Welcome to DAS-CAM

Diploma of Advanced Studies in Cardiac Arrhythmia Management

About DAS-CAM

“One of the key needs identified by the European Society of Cardiology is the training of future leaders in arrhythmia management and research with a wide view of the societal and economical perspectives.”

“Graduates of DAS-CAM will understand how value based healthcare includes scientific evidence, health economics, organisational excellence, and value to patients.”

“DAS-CAM goes far beyond a traditional arrhythmia course and we would like to attract the best candidates in Europe whose goal is to become a leader in arrhythmia research and clinics”

“DAS-CAM is an eye-opener because it gives you a much wider view on electrophysiology and arrhythmia. A lot of aspects that you don’t get in your formal journey as an electrophysiologist are covered in this unique programme.”

“Coming here, you realise you’re good. However, there’s still a lot of things you can learn. You are up to the best-of-the-best, including your teachers who are leaders in the field… and they are making you a lot better.”

“The DAS CAM programme exceeded by far my expectations. You meet with colleagues from all over Europe and learn from world-known experts. You can discuss very interesting cases and it truly enhances your clinical practice.”

One of the key needs identified by the European Society of Cardiology is the training of future leaders in arrhythmia management and research. For this purpose, a new educational programme entitled “Diploma of Advanced Studies in Cardiac Arrhythmia Management” (DAS-CAM) has been established. This initiative is a joint collaboration between Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), European Heart Academy (EHA) and the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), a long-standing provider of postgraduate education in arrhythmias.

DAS-CAM is supported by Abbott, Boston Scientific and Medtronic in the form of educational grants. The scientific programme has not been influenced in any way by its sponsors.

Programme objectives

This unique course will train future leaders in arrhythmology to deliver state-of the-art cardiovascular services in the next decade and beyond. The programme brings together renowned experts, who will cover not only clinical cardiac electrophysiology and device technology, but also basic arrhythmogenesis and clinical epidemiology. Furthermore, topics like how to manage an arrhythmia unit and how to organise research and foster innovation will be included. Additionally, the societal impact and health economics of arrhythmias will be addressed. Thus, participants will acquire competences concerning content as well as context of cardiac arrhythmias.

Leadership

Trains future leaders in arrhythmia management and research

Empowering

Empowers careers of leading and emerging EP physicians and scientists

Next steps

Develops skills for management and advisory roles in national and international organizations

Programme structure

The course consists of an online introduction module and eight modules over two years, including a preparatory phase, an intensive in-person training, and an evaluation phase. The format of the course comprises small-group teaching, lectures, hands-on training, team projects and interaction with European leaders in their field.

In case of travel restriction adapted formats will be offered. Hybrid and online teaching solutions have been successfully implemented, allowing participants to follow the programme worldwide

  • Module 0 - Introduction to the DAS-CAM programme

    Date: 4-5 July, 2021
    Online (via ZOOM)

    Faculty: DAS-CAM Faculty

  • Module 1 - Towards an optimal use of the ECG in cardiac arrhythmia management

    Date: 9 – 13 October 2021
    Location: Maastricht (NL)

    Faculty: Prof. Harry Crijns, Prof. Sami Viskin

  • Module 2 - Fundamentals of cardiac arrhythmogenesis

    Date: 29 January – 2 February 2022
    Location: Module 2 will take place in Maastricht (NL)

    Faculty: Prof. Pier Lambiase, Prof. Ulrich Schotten

  • Module 3 - How to organize an arrhythmia unit? and Graduation DAS-CAM 2 / Alumni event (DAS-CAM 2 and 3)

    Date: 6 – 11 May 2022
    Location: Module 3 will take place in Brussels (B)

    Prof. Christophe Leclercq, Prof. Gerhard Hindricks

  • Module 4 - Atrial fibrillation

    Date: 25 – 29 June 2022
    Location: Module 4 will take place in Maastricht (NL)

    Faculty: Prof. John Camm, Prof. Carina Blomstrom-Lundqvist

  • Module 5 - Ventricular tachycardia

    Date: 8 – 12 October 2022
    Location: Module 5 will take place in Maastricht

    Faculty: Prof. Paolo Della Bella, Prof. Isabel Deisenhofer

  • Module 6 - Cardiac pacing, defibrillation and electrical management of heart failure

    Date: 28 January – 1 February 2023
    Location: Module 6 will take place in Maastricht

    Faculty: Prof. Angelo Auricchio, Prof. Frits Prinzen

  • Module 7 - Sudden arrhythmic death

    Date: 1 – 5 April 2023
    Location: Module 7 will take place in Maastricht

    Faculty: Prof. Arthur Wilde, Prof. Paul Volders

  • Module 8 - Guideline implementation and future trends in arrhythmia management

    Date: 17 – 21 June 2023
    Location: Module 8 will take place in Brussels

    Faculty: Prof. Paulus Kirchhof

Application & Admission

The DAS-CAM programme focuses on clinical cardiac electrophysiologists with the ambition to improve their knowledge and skills in order to become leading professionals in clinical cardiac electrophysiology. To be eligible, you should meet the following requirements:

Admission requirements

The DAS-CAM programme focuses on clinical cardiac electrophysiologists with the ambition to become leading professionals in clinical cardiac electrophysiology

Tuition fee

Tuition fee is € 2,500 per annum for a total of € 5,000 per programme. Travel, accommodation and other expenses accrued during the course will be covered by the participants.

Registration procedure

To complete the application process you need to submit a set of application files to allow a detailed assessment of your eligibility by the DAS-CAM Admission Committee

Questions about the DAS-CAM programme?

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