The first course of the UK CARDIO-IMID Hub on MedShr has been seen by more than 400 doctors with excellent feedback.
The free online programme brings together leading experts in cardiology, rheumatology and immunology to explore the relationship between immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) and cardiovascular disease.
The programme currently includes five modules covering:
The programme is available free of charge through MedShr and includes CPD-accredited learning activities.
The course can be accessed here.
A second UK CARDIO-IMID educational course will be launched shortly.
The UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the UK CARDIO-IMID Educational Conference 2026, taking place on Friday 13th November 2026 at The University of Leeds. The conference will be delivered in a hybrid format, enabling delegates to attend either in person or online.
Designed for clinicians, researchers, trainees and allied healthcare professionals with an interest in cardiovascular disease and immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs), this annual event provides a unique opportunity to engage with the rapidly evolving field of cardio-rheumatology through practical, case-based learning and multidisciplinary discussion.
Registration is now open via Eventbrite:
👉 Register for the UK CARDIO-IMID Educational Conference 2026
This year's conference will bring together experts and professionals from across the UK to explore the challenges and opportunities involved in the care of CARDIO-IMID patients.
Delegates can expect a highly interactive programme featuring:
The conference forms part of the Partnership's ongoing commitment to advancing education, collaboration and capacity building within the growing cardio-rheumatology field.
We are also pleased to launch our Call for Presenters and encourage submissions from resident doctors and early career researchers.
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to present a clinical case to a national expert audience through a 15-minute presentation followed by a 20-minute panel discussion and Q&A session. Cases may originate from cardiology or rheumatology services and should highlight the impact of IMIDs on cardiovascular care, diagnostics, imaging, monitoring or treatment.
Presenters will be eligible for:
Please email case presentation submissions to: [email protected]
Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, discuss challenging cases, learn from national experts or connect with colleagues working across cardiology and rheumatology, the UK CARDIO-IMID Educational Conference 2026 offers an excellent opportunity to engage with the UK's leading cardio-rheumatology research and education network.
We warmly encourage attendees to share this opportunity with colleagues and professional networks who may be interested in cardio-rheumatology, helping us continue to grow and strengthen the national community.
Real cases. Expert discussion. Practical learning.
We look forward to welcoming you to Leeds in November 2026.
The UK CARDIO‑IMID Partnership is delighted to celebrate the successful completion of the first two placements delivered through the UK CARDIO‑IMID Travel Fellowship Scheme, marking an important milestone in our commitment to developing the next generation of cardio‑rheumatology clinicians and researchers.
Established to support skills development, knowledge exchange and collaboration between centres, the scheme provides healthcare professionals with the opportunity to undertake short placements at leading UK institutions, gaining experience in areas that can be translated back into clinical practice and research within their home organisations.
The first fellowship was completed by Dr Tha Htet Nyi, who undertook a two-week placement at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals under the supervision of Dr Pankaj Garg. During the placement, Dr Nyi gained hands-on experience in advanced 4D-flow cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR), developing expertise across the imaging workflow from acquisition through to analysis. The fellowship is already supporting ongoing cardio‑rheumatology research at Barts Heart Centre and helping to strengthen collaborative links across the UK CARDIO‑IMID network.
“This placement provided invaluable hands-on experience in 4D-flow CMR and has significantly strengthened my PhD work. Learning directly from an expert multidisciplinary team has been incredibly valuable, and I am looking forward to applying these techniques and sharing this expertise at my home institution.”
More recently, Dr Shabnam Tariq from Sheffield Teaching Hospitals completed a one-week placement at Hammersmith Hospital, hosted by Dr Taryn Youngstein. The placement provided exposure to specialist cardio‑rheumatology, vasculitis and imaging services, deepening her understanding of cardiovascular complications in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases and the role of multimodality imaging in patient management. The experience has already contributed to plans for a cross-site audit comparing cardiovascular risk assessment across rheumatic diseases.
“This taster week was truly career-defining and further confirmed my aspiration to pursue rheumatology with a specialist interest in cardio-rheumatology.”
These fellowships demonstrate the value of creating opportunities for clinicians and researchers to learn from leading centres, develop new skills and establish lasting professional networks. The placements have already generated new collaborations, research ideas and knowledge-sharing activities that will benefit both host and home institutions.
The Partnership would like to thank Dr Tha Htet Nyi, Dr Shabnam Tariq, Dr Pankaj Garg and Dr Taryn Youngstein for their contribution to the success of the scheme. We are proud to have facilitated these opportunities and look forward to supporting future fellows as we continue to strengthen the UK's cardio‑rheumatology community.
Interested in applying or hosting a fellow?
Visit our Training page to learn more about the UK CARDIO‑IMID Travel Fellowship Scheme
The UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership is pleased to announce that we will be hosting an exhibition stand at the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) Annual Conference, taking place in June 2026.
Our presence at BCS reflects the growing recognition of cardio-rheumatology as a vital and evolving field, highlighting the need for closer collaboration between cardiology and those working in immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs). The Partnership continues to bring together clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals from across the UK to improve cardiovascular outcomes for patients with IMIDs through research, education, and clinical innovation.
Featured Hot Topic Session
As part of this year’s programme, we are delighted that Dr Tha Htet Nyi will deliver a dedicated hot topic session:
This session will provide valuable insights into cardiovascular risk assessment and imaging in autoimmune rheumatic diseases, underlining the importance of cross-specialty knowledge in modern cardiovascular practice.
Visit Our Stand
Delegates are warmly invited to visit the UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership exhibition stand to:
Further information about our presence at the conference, including our exhibitor profile, can be found here:
👉 https://britishcardiovascularsociety.org.uk/annual-conference/exhibitors-and-other-promotional-activities/
We look forward to engaging with colleagues from across the cardiovascular community and exploring how the Partnership can support and advance research and training in cardio-rheumatology.
The UK CARDIO‑IMID Partnership is delighted to announce successful activation of the first two clinical sites participating in the UK CARDIO‑IMID Registry Study. This marks an important milestone in our national effort to better understand and improve outcomes for patients living with immune‑mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) and associated cardiovascular complications.
The newly activated sites— The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh (NHS Lothian) and Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust —will now begin recruiting participants to the Registry. Each site will contribute valuable real‑world data to help build a comprehensive, UK‑wide picture of cardiovascular risk, clinical pathways, and long‑term outcomes across diverse IMID populations.
The Registry Study is a core component of the Partnership’s mission to accelerate research, strengthen clinical collaboration, and inform evidence‑based improvements in patient care. With these first activations complete, several additional sites are expected to come online in the coming months.
We would like to thank the investigators, research nurses, and delivery teams at both sites for their hard work in progressing site setup and dedication to advancing cardio‑rheumatology research. Activation of further centres will continue throughout 2026 as we work toward building a robust national Registry.
For more information about the UK CARDIO‑IMID Partnership or updates on the Registry Study, please visit our Research Team page or contact the study team at [email protected] and [email protected].
The UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership is delighted to announce the next edition of our Annual Scientific Meeting, to be held on 13th March 2026 at the University of Edinburgh.
More information can be found on our meetings page.
We were delighted to host the Annual UK CARDIO-IMID Educational Conference on 10th October 2025 in London, bringing together over 100 leading experts and resident doctors to explore complex, real-world cases at the intersection of cardiology and rheumatology.
Through resident doctor-led presentations, expert panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions, our delegates shared valuable clinical insights and identified key areas for future collaboration and research.
A huge thank you to our excellent case presenters Elnuman Mohamed, Salma Kabashi, Ayaan Farah, Chamaya De Silva, Bhavika Sethi, Cristiana Sieiro Santos, Jack Arnold and James Belcher for bringing thought-provoking cases to present at the conference, and our esteemed expert panel members Taryn Youngstein, Sven Plein, Jason Tarkin and Pedro Machado for leading insightful and stimulating discussions throughout the day to advance education and foster innovation across both specialties.
We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who joined, contributed, and helped make this event a success.
The UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership is pleased to announce the opening of our Travel Fellowship Scheme. Applications for the 2025 cohort will be open until 11th July 2025 for placements taking place between 31st July – 31st December 2025.
This programme supports the Workstream 1 - Education and Network arm of the Partnership and represents an exciting opportunity for Early Career Researchers from primary CV and IMID backgrounds to nurture interaction and skills transfer. The Travel Fellowship Scheme will provide financial support to cover travel and accommodation expenses for placements of up-to 3 months at other Partnership centres across the UK to learn new methods and develop collaborative work. If you are interested in participating, please see the ECR Network page where you can find more information and download the application form and supporting documents.
We look forward to reviewing your applications.
The UK CARDIO-IMID Partnership had strong representation at this year's British Society for Rheumatology Conference (BSR) on April 28-30th in Manchester, with many investigators, academics and early-career researchers in attendance. A highlight of the conference was our Cardio-Rheumatology: Emerging sub-speciality interest session on 30th April, presented by our executive steering committee members Professor Maya H. Buch, Professor Sven Plein and Dr Taryn Youngstein. The session stressed that all autoimmune diseases are associated with excess CV risk, which in turn is associated with high mortality rates, and highlighted the responsibility of rheumatologists to step up and take responsibility for the cardiovascular health of their patients. The session was well attended by delegates from across the UK, and sparked insightful discussions around how to progress the intersectional cardio-rheumatology field in both clinical and research settings. A detailed write-up of the session has been published by the limbus UK, and can be found here: https://thelimbus.co.uk/rheumatology/cardio-rheumatology-a-hot-emerging-subspecialty/
We were delighted to welcome investigators from across the Partnership to our Investigator Meeting on 29th April. The meeting was well-attended by academic, clinical and early-career researcher representatives from across our centres who connected with the Partnership team to discuss progress over the last year, and plans for implementing our Workstream 2 Registry Study.
In this review article published in Rheumatology, Dr Marta Peverelli and Dr Jason Tarkin from the UK CARDIO-IMID PET-CT team in Cambridge explore several of the most promising emerging PET radionucleotide tracers for imaging vascular inflammation. The full article can be found here: https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/keae635
