Welcome and Highlights from the Board
Robert Lancey, MD, Sentara Norfolk
Describe and assess recent achievements, initiatives, and the strategic direction of the Virginia Cardiac Services Quality Initiative (VCSQI) to understand its role in advancing cardiovascular care.
Identify and evaluate key priorities and challenges in cardiac quality improvement and propose strategies for addressing barriers within healthcare systems.


Cost and Quality Data Review
Eddie Fonner, VCSQI Executive Director
Analyze and interpret current trends in cost, quality, and outcome data to enhance understanding of system-level performance in cardiovascular care.
Identify and apply opportunities for improving patient care by integrating data-driven decision-making into clinical practice and systems-based initiatives.

BEST PRACTICE PRESENTATIONS

From 43% to 23%:
Implementing a Pharmaco-Surgical Protocol for Post-CABG Atrial Fibrillation Prevention
Dimitrios Pousios MD FETCS, Clinical Professor Cardiac Surgery, UVA Health,
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Explain the clinical significance of postoperative atrial fibrillation after CABG and evaluate evidence-based strategies for prevention.
Assess the impact of a post-CABG atrial fibrillation prevention protocol using patient outcomes and quality improvement principles.

Enhancing Patient Education in Heart Surgery: A Patient Navigation and Education Class Model
Cindi Cole, BSN, RN and Cheryl Elkins, BSN, RN Centra Lynchburg
Explore an innovative patient education approach designed to guide individuals through the cardiac surgery journey with greater understanding, preparation, and confidence
Learn how structured education can improve patient expectations, engagement, and readiness for recovery