News and Events
Association of Black Cardiologists Provides Free Heart Health Screenings at Cleveland’s Pop Up in the Park
Cleveland (Aug 31, 2025) – The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is partnering with the Cleveland Clinic to offer free heart health screenings by Care Access at the 4th annual Pop Up in the Park community gathering, taking place Sunday, August 31, 2025. This vibrant, family-friendly festival supports the Make Them Know Your Name Foundation (MTKYN) and aims [...]
Explore the Latest Advances in Cardiovascular Care at Cardiovascular Update 2025
Don't miss Cardiovascular Update 2025 — a premier educational event designed for internists, cardiologists and all providers caring for patients at risk for, or living with, cardiovascular disease. As cardiovascular disease, remains the world's leading cause of death, this course will deliver cutting-edge, interactive education on prevention, risk assessment and management strategies. Participants will explore the latest science, [...]
Honoring the Groundbreaking Legacy of Dr. Walter M. Booker, Sr., PhD
The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) proudly honors one of its visionary Founding Members, Dr. Walter M. Booker, Sr., PhD (1907–1988), whose pioneering work in cardiovascular pharmacology continues to shape how we understand and treat heart disease today. Dr. Booker was a biologist, physiologist and pharmacologist who served for twenty years as the chairman of the Department of [...]
For the FITs | Navigating the Integration of AI in Cardiovascular Imaging
As cardiovascular medicine advances into the digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming cardiac imaging at an unprecedented pace. This rapidly evolving integration presents both remarkable opportunities and significant challenges that will shape the career trajectories of emerging cardiologists. For cardiology fellows in training (FITs), understanding and adapting to these changes represent a unique professional opportunity. Recent advances [...]
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
Upcoming Events
Masters of Medicine 2026 Conference in Jamaica
January 16, 2026 - January 18, 20266th Annual National Sarasota Congress on Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
February 6, 2026 - February 7, 2026