The Lillehei Heart Institute

03/27/2026

Congratulations, Andrew!

Congratulations to Cardiovascular Medicine Chief Fellow Andrew Hughes, MD, on co-authoring a new European Heart Journal review on wearable tech in cardiovascular care—covering clinical uses, AI, evidence gaps, and barriers to adoption.

Read more: http://z.umn.edu/b6on

03/27/2026

Addressing a global epidemic affecting 1% of the population, the University of Minnesota has launched a specialized Pulmonary Hypertension fellowship. Learn more about the exciting new program that is currently taking applications.
https://z.umn.edu/pulmonary-hypertension-fellowship

03/20/2026

Registration open!! 🗓️ The ISHR North American Section 2026 - Twin Cities.
This year, we’re heading to the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis to focus on a vital mission: Promoting the Next Generation of Basic and Translational Scientists. Whether you’re an early-career investigator or a seasoned pro, this is the place to be for the latest in cardiovascular science. 🫀🔬
✅ Registration is now open! https://ishrnorthamerican.org/meetings/
See you in Minneapolis! 🏙️

03/20/2026

Great news! 🎉 Dr. Michael Zhang has been awarded a Career Development Award from the American Heart Association to help fight atrial fibrillation.

His work isn't just about treating heart rhythm disorders—it's about stopping them in their tracks by identifying the molecules that damage the heart muscle early on. Congratulations, Dr. Zhang, on this well-deserved recognition and funding!

Full story here: z.umn.edu/ZhangAHA

03/20/2026

Global hearts, local impact. 🌍❤️

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Jop van Berlo (UMN) and Dr. Silvia Guatimosim (UFMG, Brazil) have been honored with the American Heart Association’s International Visiting Professor Award!

This partnership creates an international bridge to advance our understanding of cardiovascular physiology and cardiac remodeling. When world-class experts in genetic engineering and molecular cardiology join forces, the potential for breakthrough discovery is limitless.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. van Berlo and Dr. Guatimosim on this incredible achievement! 🎉

03/03/2026

02/17/2026

Join us for the Department of Medicine’s Grand Rounds Series at 12:15 PM on Thursday, February 19, 2026, featuring Cardiovascular Medicine Associate Professor Selma Carlson, MD.
Dr. Carlson will present “Ischemic Heart Disease in Women – Role of Multimodality Imaging and Multidisciplinary Approach for Better Outcomes.”
In VCRC 299 & on Zoom.
🥪 Sandwiches available for in-person attendees.
Learn more and access login info: https://lnkd.in/gZJQ7wud

Join us for the Department of Medicine’s Grand Rounds Series at 12:15 PM on Thursday, February 19, 2026, featuring Cardiovascular Medicine Associate Professor Selma Carlson, MD.

Dr. Carlson will present “Ischemic Heart Disease in Women – Role of Multimodality Imaging and Multidisciplinary Approach for Better Outcomes.”

In VCRC 299 & on Zoom.

🥪 Sandwiches available for in-person attendees.

Learn more and access login info: https://lnkd.in/gZJQ7wud

02/13/2026

Today LHI Faculty & staff celebrate "Love Your Heart" Day to support women's heart health! 🫀🥰
Wanna join us? Share your own Go Red photos with hashtags and !

02/12/2026

As part of American Heart Month, try this yummy, heart-healthy recipe from the NIH!
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-living/healthy-foods/healthy-eating-recipes/chicken-and-mushroom-fricassee

02/10/2026

Save the date and secure your spot! 🗓️ The ISHR North American Section 2026 meeting is coming to the Twin Cities.

This year, we’re heading to the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis to focus on a vital mission: Promoting the Next Generation of Basic and Translational Scientists. Whether you’re an early-career investigator or a seasoned pro, this is the place to be for the latest in cardiovascular science. 🫀🔬

✅ Registration is now open! https://ishrnorthamerican.org/meetings/

See you in Minneapolis! 🏙️

02/09/2026

Join us every Monday in February for a heart-calming moment of mindfulness courtesy of the UMN Center for Spirituality & Healing.

02/06/2026

February is American Heart Month! ❤️ 🫀 Dr. Jeremy Van’t Hof shares tips to show your heart the love it deserves ➡️: https://bit.ly/3Qf2IkR.

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