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DOI: 10.4244/EIJ-E-26-00007

Full-on commitment to interventional cardiology – today and in the future

Bernard Prendergast, MD; Emanuele Barbato, MD, PhD; Nicolas Dumonteil, MD; Martine Gilard, MD, PhD, FESC; Didier Tchétché, MD; Thomas Cuisset, MD; Nieves Gonzalo, MD, PhD; on behalf of the PCR Board

Few areas of medicine have evolved as rapidly as interventional cardiology. Since Andreas Grüntzig performed the first coronary angioplasty nearly five decades ago – an anniversary that we look forward to celebrating in 2027 – the field has expanded incredibly, through innovation, scientific exchange, and the collective efforts of physicians worldwide. Today, our speciality is not only defined by technical progress (and prowess) but also by a global community dedicated to learning from one another and improving patient outcomes.

Almost four decades ago, PCR was born in this spirit. From early LIVE demonstration courses in Toulouse to the creation of EuroPCR and the subsequent evolution of a global network of educational initiatives, it now provides an impressive platform of popular courses across the world, digital activities, academic publications, training programmes, and collaborative initiatives supporting physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals throughout their career.

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Volume 22 Number 10
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