ABC Events at AHA 2025 – Saturday, November 8 | New Orleans

The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is excited to host three signature events on Saturday, November 8, during the 2025 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions (AHA25) in New Orleans. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts, hear cutting-edge research, and participate in discussions focused on advancing cardiovascular care and health equity.
ABC will also be exhibiting throughout the full conference at Booth #4801 – stop by to connect with ABC leaders, members, and staff.

To help you navigate AHA25, ABC has created a highlight document featuring select members who will be speaking, presenting, moderating, or participating in other roles at the conference. Download the ABC Members at AHA25 Highlights here.

1. ABC–AHA Joint Symposium
Time: 3:15 – 4:30 PM CT
Location: Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Room S104B
Title: Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Innovation to Address Unmet Needs in Cardiovascular Care
Session Description:
Unmet needs in cardiovascular care demand innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes and promote health equity. This session explores advancements in digital health, personalized prevention, AI-powered diagnostics, and community-based interventions. Join us to learn how these innovations are transforming cardiovascular medicine and creating new opportunities to bridge gaps in care.
Co-chairs: Drs. Demilade Adedinsewo and Bryan Smith
Faculty/Presenters (alphabetical): Drs. Jennifer H. Mieres, Joyce Njoroge, and Quentin Youmans
Agenda:
  • Digital Connections: Expanding Cardiovascular Care Through Innovation — Quentin R. Youmans, MD, MSc
  • Pregnancy & Hypertension: Novel Assessment Tools and Therapeutic Thresholds — Joyce Nyaucha Njoroge, MD
  • Personalized Prevention: Redefining Cardiovascular Health with Lifestyle Interventions and Optimized Risk Assessment — Panel Discussion, Jennifer H. Mieres, MD
2. ABC Membership Update Meeting & Dinner
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM CT
Location: Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Chart Ballroom
Immediate Past President Dr. Anekwe Onwuanyi will share highlights from the Global Health Committee, while ABC President Dr. Anthony Fletcher will provide an update on the Cardiology Deserts Initiative and committee progress in Advocacy and Membership. This year’s program will also feature presentations from the inaugural International Dr. Jay Brown Best Abstract winners, Dr. Pedro Pallangyo and Dr. Mohammed Sani Abubakar. Registration required.
3. 2025 Dr. Walter M. Booker, Sr. Memorial Symposium
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 PM CT
Location: Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Chart Ballroom
Title: Two Systems, One Mission: Advancing Equity in Heart and Kidney Health
Dr. Elijah B. Saunders Memorial Lecture: Dr. Tiffany Powell-Wiley
Co-chairs: Drs. Onyedika Ilonze and Melissa Burroughs
Program Faculty: Drs. Albert Hicks and Amanda Vest
Registration Required.
Agenda:
  • 7:30 – 7:35 PM — Welcome and Opening Remarks
  • 7:35 – 8:05 PM — Keynote: CKM as One: Bridging Systems, Breaking Disparities — Tiffany Powell-Wiley, MD, MPH
  • 8:05 – 8:15 PM — Obesity and Heart Failure: A Heart Under Pressure — Amanda Vest, MBBS, MPH
  • 8:15 – 8:25 PM — Hidden Strain: Amyloidosis at the Heart–Kidney Crossroads — Albert J. Hicks, III, MD, MPH
  • 8:25 – 8:50 PM — Panel Discussion (All Speakers)
  • 8:50 – 9:00 PM — Closing Remarks
  • 9:00 – 10:00 PM — Dessert Reception
Continuing Medical Education:
This activity is designated for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Supported in part by BridgeBio
Connect with ABC at AHA25:
Don’t forget to visit Booth #4801 during the conference for information on membership, programs, and upcoming initiatives.