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European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI)

We improve quality of life and longevity through education, research, and the development of clinical practice standards related to percutaneous cardiovascular interventions.

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What’s shaping the future of percutaneous interventions

Simultaneous publications released at #EAPCI26

Deep dive into the latest science presented at EAPCI Summit 2026, published simultaneously in the European Heart Journal - Valvular and Structural Heart Disease.

Discover the EAPCI Fellowship Grants Programme

Seize your chance to apply for a 12-month training grant at an EAPCI hosting centre.  Grants are exclusively available to EAPCI Members,. The deadline to apply is 31 March.

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.

Hands-on, high-impact learning!
The EAPCI Educational Pathway - Level 2

Register today for the EAPCI Structural Course Level 2 in Milan on 29–30 April. Dive into two days of hands‑on TAVI training and complex mitral scenarios, designed to strengthen your structural heart skills. 

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.

Webinars

EAPCI webinars and journal clubs keep you on top of the latest developments in cardiovascular percutaneous interventions, research and techniques.

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Who We Are

Your gateway to excellence in PCI

Our association leads with commitment.

From driving clinical research to shaping postgraduate training and championing guideline implementation, the EAPCI is dedicated to supporting you at every stage of your interventional cardiology journey.

EAPCI Community

EAPCI Membership

Joining the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI) offers numerous benefits for healthcare professionals specialising in PCI.

You can enjoy:

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Savings on EAPCI Congress
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EAPCI Education Training Grants
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Savings on EAPCI Certification exams and courses
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Savings on Level 2 EAPCI Educational Pathway – in person courses
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Savings on ACVC-EAPCI Cardiogenic Shock School
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Voting rights

Related EAPCI activities

Resources that move cardiology care forward

Interventional Cardiology Certification

Our certification programme seeks to set a standard for competency and excellence in the field of interventional cardiology across Europe and beyond.

EAPCI Journal club

Our online educational initiative focuses on analysis of the latest high-impact research.

EAPCI Online Coaching Programme

Discover our programme designed for our young community of interventional cardiologists.

EAPCI Education and Training Fellowship Programme

Apply for your chance to get education and training in a centre of excellence!

Get involved

Connect, act, advance

Membership

Join our diverse, global community, united by a shared mission - reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease.

Fellowships

Your expertise deserves recognition. The Fellow community represents the exceptional contributions and achievements made by cardiovascular health professionals.

ESC Mentoring

Your online mentoring platform for one-to-one access to global mentors and mentees!

What EAPCI members say

Real experiences. Lasting impact. 

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The EAPCI certification is a recognised proof of excellence that promotes mobility in European countries, ensures procedural quality and protects patients. The practical and theoretical standards required are solid training that can be achieved once you are truly dedicated to the exciting and promising field of interventional cardiology!

Professor Rui Teles
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The EAPCI grant provides a unique experience, to exchange and adopt knowledge, the ability to perform the most complex interventions with more self-confidence, and to learn a new procedure, transfemoral TAVI.

 

Assistant Professor Mila Kovacevic
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The gain of knowledge from the EAPCI certification helped me in my everyday job in the CathLab, giving me more confidence in clinical practice and more ideas for clinical research. This reflected in a better, data-oriented
patient care and collaboration with colleagues.

Doctor Alessandro Candreva

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EAPCI - your community for growth, knowledge and impact

About EAPCI

Our mission is to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease through percutaneous cardiovascular interventions.

Community

Discover our community and the benefits you can enjoy by becoming a member.

Education

We maintain a high standard of professional excellence among specialists in interventional cardiology. Discover upcoming events, courses and webinars for your continuing education.

Public Health

Find out more about how we understand and overcome barriers preventing patients from receiving diagnostics and treatment.

Publications

Publications, position papers, and articles published by EAPCI.

Events

Discover events organised by EAPCI.

News

Discover the latest news from EAPCI.