New Horizons in Cardiomyopathy 2025

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  • Published:  28 February 2025
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About the episode

Presentations

  • Working with the Haematologist: Cardiac Complexities and Complications During Chemotherapy
  • Advanced Treatment Strategies for AL Amyloidosis: Device Therapy and Transplant Options
  • Treatment Options for Advanced Cardiomyopathy and Frail Patients: Do They Differ?
Overview

Radcliffe Cardiology was proud to host New Horizons in Cardiomyopathy 2025 (NHC), specially focused on cardiac amyloidosis and cardiomyopathy diagnosis and treatment.  

 

Day 1 focused on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), with a detailed exploration of HCM and an emphasis on emerging therapies and management strategies. Day 2 focused on amyloidosis, providing a comprehensive update on the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac amyloidosis, along with insights into the latest research and clinical practices.

 

The course directors, Prof Rodney Falk (Brigham and Women’s Hospital, US), Prof Perry Elliott (University College London, UK), and Prof Marianna Fontana (University College London, UK), led a distinguished group of faculty members who are renowned experts in the field of cardiac amyloidosis and HCM. 
 

NHC was designed to educate healthcare professionals on the evolving management practices in cardiac amyloidosis and cardiomyopathy in an informal and engaging learning environment featuring thought-provoking presentations, cases and practical masterclasses.

 

 *Please note, the live version of New Horizons in Cardiomyopathy was accredited. The on-demand version is not.

AstraZeneca and Bayer have provided a grant towards this independent project and has had no involvement in its creation or organisation.

Learning Objectives

  • Increase the awareness of at-risk patients
  • Improve understanding of screening procedures
  • Provide guidance on the use of imaging for diagnosis
  • Improve awareness on current and emerging treatment
  • Provide guidance on initiating treatment and managing comorbidities

Target Audience

  • Cardiologists (device implanters, heart failure)
  • Imaging Specialists
  • Electrophysiologists
  • Primary Care
  • Haematologists
  • Cardiac Nurse Practitioners

More from this programme

Part 1

Day 1: Session 1 – The Cardiomyopathy Mindset

In this opening session of NHC, presentations cover the basics of cardiomyopathy diagnosis, including when to suspect it and overview of the diagnostic pathway. The faculty present on clinical indicators for suspicion and discuss case studies. 

Part 2

Day 1: Session 2 – The Diagnostic Pathway

Session 2 focuses on the diagnostic pathway. Faculty discuss assessing the ventricular function in the diagnosis of cardiomyopathy, diagnostic tools and phenotyping.

Part 3

Day 1: Session 3 – The Management of Cardiomyopathy

This session highlights the critical role of risk stratification and prognostic assessment in the management of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The discussion also delves into the management strategies tailored to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients through a case study approach. 

Part 4

Day 2: Session 1 – Amyloidosis Specific Diagnosis

This session covers amyloidosis diagnosis, featuring a case study on key clinical clues. It explores scintigraphy challenges and CMR imaging's role in cardiac amyloidosis.

Part 5

Day 2: Session 2 – Implementation in Practice

The faculty dive into a complex case, examining the challenges of both diagnosing and managing a patient, providing valuable insights into navigating such multifaceted scenarios.

Part 6

Day 2: Session 3 – Phenotyping Management Strategies

This session focuses on phenotyping management strategies for amyloidosis. The faculty discuss collaborating with haematologists to address cardiac complexities and complications that arise during chemotherapy. 

Part 7

Day 2: Session 4 – The Treatment Horizon

In the final session of the event, faculty provide an overview of recently completed and on-going trials.

Faculty Biographies

Marianna Fontana

Marianna Fontana

Professor of Cardiology and Honorary Consultant Cardiologist

Prof Marianna Fontana is Professor of Cardiology and Honorary Consultant Cardiologist at the National Amyloidosis Centre, Division of Medicine, University College London, London, UK.

Her main clinical and research interests include the delivery of efficient and effective care for patients with amyloidosis, with a particular focus on new technologies.

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Rodney Falk

Rodney Falk

Associate Professor

Dr Rodney Falk is a prominent figure in the field of cardiology, holding the esteemed position of director for the Cardiac Amyloidosis Program and serving as a specialist in cardiovascular medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH). In addition, he is an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, reflecting his involvement in both clinical practice and academia. 

Dr Falk's academic journey commenced with the acquisition of his medical degree from the University of Birmingham Medical School in the United Kingdom. His rigorous training encompasses a trio of residencies: one in internal medicine at Brook General Hospital, another in internal medicine at City Hospital, and a cardiology program at King's College Hospital, all situated in London, UK. Complementing his extensive background, he furthered his expertise with a cardiology fellowship at Harvard School of Public Health, emphasizing his dedication to continued learning and…

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João R Agostinho

João R Agostinho

Dr João R. Agostinho is a prominent cardiologist and researcher based in Lisbon, Portugal. He is affiliated with several esteemed institutions, including the Hospital Universitário de Santa Maria, the Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Norte (CHULN), and the Lisbon School of Medicine at the Universidade de Lisboa.

Dr Agostinho has a strong focus on cardiology, having served as a graduate teaching assistant in cardiology since 2012 and in introduction to clinical medicine since 2010.

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Sarah Cuddy

Sarah Cuddy

Dr Sarah Cuddy, an expert in cardiovascular medicine, specializes in amyloidosis and cardiovascular imaging at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). Holding the position of instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School, she brings a wealth of expertise to her field.

Dr Cuddy completed her medical studies in Ireland and pursued her internal medicine and cardiology training through the Royal College of Physicians, Ireland. She joined BWH for her non-invasive cardiovascular imaging fellowship and furthered her specialization with a dedicated fellowship in cardiac amyloidosis.

Her clinical practice revolves around the comprehensive care of patients grappling with amyloidosis, aligning closely with her primary research focus. Dr. Cuddy's dedication extends to her involvement with the BWH amyloidosis program, underscoring her commitment to advancing patient care and research in this area.
 

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Ahmad Masri

Ahmad Masri

Dr Ahmad Masri M.D., M.S. trained in Internal Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic.

He specialises in caring for patients with conditions that result in abnormally thickened hearts, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, amyloidosis and Fabry’s disease.

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