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Scientific Sessions 2020
Scientific Sessions: Nov. 14–16
Dallas, Texas
Related Councils
Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia (CVSA)
Council members are American Heart Association (AHA) volunteers. CVSA includes surgeons, anesthesiologists and scientists interested in cardiac, vascular and thoracic interventions. The council is involved in a full range of American Heart Association activities, including basic science and clinical trials. Specific goals of the council are to improve application of established surgical procedures and anesthetic techniques, increase awareness of new issues in the field of cardiovascular surgery and anesthesia, and disseminate new knowledge to increase the number of patients who may benefit from safer and more effective surgical treatment.
Michael Fischbein, MD, PhD
Chair, Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia
Council on Quality of Care and Outcomes Research (QCOR)
The Council on Quality of Care and Outcomes Research (QCOR) provides a forum for a multidisciplinary group of volunteers committed to making a substantial contribution to reducing the burden of heart disease and stroke through improving healthcare quality and patient outcomes.
William Borden, MD, FAHA
Chair, Council on Quality of Care and Outcomes Research
