Ontario Heart Docs

The Ontario Association of Cardiologists is a voluntary medical professional organization that champions the highest quality cardiac patient care in Ontario.

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

Proud to support the Jim Swan Lecture at #CSEcho2026 in Vancouver.

Honouring longtime OAC President Dr. Jim Swan and his lasting impact on cardiology and patient care.

Thank you to @OntHeartDocs Board member Dr. John Parker for his introduction and @JLindnerMD for an excellent talk.

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

It was great to see such a strong turnout and engagement at Saturday’s OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar.

Appreciate everyone who joined us (Toronto + virtual) and contributed to the discussion.

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

Final reminder: OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar this Saturday (April 25).

If you’re thinking about AI in your practice, clinic operations, or your next step, this is for you.

Toronto + Virtual
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Register: https://t.co/L3AFqk75Ok

Walk-in registration accommodated

[Eugene Crystal MD FRCPC @EugeneCrystal2]

Join us at the Annual practice seminar by Ontario Association of Cardiologists! In person and virtual registrations are now opened!
@OntariosDoctors
https://t.co/GSpVTZiK0e

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

The OAC welcomes investments in primary care and health infrastructure in #ONBudget2026.

As demand grows, timely access to specialty care, including cardiology services, will be essential to improving patient outcomes and system performance.

https://t.co/N1AL1yPib8

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

CMPA Council election underway in Ontario (to April 22).

Cardiology representation at the Council table matters.

Dr. Katy Shufelt, an interventional cardiologist at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, has served on CMPA Council since 2017 and has been selected as incoming CMPA President, subject to the outcome of this election.

Ontario physicians are encouraged to participate: https://t.co/VOp9zZmLcI #cardiology

[University Health Network @UHN]

Can a smartwatch detect signs of heart failure?

A UHN‑led study published in @NatureMedicine found that smartwatch data can flag worsening heart failure risk before unplanned care is needed, opening the door to earlier treatment.

Read more: https://t.co/uick4Yj8f4

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

@IWASchool @EugeneCrystal2 @adribaran Thanks for sharing. Really appreciate the support.

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

OAC has launched a Cardiology Career Opportunities page 🫀
🔹 Practice & locum opportunities across Ontario
🔹 Updated regularly
Explore here:
https://t.co/wSaxD1RNuX

[Dr Pandey Cardiology @Dr_Pandey_Heart]

Join us for #HealthyHeartDay, a FREE virtual event with experts discussing #obesity, #diabetes, #nutrition, and #heart #health

Learn practical strategies to improve your health and the people you love.

📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
📩 Register: [email protected]

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

.@OntHeartDocs participated in Ontario’s budget consultations earlier this year, highlighting the essential role cardiology services play across Ontario’s health system.

We look forward to the 2026 Ontario Budget being tabled on March 26.

#ONpoli

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

Registration is now open for the 2026 OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Sutton Place Hotel, Toronto (virtual option available)
Topics include AI scribes in clinical practice, legal considerations for evolving practice structures, financial planning, and the changing landscape of community cardiology.

Register: https://t.co/pyTghxVroF

#Cardiology

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

Clearing up heart attack myths helps people recognize symptoms sooner.

[University Health Network @UHN]

Dr. Mali Worme, Cardiologist at UHN's @PMunkCardiacCtr debunks 3 myths about heart attacks. Understanding the facts supports earlier recognition and can help save a life.

Learn more about these common misconceptions as Heart Month comes to a close:
https://t.co/VQHS6iimfc

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

Yesterday, @OntHeartDocs held a webinar for cardiologists to review upcoming changes to the OHIP Schedule of Benefits and the 2027 proposal cycle affecting cardiology practice across Ontario.

Thank you to all who joined. We will continue to provide updates as this work progresses.

[Peter Munk Cardiac Centre @PMunkCardiacCtr]

A real-time procedure at @UHN @PMunkCardiacCtr became both a life‑saving intervention and a global learning experience for clinicians.

Dr. Sanjog Kalra’s live case at @TCTMD showcased how shared expertise improves cardiac care worldwide.

Read more: https://t.co/6k91h1nhLF

[Dr Pandey Cardiology @Dr_Pandey_Heart]

#Heartdisease is largely preventable—and prevention starts with you ❤️
This #HeartMonth, focus on what protects your #heart: movement, #Nutrition, #sleep, #stress management, and healthy habits.
Small steps can add years of healthy life.
Learn more 👉 https://t.co/IUeT3ZItGG

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

A pleasure to participate in a Cardiology Schedule of Benefits update session at @IWASchool this morning, including EP.

Good questions and discussion focused on upcoming changes and options for better aligning the Schedule with contemporary EP clinical practice.
#Electrophysiology

[Winter Arrhythmia @IWASchool]

🫀 IAS 2026 – International Arrhythmia School | Feb 6–8, Collingwood, Canada ✅ Earn CME / accreditation credits 📚 High-level, practical arrhythmia program 🔎 Program: https://t.co/mOTJmYGmTw 📝 Register: https://t.co/4LhtaRewFE
@EugeneCrystal2 @adribaran

[Eugene Crystal MD FRCPC @EugeneCrystal2]

This CME accredited event @BlueMtnVillage is still accepting registrants @OntariosDoctors @UofT @Sunnybrook @adribaran

[Ontario Heart Docs @OntHeartDocs]

OAC Board member Dr. John Parker took time out of a busy day in the cardiac catheterization laboratory yesterday to appear virtually before Ontario legislators at the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs.

His message was clear and measured:

Ontario’s outpatient cardiology system delivers excellent, timely care in the community, but its sustainability is increasingly fragile.

Maintaining access to high-quality cardiac care close to home will require targeted support for outpatient infrastructure, staffing, and operational capacity.

This is about strengthening what works, before pressures compromise patient access.