ESC Congress

ESC Congress 2026 in Munich will feature a broad programme spanning every major cardiology subspecialty—combining late-breaking clinical trials, guideline-relevant updates, and practical education. The 2026 spotlight theme is Artificial Intelligence, focusing on how AI is increasingly being integrated into cardiovascular diagnosis, decision-making and care delivery.

Who the audience is and how many attend

Audience

• Cardiologists across all subspecialties (interventional, electrophysiology, heart failure, imaging, prevention, etc.)
• Clinical researchers and trialists presenting new data and outcomes evidence
• Nurses and allied health professionals in cardiovascular care
• Health system leaders and digital/innovation teams applying new models of care
• Industry partners across devices, diagnostics, digital health, data/AI and therapeutics

Scale

• Attendees: 30,000+ participants (commonly cited for ESC Congress)
• A major multi-day congress with extensive scientific sessions and a substantial exhibition/industry presence

What to expect

• Late-breaking trials, cutting-edge science and clinical updates that influence cardiology practice and research priorities
• Strong content across imaging, prevention, interventional cardiology, rhythm disorders, heart failure and vascular disease
• Dedicated focus on AI in cardiology, including practical applications and real-world implementation considerations
• High-density networking and collaboration opportunities across global cardiology stakeholders
• A large industry exhibition showcasing cardiovascular technologies and solutions

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