The latest research and advancements in coronary physiology
The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) and Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute®, in partnership with CoreAalst®, Optima®, and The American College of Cardiology – Minnesota Chapter®, are pleased to present The Physiology Course. Join us as we explore how to use coronary physiology for the assessment of epicardial coronary artery disease and the coronary microcirculation. This educational opportunity is an in-person experience that includes presentations, debates, discussions, hands-on training, and interactive live cases.
Dates: June 5-6, 2025
Location: MacMillan Center | 2800 10th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

Our expert faculty will delve into the latest research and advancements in coronary physiology, including wire-based and wireless approaches, providing valuable insights for cardiovascular professionals and researchers alike to improve patient care. Don’t miss the opportunity to join this inaugural coronary physiology course in the United States and deepen your understanding of the vital role that coronary physiology plays in modern PCI and the assessment of patients with coronary microvascular dysfunction.
Course Directors
• Yader Sandoval, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FESC
• Emmanouil Brilakis, MD, PhD, FACC, FAHA, FESC, FSCAI
• Carlos Collet, MD, PhD
• Bernard De Bruyne, MD, PhD
Faculty
• João Cavalcante, MD, FACC, FASE, FSCCT, FSCMR
• William Fearon, MD
• Nils P. Johnson, MD, MS
• Morton J. Kern, MD
• Claire E. Raphael, MBBS, PhD
• Arnold Seto, MD, MPA
• Nathaniel R. Smilowitz, MD
• Jay Traverse, MD
• R. Jay Widmer, MD, PhD