We’re kicking off a two-part series spotlighting pioneers in mechanical circulatory support. First up: Dr. Rich Wampler, whose work helped shape devices like the first implantable rotary blood pump, Impella, HeartMate II, and HVAD. Read his interview: https://t.co/DeprFypXel!

🎉The ACTION VAD Registry has surpassed 2,000 patients enrolled! A huge thank-you to the centers and teams contributing data and driving progress in pediatric VAD care. Your collaboration is making a real difference for kids and families. #PedsVAD #PedsHF #Collaboration

Congrats to Dr. Madeleine Townsend from @ClevelandClinic! Her ACTION abstract was accepted as a moderated poster at the AHA Scientific Sessions this week! Learn more: https://t.co/R7Tmbbq2xt #AHA25 #PedsVAD #Collaboration

Halloween is here! We hope your day is full of spooky fun & sweet treats! 🖤🧡

🎉 New from ACTION! The Impella® Heart Pump Patient Education Handbook - developed with @JNJMedTech - helps families understand what to expect, track milestones, & feel supported through recovery. Download here: https://t.co/CjhU6l6zXN! #PedsHF #PedsVAD #Collaboration

Dr. Emily Hayes of @nationwidekids shared findings from the ACTION-MD registry at #WMS2025, showing that with careful selection & multidisciplinary care, heart transplant can be a successful option for people with Duchenne & Becker MD. Learn more here: https://t.co/WKWHtPMQ28!

A new ACTION study in Pediatric Cardiology shares real-world use of SGLT2 inhibitors in children with heart failure. Among 278 patients - most on dapagliflozin -treatment was generally well tolerated. Learn more here: https://t.co/LdWAtn68Am! #PedsHF #Collaboration

Who’s excited for ACTION VAD Bootcamp this week? 🎉 As we get ready, we’re spotlighting the Impella Algorithms & Care Guide, which is available on the Provider side of MAE & through your Impella rep! #PedsVAD #PedsHF #Impella

We’re looking for patients & families to share their stories! Write it, record it, or answer a few quick questions - we’ll help polish & share it. Email info@actionlearningnetwork.org to learn more! See past stories here: https://t.co/xyoqmOlNRG! #PedsHF #PedsVAD #Fontan #DMD

🚨New study out in @asaiojournal! Clinicians found iDECIDE-VAD-PEDIATRIC easy to use and well received by families - supporting informed, values-based decisions about pediatric VAD therapy without steering choices. Learn more here: https://t.co/h85YKU2HLx! #PedsVAD #PedsHF

Have questions about SGLT2 inhibitors for transplant recipient kids? Join our webinar on October 13, 2025! Get insights from experts. Register: https://t.co/CkEbiWlWRy #Webinar #TransplantEducation

Our first resource, created with @ICOSociety, is a patient-friendly handout on Cardiotoxicity & Cancer. It explains: • What cardiotoxicity is • When heart damage may occur • How doctors check for it Download & share:

September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month 💛 ACTION is excited to launch our newest initiative: Cardio-Oncology! This work will support individuals whose cancer treatments may affect their hearts. #CardioOncology #PedsHF

Living with a #Fontan circulation comes with unique challenges. The new Fontan ACTION Plan for Patients helps families take charge of their health with tips, warning signs, specialist guidance & age-based testing recommendations. Download here: https://t.co/9vAaOupF7L! #PedsHF

Key strategies include: • Optimizing preload/afterload/inotropy • Tailoring ventilatory support • Preventing secondary organ dysfunction • Escalating to RV support when needed Read the consensus statement: https://t.co/tGwZXs0pBJ!

Right ventricular failure (RVF) after LVAD implantation is one of the biggest challenges in pediatric HF care. A new ACTION-endorsed statement in shares bedside-focused guidance to recognize, prevent & manage RVF in kids with LVADs.

#ISHLT2026 is the premier venue to showcase your science in the treatment of advanced #heart and #lung disease, #transplantation, #MCS, and #PVD. 🔬🫀🫁 Submit by 14 October:➡️📝🔗 https://t.co/YaBPxc5UVQ

🚨 Almost full! The ACTION VAD Bootcamp deadline is extended - register ASAP to save your spot! Hands-on stations, case discussions & VAD expert panel. Register here: https://t.co/bK1flnH6y4!

🧬New from ACTION-MD: Patient Handout on Cardiac Monitoring After Gene Therapy for #DMD🧬 Helps families know symptoms to watch for, when to schedule troponin, ECGs & heart exams & more! Download here: https://t.co/uJNRY657gx! #ACTIONMD #MDMonday #Collaboration

📢 Upcoming Webinar! Join us on Monday, September 15th at 12pm ET for a session on Pulmonary Artery Banding in Infants and Young Children with DCM, presented by Thushiha Logeswaran, MD. Register now: https://t.co/xUahLjuDKg!