M.D.
• Maria L. Collazo-Clavell, M.D.
• Richard C. Daly, M.D.
• Shannon M. Dunlay, M.D.
• Thomas A. Foley, M.D.
• Paul A. Friedman, M.D.
• Bernard J. Gersh, M.B., Ch.B., D.Phil
• Sudhir S. Kushwaha, M.D.
• Grace Lin, M.D.
• Eric J. Olson, M.D.
• Octavio E. Pajaro, M.D., Ph.D.
• Margaret M. Redfield, M.D.
• Henry D. Tazelaar, M.D.
• Jean A. Wagner, R.N., C.N.P.

Guest Faculty

• Javed Butler, M.D.
  Professor of Medicine
  Director, Heart Failure Research, Emory University
  Deputy Chief Science Advisor, American Heart Association
  Atlanta, GA

Location

Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Resort
One Ritz-Carlton Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: 877-266-6065 (toll-free)

Lodging Accommodations

The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel is a beautiful beach resort in southern California. The Pacific Ocean caresses unspoiled stretches of beach under the gentle warmth of year-round sunshine. Land and water activities abound, including sailing, deep sea fishing, golfing at nearby links and direct access to two miles of sandy beach.

Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel with special course rates of $275 per night for run of house. In order to receive the special rate, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the expiration date of July 10, 2014, whichever comes first. Reservations will be taken following this date based on space and rate availability.

Reservations may be made online or by phone at 877-266-6065 (toll-free). Please reference the group name "Mayo Clinic Success with Failure CME" when making reservations.

Lodging arrangements are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

Mayo Clinic Division of Cardiovascular Diseases is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting.  Costs incurred by the registrant, such as airline or hotel fees or penalties, are the responsibility of the registrant.

Travel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is located in South Orange County, midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. The area can be reached from a number of nearby airports.

From John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA), the distance to the hotel is approximately 23 miles, or a 25-minute drive. From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the distance is approximately 63 miles, or a one-hour drive. From the San Diego Lindbergh Field Airport (SAN), the distance is approximately 67 miles, or a 75-minute drive.

Private transportation services by sedan or limousine to and from all airports can be arranged by contacting The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Concierge Desk at 949-240-5094. Advance notice of 24 hours is required.

Travel arrangements are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

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