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We hope to see you soon!This special edition of The Pulse is focused on upcoming in-person meetings for the Spring and Summer! We hope to see you at any or all of these exciting events. Regards,
ACTION Executive Leadership
We are excited to announce the "Navigating Device Trials" webinar series! Faculty, fellows, and other clinical staff at ACTION member hospitals and sites are invited to participate in this educational curriculum launching in April 2026. This program is designed as a cohort‑based virtual learning series consisting of six one‑hour sessions delivered via Zoom, scheduled approximately 4–6 weeks apart.
The curriculum will cover key topics related to medical device trials, including industry collaboration, regulatory pathways and partners, clinical trial architecture, data tokenization, real‑world data, endpoint selection, and practical reflections from experienced investigators. Sessions are expected to take place on Tuesdays or Thursdays between 3:00–5:00 PM ET to accommodate a range of schedules (and will be recorded).
Please complete the sign-up form indicating your intent to join the full cohort and your commitment to participate across the series. While separate registration will be required for each individual session, this COHORT SIGN-UP will serve as our primary mailing list for curriculum communications and updates.
Participants who register for and attend at least 5 of the 6 sessions will receive a Navigating Device Trials completion certificate at the conclusion of the program. The curriculum is open and free to all ACTION members.
Session OneOnce you have completed the Cohort Sign-up, make sure to REGISTER for the first session: Thursday, April 9, 2026 |
4–5 PM ETWhy Industry Collaboration Matters
Angela Lorts, MD, MBA
Device vs. Drug Trials
Kolaleh Eskandanian, PhD, MBA
ACTION @ ISHLTToronto, CanadaTuesday, April 21
Happy Hour
Time & Location TBDThursday, April 23 | 7–9 PM
ACTION After Dark – Dessert & Discussion
Metro Toronto Convention Centre (Room 715 A&B) Join us for rotating table topic discussions of exciting new initiatives and projects within ACTION! All members are welcome to attend this engaging event.
Pediatric Device Showcase –
Cardiovascular Focus May 15, 2026 | 8 AM – 5:30 PMThe Summit Hotel, 5345 Medpace Way, Cincinnati, OH 45227Lunch, Snacks, and Happy Hour (at The Summit) are included with registration.
The third Showcase by the Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium will focus on cardiovascular innovation, in collaboration with ACTION. This event will highlight advancement in pediatric clinical trials, evidence generation, cardiovascular startup, and upcoming funding opportunities! The Showcase will bring key stakeholders together to discuss the major pediatric initiatives and strategies aiding innovators, companies, and investors. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of shaping the future of pediatric healthcare. Register now to secure your spot!
ASAIOFort Lauderdale, FLJune 17–20, 2026
Featuring: Pediatric Device Development Day
ACTION Meeting Info TBD
More Info
Leadership Development Award Application
The ACTION Leadership Development Award provides a $500 stipend to help offset the cost of attending an ACTION meeting or event. The award is intended to promote leadership development, professional growth, and career advancement while supporting work that advances ACTION initiatives and engagement within the pediatric heart failure community. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, based on available funding. Full eligibility and application criteria are available via the linked guidelines. Questions or concerns? Email us at info@actionlearningnetwork.org.
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