Cardio-Rheumatology Symposium 2026: Bridging Immunology, Cardiovascular Innovation & Precision Care
Cardio-Rheumatology Symposium 2026: Bridging Immunology, Cardiovascular Innovation & Precision Care
6.75 ACCME Credits. In-Person & Virtual Conference
May 29, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (ET)

More information coming soon!


Program Overview

IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
Columbia University Medical Center invites you to join the leading educators from Columbia University,
 addressing Cardio-Rheumatology an 8-hour, in- person, CME-accredited meeting dedicated to advancing expertise in the dynamic field of cardio-rheumatology. This comprehensive educational event will focus on the most current topics, including inflammatory cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, pericarditis, cardiac sarcoidosis and novel therapies for pericarditis. We will also explore the latest findings on inflammation and atherosclerosis, emphasizing their relevance to cardiology and rheumatology. The symposium will highlight the critical interaction between cardiology and rheumatology, encouraging a multidisciplinary, team-based approach to managing complex conditions. We will address a range of autoimmune and autoinflammatory disease states involving the myocardium and pericardium, presenting the latest research and therapeutic advancements.

NOTE: In-person registration includes light breakfast and lunch

Learning Objectives

- Identify cardiac diseases resulting from inflammatory processes.

- Target skills in managing complex cardio-inflammatory conditions.

- Discuss the latest advancements in managing pericarditis, with a particular emphasis on recurrent pericarditis.

Video Access

Following the program, all registrants will have access to lecture video recordings for ONE month.

Joint Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Columbia University. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
 Professions in scope for this activity are listed below. Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163.


Physicians


Amedco LLC designates this live virtual activity for a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Nurse Practitioners
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) recognizes the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as approved accreditors and allow reciprocity for AANPCP continuing education credit. 

Physician Assistants
The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification for PAs. Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. PAs should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

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Friday, May 29
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Setting the Stage: Why Cardio-Rheumatology Matters Now More Than Ever
8:45 AM - 9:05 AM
8:45 AM - 9:05 AM
Teja Kapoor MD, Assistant Professor, Rheumatology, Columbia
9:05 AM - 9:25 AM
9:05 AM - 9:25 AM
Dor Lotan MD Assistant Professor, Cardiology, Columbia
9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
9:25 AM - 9:55 AM
Enrico Ammirati MD, PhD, Asst. Professor, Niguarda Hospital, Milan, Italy, & Milano-Bicocca University, Monza, Italy
9:55 AM - 10:05 AM
9:55 AM - 10:05 AM
10:05 AM - 10:25 AM
10:05 AM - 10:25 AM
Andrew Einstein MD, PhD Professor, Cardiology, Columbia
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM
10:25 AM - 10:45 AM
Miro Sekulic MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Pathology & Cell Biology, Columbia
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Moderator: Nir Uriel MD Panelists: Adam Mor MD, PhD Dor Lotan MD; Jay Leb MD Michael Garshickv MD Case Presentations: Cardiology & Rheumatology Fellows
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Milton Packer MD, Baylor Heart & Vascular Institute, Baylor University Medical Center
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Yiming Luo MD, Assistant Professor Rheumatology, Columbia
1:20 PM - 1:40 PM
1:20 PM - 1:40 PM
Estefania Oliveros MD Assistant Professor, Cardiology, Columbia
1:40 PM - 1:50 PM
1:40 PM - 1:50 PM
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM
1:50 PM - 2:10 PM
Maria Salgado MD, Assistant Professor, Rheumatology, Columbia Kyung (David) Oh MD Assistant Professor, Cardiology, Columbia
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
Bella Mehta MBBS, MS, MD Assistant Professor, Rheumatology, HSS
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Anca Askanase MD, Professor of Medicine, Rheumatology, Columbia
2:50 PM - 3:10 PM
2:50 PM - 3:10 PM
Jayant K. Raikhelkar MD, Assistant Professor, Cardiology, Columbia
3:10 PM - 3:20 PM
3:10 PM - 3:20 PM
3:20 PM - 4:00 PM
3:20 PM - 4:00 PM
Moderator: Teja Kapoor MD Panelists: Stephanie Purisch MD Jennifer Haythe MD; Anca Askanase MD Case Presentations: Cardiology, Rheumatology & MFM Fellows
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Course Directors
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology
Columbia University
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Columbia University
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology
Columbia University
Herbert and Florence Irving Associate Professor of Rheumatology (in Medicine) to Honor Dr. Ralph Blume Chief, Division of Rheumatology
Columbia University
COURSE DIRECTOR
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Milano-Bicocca University
SPEAKER
Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
NYU Langone Health
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Hospital of Special Surgery
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Assistant Professor, Cardiology
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Rheumatology
SPEAKER
Columbia University Medical Center
SPEAKER
Associate Professor of Pathology and Cell Biology

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Registration Fees

Registration Options
Attend In-Person - MD
199.00 USD
Attend In-Person - RN, NP, PA
129.00 USD
Attend In-Person - CUIMC/NYP
99.00 USD
Attend In-Person - Fellows & Residents (with valid ID)
60.00 USD
Industry - In-Person (non-supporting)
400.00 USD
Industry - Virtual Program
400.00 USD
Virtual Conference - MD
299.00 USD
Virtual Conference - NP, RN, PA
249.00 USD
Virtual Conference - Fellows & Residents (with valid ID)
149.00 USD
Virtual Conference - Retiree
100.00 USD

LOCATION
Myrna Daniels Auditorium, Milstein Building 177 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032
Location: Myrna Daniels Auditorium, Milstein Building 177 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY 10032