Celebrating Dr. Manesh Patel: New President of the AHA

The Foundation to Advance Vascular Cures is proud to congratulate our Advisory Board member, Dr. Manesh Patel, on his induction as President of the American Heart Association (AHA).

Founded in 1924, the American Heart Association is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke through research, education, and advocacy. Its leadership plays an important role in shaping the future of cardiovascular science and improving heart health worldwide.

Dr. Patel is Chief of the Division of Cardiology and Vice President of Heart and Vascular Services at Duke Health, the Richard Stack Distinguished Professor of Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine, and a senior investigator at the Duke Clinical Research Institute. His work in cardiovascular medicine and clinical research reflects a longstanding commitment to advancing scientific discovery and improving outcomes for patients.

Dr. Patel has also been an invaluable part of the Foundation to Advance Vascular Cures community. For the past eight years, he has served on our Advisory Board and chaired our annual Vascular Health Innovation Summit, helping bring together researchers, clinicians, and leaders to encourage collaboration and advance innovation in vascular health.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate this next chapter in Dr. Patel's leadership and grateful for his continued dedication to advancing cardiovascular and vascular health. His new role with the American Heart Association represents an important milestone, both in his distinguished career and in the broader cardiovascular community.

Congratulations, Dr. Patel! We look forward to celebrating your new role and the impact of your leadership in the years ahead.