Who We Are
A world leader in advancing cardiovascular medicine
A not-for-profit, volunteer-led society
Committed to reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease
The European Society of Cardiology is a world leader in advancing and sharing best practices in cardiovascular medicine
We are a not-for-profit, volunteer-led scientific society, driven by our community and united by a shared commitment to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease. Our members and decision-makers are scientists, clinicians, nurses and allied professionals working across all fields of cardiology.
The ESC family
Diversity is our strength
We unite the entire cardiology community, bringing together cardiovascular healthcare professionals and National Cardiac Societies from across Europe and beyond, and representing every cardiology subspeciality, profession and generation.
What we do
Setting standards for cardiovascular excellence
We provide global platforms for sharing peer-reviewed science and setting standards for cardiovascular excellence from education, certification and research to clinical practice guidelines. We also gather real-world data to inform practice tools and guide public health initiatives.
Our Strategy
We lead with purpose and vision
Our strategic plan defines six key pillars of activity, with a clear focus on the future trends shaping cardiovascular medicine.
Rewarding Excellence
Setting standards and supporting achievement
We provide frameworks for excellence in cardiology, support individuals and institutions on that journey and reward individuals and institutions that demonstrate the gold standard through titles, awards and accreditations programmes.
Our history
A heritage that bridges language and culture
Established in 1950 by 14 National Cardiac Societies, the European Society of Cardiology has a long heritage that bridges different languages and cultures to advance cardiovascular science and medicine. Discover the milestones and visionaries in our long history that make us who we are today.
Working at the ESC
An international team delivering impact
Our highly skilled team of some 200 professionals from around the world works in close partnership with our volunteer community of renowned cardiovascular experts. Together we drive our mission and deliver impact on a global scale.
Our Offices
Where we make things happen!
Learn more about our administrative centres and where to find us at the European Heart House in France and our public health hub in Belgium.
