Vallacademy

CTO & CHIP Vall'Academy 2025

Welcome to the 7th edition of CTO & CHIP Vall’Academy, a leading event in interventional cardiology. This year, we continue to uphold our commitment to education with a hands-on approach, promoting humble, face-to-face discussions with world-class international experts.

Why join us?

Expert Faculty: Learn from three of the best international specialists in CTO & CHIP, representing the future of the field:

  • Dr. Gregor Leibundgut: Head of Interventional Cardiology, University Hospital Basel, Switzerland.

  • Dr. Kathleen Kearney: Medical Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, UWMC Montlake, USA.

  • Prof. Maksymilian Opolski: Specialist in complex coronary interventions, National Institute of Cardiology, Poland.

Interactive Learning: Every strategy can be questioned. Every participant is here to both learn and teach. This unique collaborative spirit has made Vall’Academy much more than just another meeting.

Proven Excellence: With over 25 international experts and more than 150 attendees each year, the Vall’Academy is recognized globally as a hub for advancing knowledge in chronic total occlusion (CTO) and high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (CHIP).

Program Highlights

February 26th & 27th: Dr. Gregor Leibundgut shares his comprehensive expertise in interventional cardiology, molecular biology, and advanced cardiac procedures.

June 23rd & 24th: Dr. Kathleen Kearney brings her experience in CTOs, coronary physiology, and brachytherapy.

October 2nd & 3rd: Prof. Maksymilian Opolski presents cutting-edge diagnostic techniques and outcomes for CTO procedures.

Our Approach

Practical, hands-on workshops.

Open, informal discussions.

Real-world solutions to complex interventional challenges.

Join us

Let’s push the boundaries of interventional cardiology together. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in a community dedicated to excellence!