News and Events
American Heart Association Backs Auxira Health to Alleviate Cardiologist Burnout
The American Heart Association’s venture arm invested in Auxira Health, a startup that embeds virtual clinical teams into cardiology practices to reduce physician burnout and expand patient access. By handling routine tasks like follow-up visits and medication refills, Auxira gives cardiologists the opportunity to focus on complex care without adding full-time staff.
Learn More about our partnership with Amgen to Address Cardio Deserts in the US
ABC is launching a multi-phase initiative to improve cardiovascular outcomes by: Training primary care providers (PCPs) to better manage LDL-C, a key risk factor for heart disease. Raising awareness in communities most affected by cardiovascular disparities through education and screening. Learn More
ASSOCIATION OF BLACK CARDIOLOGISTS LAUNCHES A NATIONAL INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS “CARDIOLOGY DESERTS”
The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC), a national 501c3 nonprofit focused on advancing cardiovascular wellness for all, announces the launch of the Cardiology Deserts campaign to confront the challenge of living in regions throughout the United States with limited access to cardiovascular services. These regions face persistent barriers to obtaining timely and effective cardiovascular care. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) [...]
Dr. Sara Collins Joins Barry Sanders and Amgen to Highlight the Silent Danger of Bad Cholesterol in New Documentary
The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is proud to spotlight the participation of Dr. Sara Collins, interventional cardiologist and Co-Chair of the ABC Public Health and Policy Committee, in “Making of a Heart Attack”—a compelling new mini-documentary released by Amgen and premiered on A&E on June 14th. Through interviews with clinicians, patients, and advocates, the film explores how [...]
2025 ABC International Dr. Jay Brown Abstract Competition | June 28
The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC), supported, in part, by Amgen Pharmaceuticals, is thrilled to announce the 2026 International Dr. Jay Brown Best Abstract Competition. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in cardiovascular research and honors the legacy of Dr. Jay Brown, a stalwart in cardiology whose contributions have significantly advanced the field. The competition invites researchers and clinicians outside the [...]
In Memoriam: Dr. Baxter Montgomery, MD, FACC
It is with profound sadness that the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) shares the news of the passing of our esteemed colleague, visionary leader, and passionate healer, Dr. Baxter Montgomery. Dr. Montgomery was a board-certified cardiologist and a trailblazer in lifestyle medicine, nationally recognized for integrating whole food, plant-based nutrition into the prevention and reversal of chronic cardiovascular [...]
Upcoming Events
ABC/Cleveland Clinic: Cardiovascular Update 2025 for Primary Care and General Cardiology
October 16 - October 17ABC EVENTS @ AHA25 in New Orleans, LA – November 8
November 7 - November 10ABC/AHA Joint Session: Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Innovation to Address Unmet Needs in Cardiovascular Care
November 8 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm