Heart Failure Association of the ESC (HFA)
Through our mission, we improve quality of life and longevity through better prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart failure, including the establishment of networks for its management, education and research.
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What’s shaping the future of heart failure
ESC Congress 2026 - the countdown is on!
From 28 to 31 August, the global cardiovascular community will come together for four days of groundbreaking science, expert insights and collaboration. Discover our selected sessions on heart failure selected for you by the HFA and the HFA Young Committee.
HFA Winter Research Meeting on Translational Heart Failure
Following the success of last year's meeting in Berlin, the HFA Winter Research Meeting 2027 returns from 18–20 January 2027 in Berlin with a programme featuring the latest advances in translational science and clinical heart failure research. Submit your abstract by 5 October.
Heart failure nursing: optimising multidisciplinary care
Expand your heart failure nursing expertise with this new HFA Fundamentals+ on-demand video series, covering key aspects of patient-centred care, including congestion assessment, medication optimisation, end-of-life planning, the future of HF clinics, and the management of worsening heart failure.
HFA Research and Training Grants
Benefit from a grant of up to €10,000 to gain hands-on experience and new skills in an ESC member country outside your own. Choose from HFA pre-accredited ICARe-HF Quality of Care Centres, or propose a centre that aligns with your project.
e-Learning HFA Certification Exam Preparatory Course
New for this year, the HFA Certification Exam Preparatory Course provides an expert-led review of heart failure practice, including diagnosis, treatment, complex case management, multidisciplinary care and exam preparation. Test your knowledge with mock questions after each chapter. HFA Members save 50%.
HFA Certification online exam on 30 October
Demonstrate your expertise in heart failure care through the HFA Certification programme. Developed by experts in the field, the programme assesses the knowledge and competencies required for specialist practice through a single examination. Benefit from special registration rates as an HFA Member.
Podcast: Progress in Heart Transplantation: DCD and Beyond
This episode explores the latest developments in heart transplantation, from candidate assessment and donor expansion to advances in post-transplant care. It covers donation after circulatory death, machine perfusion, personalised immunosuppression, and emerging tools for non-invasive graft surveillance.
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ICARE-HF
Recognising excellence in heart failure care
An international accreditation programme for heart failure centres.
Is your centre committed to best practices and excellence in heart failure care? Apply for accreditation
through ICARe-HF the new gold standard from the HFA.
Who We Are
Leading global action on heart failure
The Heart Failure Association of the ESC leads with purpose.
We drive excellence in care, education, and advocacy, and unite a global community to take on heart failure as one of the world's most urgent health challenges.
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Joining the Heart Failure Association (HFA) offers numerous benefits for healthcare professionals specialising in heart failure.
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Resources that move heart failure care forward
HFA Cardio Talk
The HFA Cardio Talks are a series of podcasts, driven by the HFA Young Committee, covering interesting topics for the heart failure community.
European Journal of Heart Failure
The EJHF is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in the field of heart failure management.
HFA Young Community
HFA Members under 40 years of age are automatically part of the HFA Young community.
Heart Failure Matters Patient Website
With simple changes in lifestyle and appropriate treatment, many people with heart failure live full and active lives. Heartfailurematters.org helps patients and their families get a better understanding of how to live with heart failure.
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Join our community
Be part of a supportive community – ready to help you grow, connect, and make a difference in cardiovascular care.
- Learning opportunities
- Networking opportunities
- Eligibility to apply for grants
Become a Fellow of HFA
Your expertise deserves recognition. The Fellow community represents the exceptional
contributions and achievements made by cardiovascular health professionals.
- Be recognised as an expert internationally
- Participate in creating programmes
Mentoring
Your online mentoring platform for one-to-one access to global mentors and mentees!
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About the HFA
Our mission is to improve the quality of life and longevity through better prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart failure, including the establishment of networks for its management, education and research.
Community
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HFA Education
Courses, webinars, eLearning and certification for all stages of your career.
Events
HFA congresses and meetings keep you on top of the latest developments in heart failure.
News
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Public Health
Promoting quality of care for patients with heart failure.
Publications
The HFA provides the latest research in the field of heart failure via its journals and other scientific publications.