Success of Shared Cardiac PET Programs Hinges on Operational Alignment, Technical Execution and a Sustainable Business Strategy
At ACC.26, sessions in the GE HealthCare Learning Lab highlighted both the promise and complexity of shared cardiac PET imaging programs, as healthcare systems increasingly look to maximize resources while expanding advanced diagnostic services.
Augmented Intelligence at the Point of Care: From Hype to Daily Practice
The Louis F. Bishop Keynote during the ACC.26 “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Intensive I: Augmented Intelligence at the Point of Care – From Hype to Daily Practice" emphasized a pivotal shift in the use of AI in cardiovascular care.
Private Capital, Public Consequences: How Private Equity Is Reshaping the Heart of Cardiology Care
At ACC.26, cardiovascular business experts explored the rapid rise of private equity (PE) in cardiology and its complex implications for physicians and patients.
When Metrics Miss the Mark: Refocusing Data on What Matters in Healthcare
At ACC.26 in New Orleans, LA, Joel Sauer, MBA, executive vice president of Consulting at MedAxiom, urged cardiovascular professionals to rethink how data is used to evaluate performance.
James T. Dove Keynote Highlights Power of Teams in Delivering the Next Generation of CV Care
During the James T. Dove Keynote at ACC.26, ACC Past President Cathleen Biga, MSN, MACC, issued a clear and compelling call to action: the future of high-quality cardiovascular care depends not on dashboards or checklists, but on empowered, aligned teams working together with purpose.
The Future of AI and CV Medicine: Early Detection, Data-Driven Action
The great potential and concerning influences of artificial intelligence (AI) on medicine, clinicians and patients will be examined by one of its early adopters, Paul A. Friedman, MD, during the Eugene Braunwald Keynote.
AI and Innovation to Transform CV Care for All at ACC.26
Published: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Cardiovascular care is entering a new era, with AI at the forefront. ACC.26, March 28 - 30 at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, will bring together clinicians, administrators and industry leaders to explore the latest advances in cardiovascular medicine and gain practical strategies to enhance patient care.
ACC's ACC.26 Meeting Coverage
This page features ACC's full meeting coverage of the latest science from ACC.26, taking place March 28–30, 2026 in New Orleans, LA.
AI Prompt Generation Guide For Clinicians
Developed by ACC and MedAxiom as part of the Care Transformation Initiative, this guide is designed to help clinicians bridge the gap between clinical expertise and AI capabilities. In environments where accuracy, context and patient safety are paramount, knowing how to craft precise, thoughtful prompts can dramatically improve the quality and reliability of AI-generated insights.
AI Tools in Health Care
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more widespread, it is increasingly important to understand where to effectively apply AI tools. These tools address key assessment criteria as well as AI capabilities and clinical scenarios.
CV Transforum Show Opening
The CV community is back together—and stronger than ever! As we opened the doors in Orlando, the power of connection, collaboration, and shared purpose was on full display. CV leaders from across the country have gathered to exchange ideas, spark innovation, and shape the future of cardiovascular care. There’s nothing like being together in person to fuel progress and ignite change. Let’s make these next few days count.
CV Transforum Spring'26
The conversation about AI extends to best practices in implementation of the technology at CV Transforum Spring'26, April 28 - May 2 in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. A highlight is the session “AI is the Easy Part: The Hard Work of Transforming CV Care,” emphasizing that while AI is powerful, the real challenge lies in redesigning workflows, integrating data, aligning teams, and embedding new capabilities into everyday practice.