Keynotes

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Be inspired by visionary leaders redefining cardiovascular care. The keynotes at ACC.26 showcase renowned experts from around the world whose groundbreaking research, innovation, and leadership continue to transform the field.

Explore each keynote session and discover how these leaders are driving progress and improving heart health worldwide.

Mintu Turakhia, MD, MS

57th Annual Louis F. Bishop Keynote
Artificial Intelligence Intensive I: Augmented Intelligence at the Point of Care – From Hype to Daily Practice Featuring the Louis F. Bishop Keynote (Session 103)

Saturday, March 28, Noon – 1 p.m.
Scaling AI in Cardiology: Moving From Paper and Podium to Product
Presented by Mintu Turakhia, MD, MS

Carole A. Warnes, MD, FACC

ACC.26 Dan G. McNamara Keynote
A Field Grown Up: Reflections and Roadmaps in ACHD Featuring the Dan G. McNamara Keynote (Session 203)

Saturday, March 28, Noon – 1 p.m.
Looking Back, Moving Forward: The Evolution of ACHD
Presented by Carole A. Warnes, MD, FACC

Cathleen Biga, MSN, MACC

ACC.26 James T. Dove Keynote
Power in Partnership: Aligning Teams and Data For Cardiovascular Impact Featuring the James T. Dove Keynote (Session 219)

Saturday, March 28, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Presented by Cathleen Biga, MSN, MACC

Rohan Khera, MD, MS, FACC

Douglas P. Zipes, MD, MACC, Distinguished Young Scientist Award Keynote
Artificial Intelligence Intensive III: Pixels to Prognosis – Research Frontiers in Cardiovascular Health AI Featuring the Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Awardee Keynote (Session 260)

Sunday, March 29, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
The Future of AI in Cardiology and Bottlenecks Translating Research to Clinical Care
Presented by Rohan Khera, MD, MS, FACC

Paul A. Friedman, MD

2026 Eugene Braunwald Keynote (Session 296)

Sunday, March 29, 1:45 – 2:45 p.m.
Presented by Paul A. Friedman, MD

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