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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American College of Cardiology announces first editor of new journal

The open-access journal will provide content targeting new and emerging trends in cardiovascular medicine. 

August 2, 2021
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American College of Cardiology shares new guidance for treating ASCVD patients with elevated triglycerides

The guideline's authors set out to show that a multi-pronged approach is necessary in the treatment of high-risk ASCVD patients with elevated triglycerides.

July 29, 2021
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American College of Cardiology launches new partnership to boost patient care around the globe

The groups aim to help hospitals around the world collect data on cardiovascular procedures using evidence-based algorithms.

July 23, 2021
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American College of Cardiology, Heart Rhythm Society launch new efforts to boost AFib care in underserved areas

The new collaboration is designed to help clinicians reach and treat AFib patients in communities that don't always receive the most attention. 

June 17, 2021
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American College of Cardiology collaborates with GE Healthcare on new path forward for AI, digital health

Virtual care, remote patient monitoring and AI-based research are three specific topics the groups are expected to discuss.

June 3, 2021

American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association share updated heart failure guidance

The guidance, an update to a similar document from 2005, was published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.

March 23, 2021
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Philips, American College of Cardiology collaborate to improve cardiovascular care

While Philips is offering its available resources in the fields of research and development, the ACC is sharing the knowledge and experience of its more than 50,000 members.

March 12, 2021
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American College of Cardiology: Biden’s $1.9T COVID-19 relief bill will help reduce healthcare disparities

Biden signed the legislation Thursday, March 11, one day earlier than expected. 

March 11, 2021

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