Welcome to the official BlueSky account for the Canadian Society of Echocardiography! Follow along for more information on our organization, #echocardiography news, educational resources, and updates on our upcoming events, specifically this year's CSE Echo Weekend!
🎙️ New on the Cardio Connector Podcast: Addressing Bullying & Harassment in Cardiology
In this episode, Dr. Sharon Mulvagh, Chair of the CCS EDI Committee, leads a candid and insightful conversation on tackling bullying and harassment.
👉 Listen now on Cardio Connector: ccs.simplecast.com/e...
The Trainee Program Planning Committee invites medical students, residents, and graduate students to participate in My Research in a Nutshell: 3‑Minute Blitz at CCC. #cardiosky
📢 Apply during the abstract submission process.
🔗 Start here: site.pheedloop.com/e...
Join us on March 25 for the final session of our Amyloid Education Series 2.0, featuring real‑world cases, practical insights, and the latest updates to support accurate diagnosis and effective management of amyloidosis.
🔗 Register: my.ccs.ca/CCSMembers...
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Stay on top of your key 2026 tax deadlines with a physician-friendly calendar from our Affinity program partner, designed to keep your planning smooth and stress-free.
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New on the Cardio Connector Podcast: Dr. Grace Chua and Dr. David Macklin unpack how lifestyle, nutrition, and other non pharmacologic strategies can elevate pharmacologic obesity management in cardiology.
Tune in now on Cardio Connector. ccs.simplecast.com/e...
#Cardiosky
The 2026 CCS Research Awards season is now open! In partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb, we are proud to announce the launch of the CCS–BMS HCM Research Award.
💰 Funding Available: Two awards of up to $75,000 each
📅 Deadline: May 12, 2026
🔗 Apply here: www.abstractscorecar...
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Join us tomorrow night for our latest MYCOVACC webinar: Beyond the Acute Phase - Cardiac MRI Insights from the CCS National Active Surveillance Study of Myocarditis and/or Pericarditis following mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination, from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. ET.
Register here: meducomhealth.swoogo...
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Join us on March 10 at 8:00 p.m. ET for Cardiopulmonary Crossroads: Detection and Treatment of CVD in Patients with COPD, a deep dive into how to detect and manage CVD in patients living with COPD. #cardiosky
Register now: https://bit.ly/3OQ6Vhn
🚨 The 2026 #CCCongress Call for Science is NOW OPEN! 🚨
Submit your research and showcase your work at the 2026 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress in Ottawa this October 15-17!
🔗 Submit your science here: https://bit.ly/4cqNXaZ
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The CCS Heart Valve Disease Working Group is updating wait time benchmarks for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Intervention (TAVI).
📖 Read the full article here: ccs.ca/news/the-ccs-...
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Looking for resources in honour of Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day 2026? Don’t miss our curated collection of articles from CCS Journals available here: ccs.ca/wp-content/up...
#HVD #Cardiosky
Join us next Wednesday, February 25, for Part 2 of our PAH Education Series: From Diagnosis to Management: Practical Tips for PAH from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.
Register here: my.ccs.ca/CCSMembers... #cardiosky
❤ Heart Month 2026 is in full swing, and our CCS Journals team has pulled together a standout collection of must-read articles you’ll actually want to bookmark. Click here to access and learn something new! ccs.ca/wp-content/up...
#HeartMonth #cardiosky
Today, the CCS team is proudly participating in Wear Red Canada to raise awareness for women’s heart health. This campaign highlights the importance of early detection, research, and advocacy to combat heart disease, the leading cause of premature death for women in Canada. #cardiosky #WearRedCanada
In recognition of Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week, we encourage all to take this opportunity to read and share our curated collection of CHD articles from CCS Journals available here: ccs.ca/wp-content/up...
#CHD #Awareness #cardiosky
Thank you to all who stopped by 'Taking the Political Pulse' – our Advocacy Day held in partnership with Ottawa Heart Institute.
We are grateful to conclude our day on Parliament Hill with a visit from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Advocating for the heart health of Canadians is a critical part of our mission, and these opportunities to connect with decision-makers in Canada are invaluable.
Taking the Political Pulse: It was a pleasure to meet with MP Jacques Ramsey Parl and MP Shafqat Ali today on Parliament Hill to discuss the importance of improving the heart health of Canadians. Pictured with CCS President Dr. Sean Virani and Dr. Rob Beanlands, President and CEO of UOHI.
Taking the Political Pulse on Parliament Hill! The CCS is working with the UOHI today to raise awareness of CVD, early detection & timely access to care in Canada. Glad to connect with MP Mike Kelloway, Dr. Sharon Mulvagh, our CCS President Dr. Sean Virani, Dr. Stephanie Poon and Dr. Rod Zimmerman.
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Two new CCS tools are available to support patients after a heart attack.
For patients and carers: A self-management tool and resource list
For family physicians: An overview of the Secondary Prevention Pathway to help regional planning
To learn more, click here: https://bit.ly/4c7tgAv
❤️ Heart Month 2026 is here! Throughout February, the CCS will be sharing resources that spotlight cardiovascular health and celebrate the incredible work of our community. Stay tuned and follow along as we celebrate Heart Month together!
The CCSA Cardiac Surgery Trainee Review Program is underway in Montreal!
Trainees from across Canada are putting their knowledge to the test, gaining real exam experience, and learning from dedicated faculty. Thank you to our faculty members and donors for making this weekend possible.
Tune in to our latest podcast episode with Dr. Grace Chua and Dr. Michael Boivin, diving into pharmacologic therapies for obesity. Learn about GLP-1-based treatments, debunk common myths, and explore cardiometabolic impacts.
Listen here: ccs.simplecast.com/e...
🤝 CCS Standing Committees – Nominations Now Open!
We’re inviting CCS members to apply for five Standing Committees, with terms beginning in November 2026.
Ready to get involved and help shape the future of cardiovascular care in Canada?
Learn more 🔗
🏆The 2026 CCS Recognition Awards nomination period is now open.
The CCS invites nominations to recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to cardiovascular health and care.
Explore the full list of awards and nomination criteria: ccs.ca/news/2026-ccs...
Calling all CCS members! We’re inviting members to apply for positions on our Board of Directors. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cardiology, collaborate with leaders across Canada & help shape the future of the Society.
Learn more: ccs.ca/news/call-for...
📘 New on CardioCampus: Amyloid Education Series 2.0, Part 1 – Amyloidosis Uncovered: Pathophysiology, Clinical Clues, and Diagnostic Imaging – CCS Position Statement & Beyond MOC Section 3 module is now available!
🔗 Access the module: https://bit.ly/4rjZ9dz
Registration is open for the next webinar in our ASCVD Education Series, taking place Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Join us as experts explore evidence‑based strategies to enhance patient outcomes and support best practices in ASCVD management.
Register today🔗https://bit.ly/3ZynKiT