ASPC CVD Prevention Training Academy

Congratulations to our 2026 ASPC Training Academy Class

We are proud to announce the 50 exceptional clinicians, researchers, and health professionals selected for this year's ASPC Training Academy — one of preventive cardiology's most prestigious professional development programs.

These rising leaders represent some of the future of cardiovascular prevention. Please join us in congratulating:

Abena Agyekum | Alex Gyftopoulos | Amier Haidar | Amrin Kharawala | Anuj Kalpesh Chokshi | Ayeeshik Kole | Ayodipupo Oguntade | Bede N. Nriagu | Bilal Khan Mohammed | Carol Fernandez Hazim | Chan Hee Choi | Danh Nguyen | Emily K. Mewborn | Emily Keamy-Minor | Faisal Kirdar | Frank Weigel | Gregory Olenginski | Ian Everitt | Ido Avivi | Jackeline Vajta | Jennifer Garrow | Jessica Holtzman | Jimin Hwang | Josiah Bennett | Kara Morton | Katarina Leyba | Keston Rattan | Kyle Clay | Mahsima Shabani | Maria Paulina Hernandez | Melis Sahinoz | Mohan Satish | Natalie Marrero | Nick Ashburn | Nikita Jhawar | Patton McClelland | Pristine Mei | Rakendu Jayasree Rajendran | Rodolfo Alves Lopes | Saeid Mirzai | Shaitalya (Shay) Vellanki | Shanice Glasco | Sierra Fleming | Sierra Sullivan | Sowda Ahmed | Stefan Milutinovic | Sukrit Narula | Toluwalase Awoyemi | Victor Becerra Gonzales | Yulith Roca

Overview

The American Society for Preventive Cardiology (ASPC) Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Training Academy is a comprehensive, one-day program designed to provide participants with a thorough introduction to preventive cardiology. This course is held one day prior to the ASPC 2026 Congress on CVD Prevention.

This course covers core topics in preventive cardiology, from lipid and hypertension management to cardiovascular imaging for risk assessment, to novel risk factors and emerging therapies. Participants will engage in case-based learning, interactive panel discussions, and sessions focused on emerging therapies and timely topics in cardiovascular disease prevention. Networking opportunities with faculty and ASPC leadership are integrated throughout the day, fostering meaningful connections among participants and leaders in preventive cardiology.

The Academy concludes with an overview of ASPC initiatives and guidance on engaging with the organization. This program is ideal for early-career clinicians, fellows, and residents seeking to advance their expertise and contribute to the evolving field of preventive cardiology.

All successful applicants receive travel stipends to cover attendance at the meeting and complimentary registration to the ASPC Congress on CVD Prevention in Scottsdale, AZ, July 31-August 2, 2026.*

*The ASPC CVD Prevention Training Academy travel stipend is valid for U.S. domestic air travel only.

Agenda

The ASPC Training Academy is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors:

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Sponsors

Class of 2025 Training Academy Attendees & Faculty