# Cardiology * **Definition:** A branch of medicine that deals with diseases and conditions of the heart. * **Taxonomy:** Healthcare Topics / Cardiology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Cardiology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 16.9K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 4/23/2025 | [**ECU Health taps Force Therapeutics for care automation**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/care-coordination/ecu-health-taps-force-therapeutics-for-care-automation/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**MJH Life Sciences® and the American College of Cardiology collaborate to advance pharmacists' role in cardiovascular care through education and clinical collaboration**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/04/23/3066738/0/en/MJH-Life-Sciences-and-the-American-College-of-Cardiology-collaborate-to-advance-pharmacists-role-in-cardiovascular-care-through-education-and-clinical-collaboration.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**MJH Life Sciences® and the American College of Cardiology collaborate to advance ... - Morningstar**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/9437581/mjh-life-sciences-and-the-american-college-of-cardiology-collaborate-to-advance-pharmacists-role-in-cardiovascular-care-through-education-and-clinical-collaboration) | [[Morningstar]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**MJH Life Sciences® and the American College of Cardiology collaborate to ... - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mjh-life-sciences-american-college-165800831.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/22/2025 | [**How AI in Cardiology Is Quietly Rewriting the Rules of Heart Care - by Apoorv Gehlot**](https://medium.com/@apoorv-gehlot/how-ai-in-cardiology-is-quietly-rewriting-the-rules-of-heart-care-0f2244af7b2f) | [[Medium]] | | 4/1/2025 | [**ECHO IQ SIGNS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP AND INTEGRATION AGREEMENTS WITH SCIMAGE AND MEDAXIOM TO EXPAND ECHOSOLV AS ACROSS 36 US CARDIOLOGY NETWORKS**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/echo-iq-signs-strategic-partnership-and-integration-agreements-with-scimage-and-medaxiom-to-expand-echosolv-as-across-36-us-cardiology-networks-302416563.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 3/11/2025 | [**Equipping Healthcare Professionals for the AI-Powered Healthcare Revolution: Lessons ... - Medium**](https://medium.com/@alexglee/equipping-healthcare-professionals-for-the-ai-powered-healthcare-revolution-lessons-from-harvard-e8f83dd3df8b) | [[Medium]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Atlanta hospital launches new cardiac procedure**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/atlanta-hospital-launches-new-cardiac-procedure.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 3/4/2025 | [**Fujifilm Expands Partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health Enabling Network-wide Use of State-of-the-Art Synapse Cardiology PACS Imaging System**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/fujifilm-expands-partnership-with-hackensack-meridian-health-enabling-network-wide-use-of-state-of-the-art-synapse-cardiology-pacs-imaging-system-1034438426) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 2/13/2025 | [**Atria Health Launches Proven Model Nationwide to Empower Independent Cardiology Practices**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/atria-health-launches-proven-model-174500844.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Moving Toward Implementation of Responsible Artificial Intelligence in Health Care The ...**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/articlepdf/2830339/jama_van_genderen_2025_vp_250020_1738942289.32031.pdf) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Launching the Trustworthy and Responsible AI Network (TRAIN) A Consortium to Facilitate ...**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/articlepdf/2830340/jama_emb_2025_vp_250019_1738942291.693.pdf) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 1/27/2025 | [**AI/ML Innovations Inc. Appoints Dr. Alan Rabinowitz as Chief Medical Officer and Director of ...**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/accesswire/974084msn/aiml-innovations-inc-appoints-dr-alan-rabinowitz-as-chief-medical-officer-and-director-of-medical-partnerships) | [[Morningstar]] | | 12/26/2024 | [**26 new cardiology practices in 2024 - Becker's ASC**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/26-new-cardiology-practices-in-2024.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Cedars-Sinai gets a $35M cardiology donation: 4 things to know**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/capital/cedars-sinai-gets-a-35m-cardiology-donation-4-things-to-know.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Chicago Cardiology Institute suffers data breach: 5 things to know**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/chicago-cardiology-institute-suffers-data-breach-5-things-to-know.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Children's Wisconsin, UW Health to merge heart program**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/childrens-wisconsin-uw-health-to-merge-heart-program.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Vitruvian Health adds endovascular cardiologist**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/vitruvian-health-adds-endovascular-cardiologist.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/12/2024 | [**American College of Cardiology partners with AI health tech company: 5 things to know**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/american-college-of-cardiology-partners-with-ai-health-tech-company-5-things-to-know.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/12/2024 | [**Franciscan Physician Network adds cardiologist**](https://www.beckersasc.com/asc-news/franciscan-physician-network-adds-cardiologist.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 12/12/2024 | [**Partnering on EHR design for better care, easy migration: Insights and successes from University of Missouri Health Care**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/hospital-physician-relationships/partnering-on-ehr-design-for-better-care-easy-migration-insights-and-successes-from-university-of-missouri-health-care.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Expert consensus on myocarditis care: 3 notes - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/cardiology/expert-consensus-on-myocarditis-care-3-notes.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 8/31/2024 | [**Cardiology Information System Market: Growth Analysis, - openPR.com**](https://www.openpr.com/news/3641319/cardiology-information-system-market-growth-analysis) | openpr.com | | 8/6/2024 | [**20 cardiology updates**](https://www.beckersasc.com/cardiology/20-cardiology-updates.html) | [[Beckers ASC Review]] | | 8/5/2024 | [**Global Artificial Intelligence In Cardiology Market Overview And Statistics For 2024-2033**](https://tech.einnews.com/pr_news/733026657/global-artificial-intelligence-in-cardiology-market-overview-and-statistics-for-2024-2033) | tech.einnews.com | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia (CCP)**: The largest independent cardiology practice in the U.S., providing extensive cardiovascular services. - **Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL)**: An organization focused on transforming cardiovascular care delivery through collaboration and innovation. - **American College of Cardiology (ACC)**: A professional organization dedicated to transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health globally. - **Valentin Fuster**: A prominent cardiologist advocating for new imaging technologies to study cardiovascular disease. - **Cardiovascular Associates of America (CVUSA)**: A private equity-backed cardiology platform operating 149 locations across eight states, focusing on expanding its network through acquisitions. - **Jonathan Weinsaft**: Emphasizes the excitement and challenges of integrating new technologies in cardiology. - **Cedars-Sinai**: A leading medical center known for its research and care in interventional cardiology. - **Philips**: A leading provider of advanced imaging technologies and solutions for cardiology. - **Chicago Cardiology Institute**: A cardiology practice that faced a data breach affecting patient information. - **Dr. Eugene Braunwald**: Often referred to as the father of modern cardiology, known for his significant contributions to heart attack treatment and cardiology education. - **AccurKardia**: A company that has developed AI-based ECG screening software for detecting Aortic Valve Stenosis. - **Echo IQ**: An AI and medical technology company focused on enhancing cardiovascular diagnostics. - **Cleveland Clinic**: A leading healthcare institution known for its research and innovation in cardiology, particularly in virtual second opinions. - **Euan Ashley**: Chair of the Department of Medicine at Stanford, focusing on inherited cardiovascular diseases. - **US Heart & Vascular**: Another major private equity-backed cardiology platform that has partnered with HeartPlace to enhance its presence in Texas. - **Atria Health**: A healthcare organization that partners with cardiology practices to provide capital, expertise, and technology for independent, physician-led practices. - **Ryan Herbert**: CEO of the Cardiovascular Institute of the South. - **Dr. John McMurray**: A prominent figure in cardiovascular medicine, highlighting global collaboration in research and clinical guidelines. - **Eduardo Marb√°n**: Highlights the shortage of skilled generalist cardiologists impacting patient care. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Atria Health and AMS Cardiology**: Established a new ambulatory surgery center to provide comprehensive cardiac services. - **Story Health and Intermountain Health**: Expanded partnership to enhance patient access to cardiology care, focusing on heart failure management. - **American College of Cardiology and BHI Collaborative**: Partnership to integrate behavioral health care into cardiology practices. - **Positron Corporation and Upbeat Cardiology Solutions**: A partnership to provide PET-CT systems and services aimed at enhancing cardiology practices. - **ACC and Anumana**: Collaboration to integrate Anumana's AI-based ECG algorithm into clinical workflows to enhance cardiovascular disease detection. - **athenahealth and CVUSA**: Collaboration to enhance cardiology care delivery through innovative software and services, improving clinical and financial performance. - **Modivcare Inc. and American College of Cardiology**: Collaborated to launch the Caring Hearts Initiative in Camden County, New Jersey, aimed at addressing health disparities through community support services. - **Guidehealth and Story Health**: Partnered to provide telehealth services for patients with cardiac conditions, addressing cardiologist shortages. - **Anumana and ACC**: Collaboration to integrate Anumana's FDA-cleared ECG-AI LEF algorithm into clinical workflows to enhance detection and treatment of cardiovascular disease. - **Monadnock Community Hospital**: Plans to open a cardiology department to address local care shortages after ending a partnership with Catholic Medical Center. - **Atria Health and Cardiology Practices**: Atria Health has introduced a partnership model to support cardiologists in establishing independent practices. - **BayCare and Pediatric Cardiology Associates**: Partnership to provide specialized pediatric cardiology services, enhancing care for children in West Central Florida. - **Dramaiah Memorial Hospital and Mount Sinai Health System**: An exclusive partnership to enhance healthcare services in India, focusing on clinical excellence in cardiology. - **Children's Wisconsin and UW Health**: Joint venture to merge congenital heart disease programs to improve pediatric cardiac care. - **CVL and CCP**: A partnership that expands CVL's network to include over 440 providers, enhancing patient access and care delivery in response to growing demand for cardiovascular services. - **MJH Life Sciences and ACC**: A strategic alliance aimed at enhancing collaboration among medical associations and pharmacy professionals to improve patient outcomes in cardiology. - **Echo IQ with ScImage and MedAxiom**: Partnership to expand the distribution of AI-powered cardiology technology across the US. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Telecardiology Programs**: ECU Health has launched a telecardiology program to improve access to care, addressing the shortage of cardiologists. - **Virtual Cardiac Care**: The 'Cardiology Clinic of the Future' emphasizes technology adoption, data-driven diagnostics, and personalized care models. - **Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs)**: Cardiology is emerging as the fastest-growing specialty in ASCs, with increasing outpatient procedures. - **Expansion of Cardiology Services**: Hospitals like NYU Langone and Cedars-Sinai are enhancing their cardiology services to provide advanced care locally. - **Preventive Cardiology**: The American Society of Preventive Cardiology emphasizes integrating preventive cardiology into standard training. - **Cardiology Information Systems (CIS)**: Emerging technologies in CIS are enhancing patient data management and integrating with diagnostic equipment to improve workflow productivity. - **Virtual Cardiology Programs**: Heartbeat Health's program significantly reduced cardiovascular readmissions through virtual care interventions. - **Cardiology Information Systems (CVIS)**: The global market for CVIS is projected to grow significantly, driven by the need for improved patient data management and diagnostic accuracy. - **Telehealth Expansion**: Telehealth services are being integrated into cardiology practices to improve access and patient outcomes. - **Outpatient Cardiology Transition**: A trend towards shifting cardiology procedures to outpatient settings, driven by cost and efficiency pressures. - **AI in Cardiology**: AI technologies are enhancing diagnostics, improving patient outcomes, and streamlining workflows in cardiology. - **New Clinical Guidelines**: The European Society of Cardiology introduced guidelines focusing on personalized care, including management strategies for atrial fibrillation and hypertension. - **Global Interventional Cardiology Devices Market**: Projected to grow significantly, driven by advancements in medical technology and increasing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases. - **CardioMEMS HF System**: A minimally invasive procedure approved for ASC use, enabling real-time monitoring of pulmonary artery pressure. - **Machine Learning in Cardiology**: Recent studies indicate that machine-learning models can enhance cardiovascular disease risk equations. - **Remote Patient Management Workbook**: Published by the American College of Cardiology, offering guidelines for managing cardiac care using direct-to-consumer devices. - **Telecardiology Initiatives**: The Telehealth Network of Minas Gerais provides telecardiology support across Brazil, integrating machine learning for ECG interpretation. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Clinician Shortages**: The cardiology field faces significant clinician shortages and administrative burdens, impacting care delivery. - **Private Equity in Cardiology**: The rise of private equity investments in cardiology practices raises concerns about the long-term effects on patient care and physician satisfaction. - **Private Equity Acquisitions**: Despite a decline in overall healthcare acquisitions, cardiology remains a top specialty sought after by private equity investors. - **Shortage of Cardiologists**: A critical shortage of skilled generalist cardiologists poses challenges for effective patient care. - **Cardiologist Shortage**: There is a growing shortage of cardiologists, necessitating innovative solutions like telehealth to meet patient needs. - **Integration of Mental Health**: There is a growing need for integrated mental health care in cardiology, as patients with cardiovascular diseases often face depression. - **Private Equity Risks**: While private equity interest in cardiology is increasing, there are concerns about the associated risks and bankruptcies linked to PE-backed companies. - **Outpatient Cardiology Expansion Barriers**: Concerns regarding patient safety, payer mix, and high capital investments for specialized equipment hinder rapid growth in outpatient cardiology. - **Regulatory Hurdles**: High costs and regulatory challenges persist in the cardiology market, necessitating strategic collaborations. - **Access to Care**: Approximately 44.2 million people in the U.S. live over 60 miles from the nearest cardiac PET center, highlighting access issues. - **Salary Disparities in Cardiac Surgery**: Women in academic cardiothoracic surgery earn significantly less than their male counterparts, highlighting gender inequity. - **Burnout Among Cardiology Trainees**: High workloads and stress levels among cardiology trainees are leading to significant rates of depression and burnout, necessitating further research and intervention. - **Patient Lifestyle and Compliance**: Cardiologists report that patient lifestyle choices and compliance are significant challenges in treatment, with high insurance costs also impacting care. - **Training Challenges in the UK**: Curriculum changes and mandatory dual accreditation are limiting training opportunities for cardiology trainees. - **Regulatory Challenges**: The transition to outpatient cardiology is hindered by infrastructure limitations and payer hesitance. - **Certification Board Proposal Rejection**: The American Board of Medical Specialties rejected the proposal for an independent board for cardiology, raising concerns about financial sustainability. - **Burnout Among Cardiologists**: 66% of cardiologists report feelings of burnout, prompting calls for improved workplace measures. - **Radiation Safety in Training**: Concerns have been raised about the risks faced by pregnant individuals during cardiology training, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures. ## Related Topics [[Cardiovascular Medicine]]; [[Cardiovascular Radiology]]; [[Pediatric Cardiology]]; [[Cardiac Care]]; [[Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology]]; [[Cardiovascular Disease]]; [[Cardiothoracic Radiology]]; [[Interventional Cardiology]]; [[Transplant Cardiology]]