The ESC sees patient engagement as a partnership between patients and healthcare professionals that actively supports our mission of reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease. Our aim is to listen and learn from patients how to:
- find better ways of implementing evidence
- support patient self-management
- improve patient outcomes
- reduce health inequities
Established in 2018, the ESC Patient Forum brings together 40 patients from 20 countries around Europe. Each patient has personal experience with cardiovascular conditions.
‘’We have much to learn from patients’’, says Prof. Barbara Casadei, ESC Past President. ‘’They are the experts on what it means to experience heart disease’’. Patients’ perspectives can enrich the ESC’s work in many ways, from conveying strong messages through the guidelines to offering accurate and essential information through a dedicated patients’ webpage. Read the full article in Cardiopulse
The ESC Patient Forum is currently led by Prof. Lis Neubeck.
Members of the Patient Forum share what they hope to achieve through the initiative
Gabor Vermes - Dealing with a new lifestyle
Inga Drossart - Soft skills for doctors
Kreena Dhiman - Better informed and connected
Luka Vugrac - The challenge of recovery
Our vision
The vision is to have professionals and patients working together to make a meaningful contribution to all objectives of the ESC, from congresses and educational resources to ESC guidelines and advocacy. We want to develop and enhance patient engagement so that it is embedded like a golden thread through all ESC activities.
More about the Patient Forum
Read what the Patient Forum does.
Read Patients' Experiences.
For any questions related to ESC Patient Engagement, please contact us.
Patient material and support
Heart Failure Patient Website
The heartfailurematters.org website highlights how, with simple changes in lifestyle, a better understanding of heart failure and appropriate treatment, many people live full and active lives. It is time for us to help them take charge of their health. Visit heartfailurematters.org
Atrial Fibrillation Patient Website
An educational website designed by health professionals and patients for people suffering from atrial fibrillation. It is also a valuable resource for families and caregivers. Visit afibmatters.org
Cardiac Device Patient website
Get access to the information you need to make informed decisions when discussing the implant of a cardiac device with your physician, caregivers and family. Visit myrhythymdevice.org
Preventive Cardiology Patient Website
Cardiovascular disease is a common condition, accounting for 4 million deaths per year in Europe. Find reliable information and practical advice to prevent cardiovascular disease, manage your health more effectively and live longer, more active lives. Visit healthy-heart.org
Our mission: To reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease.