Professional Associations

This page includes news coverage of medical associations and medical societies. Use these links to find focused news coverage from specific organizations: Cardiology Associations, Healthcare Associations, Radiology Associations.

Robotic mitral valve repair linked to benefits for elderly patients
Robotic and traditional mitral valve repair surgeries are mostly associated with similar outcomes when treating elderly patients. In some ways, however, robotic procedures may be preferred.
AI helps cardiologists terminate AFib for good with ablation
Advanced AI can provide real-time feedback to cardiologists, helping them deliver high-quality care.
Same-day discharge after cardiac ablation: Cardiologists share recommendations
Same-day discharge won't always be a great fit after cardiac ablation, of course, but it has been associated with considerable patient satisfaction as well as improved efficiency and substantial cost savings. The Heart Rhythm Society and American College of Cardiology have shared a new scientific statement on the subject.
PFA startup founded by industry veteran to share first-in-human data at Heart Rhythm 2025
Field Medical, founded in 2022 by Steven Mickelsen, MD, is set to make a significant splash at the Heart Rhythm Society's annual meeting in San Diego. The company also just raised $40 million in financing.
Self-expanding TAVR valves deliver outcomes and durability comparable to surgery after 5 years
Michael Reardon, MD, detailed five-year data out of ACC.25 that found Medtronic's Evolut TAVR platform performs as well as SAVR—and even better in some ways.

'It does not need to be complicated': 10 steps to heart-healthy eating

The American Heart Association has shared a new scientific statement on the topic.

Nuclear medicine leader says patient-first imaging providers must keep close eye on quality

That includes utilizing the most up-to-date protocols and equipment, among many other things, ASNC President Randall C. Thompson said.

ACR 'strongly supports' suggested changes to colorectal cancer screening measures

Changes involve assessing the percentage of adults 45-49 who have had appropriate screening for the disease, the college said recently.

Imaging group says new guidelines for chest pain contain some ‘troubling recommendations’

The update is meant to help clinicians improve outcomes while reducing costs, but one advocate says certain imaging suggestions may cause unanticipated harm.

American Society of Nuclear Cardiology says AHA/ACC chest pain guidelines miss the mark

One of the group's primary concerns is the "inappropriately large role" given to FFR-CT.

ACC, AHA release long-awaited chest pain guidelines

The new guidelines stress the importance of more complete chest pain evaluations, patient communication and shared decision-making.

ASRT announces changes to its continuing education delivery offerings

The move toward digital more closely aligns with the evolution of information-sharing, CEO and Executive Director of the organization Sal Martino said recently.

Strategic Radiology teams with lobbying firm to represent private practices’ interests on Capitol Hill

The partnership comes as the Biden administration works on several legislative issues that could have big implications in imaging.

Professional Associations

Robotic mitral valve repair linked to benefits for elderly patients

AI helps cardiologists terminate AFib for good with ablation

Same-day discharge after cardiac ablation: Cardiologists share recommendations

PFA startup founded by industry veteran to share first-in-human data at Heart Rhythm 2025

Self-expanding TAVR valves deliver outcomes and durability comparable to surgery after 5 years