SCMR Mid-Year Meeting on Recent Advances in Imaging for Congenital Heart Disease & Hands-On Imaging Course

Scientific Conference: 27-28 June 2025; Hands-on Course 29 June

Location: German Heart Center, Munich, Germany

Chairs: Lars Grosse-Wortmann, MD & Christian Meierhofer, MD

Join us in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps in one of Germany’s most beautiful cities where tradition blends with technology.

REGISTRATION

Registration is now open

WHY ATTEND THE SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE?

• Highly relevant clinical topics of pediatric and / or congenital heart disease
• In-depth presentations & discussions of advanced CMR techniques, ventricular function, parametric mapping, 4D flow, and much more
• Cutting-edge technology, including AI, real time imaging, and strain
• Dedicated sessions on congenital heart disease place CMR into the clinical context, highlighting how imaging impacts management
• Each topic is explored in-depth during in a focus session
• Exemplary cases to solidify learning
• World-renown speakers from several continents
• Ample opportunities for growing your network

WHY ATTEND THE HANDS-ON COURSE?

• Hands-on scanning on MRI platforms from different vendors provides you with practical tools that you can use immediately at home to get better images
• Scan live patients with congenital heart disease alongside world experts at one of the busiest congenital CMR centers in Europe
• Experience leading post-processing platforms to help you decide which one to get for your center
• Hone your workflow during one-on-one post-processing sessions
• Small group sessions with a robust teacher / learner ratio ensure ample opportunities to address your specific objectives and questions
• Get tips and tricks directly from leaders in pediatric & congenital cardiac imaging

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• Light breakfasts & coffee breaks
• Lunches
• Welcome reception
• Continued medical education credits

THERE’S MORE!

• Showcase your best research and submit an abstract for a chance to win a prize
• Industry partners demonstrating their newest products, in one convenient location
• Networking opportunities with world experts in pediatric and congenital CMR
• Come for the week-end or extend your stay and visit Europe from easy-to-reach Munich

ABSTRACTS

Submission categories and presentation type: Original scientific research. Case reports will not be accepted. Accepted abstracts will be presented as posters or in a rapid-fire abstract session. Please adhere to the following:

Presentation Type: Original scientific research.

• All abstracts must be submitted (and if accepted, will be presented) in English.
• Limit of 250 words for the abstract text, not including table.
• Arial 11 font.
• Must include a title, authorship (include the institution of the presenting author), introduction/background, methods, results, and conclusion.

Structure: The abstract should be organized as follows:

• Title
• Authorship (include the institution of the presenting author)
• Introduction/ Background
• Methods
• Results
• Conclusion

Abstract categories: scientific and case study:

• For scientific abstracts the content must include: the purpose, methods, results, and conclusion(s) sections.
• For case studies, the content must include: a succinct clinical history, pertinent CMR findings and other complementary diagnostic results, final diagnosis, key educational points learned from the case.

Figures and tables: One figure or one table may be included. Please ensure that your images are of a high quality (at least 300 dpi).

References: References should not be included.

Submission Deadline: 2nd May, 2025, midnight Pacific Standard Time (Los Angeles). Please note that the submission deadline will not be extended.

Previous Presentation: Abstracts and cases will not be considered for presentation if they were either published as an article or previously presented at a national or international meeting prior to the date of the meeting.

Grading: Abstracts and cases are graded by the scientific committee via standardized evaluation criteria.

Results: Abstract acceptance/ non-acceptance status will be made available by mid to late May 2025. The decision email will be sent to the presenting author only.

Disclosure of Financial Relationships: Abstract submitters will be asked to submit their disclosures. Failure to provide disclosure information in a timely manner will result in the disqualification of the individual from presenting.