UW Chest Pain Pathway - Time for a Change

Learn about evolving approaches to chest pain evaluation and management through this one-hour cardiology lecture presented by Dr. Connor Tice, a Cardiology Fellow at the University of Washington. Explore the current University of Washington chest pain pathway and discover why changes to traditional assessment protocols may be necessary in modern clinical practice. Gain insights into evidence-based modifications that could improve patient outcomes, reduce unnecessary testing, and enhance the efficiency of chest pain evaluation in emergency and clinical settings. Understand the rationale behind pathway updates, examine current best practices in chest pain management, and consider how institutional protocols can be optimized to better serve patients presenting with chest pain symptoms.