For General Practitioners (GPs) only
CME Series |
Aortic Emergencies: From First Suspicion to Life-Saving Intervention
In conjunction with Northern Heart Hospital Penang's official launch of the Aorta Centre
25th July 2026 (Saturday) | 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Macalister Ballroom, Level 5, Eastern & Oriental Hotel
Admission: FREE
CPD Accreditation in Progress
Aortic emergencies like dissection and ruptured aneurysms often mask themselves behind vague, non-specific symptoms. By the time the diagnosis is obvious, it is often too late.
Aortic Emergencies: From First Suspicion to Life-Saving Intervention is a high-yield CME session designed specifically for General Practitioners. Learn to spot the subtle warning signs, eliminate diagnostic delays, and navigate the critical referral window when every second counts.
Held in conjunction with the official launch of our Aortic Centre, this session features practical clinical insights from top specialists to bridge the gap between primary care suspicion and definitive surgical survival.
Key Clinical Focus Area
- The Diagnostic Mimics: How to differentiate life-threatening aortic pain from benign musculoskeletal, GI, or cardiac issues.
- The Referral Timeline: Exactly what to do in your clinic the moment you suspect an acute aortic event.
- The Multidisciplinary Frontline: Hear directly from Prof. Dato’ Dr. Basheer (Cardiothoracic Surgeon) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edward Choke (Vascular Surgeon) on modern surgical management and rapid-response care.
- Real-World Case Audit: An expert panel discussion moderated by Dr. Tan Chiang Soo, tackling delayed diagnoses, missteps, and practical primary care decision-making.
Who Should Attend
✅ Solo & Group Clinic GPs managing unselected acute presentations in primary care.
✅ Family Physicians looking to update their clinical guidelines on acute vascular diseases.
✅ Locum & Clinic Doctors ahandling high-volume outpatient workloads where early detection saves lives.
✅ Emergency & Primary Care Medical Officers who are the first line of defense for acute pain presentations.
Event Details
Event Topic: CME Series | Aortic Emergencies: From First Suspicion to Life Saving Intervention
Date: 25ᵗʰ July 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Venue: Macalister Ballroom, Level 5, Eastern & Oriental Hotel
Entrance: Free Admission
CPD Accreditation: In progress
Attire: Formal
*Refreshment & Dinner are provided
Registration
Note: Confirmation email will be sent upon registration verification.
Event Agenda
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 3:00pm | Check-in, Light Refreshment and Networking |
| 3:30pm | Opening and Welcome Remarks |
| 3:40pm | Session 1: Aortic Dissection: Not to be Missed by Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hj Basheer Ahamed Bin Abdul Kareem, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon |
| 4:40pm | Session 2: The Modern Aortic Centre: Precision, Innovation, Excellence by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edward Choke Tieng Chek, Consultant Vascular Surgeon |
| 5:40pm | Introduction of Aortic Centre |
| 6:00pm | Break |
| 6:10pm | Session 3: Panel Discussion: Expert Dialogue: Lessons from Real-World Aortic Emergencies Moderator: Panellist:
|
| 7:00pm | Closing Remarks and End |
Event Agenda
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 3:00pm | Check-in, Light Refreshment and Networking |
| 3:30pm | Opening and Welcome Remarks |
| 3:40pm | Session 1: Aortic Dissection: Not to be Missed by Prof. Dato’ Dr. Hj Basheer Ahamed Bin Abdul Kareem, Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon |
| 4:40pm | Session 2: The Modern Aortic Centre: Precision, Innovation, Excellence by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Edward Choke Tieng Chek, Consultant Vascular Surgeon |
| 5:40pm | Introduction of Aortic Centre |
| 6:00pm | Break |
| 6:10pm | Session 3: Panel Discussion: Expert Dialogue: Lessons from Real-World Aortic Emergencies Moderator: Panellists:
|
| 7:00pm | Closing Remarks and End |
Time is Life. In acute aortic disease, early recognition doesn’t just improve outcomes, it is the single factor that dictates survival.
Let’s work together to sharpen our first suspicions, streamline referral pathways, and connect primary care with advanced multidisciplinary interventions to save more lives.
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