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The Apex of Innovation

September 11-12, 2025 | VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa

900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660

 

Catalyzing Change in Cardiovascular Care: The Power of Collaboration

Join us as we unite visionaries, trailblazers, and industry mavens to delve into cutting-edge breakthroughs and advancements in cardiovascular technology. Our forum is more than an event—it’s a vibrant hub for sharing insights, forging connections, and shaping the future of cardiovascular health in an ever-evolving landscape.

Reasons to Attend

Partnership Pursuit

An opportunity to meet with dynamic early stage companies in need of expertise as a board member, advisory committee, or medical advisor

Innovation Panels

Learn all about the newest technologies and research that can elevate your practice and attract new patients

Investment Opportunities

Meet new companies that have completed Octane’s LaunchPad accelerator and present a highly probable success rate through Octane’s due diligence process

Enhancing Your Practice

Learn from investors on how to build value and position your practice for an acquisition in the future

Bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, physicians, and startups that will shape the future of cardiovascular innovation.  

2024 KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Joseph C. Wu, MD, PhD

Director, Stanford Cardiovascular Institute
Immediate Past President, American Heart Association

Cardiovascular Tech Forum welcomes Joseph C. Wu, MD, PhD. His remarkable contributions, including over 600 publications and prestigious awards like the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award and the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, make him a leading figure in cardiovascular medicine and research.

 2024 Cardiovascular Tech Forum Highlights!

Building a cardiovascular ecosystem in Southern California. 

  • Keynote with Joseph Wu, MD, PhD, FAHA, Immediate Past President, American Heart Association Director, Stanford Cardiovascular Institute Simon Stertzer, MD, Professor of Medicine & Radiology at Stanford University
  • Panel Topics included CVD Fundamentals: Bridging the gap between unmet clinical needs and cardiovascular innovation, First-In-Humans – Total Artificial HeartPediatric Innovation, and Exploring the Consumerization of MedTech
  • Octane portfolio companies pitched their products to our investor ecosystem
  • Cardiovascular Innovation Prize presented to Fred St. Goar, MD, FACC, Medical Director Norma Melchor Heart and Vascular Institute; El Camino Health, Vice Chairman Fogarty Innovation, Mountain View who delivered a powerfully inspiring keynote address

Highlighted Features

Leading Speakers

Engaging Innovation

Networking Opportunities

Dynamic Attendees

What Sets CTF Apart?

  1. Innovation Hub: Immerse yourself in a vibrant ecosystem of innovation. Discover the latest technologies, from wearables and remote monitoring devices to advanced imaging systems and precision medicine solutions.
  2. Thought Leadership: Hear from the brightest minds in the field as they share insights, strategies, and real-world case studies. Our lineup of keynote speakers and panelists will delve into the trends shaping the future of cardiovascular health.
  3. Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors who share a passion for advancing cardiovascular technology. Forge valuable partnerships and collaborations that drive progress in the field.
  4. Exhibition Space: Explore a curated exhibition featuring leading companies in the cardiovascular tech space. Engage with exhibitors and discover solutions that can transform your practice or business.

    Founding Sponsor

    Cardiovascular Tech Forum Committee

    Arshad Quadri, MD (Chairman)

    Executive Chairman & CMO, inQB8 Medical Technologies

    Farzad Azimpour, MD

    Senior VP, Advanced Tech at Edwards Lifesciences

    Maria Berkman, MD, MBA

    Head of MedTech, Broadview Ventures

    Professor Arash Kheradvar, MD, PhD

    University of California, Irvine

    Sabing Lee

    Partner, Knobbe Martens

    Ramin Mousavi

    President, CEO & Board of Directors, Cathworks

    Aidan Raney, MD, FACC

    Former Medical Director, Cardiovascular Surgery
    Hoag Hospital

    Stanton Rowe

    CEO, NXT Biomedical

    Sponsor Cardiovascular Tech Forum

    Want to get visibility for your company among top cardio entrepreneurs and investors in Southern California? We offer a variety of packages to fit your company’s needs and maximize your visibility at Cardiovascular Tech Forum. View sponsorship opportunities here. 

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