Accreditation Statement and Credit Designation

European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (UEMS/EACCME) 

The 92nd European Atherosclerosis Society Congress, Lyon, France 26/05/2024 – 29/05/2024, has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 18.5 European CME credits (ECMEC®s).

Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.” 

American Medical Association (AMA) 

Through an agreement between the European Union of Medical Specialists and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EACCME credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert EACCME credit to AMA credit can be found at https://www.ama-assn.org/education/ama-pra-credit-system/agreement-european-union-medical-specialties-uems  

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada  

Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognized by the UEMS-EACCME for ECMEC credits are deemed to be Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. For more information, visit: https://www.royalcollege.ca/ca/en/cpd/royal-college-accredited-cpd-providers/international-accreditation-agreements.html  

Credit Breakdown  

Each participant should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.  

Educational Objectives

After participating in this educational event, learners should be able to:

• Address individual needs in compliance with their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plan
• Discuss the novel approaches and future targets to lower circulating triglycerides
• Identify educational resources and networks for the exchange of knowledge and learning about atherosclerosis
• Summarize the latest scientific advances in the field of atherosclerosis and related cardiovascular conditions
• New insight into HDL and CVD
• Discuss the current research projects within EAS and enhance opportunities for future collaboration between groups of young researchers
• Exchange ideas and knowledge in the field of atherosclerosis and related cardiovascular conditions across continents, institutions, and individuals.

Target Audience 

The Congress targets specialists and researchers in the fields of cardiology, endocrinology, lipidology, vascular medicine, and other disciplines related to atherosclerosis and vascular diseases. The event is designed to cater to a range of seniorities within these specialties, from seasoned practitioners and senior researchers seeking to update their knowledge with the latest advancements, to early-career doctors and young investigators looking to deepen their understanding and engage with leading experts in their field.

To Receive Your CME/CPD Certificate   

Before August 29, 2024:

1. Access the online system via the following link
2. Please note that web browsers Mozilla Firefox 2.X or higher, or Google Chrome are recommended 

2. Complete the anonymous online evaluation 
3. Enter your username (conference registration email) and password (Registration ID) during the credit-claiming process 
4. Complete the credit claim form and submit 
5. The CME/CPD certificate will be available for download; retain it for your personal records 

Disclosure and Resolution of Personal Conflicts of Interest  

In accordance with CME/CPD accreditation criteria and standards for commercial support to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor, those in control of the educational content must disclose potential or actual conflicts of interest. Disclosure information is evaluated and conflicts of interest are resolved. Disclosure is made to participants prior to the activity. Participants will be asked on the evaluation to assess the objectivity and independence of the event.  

• Disclosure information will be available here at least one week prior to the event. 

Industry Support Disclosure  

This event is supported, in part, by funding from industry. All support is managed in strict accordance with CME/CPD accreditation criteria and standards for commercial support. Appropriate acknowledgement of all supporting organisations is made in the programme guide, on the event website, and with signage during the event.   

• View a list of all industry supporters here.
• View detailed programs for all Industry Sessions here.

Commitment to the Highest Standards in CME/CPD

• Championing best practice in CME/CPD
• Maintaining and improving standards
• Mentoring and educating
• Working in collaboration with critical stakeholders

Membership in the Good CME Practice Group illustrates Kenes commitment to high standards and knowledgeable partnership with its clients in the design and delivery of medical events.