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2025 Annual Meeting - Agenda

KYACC 2025 Annual Conference

Thank you to our annual meeting sponsors

The KY-ACC annual conference is the premier educational and networking opportunity for cardiologists and cardiovascular team members in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. It draws approximately 300 attendees each year including cardiologists, fellows-in-training, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, pharmacists, technicians, and cardiology practice managers.

The KY-ACC Annual Scientific Meeting, one of the largest state chapter meetings in the nation, will feature leading national and local experts who will present sessions on clinical and professional issues and innovations in cardiology. The day will conclude with FIT Jeopardy—don’t miss this exciting event as the best and brightest fellowsin- training from around Kentucky face off to test their knowledge in a winner-take-all match.

Abstract Submission

Showcase your research by submitting an abstract for poster presentation at this year’s Annual Meeting! This is a great opportunity to share your work with peers, gain recognition, and contribute to the advancement of cardiovascular science. All abstracts must be complete—including methods, results, discussion, and graphics—and will be judged based on originality and scientific importance.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this dynamic scientific exchange. The deadline to submit is August 15, 2025, by 5:00 PM ET, and selected presenters must attend and present their posters on Saturday, October 11, 2025. We encourage you to participate and make your work part of this exciting event!

The deadline for Abstract Submission: August 15, 2025 (5:00 PM ET)

Hotel Information

The Hilton Lexington/Downtown hotel is located in beautiful Lexington Kentucky. We're near to University of Kentucky and Keeneland Racetrack while also close to Bluegrass airport and many other shopping and dining destinations. Wildcats basketball is just steps away at Rupp Arena. Enjoy our spacious comfortable accommodations. Guest rooms offer luxurious bedding and upscale amenities. We offer 369 rooms and amazing views of the city. Just 15 minutes from Bluegrass Airport our hotel offers a complimentary airport shuttle. Enjoy an array of other amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center as well as indoor pool and hot tub. The hotel is part of the downtown Lexington scene. Be sure to visit BBM, our very own restaurant and lounge featuring over 150 bourbons and craft beers.

KY-ACC has secured reduced hotel rates of $229/night at the Hilton Lexington Downtown. Book yours today!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025

07:00 AM

Registration Opens

07:30 AM - 09:00 AM

Technology Showcase, Exhibitors, and Breakfast

08:00 AM - 08:30 AM

FIT Speed Dating

08:30 AM - 09:00 AM

WIC Breakfast & Exhibitors

Speaker: TBD

09:00 AM - 09:20 AM

Governor's Address

Speaker: Dinesh K. Kalra, MD

09:20 AM - 09:40 AM

Honorable Maestro Award

Speaker: TBD

09:40 AM - 10:30 AM

 AI & Cardiology Keynote

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: Dr. Partho Sengupta

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Break with Exhibitors & Poster Viewing/Judging

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Pick up Lunch

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Advocacy/PAC Update

Speaker: TBD

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Oral Abstract Presentations & Awards

01:00 PM - 01:15 PM

Break with Exhibitors

01:15 PM - 02:00 PM

 ACC Keynote Speaker

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: Dr. Lee Goldberg

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Track 1


 CVT Skills Lab

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD


 Cardiology Critical Care

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD


 Cardio-Metabolic

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD

03:00 PM - 03:10 PM

Break with Exhibits

03:10 PM - 04:10 PM

Track 2


 CVT Skills Lab

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD


 Women's Cardiology

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD


 PAD/Vascular

Additional information coming soon.

Speaker: TBD

04:20 PM - 05:00 PM

FIT Jeopardy

Chair: Steve Leung, MD