The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) is a volunteer-led, not-for-profit, medical society. It is an independent, non-governmental organization. The ESC's members and decision-makers are healthcare professionals. They give their time and expertise freely, while continuing their daily, high-paced clinical and/ or research work.

ESC's CME/Clinic activities are both a proof of professional excellence to the patients and a way for practitioners to enhance their good practice.
It is intended to encourage the acquisition of a wide range of knowledge and complement workplace-based assessments as part of a comprehensive cardiology training programme.

Everything the ESC does aims to:

• Advance the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

• Improve scientific understanding of the heart and vascular system Ultimately, our goal is to advance cardiovascular science to help people live longer, healthier lives.