Programming - Scientific Sessions 2024

Pre-Sessions Symposia & Early Career Day: November 15, 2024
Scientific Sessions: November 16–18, 2024
McCormick Place Convention Center | Chicago, Illinois

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Join us to honor 100 years of heart health

We are excited to celebrate AHA's 100th Anniversary at Scientific Sessions this year!

Please check the Final Program Flipbook (opens in new window) or the Online Program Planner(link opens in new window) for the latest program content, and be sure to check back often!

A scientist explains her presentation science to a room full of attendees during #AHA23 in Philadelphia.

A photo of the Exhibit Hall during Scientific Sessions 2022 in McCormick Center, Chicago.

Early Career attendees have lively discussions during Friday's Early Career symposium.

Friday Programming

Start learning on Friday, November 15 -- before #AHA24 officially begins!

Explore our Pre-Sessions Symposia and Early Career Day programming.

Explore Friday Programming

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Featured Sessions at #AHA24

Main Event and Late-Breaking Science sessions.

Don't miss the most memorable presentations and results!

Explore Featured Sessions

See posters and Programming available for your science focus.

Program by Science Focus

Cross-disciplinary programming for 28 specialties and interests.

Also includes posters and oral abstracts.

Program by Science Focus

#AHA24 Schedule-at-a-Glance

All times are Central Standard Time (UTC -6)

Online Program Planner 2024 Schedule-at-a-Glance (PDF)

Friday's Schedule – all times are CST (UTC -6)
Time	Activity
8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m..	QCOR at Sessions Programming
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.	Early Career Lunch with Legends Early Career Programming
12:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.	Congenital Heart Disease & Pediatric Cardiology Symposium Heart/Kidney Symposium International Symposium - NEW THIS YEAR!
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Satellite Events

Saturday's Schedule – all times are CST (UTC -6)
Time	Activity
6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.	Satellite Events
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	Opening Session Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Science & Technology Hall (9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Heart Hub Simulation Zone (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) Industry Events Meet the Trialist
12:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m.	Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Science & Technology Hall Heart Hub Simulation Zone (2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) Cardiogenic Shock Master Class Industry Events Meet the Trialist Health Tech Competition
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Satellite Events Council Events

Sunday's Schedule – all times are CST (UTC -6)
Time	Activity
6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.	Satellite Events
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Science & Technology Hall (9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Heart Hub Simulation Zone (9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.) Industry Events Meet the Trialist
12:00 p.m to 4:45 p.m.	Presidential Session & Conner Lecture Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Heart Hub Simulation Zone (11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Cardiogenic Shock Masterclass & 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Industry Events Meet the Trialist Health Tech Competition
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Satellite Events

Monday's Schedule – all times are CST (UTC -6)
Time	Activity
6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.	Satellite Events
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Science & Technology Hall (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) Heart Hub Simulation Zone (9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.) Cardiogenic Shock Masterclass Industry Events Meet the Trialist
12:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m.	Main Events Late-Breaking Science Concurrent Programming Simulation Zone (12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.) Heart Hub Industry Events Meet the Trialist
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.	Satellite Events (tentative)

NEW THIS YEAR: International Symposium

Friday, November 15
12:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

This program will focus on the diverse perspectives that AHA Science brings via experts, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to explore cutting-edge advancements in cardiovascular health. We will feature engaging panel discussions, where our volunteers in the field share insights on critical topics, while attendees will have a unique opportunity to actively participate in these discussions, fostering collaboration and shaping the "second century" vision of AHA research and practice.

The symposium is free to AHA Professional Members, but you must register to attend. The cost for non-members is $299.

Visas for International Attendees