Programming - Scientific Sessions

We can't wait to see you in New Orleans!

Programming plans are underway for #AHA25 this fall! Keep checking this page later this year to see 2025 information as it is finalized.

If you haven't been to Scientific Sessions before, explore the schedule-at-a-glance from #AHA24 below.

#AHA24 Schedule-at-a-Glance

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)
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NEW THIS YEAR: International Symposium

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.