Event category: Concurrent Session

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September 04, 2025

2025-09-04

03:45 PM (EDT) - 04:30 PM (EDT)

Dominic Abrams | Vassilios Bezzerides | Gabriel Brooks | Samuel Hall | Cain McClary | David Milan

Inherited arrhythmia syndromes and cardiomyopathies pose a significant clinic challenge, with suboptimal treatment and a large unmet need. Over the last decade several new therapies have been developed which target the underlying genetic and molecular causes of these conditions, and many are progressing from pre-clinical research to clinical trials. These discoveries offer a potential paradigm shift in treatment strategies and quality of life for patients. This panel focused on novel genetic and molecular therapies for inherited arrhythmia syndromes and arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathies will bring together experts with a broad range of experience including venture capital, clinicians, translational scientists, and biotech. The session will address a wide range of topics from lab discovery to commercialization.

Vassilios Bezzerides

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics

Boston Children's Hospital

Gabriel Brooks

Chief Medical Office

Solid Biosciences

Samuel Hall

Founder & Managing Partner

Scion

Cain McClary

Founder & Managing Partner

KdT Ventures

David Milan

Chief Scientific Officer

Leducq Corp

Dominic Abrams

Co-Director of the Center for Cardiovascular Genetics

Boston Children’s Hospital

2025-09-04

02:45 PM (EDT) - 03:30 PM (EDT)

Brynn Dechert-Crooks | Benjamin Hale | Jamie Harris | Lisa Roelle | Nicholas Von Bergen

From life-changing interventions to emotional uncertainties, how does cardiac technology shape the journey of children and young adults with arrhythmias? This session explores the evolving role of electrophysiology (EP) in pediatrics, the impact of cutting-edge devices, and the patient experience—balancing fear, hope, and the promise of innovation. Are we maximizing technology’s potential, or is is there more to uncover in improving outcomes and quality of life for young patients?

Benjamin Hale

Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiologist

University of Iowa

Jamie Harris

Nurse Practitioner

Boston Children's Hospital

Lisa Roelle

Pediatric Electrophysiology Physician Assistant

Washington University in St. Louis & St. Louis Children's Hospital

Nicholas Von Bergen

Professor of Pediatrics in Pediatric Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Co-Founder

University of Wisconsin-Madison | Atrility Medical, LLC

Brynn Dechert-Crooks

Pediatric Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner

University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center

2025-09-04

02:00 PM (EDT) - 02:45 PM (EDT)

Mintu Turakhia | Jeffrey Wessler

This session explores how AI-driven innovations are transforming atrial fibrillation (AF) management, from prevention to long-term care. Experts will discuss AI-powered digital education, solutions for early intervention, and technology’s role in addressing key risk factors like obesity, sleep apnea, and exercise. Is AI the game-changer in achieving sustainable AF care, or just another trend? Join us to find out.

Jeffrey Wessler

Cardiologist, Founder & CEO

Heartbeat Health

Mintu Turakhia

Chief Medical and Scientific Officer + EVP, Product Management and Innovation | Professor of Medicine and Cardiac Electrophysiologist

iRhythm Technologies, Inc. | Stanford University