For more than five decades, Cardiology magazine has been the ACC's flagship member publication, serving as a trusted source of knowledge, perspective and connection for cardiovascular professionals worldwide. What began in the 1970s as a simple, one-color member newsletter has grown into a dynamic, much-read publication that reflects the ever-changing landscape of cardiovascular medicine and the needs of ACC members.

Over the years, Cardiology has chronicled the evolution of cardiovascular care, spotlighted emerging trends and provided a forum for commentary and thought leadership. It has introduced readers to current and future leaders in the field, shared inspiring stories and delivered insights that help shape practice and policy. Through all these changes, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to delivering high-quality journalism and member value.

As we look toward the New Year, we're excited to announce that Cardiology is evolving once again – this time with you, our readers, at the center of the transformation. We've listened carefully to your feedback and studied publishing trends to ensure that the magazine continues to meet your needs in a fast-paced, digital-first world. The result? A refreshed Cardiology magazine designed to be more portable, more streamlined and more impactful.

Starting in 2026, you'll notice a few key changes:

• A Smaller, More Portable Print Format: We're introducing a size that's easier to carry and read on the go, without sacrificing the depth and quality you expect.
• Streamlined Frequency: To align with your preferences and optimize content delivery, Cardiology will publish 10 issues per year instead of monthly. This change allows us to focus on delivering richer, more curated content in every issue. Look for combined issues in January/February and July/August.

While the look and feel may be new, some things will never change. You can continue to count on:

• Trusted, High-Quality Journalism: Our editorial standards remain as rigorous as ever.
• Insightful, Inspiring Stories: From clinical breakthroughs to personal journeys, we'll keep bringing you the stories that matter.
• A Steadfast Commitment to Excellence and Member Value: Every page is crafted with your professional growth and engagement in mind.
• A Continued Digital Presence: Find us online at ACC.org/Cardiology and look for our regular eTOC email highlighting the latest content and online-only features.

These updates reflect our ongoing mission: to evolve with you and deliver the knowledge, perspective, and connection that define the ACC community. We believe these changes will make Cardiology even more relevant and enjoyable, and we hope you agree.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Here's to a new chapter for Cardiology magazine in 2026 – redesigned, refreshed and ready to serve you better. Happy holidays to all who celebrate.