Welcome to ACC’s Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Member Section!

Eugenia Gianos, MD, FACC

Eugenia Gianos, MD, FACC
Chair
@eugeniagianos

The ACC Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Section was created in March 2014 and emerged from the original ACC Prevention Committee when it became clear that cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention, both nationally and globally, was becoming a key priority of the college. Today, the prevention section is one of the most active and important groups.

The section's mission is to promote CVD prevention to our patients and cardiovascular team through advocacy, education, and research. The section serves as the primary home for ACC members interested in the broad area of CVD prevention. It includes members who are experts and leaders in all aspects of prevention, including cardiac imaging, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiometabolic disorders and diabetes, CVD risk assessment, digital strategy, disparities of care, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, nutrition and tobacco cessation.

Join the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Section — Today!

The Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Member Section is only able to accomplish its mission through support from members. Members can join online by clicking here or by contacting ACC Member Care at (800) 253-4636, ext. 5603; or direct dial (202) 375-6000.

Already a member of the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.

As our membership grows, so does the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Member Section's opportunities to impact College policies and provide additional member benefits.

Section Announcements

Section News

Event

Explore the Future of CV Prevention

August 10, 2026

Upcoming Event

Join global cardiovascular leaders for the Valentin Fuster Cardiovascular Symposium taking place in New York City from Dec. 11-13. Join Course Director Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, and internationally renowned faculty to explore the year’s most impactful advances in cardiovascular medicine, from GLP-1 therapies and obesity management to blood pressure control, lipid disorders and cardiovascular prevention. Don’t miss sessions such as “Evolving Impact of Risk Factors on Systemic Microvasculature”, “WHO Guideline on Obesity as a Huge Epidemiological Problem” and more. Gain practical, evidence-based insights you can apply immediately to improve patient care. Learn more and register by Aug. 25 to SAVE!

Education

Support Heart Health During National Immunization Awareness Month

August 3, 2026

Education

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a timely opportunity to remind patients that staying up to date on recommended vaccines can help protect heart health. Respiratory illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can increase the risk of serious complications for people with cardiovascular disease. ACC’s CardioSmart offers multiple resources on this subject, including an infographic on respiratory infection showing how patients can protect their heart during flu season. Download the free infographic and explore additional patient education resources in the Respiratory Infections and Your Heart hub.

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Resources