Cardiologists across the world share support for Ukraine as violent war continues

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and European Society of Cardiology (ESC) have both shared new statements in support of Ukraine as the violent war by Russia in that country continues to escalate.

“We thank those who are literally on the front lines and continuing to provide care to patients from bomb shelters and basements,” ACC President Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, said as part of the ACC statement “Our collective hope is for a resolution that mitigates any further loss of life.”

The ACC also noted that it has donated to the UN Refugee Agency, urging ACC members who want to help to donate there or elsewhere.

“The ACC’s leaders and staff express our deepest concerns and support for our members and all those on the ground in Ukraine, as well as those in neighboring countries and throughout the world who are helping to provide support and medical care for the ever-growing number of refugees,” Itchhaporia added.

ACC said 25% of its members reside outside the U.S. 

The ESC focused its own statement on Russia’s action over the last several days.

“The ESC condemns the military aggression put forward by the leadership of the Russian Federation against one of our member countries, Ukraine,” according to the statement. “In strong support of our colleagues and all others caught in this crisis, the ESC urges for the aggression to cease and any conflict to be resolved swiftly and on peaceful terms. The ESC calls to ensure humanitarian and medical aid can reach those who need it, regardless of allegiance.”