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ERIS launches hands‑on courses in interventional electrophysiology
We're proud to be part of the consortium behind the new EU-funded ERIS (the European Research Institute on Simulation), created to coordinate simulation training in cardiology. Applications are now open for the upcoming AF Ablation Single Shot PFA, Leadless Pacing 1, and LBBAP Essentials courses.
ACNAP Talk - Introduction to quantitative research
Join us for the third talk 'Introduction to quantitative research' on 26 March in our six-part series dedicated to exploring essential aspects of research methodology. ACNAP Members have exclusive access to previous ACNAP Talks on demand.
ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2026
Join your community in Lisbon to collaborate and sharpen your skills. Register by 19 February to benefit from the late fee and remember to book your ticket for the Chill and Connect, where you can meet new people and strengthen your network.
ESC Preventive Cardiology 2026 – Register early, save more
Join us at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2026 from 23-25 April in Ljubljana to explore key sessions, landmark Late-Breaking trials, and connect with peers driving progress in prevention. The early fee deadline is 23 February. EAPC Members benefit from reduced registration rates.
Your next career step starts at the EAPC Career Café
Are you under 40 or in training and attending ESC Preventive Cardiology 2026 in Ljubljana? Apply to the EAPC Career Café for one‑to‑one, in‑person meetings with international experts and receive tailored career advice. Application deadline: 15 March.
ACVC Talk
From hemodynamics to the 2025 guidelines, this three-part series explores the future of post-cardiac arrest care. This collaboration with ESICM NEXT and Young ERC highlights best clinical practice and the key research gaps shaping the future of resuscitation science.
HFA Board and Nominating Committee Elections 2026-2028
The call for candidates for the upcoming HFA elections is now closed. Candidates will be announced and the voting platform will open on 30 March. Check your membership status to confirm your voting eligibility.
Exercise-induced cardiac troponin release: do we need to worry?
Listen to the lastest ACVC Biomarker Talk. with Prof. Bertil Lindahl, Assoc. Profs. Thijs Eijsvogels and Johannes Mair, and Mrs. Alma Mingels.
The evolving landscape in the treatment of amyloidosis
Dr. Felix Lindberg and Prof. Marianna Fontana discuss advances in cardiac amyloidosis, focusing on evolving therapies for ATTR, patient selection, emerging treatments, and the importance of early diagnosis.
Heart Failure Awareness Days 2026
This year's #HeartFailureAwarenessDays will take place from 27 April to 3 May. Share your activities on the theme 'Awareness Today, Protection Tomorrow' with your National Heart Failure Society or Working Group. Innovative campaigns stand a chance to win five free Heart Failure 2027 congress registrations and €500 towards travel and accommodation.
HFA Certification in Heart Failure
The HFA Certification programme sets the benchmark for excellence in heart failure care across Europe and beyond — defining the knowledge, skills and clinical competencies every heart failure professional should master. The next online exam takes place on 27 March. Register by 12 March.
HFA Fundamentals+
Discover the first episode of our new on-demand video series, aimed at bridging the gap between basic heart failure training and advanced courses.
Pulse Day 2026
Join forces against arrhythmias on 1 March! The global arrhythmia awareness day is coming up. Download the promotional resources and help spread the word to inspire people to take steps to protect their heart.
Evaluation of quality echocardiographic examination
We are conducting a survey to evaluate the quality of echocardiographic examinations throughout Europe. It will provide a framework for echocardiographic quality assessment and help define specific criteria for quality measures.
EHRA Run
Start your EHRA 2026 congress day on the move! Join the EHRA Run to kick off your congress day with a friendly 5 km run, organised by the French Cardiology Working Group in collaboration with the Fédération Française d’Athlétisme.
EHRA 2026 & PFA Summit
Unite with a global community of arrhythmia care specialists, in Paris or online, for three illuminating days of innovation and discovery. Register by 12 March to benefit from late fees and enhance your congress experience by arriving a day early for the Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) Summit 2026 on 11 April!
Catch up on what you missed
Resources and presentations from EACVI 2025 are now available on ESC 365 for EACVI Members. If you're not a member yet, join today and start browsing.
Develop your skills with upcoming EHRA courses
Advance your skills with level 2 on‑site training in expert arrhythmia management, including the EPC and CIED courses. Ready for the next step? Level 3 leadership and innovation training (DAS‑CAM) awaits EHRA‑certified professionals.
EHJ Dialogues
Join Prof. Thomas Lüscher for an EHJ Dialogue exploring how AI is reshaping cardiovascular risk prediction, including insights into the GRACE 3.0 model. With Profs. Folkert Asselbergs and Susanna Price, the discussion highlights clinical opportunities and challenges of AI driven risk stratification. On 26 February at 17:00 CET.
Survey on the 2024 ESC Guidelines on the management of elevated BP and hypertension
The ESC Council for Cardiology Practice and the Council on Hypertension invite you to complete a short 10‑minute survey on how healthcare professionals use the 2024 ESC Guidelines for managing elevated blood pressure and hypertension. Help identify real‑world facilitators and barriers to guideline implementation.
Lp(a) and Aortic Valve Stenosis
What role does Lipoprotein(a) play in cardiovascular disease, and how might it drive aortic stenosis? Could screening identify high-risk patients, and can emerging therapies change the game? Borge Nordestgaard shares the latest evidence and future perspectives on the latest ESC TV Today episode.
CardioPractice – Volume 38
The February CardioPractice edition explores asymptomatic aortic valve stenosis (AVS), highlighting Prof. Yohann Bohbot’s practical guide to diagnosis and multimodal assessment. Plus: new podcasts and videos with Dr. Stefano Nistri featuring expert insights on AVS and heart failure.
Climate Change and Heart Disease
How does climate change threaten heart health, and who is most at risk? Can health systems adapt, and what can cardiologists do today to limit harm? Expert Hugh Montgomery shares the latest evidence and practical steps on the latest episode of ESC TV today.
The year in cardiovascular medicine 2025
Catch up on the top 10 cardio-oncology papers in the European Heart Journal that reflect the momentum of the field and the value of multidisciplinary care.
Our preventive cardiology community is on LinkedIn!
Follow the EAPC community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
Our global cardio-oncology community is on LinkedIn!
Follow the cardio-oncology community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
European Heart Journal - call for editor-in-chief
We are looking for an internationally recognised expert to lead as the next editor-in-chief of the European Heart Journal, our flagship academic journal and one of the world’s leading publications in cardiovascular medicine.
ESC Congress 2026 - Where transformation becomes collective
By submitting your work to ESC Congress 2026, you could impact the future of cardiovascular care. Share your findings with the world’s largest cardiology community, participate in meaningful discussions, expand your network, and gain international visibility. Submit by 1 March (abstracts) and 11 March (clinical cases).
Our dynamic global community of PCI experts is on LinkedIn!
Join the EAPCI community on our new LinkedIn page to connect, exchange ideas, and stay up to date with the latest news and exciting initiatives.
Updates from the ESC Council on Hypertension
Profs. Isabella Sudano, Gianfranco Parati and Eva Gerdts from the Council's Board give us an update on the latest news in hypertension.
Scientists of Tomorrow (SoT): 2026 Nucleus Members
With the start of the new year, two new members have been elected for their early-career achievements, contributions to basic or translational cardiovascular science, and contribution to gender and geographical representation across Europe. We extend a warm welcome to Asst. Prof. Verena Schwach and Dr. Roman Vuerich.
Apply to contribute to the ESC Guidelines
The ESC is developing new Clinical Practice Guidelines for 2028 on Myocardial Revascularisation, Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention. The call for authors is now open – a chance to contribute to guidance that will influence practice globally. Apply by 16 February.
From diagnosis to advocacy: Richard Mindham on why patients matter
At the EACH Summit in Brussels last December, leaders and patients explored how technology, data and mental health shape cardiovascular care. Richard shares how lived experience drives better policy and person-centred care. Read his story and why patient voices count.
ESC elections – first slate revealed
It's an election year for the ESC and we are pleased to announce the first slate for elected positions. The final slate will be announced on 23 February 2026. Read about our elections and governance on the new ESC website.
Mythbusters: Is gratitude good for the Heart?
Gratitude is often linked to better health and wellbeing, but does it really improve cardiovascular health? ESC TV Today investigates.
Digital solutions in arrhythmias
Can wearables reliably detect atrial fibrillation, and when should clinicians escalate to treatment? Are AI-powered ECGs ready to predict sudden cardiac death? Fleur Tjong shares the latest evidence, guideline perspectives, and practical insights on digital cardiology in arrhythmia care.
What’s new in TAVI?
For whom should TAVI be the treatment of choice? What are the key risks? How durable are transcatheter valves? Davide Capodanno shares the latest evidence and practical guidance.
Another piece of the puzzle: long term follow-up of conduction system pacing
Listen to the latest ESC Cardio Talk podcast with Pranav Mankad and Kenneth Ellenbogen, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond (USA).
ACVC Biomarker Talk
Watch the first episode of season 3, 'Cardiac biomarkers in prehospital and primary care settings'. With Profs. L. Cullen and R. Body, and Dr. T. Johannessen (Oslo, Norway).
EHJ-ACVC Highlights
As we enter 2026, we reflect on 2025, a year of major advances in diagnosing and managing acute coronary syndromes (ACS), highlighted in the European Heart Journal: Acute Cardiovascular Care. Building on our 2024 “Best of” series, we approach ACS with empathy, curiosity and courage.
ACVC Cardio Talk
Women's heart and equity. With Assoc. Prof. J. Grapsa (Boston, US) and Dr. M. Stratinaki (Heraklion, GR).
Systematic comorbidity management in atrial fibrillation
Explore the new EHRA-PATHS eLearning course, which offers practical, evidence-based strategies to enhance your clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.
EAPC Certification in Preventive Cardiology
Set the standard in preventive cardiology with our certification programme for physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals. Assess key knowledge and skills for effective practice. The next online exam is on 19 May.
The DORIAN GRAY project
Bridging cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline: The Dorian Gray Project launches its first newsletter! Explore cutting-edge research on cardiovascular and cognitive health – AI, digital twins, and personalised prevention driving healthier ageing and brain-heart resilience across Europe.
Unlock more in 2026 with HFA Membership
Unlock HFA membership benefits: instant access to expert-led content, certification programmes, webinars, courses, journals, grants, toolkits, and exclusive congress savings – all in one place. Join a global community, connect with experts worldwide, and stay ahead. Renew or join today!
ACNAP president Leonie Klompstra looking back
18 months into her presidency, ACNAP President Leonie Klompstra reflects on the highlights and challenges of her term, her leadership approach, the growing visibility of allied professionals within ACNAP and the ESC, and the future direction of ACNAP.
Membership benefits
Unlock more in 2026 with EHRA Membership! Get instant access to EHRA content, webinars, the EP Europace journal, training courses, and exclusive congress savings – all in one membership. Join a global community of clinicians, researchers, nurses, and allied professionals, and stay ahead while connecting with the leaders shaping heart rhythm care.
EHRA Speed Mentoring
Have you ever wanted career advice from a leading heart-rhythm expert? At EHRA 2026, key opinion leaders will be offering individual and group speed mentoring sessions. Apply by 16 February.
Get ready to vote
The next EHRA Executive Board and Nominating Committee Elections 2026-2028 will open on 2 February.
DAS-CAM – Leadership & Innovation in Arrhythmia Care
Are you ready to step into the future of arrhythmia care? The DAS-CAM programme develops leadership, management and innovation skills for cardiac arrhythmia specialists, leading to a Certificate of Advanced Studies from Maastricht University. It includes one online module and four in-person modules, from September 2026 to September 2027.