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Testimonials from Cardiac CTA Course Attendee's

 

Superb Course! The hands on approach followed by case analysis works well.

Barry Rosenberg, MD

 

Dr. Smuclovisky's course in Cardiac CTA far surpasses other courses I have attended. From his vast experience in performing cardiac CTA, he has accumulated one of the world's largest teaching files. In my thirty years as a cardiologist, I    have never encountered an individual who so superbly analyzes all available information before arriving at his final conclusion. This approach aptly applies to his work in coronary CTA, and he is relentless in conveying this  method to his students. After my initial Level I Cardiac CTA Physician Training Course with him, I elected a one-week fellowship at his facility in Boca Raton. My expectations were   exceeded immeasurably. I now feel confident and very comfortable in performing cardiac CTA.

William J. Bugni, MD

Brandon, FL

 

For those seeking level II/III level certification, this is a superb course. There is no manufacture or software bias and only what is important is discussed....the mechanics of the CTA acquisition, pathophysiology and interpretation. The facility    is a clinical site with numerous studies performed each day. The library of cases is outstanding, case review is comprehensive for both contrast and non contrast images. The coursed director is knowledgeable, personable and extremely experienced.  We were very pleased to receive lectures and viewpoints of a cardiothoracic surgeon who also reads cardiac CTA at this facility. To my great pleasure and surprise, cardiologists and radiologist participated in this course not only in harmony, but also respected the expertise of each. For those wanting the absolute best training in cardiac CTA, this course is essential not only for level II   and III certification, but also to be assured that you are well prepared and can   trust the reading that you are going to do independently at your institiution.

Roxann Rokey, MD., Clinical Professor of Medicine

University of Wisconsin-Madison

 

The single BEST course I've ever attended on ANY subject!! Dr. Smuclovisky is a gifted and generous teacher who shares his insight along with his formidable      knowledge and experience in an atmosphere that is most conducive to learning.        I was sorry to see the course come to an end.

W. Chuck Brogan, III, MD. PhD

Lubbock, TX

 

This is probably the best hands-on course I have ever taken. Claudio Smuclovisky bravo !! Wonderful teacher and fun to be with as well. ( Level 1 2005)

You did it again! I thought the first Course was the best hands-on course I've ever attended, but now it moves to #2. This Level 2 course was fantastic! (2007)

Roy Gottlieb, DO
Oak Park, CA

 

Extremely well organized and practical education. Valuable preparation for clinical practice.

Barry T. Katzen, MD

Miami Vascular Institute, Miami, FL

 

I felt the course was extremely practical and very worthwhile.  I would
highly recommend it to anyone interested in the subject.  It seriously
sparked an interest in me to push the limits of the technology. 
 

Gerald Zemer, MD

MVI, Miami, FL

 

Dr. Smuclovisky is the best teacher on cardiac CT in the US and probably the  planet! The format of case review is outstanding( Level 1)

Dr. Smuclovisky's Powercourse exceeded my expectations. He is definitely one of  the best teachers of CT around. He has gained international respect from all that have attended his courses. ( Powercourse)

George Barbier, MD

Chief of Cardiology, VA Tampa, FL

 

Excellent course-especially Karen and the famous Dr. Smuclovisky. Claudio is fantastic.

Vijay S. Nair, MD
Baltimore, MD

 

No one should try to learn to read coronary CT angiograms without coming to this course. (Level 2 Powercourse).

Ken Kutscher, MD

Flemington, NJ

 

I've been to two previous cardiac CTA courses, the last at UCLA. This course is by far the best, mainly because of the comprehensiveness and excellent one to one interaction with the instructors. It was actually very enjoyable and I highly recommended it.

Robert Coronado, MD

Redding, CA

 

Let me again thank you for the tutoring, and experience, you offered. You are an absolute master at this stuff  [not to mention a terrific host!].
Your courses, and work, are all absolutely first rate!

Eric Cohen, MD

Birmingham, AL
 

Claudio has a depth of experience that cannot be matched elsewhere and clearly loves what he does. He has a practical approach and is a terrific teacher.

Pam E. Holman, MD

Fredericksburg, VA

 

Dr."S" was very open and approachable. This was the best course I've ever attended! (Level 1)

David Borowski, MD

Erie, PA

 

I've bought DVD's and gone to meetings, but have never seen so many great cases as Dr. Smuclovisky has in his teaching file. This course is a must! (Level 1)

Anthony Conti, MD

Plattsburgh, NY

 

The best course I have ever attended. I feel that after the course, I have been given the information and practice to start performing CTA.

Edward Moreyra, MD

Eau Claire, WI

 

Excellent, great and practical. Best imaging course I have ever attended.

Tom P. Stys, MD

Sioux Falls, SD

 

Your course last weekend was fantastic! It was the best meeting I have ever been to and         I feel made great progress and learned a lot.

Roger(Chip) Lind, MD

Clarksville, TN

 

One of the best courses in "Anything" I've ever taken ! (Powercourse)

Seth Barbanell

St. Louis, MO

 

Very practical, extremely useful, well taught and worthwhile experience. The time devoted  was well justified and highly recommended. Just do it! ( Level 2 Powercourse)

C. David Joffe, MD

Medical Director, Dayton Heart Hospital

Dayton, OH

 

Very...very Good! The cases are invaluable. Nowhere else can you get the    guidance and the extensive teaching file.

Craig Smith, MD

Monroe, MI

 

Dr. Smuclovisky was superb! I would highly recommend this course to other interventional cardiologists and/or non-invasive cardiologists.

David George, MD

Montgomery AL

 

Excellent! One of the best courses I have ever attended!

Steven Ashloc, MD

Wichita Falls, TX

 

I attended your level 1 course with no prior knowledge or experience of cardiac CT. After 2 1/2 days, I have to say that I feel comfortable in being able to analyze and report a cardiac case. This is entirely because of Dr. Smuclovisky's experience, teaching style, caring and patience. Finally, I can say with confidence that I have chosen the right place and person to guide me through the first steps of this new and exciting branch of medicine.

Maged El Rayes, MD

Cairo, Egypt

 

Approaches the subject with emphasis on the critical thinking skills necessary to understand the relationship between the physical science and the underlying pathology, and then to apply the technology to successfully and accurately interpret the study and provide appropriate patient care rather than allowing the technology to drive the educational process.

George Sarris, MD

Portsmouth, VA

 

One of the best courses I've attended. I would recommend the course (Level 1    and Level 2 Powercourse) to anybody looking for comprehensive cardiac CTA training.

Ralph Duman, MD

 

Outstanding course! Dr. Smuclovisky teaches in a very understandable, common-sense manner. Highly recommended.

Joseph Hakas, MD

Pinehurst, NC

 

Excellent personal attention. Highly recommend to other physicians.                    Dr. Smuclovisky's analytical approach is excellent.

Thomas MacLennan, MD

Porterville, CA

 

This was the best course I have ever attended and will be back for the level 2 course!

Morgan G. Dunne, MD

San Antonio, TX

 

Excellent! I can't wait to take his second course.

Judith Orie, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

 

Excellent mixture of didactic to hands-on. Excellent review of cases.

Berta Montalvo, MD

Associate  Professor of Radiology, Univ. of Miami

 

Excellent time for education. I would be very interested in further courses and

email interaction.

John McBrayer, MD
Birmingham, AL

 

Excellent course. I would recommend it for anyone interested in learning

cardiac CTA.

Jose Jacobs, MD

Greenville, NC

 

Simply outstanding! Very practical workstation skills taught. Excellent cases and very thorough discussion of cases.

John Rozich, MD

Eau Claire, WI

 

Dr. Smuclovisky has extensive experience in general CT and cardiac CT.  He has a methodical approach to reading the studies and has broad experience with computers and workstations.    For the best experience, I would recommend taking his course and then follow the course with a mini-fellowship.  During the mini-fellowship, you will gain the ability to carefully evaluate scans for both cardiac and noncardiac findings.  You will also get very comfortable with the workstations.  Dr. Smuclovsiky emphasizes an evaluation of the scan based on source data  which I found very helpful. My experience was excellent due to high patient volume and the personality and teaching skills of Dr. Smuclovisky.
 
Wallace E. Radtke, M.D.
Physician Executive Partner
MeritCare Heart Services, Fargo, ND

 

An intellectual and practical "Tour de Force". I particularly enjoyed the extensive workstation experience.

Alan Zelcer, MD

Boca Raton, FL

 

Very well done. Approachable common sense style.

Scott Sharp, MD

The Indiana Heart Hospital, Indianapolis

 

Great course and confirms the good marks! I look forward to my fellowship with

you.

C Dale Elliott, MD

Birmingham, Al

 

Superb learning experience-I'm really grateful for the opportunity! (Powercourse)

David Yardley, MD

Harlington, TX

 

This was a tremendous learning experience! (Powercourse)

Henry L. Clinton, MD

Hudson, NY

 

One of the best educational experiences I have had!

Austin Kutscher, MD

Flemington, NJ

 

Excellent comprehensive format.

Robert Dougherty, MD

Riverhead, NY

 

Fantastic course with excellent exposure to multiple cases and hands-on

practice. Thanks for a terrific time!

Carl M. Fier, MD

Manchester, NH

 

I had a good time and given great information.

Ayman Karkoutly, MD

Lubbock, TX

 

Excellent hands-on course. Great learning experience.

Patrick Hickle, MD

Manchester, NH

 

Great collection of cases. Authoritative teaching made interesting.

Peter Lemis, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

 

Excellent course. Superb mixture of cases. I recommend it to anyone interested

in learning cardiac CTA.

Jeffrey Folk, MD

Wilkes-Barre, PA

 

This course was an excellent introduction to CT coronary angiography and

with lots of hands-on training. I will recommend it highly.

Maj. Kenneth E. Stone, MD

Brooke Army Medical Center

 

Extremely effective teaching methods for learning CTA anatomy and diagnosis.

Steve Mester, MD

Tampa, FL

 

I was greatly impressed with Dr. Smuclovisky's grasp of cardiology, considering radiology is his primary specialty. Very practical approach. Great course for practicing physicians.

Dinker Trivedi, MD

Chicago, IL

 

Excellent hands-on course. I learned a lot! Amazingly, I could grasp a lot of concepts in a short time.

Saurabh Chokshi, MD

Tampa, FL

 

Excellent mix of cases, great variety of non-cardiac pathology.                   Awesome teaching!

Meeney Dhir, MD

San Antonio, TX

 

I came to the course as a starter/beginner and have left feeling very good and  comfortable. This is an excellent program!

Jacob Agamasu, MD

Lake Mary, FL

 

I found your course very useful, especially the extensive hands-on workstation training. Beyond that, you and your staff provide a very enjoyable weekend. Thank you.

Rolando Rodruiguez, MD

Tampa, FL

 

Good overview. Many clinical tips & useful hits. Dr. Smuclovisky changed the way I will deal with many of the CTA issues.    (Level 1 Course).

Kenneth Sesel, MD

Sydney, Australia

 

Claudio is an outstanding teacher. His analogies are priceless.

Charles Lucore, MD

Springfield, IL

 

High Yield. Very informative. Well worth the trip.

Tony Farah, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

 

Great Course. Highly practical and common-sense approach. Would definitely recommend.

Thomas Kim, MD

Orlando, FL

 

Excellent overall introduction to CT angiography. Loved it!

Karl Crossen, MD

Tupelo, MS

 

Great experience and would recommend without reservation.

R. David Cundey, MD

Aiken, SC

 

Excellent Course! More than exceeded my objectives. I would highly recommend       it to my colleagues.

Michael Evans, MD

Harlington, TX

 

I wished the course was one day longer!

Paul Bice, MD

Wichita Falls, TX

 

Excellent course! Unbelievable case mix and pathologies. (Powercourse)

Upadya, Shrikanth MD

Lady Lake, FL

 

I enjoyed the course very much. I learned a lot in a short period of time.

Jwala Prasad, MD

Lansing, MI

 

Excellent Course! Very worthwhile.

Barry Weckesser, MD

Venice, FL

 

Thank you! This was one of the very best courses I have attended.

Ginny Charnock, MD

Nashville, TN

 

Great Course! Much more than a typical Level 1 course and with great clinical correlation.

Frank Rembert, MD

Bozeman, MT

 

A logical and organized approach to a complex modality. I look forward to returning.

Eugene Parent, MD

Bradenton, FL

 

Excellent presentation and management of emerging new technology. Thank you!

George Abernathy, MD

Venice, FL

 

Well organized and well taught. I would highly recommend this course.

Gregory Eaves, MD

Aiken, SC

 

Exceptional Course!

Jim Busch, MD

Chattanooga, TN

 

For a cardiologist, this course is very...very informative and think every cardiologist interested in cardiac CT should attend this meeting.

P. Prasad Chalasani, MD

Port St. Lucie, FL

 

Even if you are not currently using CTA in your practice, this is an excellent course for every cardiologist to attend.

Stephen K. Souther, MD

Albany, GA

 

Excellent Course! I highly recommend it. Excellent teacher. (Level 2)

Robert McQueen, MD

Greensboro, NC

 

Great hands-on workstation and review of many exciting cases!

Chris Nicholson, MD

Richmond, VA

 

Great course! and great foundation for all aspects of cardiac CT. I would love to come back for more training.

Caren Jahre, MD

New York, NY

 

This was one of the best educational meetings I have attended!                            I look forward to returning for more. (Level 2 Powercourse)

Ann Torian Bradsher, MD

Greensboro, NC

 

I would highly recommend this course to anyone starting out  in cardiac CTA.          I learned a lot!. Thank you.

Peter Kouveliotes, MD

New Jersey

 

The course is so stimulating, that one feels he should continue to the  next course level !

Howard Reinfeld, MD

N. Miami, FL

 

Dr. Smuclovisky should be congratulated in being a leader in the field.               Great teacher, with very practical method of learning a complex subject.

Alvand Hassankhani, MD

NY, NY

 

Fantastic course! Dr. Smuclovisky is dynamic, clinically relevant and thorough. I recommend it for anyone looking to enhance their CT knowledge.

Daniel Eckert, MD

Cincinnati, OH

 

The number of people was great! I shared a computer with 1 person. The personal guidance was also great. The "techs" freely invited you and answered questions.     The pace was relaxed but informative. (Powercourse)

Wayne D. Gross, DO

Massillon, OH

 

Excellent Course! (Level 2 Powercourse)

Fransisco Tortoledo, MD

Caracas, Venezuela

 

Excellent Course! and would strongly recommend.  Dr. Smuclovisky has excellent knowledge and teaching skills (Level 2 Powercourse).

Musa Kahn, MD

Lufkin, TX

 

There is much one can learn in a short period of time and in this course you learn   as much as you reasonably can expect to learn. (Level 2 Powercourse)

Iraj Roshan, MD,FACC,FASE

Tyler, TX

 

Very informative and very well organized course. (Level 2 Powercourse)

Valentine C. Chikwendu, MD

Minot, ND

 

I was very impressed with the quality of the course. I'm sure it will not only help   me in the reading of CTA's, but will significantly improve my clinical cardiac skills   and patient care. (Level 2 Powercourse)

Reza Khoshnevis, MD

Lufkin, TX

 

Excellent Course! (Level 2 Powercourse)

Juan Munoz, MD

Caracas, Venezuela

 

Great course and superb teaching file with cath correlation! (Level 1)

Amazing teaching file and great hands-on experience! (Level 2)

Jose F. Alvarez, MD

Miami, FL

 

I will recommend it as one of the best courses! (Level 1)

Mubashir Qazi, MD

Lexington, KY

 

Excellent clinically oriented program. ( Level 1)

Michael James Doling, MD

Rochester. NY

 

Excellent clinically focused introduction to cardiac CTA. (Level 1)

Craig Narins, MD

Rochester, NY

 

Very practical approach and excellent cases! (Level 1)

Joseph Kettering, MD

Greensburg, PA

 

Excellent Course! (Level 1)

Excellent Course! Put us to good work. Very good cath correlation and would like to come back and will recommend to my colleagues. (Level 2 Powercourse)

Padma Uppalapati, MD

Irving, TX

 

Wonderful Course! Dr. "S" was inspiring in the Level 1 course and I was most    excited to come back for the Level 2 Powercourse.

Morgan G. Dunne, MD

San Antonio, TX

 

Excellent Course! and with excellent knowledge in reference to cardiology issues.

Chris Caputo, DO

Gainesville, FL

 

Superb course with excellent cases and experience of the instructor.

Khursheed Iman, MD

Raonoke, VA

 

Great course, real life cases and fun to attend! (Level 1)

Avi Eres, MD

Lexington, Kentucky

 

Excellent course! Very useful and very enjoyable. (Level 1)

Allister Hargreaves , MD

Stirling, UK

 

The workstation  reading was excellent. This is the strength of the course. Real quality! (Level 1)

Neal Uren, MD

Edinburgh, UK

 

Excellent experience and would recommend to any physician. Learning thru fun and laughter and with no pain! (Level 1)

Christopher Lai, MD

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

 

The course was excellent. I can't wait to start using this in my practice. (Level 1)

Kenneth Zelnick, MD

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

 

This was an excellent course. I learned a lot. But the best part was it was fun!!! (Level 1)

John L. Andrew, MD

Amarillo, TX

 

I highly recommend the level 2 Power Course. Dr. Smuclovisky's teaching style is excellent.

Jeffrey R. Sonn. DO

Ft. Myers, FL

 

Excellent experience, and with a breath of cases I doubt anyone else has. Provided a  balance of interpretative skills and workstation skills which are applicable to daily practice. (Powercourse)

Maj. Sean Javaheri, MD

Brooke Army Medical Center, Texas

 

I went to the SCAI course where the speakers gave erroneous information on non-cardiac anatomy. Your course was excellent, informative and ACCURATE!

(Level 1 course)

ANONYMOUS MD

HAWAII

Many thanks for an enjoyable and very practical learning experience. (Level 1 Course)

Thompson M. Dietz, MD

New Orleans, LA

 

Enjoyable, practical and enlightening. Dr. Smuclovisky is very knowledgeable and experienced. (Level 1 Course).

Kryss Kojima, MD

Honolulu, HI

 

Excellent Course! Terrific blend of didactic material and clinical cases. I highly recommend it. ( Level 1 Course)

Walter Wojcicki, MD

West Palm Beach, FL

 

Excellent introduction to cardiac CTA! (Level 1 Course)

Robert Fleming, MD

Richmond, IN

 

Outstanding introduction! Looking forward to Level 2! (Level 1 Course)

Charles F. Tate III

Palm Beach, FL

 

Dr. Smuclovisky's wealth of experience is what makes this course unique and worthwhile. One of the most efficient and well designed learning activities I have attended. (Level 1 Course).

Jose M. Martinez, MD

Miami, FL

 

Great Course-Highly recommended! (Level 1 Course)

Salman Bashir, MD

Warnick, RI

 

Excellent teacher. Wealth of knowledge. Good understanding of coronary anatomy with ability to transfer his knowledge. Highly recommend. (Level 2 course)

Thanh M. Nguyen, MD

New Orleans, LA

 

Excellent overall experience. Dr. Smuclovisky is very knowledgeable and an    excellent teacher. Provides "real world" training. (Level 2 course)

Steven T. Lee, MD

Fort Myers, FL

 

The most complete and excellent course I have attended. (Level 2 course)

Ricardo E. Santiago, MD

Mayaguez, PR

 

I really learned a lot. The course was very stimulation. One of the best educational experiences  I have had in my cardiology experience. I highly recommend this course. (Level 2 course)

Terry Anderson, MD

Castro Valley, CA

 

The course is great, enjoyed the experience & feel ready to take on the CT world. (Level 2 course)

Kenneth Zelnick, MD

Fort Lauderdale, FL

 

Great job teaching. Obviously a well oiled machine.    (Level 2 course)

Brian Taschner, MD

Fort Myers, FL

 

Excellent, well rounded over all course. Dr. Smuclovisky is an excellent teacher. I would strongly recommend this course to others. (Level 2 course)

Krishna M. Rao, MD

Rochester, NY

 

Very good course!   (Level 2 course)

Franco H. Ramon, MD

Caracas, Venezuela

 

The best aspect of "CTA" is the variety of cases as well as open discussion. Great course! (Level 2 course)

Salman Bashir, MD

New Bedford, MA

 

Great course, clinically divided. Blends understanding very nice.  (Level 2 course)

Hameen Changezi, MD FACC

Grand Blanc, MI

 

Excellent course to complement & add to my knowledge of coronary anatomy & disease treatment and management. (Level 1 Course).

Oscar R Guerra, MD

Miami, FL

 

Great teaching and learning experience. (Level 1 Course).

Hedrick Rivero, MD

Boynton Beach, FL

 

Outstanding. One of the best learning experiences I have had! (Level 2 Course).

George Q. Seese III, MD

Dalton, OH

 

Excellent case mix. I have a new respect for this technology. (Level 2 Course).

Robert M. Grohowoski, MD

Fort Myers, FL

 

Excellent overview, definitely enhanced my understanding of the complexity of cardiac CTA. (Level 1 Course).

Ki Hassler, DO

Venice, FL

 

This course is the real thing - Incredibly educational.  Leaving with an appreciation of the procedure, its uses & capabilities. Can't wait for Level II! technology.     (Level 2 Course).

Spencer J. Madell, MD

Nashville, TN

 

Excellent course with great teaching. I very much enjoyed the case discussions and the lively interaction.(Level 2 Course)

Allister Hargreaves, MD

 

Great course. Significant variety of cases. Very powerful discussions among different specialties.(Level 2 Course) 

Francisco Arraiza, MD 

 

An excellent comprehensive course. A positive and valuable experience.               (Level 2 Course)

Neal Uren, MD

 

Fantastically intense educational experience. (Level 2 Course)

James Spratt, MD

 

Dr. Smuclovisky was simply superb! Highly recommended for anyone who wants to learn and train! (Level 2 Course)

Ram Vasudevan, MD FACC

 

Exciting, Informative and Practical (Level 1 Course)

Barry Rosenberg, MD

 

One of the best and most fulfilling CME's I have experienced in 25 years of   practice.

David M. Slife DO

 

As an interventional cardiologist, the cath correlations are extremely valuable -    the more the better. I thoroughly enjoyed and greatly benefited from this course.    (Level 2 Course)

Tim Wessel, MD

 

Comprehensive and Entertaining.  A great introduction to a rapidly developing field.  (Level 1 Course)

Dan O' Gorman, MD

 

Excellent hands on introduction to cardiac CTA.    (Level 1 Course)

James Kenney, MD

 

Excellent hands on training. Highly recommended to others.   (Level 1 Course)

Benedict Y Kim, DO

 

I took the ACC level 1 course online, and there was no comparison to this course. This is a must!.   (Level 1 Course)

Perry Krichmar, MD

 

Great course!   (Level 1 Course)

John Blackwell, MD

 

Excellent, Productive Class   (Level 1 Course)

Loren Laybourn, MD

 

Very good introduction to cardiac CT; highly recommended.   (Level 1 Course)

David Lun, MD

 

Eye opener! A must to start CTA program.   (Level 1 Course)

Andre Langlois, MD

 

Excellent course. Tremendous insight into field based on thousands of cases experiences.   (Level 1 Course)

John Chain, MD

 

I have learned basics of cardiac CT. This course forms the foundation for future learning in this field.   (Level 1 Course)

Vinayak A. Manohar, MD

 

Great learning experience. I found it a good structured program.   (Level 1 Course)

Ashok Kumar Sharma, MD FACC

 

Course exceeded all expectations!   (Level 2 Course)

Eileen Concannon, MD

 

This was an outstanding introduction to coronary CTA. I recommend it highly.   (Level 1 Course)

An outstanding course that exceeded my expectations. (Level 2 Course)

Brad Cushnyr, MD

 

Overall excellent case based approach to coronary CTA.   (Level 1 Course)

Richard Sanchez, MD

 

 


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