Afib (2025)

Only available as part of a package

Learning Objectives:

Identify and Implement Updated Risk Stratification – Describe the latest recommendations for stroke risk assessment and anticoagulation therapy, including changes to the CHA₂DS₂-VASc scoring system.
Optimize Rate and Rhythm Control Strategies – Compare and apply guideline-directed medical and procedural management options, including antiarrhythmic medications, catheter ablation, and emerging therapies.
Integrate Lifestyle and Comorbidity Management – Explain the role of weight management, blood pressure control, and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in improving atrial fibrillation outcomes.

Chad A. Link, DO, FACC, FACOI

Cardiologist

University of Michigan Health- Sparrow

Chad A. Link, D.O. FACC, FACOI received his medical degree from Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Michigan. He completed both his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing, Michigan. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Nuclear Cardiology and serves as the cardiology chairman for the University of Michigan Health System-Sparrow Eaton and Ionia Hospitals and is a clinical assistant professor for the cardiology course at Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine.

He specializes in cardiovascular medicine with the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow. Dr. Link’s background includes all aspects of clinical cardiology with specialized interest in the management of coronary artery disease, hyperlipidemia, echocardiography; nuclear cardiology and pulmonary hypertension. Professional memberships include: the American Society of Echocardiography, the American College of Cardiology, and the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology.