The 13th Annual
Women's Heart Symposium
We’re thrilled to welcome you to the 13th Annual Women’s Heart Symposium, taking place Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the iconic Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica, with a live virtual option available.
This one-day experience brings together leading cardiologists, researchers, and advocates for an inspiring deep dive into women’s cardiovascular health. From prevention and risk reduction to lifestyle strategies and cutting-edge medical advances, this is where science meets real-world impact.
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Expect a full day of insight and connection, featuring expert talks, dynamic panel discussions, curated gifts, delicious food, and plenty of opportunities to engage with fellow attendees.
This year’s program goes deeper than ever. Our renowned speakers and panelists will explore the emerging science behind environmental toxins and the heart, unpacking topics like microplastics, “forever chemicals” (PFAS), wildfire smoke and contaminants, and what the latest research reveals about their effects on women’s cardiovascular health.
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The day begins with a buffet breakfast and morning of compelling presentations, followed by interactive panel discussions after a buffet lunch, designed to spark conversation, challenge assumptions, and leave you with knowledge you can put into practice.
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Whether you attend in person or online, join us for a powerful day of learning, community, and momentum toward better heart health for women.
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities here!
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For over a decade The Women's Heart Symposium has curated a unique thought leadership-driven solution to educate medical professionals and the public on leading issues in women's cardiovascular health and related issues. Each year hundreds gather in person and online to hear engaging talks, thought-provoking panels and an array of exhibitors showcasing the latest in related medical technologies. ​​
Speakers (More to be Announced)
Keynote Speaker | Dr Sanjay Rajagopalan, MD, MBA, FACC, FAHA​ | Cardiologist
Ashraf Elsyaegh, MD FCCP FAASM | Pulmonologist
Rigved Tadwalkar, MD FACC | Cardiologist
Francesca Cazzulino, MD | Cardiologist
Christiane Schaeffler, MD FACC | Cardiologist
Sarina Van Der Zee, MD FACC | Cardiologist
Nicole Weinberg, MD FACC | Cardiologist​
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Dr. Sanjay Rajagopalan, MD, MBA, FACC, FAHA
Dr. Sanjay Rajagopalan is the Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine for University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute, the Herman K. Hellerstein, MD Professor of Cardiovascular Research, and Director of the Case Cardiovascular Research Institute at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Dr. Rajagopalan completed internal medicine training, including serving as Chief Resident, at SUNY (Buffalo, New York), Clinical and Research Fellowships in Cardiovascular Medicine/Vascular Biology at the Emory University School of Medicine (Atlanta, Georgia) and Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging training at Duke University Medical Center (Durham, North Carolina).
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Dr. Rajagopalan is among an elite group of physician scientists whose work has helped transform global perceptions of the impact of the environment on cardiovascular health. He is passionate about technology innovation in cardiovascular medicine for the development of personalized approaches to heart disease prevention.
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Dr. Rajagopalan is an elected member of the American Society of Clinical Investigation (ASCI), American Association of Physicians (AAP), Association of University Cardiologists (AUC) and the Association of Professors of Cardiology (APC).
