ACC.26 Annual Scientific Session

The transformation of cardiovascular care for all begins at ACC.26, March 28 – 30, 2026 in New Orleans, LA.

Join us for an unforgettable experience where you’ll connect with peers from around the world, explore the latest advances in cardiovascular medicine, and gain practical insights to improve your daily practice. Learn how new treatments and clinical guidelines can impact patient care, engage in meaningful discussions with leading experts, and build lasting relationships with your colleagues.

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Register Now: 2025 Midwest CV Forum

Join us on November 1st at the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America in Bloomington, MN! The annual Midwest Cardiovascular Forum is a 1-day conference exploring the latest in cardiology. Sessions include topics for seasoned cardiologists, fellows-in-training, and cardiovascular team members.

This event is presented in collaboration with the ACC Great Plains and Iowa Chapters.

Cardio-Metabolic Journal Club on Sept. 10

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The Minnesota ACC invites you to attend our Cardio-Metabolic Journal Club, taking place on Wednesday, Sept. 10th, 2025 from 5:30-8pm at the Westwood Hill Nature Center located at 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426. Note the updated location. This event is free, but registration is required

Agenda:

5:30-6:00pm | Arrive, network, dinner provided by Lunds & Byerlys Catering

6:00pm | Presentation and facilitated discussion of journal articles:

Speakers & Facilitators:

Dr. Amin Rahmatullah & Dr. Retu Saxena

CME provided by Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare; hours must be claimed onsite.

Save the Date: 2025 Midwest CV Forum

Join us at the JW Marriott Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota on November 1st, 2025.

The Midwest Cardiovascular Forum is a 1-day conference exploring the latest in cardiology. Sessions include topics for seasoned cardiologists, fellows-in-training, and cardiovascular team members.

The agenda is coming soon – check the CV Forum web page for updates!

The Physiology Course

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

Cardio-Metabolic Journal Club

The Minnesota ACC invites you to attend our Cardio-Metabolic Journal Club, taking place on Wednesday, Sept. 10th, 2025 from 5:30-8pm at the Westwood Hill Nature Center located at 8300 W Franklin Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426.

Agenda:
5:30-6:00pm | Arrive, network, dinner provided by Lunds and Byerlys Catering

6:00pm | Presentation and Facilitated discussion of Journal Articles:

SUMMIT Trial Study Group; Tirzepatide for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction and Obesity

New ACC Obesity and Heart Failure Guidelines

FLOW Trial; Effects of Semaglutide on Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

SELECT Trial; Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Obesity without Diabetes

Speakers & Facilitators: Dr. Amin Rahmatullah & Dr. Retu Saxena

A-Fib Journal Club on May 7th, 2025

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The Minnesota ACC invites you to attend our A-Fib Journal Club, taking place on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 from 5:30-8pm at the St. Louis Park Rec Center located at 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416. This event is free to attend, but registration is required.

Agenda:

  • 5:30 – 6:00 pm: Networking, dinner
  • 6:00 – 8:00 pm: Dinner, Journal Club Content

Moderator: Dr. Amin Rahmatullah

A-Fib Journal Club Topics:

  • Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion with Dr. Jay Sengupta
    • Option Trial
  • Pulse Field Ablation with Dr. John Zakaib
  • Anti-Coagulations and AFIB with additional presenter Dr. Rehan Karim

A-Fib Journal Club

The Minnesota ACC invites you to attend A-Fib Journal Club, taking place on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 from 5:30-8pm at the St. Louis Park Rec Center located at 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416. This event is free to attend, but registration is required.

Moderator: Dr. Amin Rahmatullah

A-Fib Journal Club Topics:

• Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion, Dr. Jay Sengupta
• Option Trial

• Pulse Field Ablation, Dr. John Zakaib

• Anti-coagulations and AFIB, Dr. Rehan Karim

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