About the Heart Rhythm Society

Founded in 1979, the Heart Rhythm Society has a membership of over 4,500 physicians, scientists and associated professionals representing more than 70 countries. As the leading professional group representing the allied specialties of cardiac pacing and cardiac electrophysiology, the Society plays an important role not only in education, but also as an intermediary between government regulatory agencies and its members.

Professional Education Opportunities and Resources

The mission of Heart Rhythm Society's continuing education program is to enhance the ability of heart rhythm specialists worldwide to provide excellent patient care throughout their careers. This mission is accomplished by providing academically rigorous, year-round learning to physicians, scientists and healthcare professionals, using innovative teaching methods and advanced technologies in the Society's educational courses and symposia, enduring materials and year-round educational activities.

The Heart Rhythm Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians. CME credits and nursing contact hours are designated for educational programs, when applicable. Objectives, course content and faculty are overseen by the Education Committee.

The Society's Annual Scientific Sessions is held every year in May. Over 200 sessions are available in a variety of formats, including: core curricula, symposia, clinical tutorials, meet-the- expert panels, mini-courses, debates and state-of-the-art scientific abstracts. The Annual Scientific Sessions is the must attend event for anyone involved in research or delivery of arrhythmia care or services. No other offers the depth and breadth of information available at the Society's Annual Scientific Sessions.

Health Policy and Advocacy

Government regulations and Congressional legislation can impact patients, physicians and scientists, as much as what occurs in a hospital, physician's office or research laboratory. To encourage cooperation as well as the development and implementation of sound health care policies, the Heart Rhythm Society maintains a strong voice in Washington, DC through its network of volunteers who serve on the Health Policy Committee and with Heart Rhythm Society's dedicated health policy staff. The Society's advocacy efforts focus on issues of critical importance to the heart rhythm specialist, scientist and allied health personnel.

Location

Heart Rhythm Society
1400 K Street NW
Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005

Phone (202) 464-3400
Fax (202) 464-3401

info@HRSonline.org