The Lillehei Heart Institute

02/17/2026

Join us for the Department of Medicine’s Grand Rounds Series at 12:15 PM on Thursday, February 19, 2026, featuring Cardiovascular Medicine Associate Professor Selma Carlson, MD.
Dr. Carlson will present “Ischemic Heart Disease in Women – Role of Multimodality Imaging and Multidisciplinary Approach for Better Outcomes.”
In VCRC 299 & on Zoom.
🥪 Sandwiches available for in-person attendees.
Learn more and access login info: https://lnkd.in/gZJQ7wud

Join us for the Department of Medicine’s Grand Rounds Series at 12:15 PM on Thursday, February 19, 2026, featuring Cardiovascular Medicine Associate Professor Selma Carlson, MD.

Dr. Carlson will present “Ischemic Heart Disease in Women – Role of Multimodality Imaging and Multidisciplinary Approach for Better Outcomes.”

In VCRC 299 & on Zoom.

🥪 Sandwiches available for in-person attendees.

Learn more and access login info: https://lnkd.in/gZJQ7wud

02/13/2026

Today LHI Faculty & staff celebrate "Love Your Heart" Day to support women's heart health! 🫀🥰
Wanna join us? Share your own Go Red photos with hashtags and !

02/12/2026

As part of American Heart Month, try this yummy, heart-healthy recipe from the NIH!
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-living/healthy-foods/healthy-eating-recipes/chicken-and-mushroom-fricassee

02/10/2026

Save the date and secure your spot! 🗓️ The ISHR North American Section 2026 meeting is coming to the Twin Cities.

This year, we’re heading to the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis to focus on a vital mission: Promoting the Next Generation of Basic and Translational Scientists. Whether you’re an early-career investigator or a seasoned pro, this is the place to be for the latest in cardiovascular science. 🫀🔬

✅ Registration is now open! https://ishrnorthamerican.org/meetings/

See you in Minneapolis! 🏙️

02/09/2026

Join us every Monday in February for a heart-calming moment of mindfulness courtesy of the UMN Center for Spirituality & Healing.

02/06/2026

February is American Heart Month! ❤️ 🫀 Dr. Jeremy Van’t Hof shares tips to show your heart the love it deserves ➡️: https://bit.ly/3Qf2IkR.

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02/05/2026

As part of American Heart Month, try this yummy, heart-healthy recipe from the NIH!
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/heart-healthy-living/healthy-foods/healthy-eating-recipes/autumn-salad

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

Registration is LIVE for the 2026 Minnesota Cardiology Symposium on FEBRUARY 10, 3:30-8:00 PM, at the Radisson Blu/Mall of America!

Join cardiology experts from the University of Minnesota Medical School, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hennepin Healthcare.

This event is directed toward a primary care audience.
Learn more: z.umn.edu/b1vh

02/04/2026

Congratulations to LHI researcher Sasha Prisco, MD, PhD, named one of The American Society for Clinical Investigation's 2026 Young Physician-Scientist awardees! The ASCI Young Physician-Scientist Awards recognize physician-scientists who are early in their first faculty appointment and have made notable achievements in their research.

02/03/2026

Join us in Going Red for Women this Friday! Post selfies to social media with hashtags and

Feb 6th is Wear Red and Give Day! ❤️

Did you know only 44% of women are aware that cardiovascular disease is their leading cause of death?

More women deserve to know their greatest threat—because up to 80% of heart attacks and strokes can be prevented.

Knowledge has the power to save lives. Help us provide more lifesaving knowledge, research, and trainings and 6X your gift: spr.ly/6008N4ma0

02/03/2026

Congratulations to LHI Director Lin Yee Chen, MBS, MS, recognized by the Academies for Excellence for his outstanding efforts in Health Research!
The Academies for Excellence recognizes outstanding faculty in the areas of scientific research, educational scholarship, clinical practice, and team science. Each year they seek to identify the most distinguished scientists, educators, and clinicians within the ranks of University of Minnesota faculty.