EACVI Cardio Talk

With Giovanni Benfari, University of Verona, Verona - Italy and Sonia Borodzicz-Jazdzyk, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw - Poland. The first episode of the EACVI Journal Club podcast is dedicated to the topic of diagnostic accuracy in cardiovascular imaging.

With Emma Lane, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust - UK, and Sarah Birkhoelzer, University Dorset Hospital, Bournemouth - UK. In this episode of EACVI Cardio Talk On-the-Go, Sarah Birkhoelzer and Emma Lane preview the highlights of the EACVI 2025 Congress, taking place in Vienna from 11 to 13 December.  The conversation explores why EACVI has become the leading international meeting for multimodality cardiovascular imaging and what attendees can expect from this year's expanded and redesigned programme. Sarah and Emma discuss the congress's evolution into a fully integrated imaging meeting, uniting echocardiography, CMR, CT, and nuclear cardiology. They introduce major new features—including the Imaging Training Hub, hands-on practical sessions, a stronger focus on AI, and an enhanced early-career and allied health track. They also highlight key sessions in echo, CMR, and CT, from tricuspid regurgitation and cardio-oncology to spectral CT, acute coronary syndromes, and cardiomyopathies. The episode emphasises EACVI's commitment to multidisciplinary learning, practical skill-building, and fostering connections across the imaging community. Whether you are a trainee, technologist, nurse, or experienced imager, Sarah and Emma make a compelling case that EACVI 2025 is the must-attend meeting for anyone shaping the future of cardiovascular imaging. Tune in for an engaging preview that will help you plan your visit—and inspire you to join the imaging community in Vienna this December.

With John-Paul Carpenter, Mater Private Hospital, Dublin - Ireland, EACVI Certification and Accreditation Committee Co-Chair, and Luna Gargani, University of Pisa, Pisa - Italy, EACVI Certification and Accreditation Committee Co-Chair. Listen to this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk and learn from John-Paul Carpenter and Luna Gargani about EACVI certification programmes current available and how to apply. More information here: https://www.escardio.org/Education/Career-Development/Certification/eacvi-certification

With Sarah Birkhoelzer, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford - UK, and Edgar Argulian, Mount Sinai Morningside, New York - USA. In this episode, we explore a study by Edgar Argulian published in European Heart Journal – Imaging Methods and Practice (2025), which challenges the assumption that myocardial ischaemia on exercise echocardiography (ExE) is benign when coronary angiography shows no obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD). The study retrospectively analysed 84 patients with exercise-induced ischaemia but no obstructive CAD, subdividing them into those with normal coronaries (iNC) and non-obstructive CAD (iNOCAD). Over a median 3.2-year follow-up, patients with ischaemia—especially those with iNC—faced significantly higher rates of acute chest pain and adverse cardiovascular outcomes compared to matched controls. Notably, women were overrepresented in the iNC group and were less likely to be on cardioprotective medications. The findings suggest that what has often been labelled as a "false positive" ExE may in fact reflect underlying microvascular dysfunction, endothelial abnormalities, or vasospasm—particularly in women. This study calls for more tailored evaluation, vigilant follow-up, and optimized treatment strategies in patients with symptomatic ischaemia despite "normal" angiograms. Tune in as we unpack the implications for clinical practice and why we should stop dismissing these findings as incidental. - 

With Julia Grapsa, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Heart and Vascular Center, Boston - USA, Ana Maria G Almeida, Faculty of Medicine University of Lisbon, Lisbon - Portugal, and Sarah Birkhoelzer, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford - UK.   In this special episode, Sarah Birkhoelzer is joined by Julia Grapsa, Director of Education in Echocardiography at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and Ana Almeida, Professor of Cardiology at the University of Lisbon. Together, they lead the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) Gender and Equity Special Interest Group (SIG). The discussion opens with Julia reflecting on the group's origins and mission: to promote equity, inclusion, and representation in cardiovascular imaging across Europe and beyond. Ana highlights the group's key achievements, including pivotal publications such as the EACVI consensus document on multimodality imaging in women with cardiovascular disease—a must-read for clinicians and researchers alike. The episode also delves into the group's educational and community-building initiatives, from their active newsletter and Facebook community to interactive brainstorming sessions. Julia shares updates on their structured mentoring programme, supported by a competitive education grant, and Ana discusses ongoing research projects such as DOMINO and the VHD-W registry. Listeners will learn how to get involved with the SIG and why its mission is essential for both women and men in the field. This inspiring conversation highlights the power of collaboration in shaping a more inclusive future in cardiovascular medicine. 

With Sarah Moharem Elgamal, Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Liverpool - UK, and Denisa Muraru, University of Milan Bicocca, Milan - Italy.  In this engaging episode of EACVI Cardio Talk titled "Coffee break," we are delighted to interview Denisa Muraru, the next President of EACVI and a renowned expert in Cardiovascular Imaging. Throughout this episode, we learn about Denisa Muraru's journey, exploring the opportunities and challenges she has faced in her career. This insightful discussion also offers valuable advice and inspiration for cardiovascular imagers and researchers trying to identify their own path.

With Matteo Camelli, Polyclinic Santa Maria alle Scotte, Siena - Italy, and Rafael Vidal Perez, CHUAC, A Coruna - Spain. Listen to this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk and learn from Doctor Matteo Cameli about "Multimodality imaging for the evaluation and management of patients with long-term (durable) left ventricular assist devices. A clinical consensus statement of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging of the European Society of Cardiology". Link to the clinical consensus statement: https://academic.oup.com/ehjcimaging/article/25/10/e217/7706343"

With Nay Aung, Queen Mary University of London, London - UK and Bernhard Gerber, Cliniques Saint-Luc UCL, Brussels - Belgium. Listen to this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk and learn from Professor Bernhard Gerber about "How to evaluate cardiomyopathies by cardiovascular magnetic resonance parametric mapping and late gadolinium enhancement. Link to the article: https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjci/jeac051

With Marco Jan Wilhelm Gotte and Marielle Van de Veerdonk, Amsterdam University Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and Ross Thomson, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK. In this episode of EACVI CardioTalk, Ross Thomson interviews Marco Gotte and Marielle van de Veerdonk, cardiac MRI experts and pioneers in CMR-guided interventional procedures. They discuss the practicalities, advantages and pitfalls of CMR-guided right heart catheterisation, how this technique can be used to construct atrial and ventricular pressure-volume loops, and how these data can provide unique insights into the pathophysiology of heart disease. Recommended reading: Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging-guided right heart catheterizations for cardiac pressure-volume loop analyses https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjci/jeae074 

With David Bluemke, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health - USA, and Mihir Sanghvi, Queen Mary University of London - United Kingdom. In this episode, Mihir Sanghvi interviews David Bluemke, a world leader in the field of cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging. David discusses his role in the journey of CMR from rare technique to modality of choice in large-scale studies, how CMR research at population scale has benefitted cardiovascular science and provides insights from his years of international leadership roles to the next generation of cardiovascular imagers.

With Mark Schuuring, University of Twente, Enschede - The Netherlands, and Shehab Anwer, University Heart Center, Zurich - Switzerland. In this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk, learn from Mark Schuuring about Social Media Strategy and how to enhance the publication's visibility & empower professional dialogue around Cardiovascular Imaging and Research. Link to the article: https://academic.oup.com/ehjcimaging/article/25/9/1177/7656491

With Elena Romero Dorta, Charite University Hospital, Berlin - Germany and Elena Galli, Hospital Pontchaillou of Rennes, Rennes - France.  The recently published EACVI survey on radiation exposure in interventional echocardiography illustrates the high heterogeneity regarding radioprotection devices between centers and the low awareness of echocardiographers concerning their risk in this rapidly evolving field, which highlights the need of a systematic education of imagers on radioprotection measurements. Elena Romero Dorta takes you through the most relevant points of this article with the main author, Elena Galli, who tells us about her experience, the motivation behind this survey and the aspects to highlight according to her expertise. Link: https://academic.oup.com/ehjcimaging/article/25/6/727/7651011?login=false 

With Kevin Domingues, Hospital Garcia de Orta | CUF Santarém - Portugal, Elena Romero Dorta, Charite University Hospital, Berlin - Germany, and Andreas Hagendorff, University of Leipzig - Germany. In this special episode, host Kevin Domingues sits down with EuroEcho 2024 hosts, Elena Romero Dorta and Andreas Hagendorff, to get a sneak peek into what attendees can expect. Tune in to get pumped for the world leading #echofirst congress, taking place in Berlin from December 11th to 13th. In addition to the congress highlights, discover top tips for getting around Berlin, must-try local dishes and drinks, and pick up some handy German phrases to make the most of your visit! Mark your calendars and join us for three days of knowledge sharing, innovation, networking and some fun. All info here: https://www.escardio.org/Congresses-Events/EuroEcho/

With Alessia Gimelli, Nuclear Cardiology Unit, Fondazione Toscana G. Monasterio, Pisa - Italy, and Sara Moscatelli, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London - United Kingdom. Alessia Gimelli shares insights from her impressive career, offers valuable advice for the next generation of professionals and provides tips on key areas to focus on in the field. Don't miss this engaging and informative episode!

With Kevin Domingues, Hospital Garcia de Orta, Almada - Portugal, and Rebecca T. Hahn, Columbia University Medical Center, New York - United States of America. In this episode, Kevin Domingues interviews Rebecca T. Hahn, a leading expert on echocardiography and valvular heart disease who has been actively involved in research on those topics and is the author of many landmark publications on the tricuspid valve.  Over the past decade, there has been a surge of interest in the TV, driven by advancements in imaging techniques and therapeutic possibilities. These advancements have shed light on the progressive nature of TV disease and its significant impact on clinical outcomes, which were previously underappreciated. Join us for a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the imaging of the TV. Let's delve into the fascinating world of tricuspid valve (TV) imaging. Recommended recent related publications: - Tricuspid regurgitation: recent advances in understanding pathophysiology, severity grading and outcome | https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjci/jeac009 - Tricuspid Valve Academic Research Consortium Definitions for Tricuspid Regurgitation and Trial Endpoints | https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehad653 - Atrial secondary tricuspid regurgitation: pathophysiology, definition, diagnosis and treatment | https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae088 - Managing Implanted Cardiac Electronic Devices in Patients With Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2024.02.045 - Tricuspid valve disease and cardiac implantable electronic devices | https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehad783

With Theo Pezel, University Hospital of Lariboisiere, Paris - France, and Yohann Bohbot, University Hospital of Amiens - France. Theo Pezel interviews Yohann Bohbot about the latest EACVI survey on acute myocarditis. The discussion explores the major differences observed in the use of multimodality imaging for diagnosis, management, and follow-up of these patients and discusses future perspectives.  Link to the article

With Ana Maria G Almeida, Santa Maria University Hospital CHLN Lisbon Academic Medical Centre, Lisbon - Portugal, and Sara Moscatelli, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London - UK Listen to this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk and learn from Professor Ana Almeida about "Cardiovascular multimodality imaging in women: a scientific statement of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging of the European Society of Cardiology''. Link to the scientific statement

With Bernard Cosyns, University of Brussels, Brussels - Belgium and Kevin Domingues, Hospital Garcia de Orta | CUF Santarém - Portugal. Need a break? Grab some coffee and join Bernard Cosyns in this conversation with Kevin Domingues.  Tune in and listen to some entertaining stories from the immediate past President of the EACVI, including the highlights and challenges of his presidency, his research top 3 and his tips for the cardiac imager of the present and the future.

With Artur Evangelista, University Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona - Spain & Rafael Vidal-Perez, CHUAC, A Coruna - Spain. Listen to this new episode of EACVI Cardio Talk and learn from Doctor Artur Evangelista about "Multimodality imaging in thoracic aortic diseases: a clinical consensus statement from the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging and the European Society of Cardiology working group on aorta and peripheral vascular diseases". Link to the clinical consensus statement

With Eugenio Picano, Institute of Clinical Physiology (IFC), Pisa (Italy) & Kevin Domingues, CUF Santarém (Portugal). Are you aware stress echocardiography is currently so much more than assessing regional wall motion abnormalities? Do you know your ABC(DE)s? Join us for this captivating conversation where Prof. Eugenio Picano, whose name is completely inseparable from the topic of stress echo, dwelves into the recently published clinical consensus statement from the EACVI on "The clinical use of stress echocardiography in chronic coronary syndromes and beyond coronary artery disease". A must-listen and a must-read for everyone who is performing this technique and for everyone wanting a timely and focused update on this imaging modality. Link to the consensus statement