EPI Lifestyle Scientific Sessions

The EPI Lifestyle Scientific Sessions will take place at The Westin Boston Seaport District and promises to be a hub of innovation and knowledge exchange in the field of cardiovascular health. This dynamic event will incorporate engaging roundtables that bring participants face-to-face with leaders in the field, sparking candid dialogues on emerging science. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a pre-conference event titled 'Innovations in Outpatient Care,' designed to foster connections and highlight the American Heart Association's (AHA) Outpace CVD™ registry and initiatives. This pre-conference session is complimentary for those who register for the main conference and aims to create a relaxed yet informative atmosphere for collaboration among long-time collaborators and new partners in outpatient cardiovascular care.The conference will feature a diverse lineup of expert speakers, including Roger S. Blumenthal, MD, FACC, FAHA, FASPC, FNLA; Pamela B. Morris, MD, FACC, FAHA, FASPC, FNLA; and John T. Wilkins, MD, MSc, FAHA, who will lead discussions on cardiovascular health research and practice. Other notable speakers include Adam Rodman, MD, MPH, FACP, from Harvard Medical School, and Dina Katabi, PhD, from MIT, who will address the integration of artificial intelligence in medical practices. The program will include the ASPC Annual Debate on the democratization of AI in healthcare, featuring Ashish Sarraju, MD, and Erica Spatz, MD, MHS. Additionally, there will be presentations on systems-level strategies to improve dietary behaviors and reduce cardiovascular risks, led by experts like Angela Odoms-Young, PhD, and Michelle Odden, PhD.The event will also honor the legacy of William Kannel in preventive cardiology with the William B Kannel, MD Memorial Lectureship, featuring Sadiya Khan, MD, MSc FAHA. Participants will engage in discussions on the latest trends in translational and population science, while also focusing on the importance of disseminating key discoveries on a global scale, particularly in heart disease and stroke prevention. Attendees will have opportunities to engage in networking roundtables and events tailored for early-career professionals, enhancing their experience and fostering future collaborations. The program reflects the AHA's commitment to high standards in ethics, inclusiveness, and business conduct, ensuring a vibrant and impactful experience for all involved.