Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 8:15 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Mary Duke Biddle Trent Semans Center for Health Education, 8 Searle Center Dr, Durham, NC 27710 (map)
The one-day course will be offered as a live, in-person event.
Joint Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented by the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education & Professional Development for the advancement of patient care. In support of improving patient care, the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education & Professional Development is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), to provide continuing education for the health care team.
Physician Credit: Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development designates this activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse Credit: Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development designates this activity for up to 5.0 credit hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity.
Allied Health: Duke Health Clinical Education and Professional Development is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), and is authorized to issue IACET CEU, and authorized by IACET to offer 0.5 CEUs for this program.
Course Overview
The Duke Case-Based Multimodality Imaging Symposium is dedicated to exploring the evolving role of cardiovascular imaging through case-based learning and practical application. This symposium is designed for cardiac sonographers, imaging cardiologists, and healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular imaging. Through expert-led case discussions, interactive panel sessions, and hands-on learning opportunities, the symposium aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and clinical judgment necessary to navigate complex imaging scenarios. Participants will enhance their ability to integrate multimodality imaging, apply updated guidelines, and improve technical and interpretive skills, ultimately supporting high-quality patient care in the rapidly evolving field of cardiovascular imaging.
Course Co-Directors
Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Associate Professor of Medicine
Director, CV Imaging, Duke University Health System
Duke-Margolis Institute for Health Policy
Duke Clinical Research Institute
Duke University
Alicia Armour, MA, ACS, RDCS, FASE
Practice Administrator, Duke Cardiology
Duke Triangle Heart Associates, Duke Cardiology Riverview, Duke Clinic 2F/2G
Ashlee Davis, BSMI, ACS, RCCS, RDCS, FASE
Chief Technologist, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Richard Palma, BS, RDCS, RCS, RCCS, ACS, FACVP, FSDMS, FASE
Director, Duke Cardiac Ultrasound Certificate Program
Duke University
Fawaz Alenezi, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Victor Ayeni, MD
Junior Assistant Resident, House Staff Fellow
Internal Medicine
Duke University
Michael Cosiano, MD
Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
House Staff
Duke University
Melissa Daubert, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Associate Professor in Radiology
Member, Duke Clinical Research Institute
Duke University
Andy Dhimitri, BS, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Hannah Eldara, BS, RCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Olga James, MD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Duke University
Sarah Johnson, BS, RDCS, RVT
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke University
Ravi Karra, MD, MHS
Associate Professor of Medicine
Associate Professor of Pathology
Affiliate, Duke Regeneration Center
Member, Duke Cancer Institute
Michel Khouri, MD
Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Batina Kight, ACS, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Han Kim, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Jonathan Kusner, MD
Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
House Staff
Duke University
Melissa LeFevre, BA, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Jayne Leypoldt, BS, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Daniel Loriaux, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Joseph Mammarappallil, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Radiology
Duke University
Andrew Monteagudo, ACS, RCCS, RCS, RDCS, FASE
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Alina Nicoara, MD
Professor of Anesthesiology
Duke University
Jon Owensby, ACS, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Andres Pineda Maldonado, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Paula Rambarat, MD
Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Research Pathway Fellowship
House Staff
Duke University
Danny Rivera, ACS, RCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Emily Schanze, BS, RDCS
Cardiac Sonographer III, Duke Cardiac Diagnostic Unit
Duke Health
Shawn Sethi, DO
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
Duke University
Aarti Thakkar, MD
Fellow, Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
House Staff
Duke University
Benjamin Trichon, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Deepa Upadhyaya, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Zachary Wegermann, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Duke University
Target Audience
This symposium is designed for cardiac sonographers, imaging cardiologists, and healthcare professionals involved in cardiovascular imaging.
Learning Objectives
- Apply multimodality imaging and advanced techniques in the evaluation of cardiomyopathies and interpret findings to guide clinical decision-making
- Interpret complex valvular cases and apply imaging findings to support appropriate clinical management
- Compare imaging modalities and apply multimodality strategies to complex clinical scenarios
- Define appropriate indications and limitations of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) and integrate it effectively into clinical practice
- Apply best practices in image acquisition and interpretation through hands-on learning experiences
Registration
Registration is complimentary, but is required. Please register at https://events.duke.edu/dukeimaging2026
Industry Exhibits at the Symposium
For more information on exhibiting at the symposium, please email Christy Darnell at christy.darnell@duke.edu.
Cancellation Policy
The symposium is free for attendees. In the event the program is cancelled or postponed, we will not be responsible for any travel costs or expenses, including cancellation/change penalties assessed by airlines, travel agencies, or hotels.
Claiming CE Credit After the Symposium
To complete all course requirements and claim continuing education credits, please do the following:
- Sign in at the registration desk.
- Receive email from Duke CME office next week with link to the course evaluation.
- Complete the course evaluation.
- Attest to your hours of completion.
- Download your certificate.