Where innovation meets inspiration in cardiac care

Join clinicians, researchers, allied health professionals, and thought leaders from across Australia for the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association (ACRA)—a three-day celebration of cardiovascular science, clinical excellence, and transformative care. 

 

Event Snapshot 

*Preliminary Program*

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Pre-Conference Symposium

Sunday 10th August, 2025 | 12:30–5:45 PM
Theme: Obesity and its effects on cardiovascular health

• Focused presentations on AF in women, rural obesity, and telehealth dietary interventions

• Evening Welcome Reception from 6:00 PM

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Day 1 – Monday 11th August, 2025

• Opening keynote by Prof. Rod Taylor

• Insights into virtual cardiac rehab with Prof. Jennifer Jones

• 🏆 Alan Goble Distinguished Service Award presentation

• Research & moderated poster sessions

• Psychocardiology keynote by Prof. Alun Jackson

• Interactive workshops on planetary health & cardiovascular risk

• 🌙  Gala Dinner – “An Enchanted Evening” at The Garden Room, Roma Street Parklands

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Day 2 – Tuesday 12th August, 2025

•  Start your day with laughter yoga

• Keynote on heat and heart failure by A/Prof. Surendran Sabapathy

• Sonography + AI showcase

•  Clinical excellence & innovation sessions

• 🎓 SOLVE-CHD scholarships + prize announcements

• Rehab through dance, stroke recovery, and social media for CR education

• Closing with Heart Foundation updates and 2026 ASM reveal

 

Stay Tuned

• Speaker bios & full program coming soon!

• 📝 This is a preliminary program* — but please feel free to have a look and get an idea of what's in store!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​