JACC Editor's Page
Go beyond the headlines with Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, SM, FACC, Editor-in-Chief of JACC, as he shares reflections on the science, ideas, and issues shaping cardiovascular medicine today.
Episodes
This issue of JACC showcases a diverse yet thematically cohesive collection of articles that explore the complexities of cardiovascular medicine, from ethical dilemmas and patient-reported outcomes to emerging therapies and methodological innovations. Highlights include a poignant HeartBeats essay on the emotional weight of clinical decisions, debates on responder analyses, promising data on Factor XI inhibitors, and groundbreaking...
This special lipid-themed issue of JACC emphasizes the importance of innovative research in lipid disorders to reduce cardiovascular risk, highlighting studies that extend our understanding of lipid biology and evaluate new treatments. Key reviews and original investigations explore novel lipid-modifying therapies, such as RNA interference and antibody therapies, demonstrating their potential in managing complex lipid disorders. Th...
In a time of rising global tensions, JACC reaffirms its commitment to science as a unifying, borderless force—advocating for truth, equity, and collaboration to improve health worldwide. By fostering inclusive research, promoting open dialogue, and resisting politicization, JACC aims to build a global medical community working together to overcome disease and conflict.
Listen to the editor's page for this special issue of JACC focusing on key advancements in electrophysiology, including studies on atrial fibrillation prevention, pulsed field ablation, sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes, and efforts to reduce defibrillator use in congenital heart disease. Join Editor-in-Chief Harlan Krumholz as he covers pacemaker safety, device surveillance—including insights from former FDA Commissioner Rob...
Listen to the editor's page for this special issue of JACC focusing on advancing the understanding and treatment of cardiogenic shock through pivotal clinical trials, expert consensus statements, and state-of-the-art reviews aimed at improving patient outcomes. Join Editor-in-Chief Harlan Krumholz as he highlights key contributions like the Altshock-2 trial and new ACC guidelines, the issue underscores the journal’s commitment to l...
Listen to the editor's page of the April 14th JACC issue for a discussion about the staggering toll of cardiovascular disease on Black Americans, revealing nearly 800,000 excess deaths and 23.7 million years of potential life lost over two decades. Join Editor-in-Chief Harlan Krumholz as he explores the systemic roots of these disparities and calls for urgent, collective action to turn data into justice.
In a rapidly changing world marked by societal divisions, technological advances in healthcare, and shifting views on expertise, the JACC Journals remain dedicated to advancing global cardiovascular health through a science-based and humanistic approach. Committed to evidence, integrity, and humanity, JACC focuses on rigorously evaluating research, guided by facts rather than ideology, and strives to address healthcare inequities w...
Listen to the editor's page of the March 25th JACC issue, in which Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, SM, FACC, highlights how cardiac electrophysiology is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological advancements and evolving treatment strategies. Key topics include long-term insights from the AMPLATZER Amulet trial, the role of intracardiac electrograms in ventricular tachycardia ablation, and shifting anticoagulation strat...
This special lipid-themed issue of JACC emphasizes the importance of innovative research in lipid disorders to reduce cardiovascular risk, highlighting studies that extend our understanding of lipid biology and evaluate new treatments. Key reviews and original investigations explore novel lipid-modifying therapies, such as RNA interference and antibody therapies, demonstrating their potential in managing com...
In this issue of JACC, we explore the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care, where one-size-fits-all approaches are giving way to precision strategies rooted in individual variation. From redefining diagnostic thresholds to tailoring surveillance based on genetics and patient context, these studies illuminate a future where nuance, not averages, drives better outcomes. Join us as we unpack the science behind a more personalized...
In this heartfelt reflection on their first year as editor of JACC, Harlan Krumholz shares how listening—to authors, reviewers, readers, and the broader medical community—has revealed a deep yearning for connection, trust, and purpose in cardiovascular science. It’s a call to action: to shape the future of medicine with integrity, inclusivity, and hope, and to lead not just with data, but with values that inspire and unite.
Interventional cardiology is rapidly evolving, with advances in imaging, devices, and techniques driving both innovation and rising expectations for safety and patient-centered outcomes. This week's editor's page highlights cutting-edge research and expert commentary on topics such as plaque vulnerability, stent performance, imaging-guided interventions, and long-term outcomes, reflecting both progress and ongoing challenges in the...
Cardiac electrophysiology is rapidly evolving, blending procedural expertise with innovations in pharmacotherapy, device design, and lifestyle medicine. This week's Editor's Page spotlights key studies from JACC that challenge long-standing practices—from lifestyle strategies for atrial fibrillation to the role of defibrillation testing and device comparisons. We also explore disparities in cardiac arrest outcomes and complex real-...
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