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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Heart Failure 2026 - make the most of the late fee
Secure your place today and benefit from registration savings before 9 April. The Scientific Programme will span precision medicine, novel drug classes, AI-powered tools, and digital health innovations. Expect live debates, interactive, and practical sessions that turn new data into clinical expertise.
HFA Board and Nominating Committee Elections 2026-2028
The call for candidates for the upcoming HFA elections is now closed. The voting platform is now open. Discover the final slate and cast your vote by 20 April.
Valvular heart disease: a new chapter in heart failure management
Dr. Giulia Bruno and Prof. Piotr Ponikowski discuss the complex relationship between valvular heart disease and heart failure, highlighting evolving insights into secondary mitral and tricuspid regurgitation.
HFA Young networking reception at Heart Failure 2026
Join the HFA Young Networking Event at our annual congress to connect, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network. Meet peers, engage with experts, and build meaningful collaborations in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Seats are limited.
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.
HFA Career Café
Get career advice at Heart Failure 2026 in Barcelona in 20-minute one-on-one mentoring sessions. Submit your application.
Our community of heart failure specialists is on LinkedIn!
Follow the HFA community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
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HFA Events
Join the leading events in heart failure for cutting-edge science, expert insights, and the latest breakthroughs in care.
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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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Connect, act, advance
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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HFA – your community for growth, knowledge and impact
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
Discover our community and the membership benefits you can enjoy.
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.