American College of Cardiology (ACC)

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is the primary U.S. medical society representing the interests of all cardiology subspecialities. The ACC is very active in setting guidelines for cardiac care, lobbying for supportive government policy and reimbursements, clinician education, managing several key cardiovascular registries and advocating for the transformation of cardiovascular care to improve heart health.

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An updated look at combining LAAO with ablation, TAVR or other interventional heart procedures

Performing two procedures at once does not appear to make a significant impact on patient safety, though it may lead to a few new risks sure to interest heart teams. 

TAVR patients face a higher risk of stroke for up to 2 years

A majority of strokes after TAVR occur in the first 48 hours, but patients remain at a significantly higher risk for much longer. 

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Cardiologists make a familiar plea, urging Congress to eliminate impending Medicare cuts

Congress has already adjourned for the year without taking action, but U.S. medical societies are hoping relief from significant Medicare cuts will arrive in early 2024. 

Newsweek ranked the 50 best heart hospitals in the world

Deaths from CVD are on the rise, cardiologists warn—high blood pressure, obesity remain 2 primary culprits

Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of mortality in the world, responsible for nearly 20 million deaths in 2022 alone. 

Adolph M. Hutter, MD, cardiologist and past president of the American College of Cardiology

Beloved cardiologist remembered as a ‘master clinician’ and 'friend to all'

Adolph M. Hutter, MD, spent more than 50 years with Massachusetts General Hospital and worked with multiple professional sports teams. In addition, he served as president of the American College of Cardiology in 1992-1993. 

Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, Yale American College of Cardiology

American College of Cardiology names renowned cardiologist the next editor-in-chief of its flagship journal

The publication's current editor-in-chief is Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD. Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, will begin his five-year term in 2024.

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Cardiologists lead push for Aetna to reconsider ‘restrictive,’ ‘inconsistent’ reimbursement proposals

The policies cover a wide range of interventional therapies, including Shockwave Medical's IVL technology and intravascular ultrasound. 

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Learning more about AFib: 19 important topics for cardiologists, other heart specialists to investigate

New AFib recommendations from the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association covered significant ground—but there is still much more to learn, experts explained.