2023 Department of Medicine Grand Rounds | Update on the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)

Duarte, CA US
December 6, 2023

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a relatively new clinical description of various forms of cardiac dysfunction that may result in congestion, in the presence of normal systolic function. The mere definition of this condition and diagnostic criteria varies among society guidelines. It is, therefore, imperative to understand the pathophysiology of varying etiologies of HFpEF, in an effort to reach a consensus on how to best diagnose and treat this syndrome. 

The lack of knowledge and uniformity on how to diagnose HFpEF and how to best manage this entity is great. Recommendations have changed as new research has emerged, outlining therapies that are proven to be effective. There is need to collectively learn how to better recognize this disease and how to treat it. This requires a complete understanding of the disease itself, including its varying symptoms, contributing risk factors and comorbidities, as well as an identification of the appropriate diagnostic tools, and therapeutic approaches, in an effort to relieve the associated morbidity and mortality.  

Target Audience

All clinical care providers.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify risk factors for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).
  • Discuss the diagnosis of HFpEF.
  • Review the value of echocardiography, stress testing, and biomarkers.
  • Outline evidence-based treatment options for patients diagnosed with HFpEF.
  • Discuss possible barriers and biases which may impact patient care (i.e., race, ethnicity, language, gender identity/orientation, age, socioeconomic status, attitudes, feelings, or other characteristics).
Activity summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
    City of Hope designates this 2023 Department of Medicine Grand Rounds | Update on the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ requirements. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
Activity opens: 
12/06/2023
Activity expires: 
12/07/2023
Event starts: 
12/06/2023 - 12:00pm PST
Event ends: 
12/06/2023 - 1:00pm PST
City of Hope
1500 E Duarte Rd
Duarte, CA 91010
United States

Virtual Meeting- Zoom

Michelle Kittleson, MD, PhD   Professor of Medicine, Department of Cardiology; Director of Education in Heart Failure and Transplantation, Smidt Heart Institute; Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Presenter: Dr. Kittleson has indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships.

Planner: Faizi Jamal, MD has indicated no relevant financial relationships.

This presentation and/or comments will provide a balanced, non-promotional, and evidence-based approach to all diagnostic, therapeutic and/or research related content. 

CME Committee/Reviewer no relevant financial relationships:  Daneng Li, MD

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT: City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION: City of Hope designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

The following credit type(s) are being offered for this course:

 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™  1.0

The following may apply AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for license renewal:

Registered Nurses: Nurses may report up to 1.0 credit hours toward the continuing education requirements for license renewal by their state Board of Registered Nurses (BRN). AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may be noted on the license renewal application in lieu of a BRN provider number.

Physician Assistants: The National Commission on Certification of Physicians Assistants states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ accredited courses are acceptable for CME requirements for recertification.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    City of Hope is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
    City of Hope designates this 2023 Department of Medicine Grand Rounds | Update on the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ requirements. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Attendance
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