2026 Cardiology Symposium

Through a series of interactive lectures, in-person and virtual learners will deepen their understanding regarding the large spectrum of disease states in multiple cardiovascular subspecialties.  The cardiology symposium will review basic principles and add new updates to treatment. 

In-person and online learning options will be available. Please select the preferred participation option upon registration.

**Billings Clinic Providers: this event is eligible for use of allocated CME funds. Contact [email protected] for more information or to sign up using funds.

Event Registration fees includes CME credit, program materials, refreshments, and lunch.

• Physician: $175.00

• APP (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner): $175.00

• Nursing professionals (RN, LPN, CNA, MA): $110.00

• Other allied health professionals (EMT, CT tech, Rad tech, PT, OT, PharmD, etc.): $110.00

• Students (nursing, medical, pharmacy, or residents): $0.00 (free)

Registration deadlines:

• In-person attendance - February 9, 2026 at 11:30 pm MST.

• Virtual attendance - February 12, 2026 at 12:00 (noon) MST.

**Billings Clinic Providers: this event is eligible for use of allocated CME funds. Contact [email protected] for more information.

ACCME

Billings Clinic is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Billings Clinic designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ASRT

ASRT Approved by the ASRT for Category A continuing education credit.

Credit equivalencies for non-physician learners:

Generally, CME activities that are designed for physician learners are accepted by other non-physician certifying boards and licensing bodies such as the AAPA, ANCC, Montana Board of Nursing, Montana Board of Pharmacy, and others.  This attached guide may be helpful.  For specific information, please contact your specific board or certifying body. 


Disclaimer:
It is the sole responsibility of individuals to stay abreast of credit requirements for their individual certification. This list is provided as a courtesy but does not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, usefulness, or timeliness of the information listed. Links to the third party sites are provided for your convenience. Accessing such sites is solely at your own risk. Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received in writing before January 13, 2026 are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations received in writing on or between January 13 and February 2, 2026 will be refunded less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received on or after February 3, 2026.  Please send cancellation requests to the Billings Clinic CME division at [email protected].

Billings Clinic reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary.  In the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
Billings Clinic is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator at [email protected].

A small lodging block has been secured with Home2 Suites for out-of-town learners.

Home2 Suites:   2611 7th Ave N, Billings, MT 59101    406-252-2255

Located within walking distance to Billings Clinic!  To get the room block rate, please make your reservation before January 13, 2026.

Click the link here or call the Home2 Suites front desk and reference BC Cardiology Symposium. 

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Billings Clinic Continuing Medical Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.  Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers, or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests).  All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Member Information

Role in activity

Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)

Loren Budge, MD
Cardiology Department Chair, Medical Director of Heart Rhythm Services
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Activity Director

Nothing to disclose

Luis G Alvarez, MD, FACC FHRS
Physician
Billings Clinic
Orlando, FL

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Shunsuke Aoi, MD
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

William F Dresen III, MD, FACC
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Morgan S Kellogg, MD
Interventional Cardiologist
Billings Clinic
MISSOULA, MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Claudia Lama von Buchwald, MD
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Juan Pablo Rodriguez-Escudero, MD
Billings Clinic
Billings , MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Aidan Walser, PharmD
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Faculty

Nothing to disclose

Tucker Bing, other

Planning committee member

Nothing to disclose

Brooke Risa, other
Technical Assistant
Billings Clinic
Billings, MT

Planning committee member

Nothing to disclose

Friday, February 13, 2026