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Complex High-Risk Interventional Procedure (CHIP) Fellowship

Fellowship Title:

Complex High-Risk Interventional Procedure (CHIP) Fellowship

Division:

Cardiology, Department of Cardiac Health

Supervisor:

Dr. Chris Overgaard, MD, MSc., FRCPC

Location:

Southlake Health

Duration:

12 months

Description:

This fellowship provides advanced specialized training in Complex High-Risk Interventional Patients (CHIP). The primary goal is to master technical skills for high-risk PCI, including advanced calcium modification, left main (LM) interventions and bifurcation strategies, as well as performing Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) angioplasty. A major focus will be the integration of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and hemodynamic monitoring for patients in cardiogenic shock and for those undergoing protected PCI.

Contact Name:

Dr. Chris Overgaard - COvergaard@southlake.ca