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Celebrating Excellence in Heart Failure Care

The Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) is set to shine a spotlight on notable individuals advancing heart failure treatment and research at its upcoming 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota from September 26 to 29. This prestigious event will honor awardees who have made significant contributions through their dedication, innovation, and leadership in the heart failure community.

Dr. Michael Felker, the current HFSA President, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "This year's awardees embody the very best of our heart failure community — leaders, innovators, caregivers, and advocates who have made a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families." This acknowledgment aligns with a momentous milestone for HFSA as it celebrates 30 years of service and excellence in heart health.

The recognized awards include:

• - Distinguished HFSA Member Award: Awarded to Robert Lee Page II, PharmD, MSPH from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. This accolade celebrates contributions to heart failure through academia and outreach.

• - Distinguished Leadership Award: Juan Aranda, MD, FACC from the University of Florida Health Heart and Vascular Hospital will receive this award for his mentorship and educational efforts within the field.

• - Pioneer Award: Honoring Wilson Tang, MD from the Cleveland Clinic for his innovative approaches in heart failure management that pave the way for future generations.

• - Nursing Clinical Excellence Leadership Award: This award goes to Meg Fraser, DNP, ANP-C, CHFN, FHFSA from the University of Minnesota, acknowledging her exemplary nursing care for heart failure patients.

• - Nursing Research Leadership Award: Lucinda Graven, PhD, APRN from Florida State University College of Nursing will be recognized for her impactful research enhancing patient outcomes.

• - Heartfelt Hero Award: Wayne Brewer, PhD, PT will be honored for inspiring others as a heart failure patient advocate, showing remarkable dedication to improving patient experiences.

• - Outstanding Heart Failure Care Team Award: This is shared among three deserving teams: the UAB Heart Failure Transitional Care Services for Adults (HRTSA) Clinic Team, the University of Washington/Harborview Medical Center's Community Heart Failure Program, and the Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Heart Failure Team. This award recognizes the collective efforts of dedicated healthcare professionals in providing exceptional heart failure care.

The HFSA's mission is to improve and expand heart failure management through collaboration, education, and advocacy. The organization is a unique collective of healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and patients, all focusing on advancing the knowledge and treatment of heart failure.

As the community gathers in Minneapolis, the emphasis will not just be on individual accolades but also on the thriving spirit and commitment that HFSA embodies. With numerous discoveries and advancements made over three decades, the Annual Scientific Meeting stands as a hallmark event to celebrate these successes while inspiring continued dedication to tackling the challenges of heart failure.

For further information on HFSA and its mission, please visit their official website at hfsa.org.