HRX AP Shark Tank – Powered by Medtronic

September 19, 2026 | 10:45 AM (EDT) - 12:20 PM (EDT)

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Speakers
Kelly Bergen
Electrophysiology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
CaroMont Health
Hannah Eunice Esmeralda
Advanced Practice Nurse
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Vanessa Rhodes
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Cardiac Solutions
Yekaterina Spivak
Pediatric Electrophysiology Physician Assistant | IBCLC & Co-founder
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Welcome Baby 247
Aimee Stefanski
Nurse Practitioner
Yale New Haven Health System
Judges
Aileen Ferrick
Assistant Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology Research | Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
White Plains Hospital
Janet K. Han
Associate Professor of Medicine | Cardiac Electrophysiology
UCLA | VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System / UCLA | Digital Health & Virtual Care
Geraldine Lee
Professor of Nursing
University College Cork
Alicia C. Rodriguez
Founder & CEO
Bloomer Tech
Moderators
Brynn Dechert-Crooks
Pediatric Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner
University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center
Jeroen Hendriks, PhD, RN
Professor of Cardiovascular Nursing
Centre for Heart Rhythm Disorders, University of Adelaide

HRX AP Shark Tank - Powered by Medtronic

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September 19, 2026 | 10:45 AM (EDT) - 12:20 PM (EDT)

The HRX AP Shark Tank is an electrifying competition where allied professionals present groundbreaking ideas that have the potential to revolutionize patient care and advance electrophysiology practice. This event provides a unique platform for APs to pitch their most innovative research concepts, workflow enhancements, or practice-changing solutions to a panel of expert “sharks.”

How It Works:
– Top 5 Finalists: Authors of the five top‐rated submissions will be invited to present their ideas in person at HRX 2026.
– Expert Mentorship: Finalists will receive mentorship prior to their presentation to refine their ideas and maximize their impact.
– Live Pitch Session: Finalists will pitch their ideas live at HRX 2026 to a panel “sharks” comprised of industry leaders and EP experts.
– Winner Recognition: The most compelling idea will be awarded top honors, gaining visibility and credibility within the AP and EP communities.