The global community of heart rhythm experts will gather in Paris from 12 to 14 April 2026 for EHRA 2026, the annual meeting of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), a branch of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Professor Natasha de Groot, Co-Chair of the EHRA Scientific Program Committee, explained: “With around one in three to one in five people likely to develop a heart rhythm disorder during their lifetime, it has never been more important to bring together heart rhythm experts to expand our knowledge and discuss the latest advances.”
This year’s program, with the theme ‘Unraveling Arrhythmia Management’, will focus on innovations that are transforming the field. For example, the new Digital Cardiology track will discuss various ways in which digital methods, including artificial intelligence, can be incorporated into daily practice to improve aspects such as risk prediction, diagnosis, and monitoring. ”
Professor Natasha de Groot, European Heart Rhythm Association
“This edition is bold,” said Dr. Stilianos Zeis, co-chair of the EHRA Scientific Program Committee. “We don’t just discuss the latest technologies and devices, we bring them to life through practical sessions and hands-on workshops,” he says, highlighting live cases carried out by international experts and a simulation village where participants can improve their practical skills.
Over 100 scientific submissions were made to this year’s Modern Science program. Professor José Luis Merino, EHRA Scientific Program Committee Member and Past President of EHRA, said: “The number of applications in 2026 has doubled compared to 2025, but it’s not just the quantity; the quality of the trials is also excellent.” One of the main topics covered in the Current Science program concerns optimizing the management of heart failure patients requiring cardiac resynchronization therapy. Other cutting-edge science presentations will focus on different ablation techniques to treat the growing number of patients with atrial fibrillation, exploring ways to deliver more effective treatments faster.
The expert-led clinical advice is set out in a new scientific statement developed by EHRA in collaboration with other ESC associations and other international heart rhythm societies. This includes statements from the EHRA and the European Association for Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions (EAPCI) regarding echocardiographic imaging from within the heart during invasive electrophysiological procedures.
Five sessions will be held in Paris designed to ensure that patients’ voices are heard loud and clear and provide a platform for patients to share their experiences. “With so much discussion about advanced technology and the latest treatments, it is important for us as medical professionals to stay informed about how arrhythmia and its treatment impact the lives of our patients,” said Dr. Zeis. “With new data, new technology and new perspectives, EHRA 2026 promises to enlighten us all,” he concluded.
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European Society of Cardiology (ESC)
