ESC Acute Cardiovascular Care 2026
About the Congress
Where acute cardiovascular care meets innovation and collaboration
Organised by the Association for Acute CardioVascular Care (ACVC), ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026 is the meeting point for out community.
Discover cutting-edge research from leading experts and explore innovative strategies that can immediately improve patient outcomes.
This year’s theme, “The Heart Team in Acute Cardiovascular Care,” celebrates the power of collaboration—uniting physicians, nurses, allied professionals, and specialists who make life-saving decisions together.
Transform Knowledge Into Action
From science to practice, teamwork drives progress
Through dynamic, hands-on formats—simulations, workshops, and interactive gaming sessions—you’ll turn knowledge into action and return to your practice ready to apply new strategies with confidence.
For early-career professionals, the congress offers visibility, mentorship, and growth opportunities within a supportive community that values shared expertise.
Join us in Lisbon—a city of discovery—for an unforgettable experience that blends academic excellence with cultural richness. Leave with sharper skills, stronger connections, and renewed momentum to thrive in acute cardiovascular care.
Together we will:
- Unite disciplines to strengthen the Heart Team approach in acute care.
- Transform learning into action through immersive simulations and workshops.
- Empower the next generation with mentorship and career-building opportunities.
- Drive innovation by applying the latest science to everyday practice.
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ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026 and its Scientific Programme are led by:
Professor Alessandro Sionis
Congress Co-Chair & ACVC President-Elect 2024-2026
Doctor Hannah Schaubroeck
Congress Chairperson 2026
Professor Ingo Ahrens
ACVC President 2024-2026
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