Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine

News of the Cape Heart Institute of the University of Cape Town: Our team, the research & publications

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Cape Heart Institute Researcher Prof. Karen Sliwa and her team have published two new studies on treatment with bromocriptine and the possibility of subsequent pregnancy in women with Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
More: https://t.co/LbLRl4nbBa
#bromocriptine #PeripartumCardiomyopathy

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A childhood dream that began in the shadow of the University of Cape Town (UCT) has culminated in one of the world’s most prestigious honours for women scientists. More https://t.co/vE7M191S6d
#UNESCO #ChildrenWithCardiovascularDisease
#RheumaticHeartDisease #RHD

[Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine @CHI_UCT]

ISMRM 2026 featured an insightful presentation by Dr Olukayode Aremu on the comprehensive assessment of atrioventricular valve disorders.
More: https://t.co/kukLu0y2nx
#ISMRM2026 #chi #UCT

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World-renowned clinical #cardiologist Professor Karen Sliwa-Hahnle, who has dedicated her career to advancing research in priority heart-health areas – including #peripartumcardiomyopathy (PPCM) – has received the Order of Mapungubwe. More:https://t.co/LLHiiuSH19
#PPCM

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By breaking down the walls between research into the brain, the heart, the lungs and infectious disease, University of Cape Town (UCT) scholars are not only studying illness. More: https://t.co/vK9dpIsRP8 #uct #uctscholars #scientificresearch #infectiousdisease

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Cape Heart Institute Impact at ESC #HFA2026 Congress. CHI researchers showcased pioneering data specifically aimed at transforming cardiovascular care across Africa and bridging critical continental gaps in international health metrics. #HeartFailure26
https://t.co/qFRobkEm0M

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Last week saw our second annual Multi-Institute Symposium with the @UCTIDM , the @CHI_UCT (this year's phenomenal hosts), and the Lung Institute, on the theme of 'Translation'. A call to collaborative action. Read more: https://t.co/NrBhDhyGWa

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Congratulations to Prof @Sliwa1Karen on delivering the Philip Poole-Wilson Lecture HFA Lifetime Achievement awards at #HeartFailure26 👏🏻

Listen to her inspiring tips, clinical pearls, & reflections for young cardiologists; including how to overcome barriers, build resilience, & continue growing🫀

#HFAmotions @escardio @SotiriaLiori @corneliacrm @HFA_President

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Prof Karen Sliwa, the Director of the Cape Heart Institute at the University of Cape Town, received the prestigious European Cardiac Society Heart Failure Association Lifetime Achievement Award. Read more: https://t.co/VIjH1vMrG6 #heartfailure26 #HFA2026 #heartfailure #Heart

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Postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows are warmly invited to a #PostgraduateCareerWorkshop, hosted by the #CapeHeartInstitute on 06 May 2026, ahead of the Multi-Institute Symposium. More:https://t.co/UAWPF9YdLR #PostGraduateStudents #MultiInstituteSymposium

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A wave of pride and celebration has swept through the institute as Dr Julian Hoevelmann officially joins the ranks of accomplished graduates, marking a significant milestone in both academic and personal achievement. More: https://t.co/QjEEHOkEYJ

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In the World Heart Podcasts, host Pablo Perel and co-host Raul Santos are joined by Prof. Karen Sliwa and Prof. Amitava Banerjee to explore the ongoing impact of long COVID and its relationship with cardiovascular disease. https://t.co/DzDWJH9PKv

[Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine @CHI_UCT]

Professor Karen Sliwa invited to give a lecture at the Eduardo Mondlane University Hospital, Mozambique. #cvd
Read More: https://t.co/xyyMks0XYA

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We extend our sincere appreciation to Professor Peter Schwartz, CHI scientific advisory board member and collaborator, for delivering such a vibrant and inspiring lecture. Your passion and depth of knowledge captivated everyone in attendance.
More: https://t.co/1ghO3TxCqD

[Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine @CHI_UCT]

The much-anticipated Pocus course, hosted by the Institute, concluded on Sunday, February 23, with overwhelming success, drawing an impressive and widespread praise from attendees and health professionals alike. More:https://t.co/vRx1xiiRmu
#PocusCourse #Cardiology

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The Institute is pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming research meeting, “Genes and sudden death: a Smorgasbord", by Professor Peter Schwart, which will be held on 25 February 2026 at 12h00 in the Chris Barnard lecture room, 5th floor.
More: https://t.co/1ghO3TxCqD

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We are pleased to invite you to join an exciting course offered through a unique partnership between the Cape Heart Institute/Groote Schuur Hospital Clinic and the Saarland University Hospital in Homburg, Germany. More: https://t.co/kbogbIDUxH

[Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine @CHI_UCT]

The Institute is pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming research meeting, which will be held on 18 February 2026 at 12h00 in the Chris Barnard lecture room, 5th floor. #CHI #Cardiology #Heart
https://t.co/LQuH6iePv0

[Cape Heart Institute | Global Medicine @CHI_UCT]

Researchers from the Cape Heart Institute (CHI) are shining a spotlight on Africa’s growing role in global cardiovascular research with their article, “Heart failure in Africa: putting Africa on the map.”
Read more: https://t.co/XwA2zl2d7P

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Prof Karen Sliwa, with colleagues from Germany, Mozambique, Iraq, Israel and the UK, has published an invited REVIEW & Opinion article for the prestigious journal, THE LANCET #PPCM #PeripartumCardiomyopathy #Cardiology #Cardio
Read more: https://t.co/oYmEYYyxYs

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The Department of Medicine hosted its 50th Annual Research Symposium on 8–9 October 2025, under the theme “A Vision for the Future Built on Strong Foundations of the Past and Present”. #ResearchSymposium #Medicine #clinicians
Read more: https://t.co/RwgEy66eHe