Jean Fajadet
EDUCATION RESPONSIBILITIES AND MEETING ORGANISATION
- PCR Co-Chairman
- Member of the executive board of EAPCI (European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions)
- EuroPCR Course Director
- Member of the board of directors of Clinique Pasteur
ACTIVE AREAS OF RESEARCH
October 1983 - April 1984
Research work on the interest of the LASER energy in the arterial desobstruction at the Claude Bernard Experimental Surgery Center, PURPAN Hospital, Toulouse.
October 1984
Thesis of Doctor of Medicine: arterial desobstruction in vivo by laser beam: animal experimentation. Per-operatory coronary recanalization in humans.
From 1987 to today
- Medical Research and Evaluation of New Technologies in Interventional Cardiology: Rotablator, DCA, Laser angioplasty, Laser wire, BMS, DES, Transradial Approach.
- Participation in International Multicenter Randomized Trials:
> PAMI, BENESTENT
> TOTAL, EURODIRECT
> DELIVER II, BRILLANT II
> RAVEL, ARTS II, E-SIRIUS, TYPHOON, REALITY
> PROSPECT
> TAXUS VI, SYNTAX
> ENDEAVOR II
> CUSTOM II
> FREEDOM
- Co-Director of the Annual Complex Coronary Angioplasty Course from 1989 to 1997.
- Co-Director of the Endovascular Therapy Course in Paris from 1997 to 1999.
- Co-Director of the "Paris Course on Revascularization" from 2000 onwards .
- Supplement Editor of the EuroIntervention Journal.
- Dr. Jean Fajadet has a special interest in medical education for postgraduate training.
- He has a very high interest in clinical research and has actively participated in the development of the Bioresorbable scaffolds course on PCR edu online.
- Dr. Fajadet has actively participated in the development of the course "How to treat patients with undilatable / calcified coronary artery lesions" for PCR edu online.
Diplomas
| Year | Diploma |
|---|---|
| 1984 | Doctor of Medicine - University Hospital of Toulouse, France |
| 1984 | Heart Specialist Diploma (equivalence) - University Hospital of Toulouse, France |
Clinical career
| Year | Function + center |
|---|---|
| 1979 - 1984 | Resident Physician Faculty of Medicine - University of Toulouse-Purpan, France |
| 1984 - 1987 | Head Resident Cardiology Department - University Hospital of Toulouse-Purpan, France |
| 1987 - 2022 | Co-Director of the "Interventional Cardiology Unit" - Clinique Pasteur of Toulouse, France |
Declaration of interest
| Function | Company |
|---|---|
| None |
Latest contributions
Renal denervation today and tomorrow
11 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
Renal denervation is re-emerging as a valuable therapeutic option for selected patients with hypertension.
This session explores how current evidence, consensus statements, and guidelines inform patient selection for ultrasound renal denervation, while providing practical insight into how the procedure is performed in daily practice.
Beyond the technical aspects,...
Complex coronary complications
11 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
This session addresses complex coronary complications through a series of challenging cases including dextrocardia with acute STEMI, fragile coronary anatomy risks, left main complications, and stent-related issues. It provides critical insights into recognizing and managing unexpected procedural challenges to improve patient safety.
GulfPCR-GIM 2025 Closing Ceremony
11 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
The GulfPCR-GIM 2025 Closing Ceremony marks the conclusion of an insightful and comprehensive congress, highlighting the latest advances and discussions in interventional cardiology. This session encapsulates the key takeaways and emerging themes that will shape future clinical practice and research in cardiology.
GulfPCR-GIM 2025 Opening Ceremony
10 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
The GulfPCR-GIM 2025 Opening Ceremony marks the commencement of this prestigious cardiology congress, setting the tone for a comprehensive program dedicated to advancing interventional cardiology practice and research in the Gulf region and beyond.
Left main - LIVE Case
Recommended by PCR
10 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
This session delivers an in-depth exploration of left main coronary artery intervention, featuring a live educational case from the Mohammed Bin Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa Specialist Cardiac Centre in Awali, Bahrain. Attendees gain insights into the pivotal role of computed tomography and intravascular imaging in...
Seeing is believing: OCT-guided calcium modification in complex PCI
10 Dec 2025 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2025
Explore the management of heavily calcified LAD lesions in this PCRGulf-GIM 2025 session. Discover how OCT imaging guides lesion assessment, differentiates superficial from deep calcium, and informs the need for plaque modification. Learn when and how to use orbital atherectomy or intravascular lithotripsy, and follow the...
All about PCR’s Teaching Assessment Board (TAB)
03 Dec 2025
Learn how session feedback is compiled to create a virtuous cycle of continuous refinement for education in #interventionalcardiology
PCR: Collaborative, inclusive and global
15 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
At PCR, collaboration and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.
Together, we create an environment where expertise is shared, talents complement each other, and diversity becomes a strength. It is this collective spirit that drives interventional cardiology forward and inspires innovation every day.
During PCR London...
Left main PCI - LIVE Case
10 Oct 2025 – From AICT-AsiaPCR 2025
A 78-year-old male with a history of LAD PCI in 1997 presented with an NSTEMI three months earlier due to diffuse three-vessel calcified disease, including: distal LM stenosis, severe mid and distal disease of a dominant RCA, and LAD in-stent restenosis. LV function was normal. He...
PCR: a home for everyone in the field of interventional cardiology
12 Oct 2025
In July 2025, a unilateral decision of the ESC closed a chapter on nearly two decades of successful collaboration between ESC-EAPCI and PCR-Europa - a partnership first established in 2006 and most recently renewed in 2023.
PCR – Innovation in Education since 1989
23 Sep 2025
Travel back in time, all the way to 1977 and the birth of Interventional Caridology. Then read about how PCR first began and how it has changed, moved and developed over the last 30 years...
PCR's Got Talent Award, best abstract & best case Awards
23 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Celebrate the outstanding achievements recognized at PCR's Got Talent Award, highlighting the best abstracts and cases from the conference, showcasing innovation and excellence in interventional cardiology.
EuroPCR 2025 Closing Ceremony
23 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Conclude your conference experience with the EuroPCR 2025 Closing Ceremony, celebrating the achievements, innovations, and advancements presented throughout the event, and setting the stage for future developments in interventional cardiology.
Clinical and technical factors for decision-making in treatment of left main coronary artery disease
22 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Delve into decision-making factors in treating left main coronary artery disease, particularly in challenging scenarios. This session discusses the application of new SOLACI guidelines, critical strategy reflections, and real-world cases illustrating optimal left main PCI approaches.
Optimal management of high bleeding risk patient with multivessel disease
21 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
This session offers a comprehensive overview of the management of high bleeding risk (HBR) patients with multivessel disease. Through expert discussion and a live case demonstration featuring a complex elderly patient, it highlights how intracoronary imaging and physiology can guide procedural decisions and improve outcomes in this...
EuroPCR 2025: Cutting through the complexity
20 May 2025
Complexity is the fil rouge of this year’s course but what does it mean to the Course Directors? And how can EuroPCR help participants cut through the complexity?
Complex PCI in a TAVI patient - LIVE case
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
An 84-year-old patient with a history of ischemic stroke in 2017, hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, and a preserved LV function (63 %) presented with a severe symptomatic aortic stenosis. The coronary angiography revealed a severe and calcified stenosis of the distal left main.
Operators implanted an Edwards Sapien...
Welcome to EuroPCR 2025
20 May 2025 – From EuroPCR 2025
Welcome to EuroPCR 2025, the premier event for interventional cardiology innovation and education, where leaders and professionals gather to shape the future of cardiovascular care.
EuroPCR 2025 – The place to share solutions
07 May 2025
The annual World-Leading Course in interventional cardiovascular medicine is the official meeting of the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI). Thousands of participants will once again be gathering to share their knowledge, skills and experience on 20-23 May 2025, at the Palais des Congrès in...
PCR Tokyo Valves 2025 Welcome Ceremony
08 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025
Relive the 10th PCR Tokyo Valves Opening Ceremony, starting with a heartfelt tribute to Kentaro Hayashida and Shigeru Saito, the visionaries behind this enduring Course. Look back on a decade of growth, meet past directors, and hear inspiring testimonials from key contributors and participants. Finally, enjoy...
Late-Breaking Trial session
08 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025
Discover the latest insights from pivotal studies in this PCR Tokyo Valves 2025 LBT session. Explore early feasibility updates from the AltaValve trial, in-hospital outcomes comparing surgical vs. percutaneous intervention in aortic stenosis with coronary artery disease from the JROAD-DPC data, and procedural results from the...
Complications and challenging cases #2
19 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
Dive into this session to explore a collection of challenging cases and complications encountered in interventional cardiology. From a ruptured balloon inside a coronary artery to a percutaneous ventricular septal rupture closure post myocardial infarction, uncover the strategies and techniques used to manage these complex situations....
Renal denervation in 2024
19 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
Join us to explore advancements in renal denervation (RDN) technology and clinical applications. This session covers radiofrequency and ultrasound approaches, mechanisms, step-by-step procedures, patient selection, and program setup, offering insights into optimizing outcomes for hypertension patients.
Please note that this Case-in-a-Box does not reflect the recording standards...
How to deal with PCI complications
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
Interventional cardiology is not without its challenges. This session delves into the management of complex PCI complications, equipping you with the knowledge and techniques to prevent, recognize, and effectively handle life-threatening situations. From the dreaded 'no-flow' scenario to the most intricate perforations and massive thrombus burdens,...
Fostering patient care with calcium management solution
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
This sponsored session by Abbott explores the value of intracoronary imaging in managing calcified lesions. Learn how to adopt appropriate procedural strategies, utilize orbital atherectomy for plaque modification, and optimize stent results through the insights gained from a live case presentation and debriefing. Discover how these...
Left main bifurcation instent restenosis - LIVE case
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
A 76-year-old male with a history of LM PCI (2-stent strategy), RCA PCI, reduced LV function (25%), diabetes, and CKD presented with worsening angina. Angiography revealed in-stent restenosis at the ostium of the LAD and CX, along with RCA occlusion.
The procedure was performed with axillary Impella...
GulfPCR-GIM 2024 Opening Ceremony
18 Dec 2024 – From GulfPCR-GIM 2024
The GulfPCR-GIM 2024 opening ceremony, live from Dubai, marks the start of this year’s premier interventional course in the Middle East. Building on the success of last year, which gathered over 1,100 participants and featured 50+ sessions, the 2024 edition promises an even richer program. Highlights...
Imaging-guided left main PCI - LIVE case
Recommended by PCR
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
A 53-year-old male with a history of advanced malignancy (lung adenoma) and mid LAD PCI last year, along with multiple risk factors (hypertension, dyslipidemia, diabetes, and smoking), presented with angina and a positive stress test and CT. The angiography and CT showed significant left main stenosis...
EuroPCR 2024 Closing Ceremony
17 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session is the closing ceremony for EuroPCR 2024. It includes the presentation of the PCR's Got Talent competition, a discussion on the new developments in PCI such as angiography-based computational physiology, AI, and vulnerable plaque intervention, as well as highlights from the congress. The ceremony...
First-in-man and out-of-the-box innovations hotline
15 May 2024 – From EuroPCR 2024
This session showcases a variety of first-in-man and innovative technologies in the field of interventional cardiology. Presentations will cover topics such as NeuroOCT (nOCT) for intracranial imaging, the BackBeat system for atrio-ventricular interval modulation, renal stimulation with direct wire pacing, the TIVUS system for renal denervation,...
