ESCAPE: Emory Symposium on Coronary Atherosclerosis Prevention & Education
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-28 | Omni Amelia Island Resort, 39 Beach Lagoon Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034, United States
The Emory Symposium on Coronary Atherosclerosis Prevention & Education (ESCAPE) brings together nationally recognized experts to explore the latest advances in cardiovascular disease prevention, risk assessment, and clinical care.
Hosted by Emory University School of Medicine, the three-day program will examine emerging evidence and practical strategies related to hypertension management, lipid control, heart failure, women’s cardiovascular health, cardiac amyloidosis, electrophysiology, and interventional cardiology. Sessions will also address evolving topics such as the expanding role of GLP-1 receptor agonists, the PREVENT risk score, and team-based care models designed to improve cardiovascular outcomes.
Participants will gain practical insights into applying current ACC/AHA clinical guidelines and emerging research findings in real-world clinical settings. The program includes expert lectures, case-based discussions, and panel Q&A sessions designed to translate new knowledge into improved patient care.

ABC Faculty Spotlight
The Association of Black Cardiologists is proud to highlight ABC members participating in this year’s program:

Dr. Ijeoma Isiadinso – Course Director and Co-Chair of the ABC Preventive Cardiology Committee
Dr. Modele Ogunniyi – Faculty and Co-Chair of the ABC Membership Committee

Who Should Attend
Cardiologists, internists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and clinicians in emergency medicine, family medicine, endocrinology, and OB/GYN.
Participants may earn up to 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 15 Maintenance of Certification (MOC) points.The conference will be held at the Omni Amelia Island Resort and includes networking opportunities, educational sessions, and a family social event
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Heart of a Champion — WNBA All-Star Weekend Community Event
2026-07-25 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | University of Chicago — Gerald Ratner Athletic Center, 5530 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, United States
Heart of a Champion — WNBA All-Star Weekend Community Event
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (doors open 9:30 AM) Location: University of Chicago — Gerald Ratner Athletic Center, 5530 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Cost: Free

Registration: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/heart-of-a-champ

The Association of Black Cardiologists is proud to support Project LOVE Chicago and Sneakers 2 Scrubs for Heart of a Champion, a free community celebration during WNBA All-Star Weekend. Girls in 5th–12th grade are invited to an elite skill development clinic, a live WNBA panel, and All-Star Weekend-inspired competitions, with shoe giveaways throughout the day.

The event is also open to the broader community for free cardiovascular screenings for women ages 30 and over, provided by ABC and our medical partners, available from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No basketball participation is required to take part in the health screenings.

Schedule:

9:30 AM — Doors Open

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM — Clinic (5th–8th Grade Girls Basketball)

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM — WNBA Panel

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM — Clinic (9th–12th Grade Girls Basketball)

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM — Free Cardiovascular Screenings (women 30+)

Presented by: Project LOVE Chicago, Sneakers 2 Scrubs

Supporting Organizations: University of Chicago Urban Health Initiative, Story League, Association of Black Cardiologists, American College of Cardiology – Illinois Chapter, Operation Basketball, Northwestern Women’s Basketball, ShoeHeals, Chi-Cares, Sleep Equity Project

Super Cardiology Monday — NMA 2026 Annual Convention
2026-07-27 07:00 - 15:00 | Puerto Rico Convention Center, 100 Convention Boulevard,, San Juan, 00907, Puerto Rico
Event Title: Super Cardiology Monday — NMA 2026 Annual Convention
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM – 3:15 PM ET
Location: IM Meeting Room, Room 209, Convention Center

Presented by: NMA Internal Medicine Section, in partnership with the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC)

Description: Super Cardiology Monday brings together three major cardiology sessions during the NMA’s 2026 Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly, spanning early disease recognition, health equity, and practical, guideline-based care for primary care physicians. All sessions take place in Room 209 of the Convention Center.

Schedule:
7:00 – 8:45 AM ET Amyloidosis Across Specialties: Early Recognition, Coordinated Care, Better Outcomes Hematology and Cardiology Subspecialty Joint Program Course Director: Hakeem Ayinde, MD, MS, FACC, FHRS Program Moderators: Onyedika Ilonze, MD, MPH, FACC, FHFSA; Stephen Cockburn, MD A multi-specialty look at diagnosing and managing AL and ATTR amyloidosis, including diagnostic pathways for primary care and current/emerging therapies.

Featured faculty:

Ashira Blazer, MD — The Many Faces of Amyloidosis: A Multi-Specialty Overview

Akila Bislao, BS, MD Candidate 2029 — Dual AL and ATTR Amyloidosis in a Patient with Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathy

Alankrita Taneja, MD — AL Amyloidosis: A Hematologic Emergency; Diagnostic Pathway in Amyloidosis

Rasheed A. Balogun, MD, FACP, FASN, HP(ASCP) — The Renal-Cardiac Connection in Amyloidosis

Kevin Alexander, MD — Current and Emerging Therapies in ATTR Amyloidosis Supported by Alnylam Pharmaceuticals and Bridge Bio

9:00 – 11:00AM ET Hidden Burdens, Shared Pathways: Addressing Cardiovascular Disparities Across Disease States

The Dr. Richard Allen Williams Cardiology Subspecialty Section Symposium A joint session between the NMA IM Cardiology Subspecialty Section and ABC.

Keynote: Dr. Richard Allen Williams Lecture, “Unmasking the Silent Burden: Advancing Equity in the Diagnosis and Management of Cardiac Amyloidosis,” presented by Kevin Alexander, MD (Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine)

Featured faculty:

Travis Batts, MD — Beyond the Echo: Equity Gaps in Detection, Genetics, and Management of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Jeffrey Alexis, MD — Optimizing HFrEF Care: From Guideline-Directed Therapy to Equitable Implementation

Selma Mohammed, MD, PhD — The Other Heart Failure: Recognizing and Managing HFpEF in High-Risk Populations Supported by Bridge Bio, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVA)

1:45 – 3:15 PM ET From Guidelines to Practice: Empowering Primary Care to Reduce Cardiovascular Disparities

The Elijah B. Saunders Memorial Cardiology II Subspecialty Section Symposium A joint session between the NMA IM Cardiology Subspecialty Section and ABC. Keynote:Dr. Elijah B. Saunders Memorial Lecture, “Cholesterol Made Practical: Why We Still Miss the Mark – and How Primary Care Can Change Outcomes Now,” presented by Ijeoma Isiadinso, MD, MPH (Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, and Medical Director, Emory Center for Heart Disease Prevention)

Featured faculty:

John Flack, MD — Aldosterone Excess as a Driver of Uncontrolled Hypertension: An Innovative Approach to An Old Enemy

Modele O. Ogunniyi, MD, MPH — Getting Blood Pressure Control Right: Applying the Latest Hypertension Guidelines in Real-World Practice

Anekwe Onwuanyi, MD — Connecting the Dots: Managing Cardiometabolic Risk and Inflammation in Primary Care Plus oral abstract presentations from fellows.Supported by AstraZeneca, Bridge Bio, and Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVA)

Who should attend: Internal medicine physicians, cardiologists, hematologists, primary care providers, and trainees attending the NMA 2026 Annual Convention.

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13th Annual Global Cardiovascular Symposium 2026
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-30 | FL
The 13th Annual Global Cardiovascular Symposium 2026
in collaboration with the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC)

One month. Ten specialty-focused sessions. Endless opportunities to strengthen your cardiovascular expertise.
The Cardiovascular Education Foundation (CVEF), in collaboration with the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC), invites you to the 13th Annual Global Cardiovascular Symposium (GCVS)—a comprehensive virtual educational series designed for physicians, fellows, advanced practice providers, nurses, technologists, and members of the cardiovascular care team.
Across ten weekend sessions, nationally recognized faculty—including several ABC members—will explore today’s most important clinical topics, from cardiovascular surgery and electrophysiology to heart failure, pediatric cardiology, cardiac imaging, research, and innovation.
ABC Faculty Spotlight
This year’s program features leadership from across ABC’s clinical community:

Dr. Ijeoma A. Ekeruo — Course Director | ABC Electrophysiology (EP) Committee Co-Chair
Dr. Tayo Addo — Course Director | ABC Interventional Cardiology Committee Co-Chair
Dr. Oladipupo Olafiranye — Course Director | ABC Life Member
Professor Jane Ajuluchukwu — Course Director

Whether you’re refreshing core knowledge, expanding into a subspecialty, or staying current with evolving practice, GCVS offers practical education you can immediately apply to patient care.

Spirit of the Heart Awards and Fundraiser
2026-10-03 | FL
