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ACVC Chill and Connect

ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026, Lisbon, from 20 to 21 March

21 Mar 2026 - 21 Mar 2026
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An Evening to Meet, Mingle & Unwind

Relax, recharge and enjoy a great moment with the ACVC community.

The ACVC Board is thrilled to bring the community together for a special networking event during Acute CardioVascular Care 2026 in Lisbon!

After a day full of great science, take a moment to relax and connect with fellow ACVC colleagues.

Whether you want to make new friends, strengthen your network, or simply enjoy the vibe – this event is for you!

Join us at 'Catch Me' on 21 March from 20:00 for a lively atmosphere, delicious food and drinks, and plenty of good conversations.

Catch Me Restaurant

“Docas”, Jardim 9 de Abril, 1200-736 Lisboa

A 30‑minute walk from the congress venue.

ACVC speed mentoring

Young ACVC Members can enjoy extra opportunities to connect with our on‑site speed mentoring sessions!
 
From 19:30 to 20:30, you’ll have the chance to meet experts in the acute cardiovascular care field. These informal, cosy conversations are the perfect moment to ask your questions, discover the right steps for your career development, and get practical tips and personalised advice.

How it works

  • Ten pre-selected topics – one per station
  • Two mentors per table, with a maximum of 10 minutes per topic
  • Flexible discussions – topics may also be proposed by either the mentor or the mentee

Speed mentoring is open to Young ACVC Members on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-up for the 'Chill and Connect' event is required to access the speed mentoring sessions. Stay tuned, it will open shortly!

Don't miss the opportunity to meet the key opinion leaders in the field!

1. Acute cardiovascular disease in women : Susanna Price, UK /  Agnieszka Tycinska, Poland

2. Cardio shock & cardiac arrest: Christian Hassager, Denmark / Pablo Jorge, Spain

3. Atherothrombosis: Ingo Ahrens, Germany / Sigrun Halvorsen, Norway

4. Acute heart failure: Mattia Arrigo, Switzerland / Sofie Gevaert, Belgium

5. Acute coronary syndromes: Kurt Huber, Austria / Janine Poess, Germany

6. Intensive care: · Alessandro Sionis, Spain / Hannah Schaubroeck, Belgium

7. Acute pulmonary embolism: Erik Klok, The Netherlands

8. Career in USA : Christopher Barnett, USA / Carlos Alviar, USA

9. AI in acute cardiac care: Nicolas Mills, UK / Konstantin Krychtiuk, Austria

10. Research in acute cardiovascular care: Guido Tavazzi, Italy/USA / Alain Combes, France

Book your ticket now

 

Fees include a buffet and two drinks (cash bar also available). 

Conditions:
  • Only ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026 delegates can book ticket(s) for the event.
  • You can buy a maximum of one guest ticket (€35) while selecting and buying your own ticket.
  • If you already purchased your ticket and wish to buy a guest ticket afterwards, please purchase your guest ticket here.
  • Tickets are non-refundable.
  • Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Not an ACVC Member yet? Join today!

Industry partners do not support this event and are not eligible to attend.

 

Space is limited, so make sure you reserve your spot early

You would like to participate:
includes 23% VAT - Fees include buffet and two drinks (cash bar also available).
ACVC Young Silver Member 30€
Non ACVC Young Silver members/Standard fee 35€
Additional guest 35€

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Join ACVC and make the most of exclusive benefits at the congress!

You can enjoy:

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Savings on the annual ESC Acute CardioVascular Care congress
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Unlimited access to ESC Acute CardioVascular Care congress resources on ESC 365
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Access to ACVC Congress Travel Grants