What novelties have you prepared for this 2019 edition?
ESC Congress in Paris will be held together with World Congress of Cardiology, this is the perfect opportunity to address the important issues surrounding Global Cardiovascular Health.
The Spotlight Track will feature sessions with the valuable contributions of an international faculty of renowned experts, highlighting differences in prevalence, clinical manifestations, prevention strategies, diagnostic modalities and management of cardiovascular diseases around the world.
The event presents a multifaceted programme with workshops at ESC Congress, and special events. Which of the activities do you think are a must for the visitor or which of them do you highlight?
Following last year’s resounding success in Munich, Digital Health is set to reach new heights in Paris with a staggering 2,300m² area. This brand-new layout will accommodate the needs of delegates from across the globe, looking for all of the latest cutting-edge technology which is transforming healthcare for patients and caregivers.
Our Digital Health Stage will play host to an array of scientific sessions related to Digital Health and its applications to daily practice today and in the future. Speakers will be able to present their latest research or innovations during interactive talks in a state-of-the-art environment conducive to stimulating creativity.
What are the advantages of exhibiting at ESC Congress?
Industry partners play an important role in the delivery of advances in science at ESC Congress and have a unique opportunity to interact with attendees as well as faculty from all geographic and professional backgrounds.
ESC Congress attracts worldwide cardiology leaders to present and exchange on their knowledge and most important research results. It focuses on the best and latest science but will also emphasize the importance of innovation, introducing topics at the frontiers of cardiovascular medicine and science to the attendees.
Can you give some tips for those exhibiting for the first time in Paris and specifically at ESC Congress? (venue rules, customs, business etiquette...)
Exhibitor guidelines in Paris do not differ from any European convention centre but it will be the first ESC Congress at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
For delegates and exhibitors Paris offers many advantages. It is served by extensive public transport links and Paris airports can be reached in less than three hours from every European capital, which is a great asset for our delegates.
Formality is important in France. A simple “hi” when meeting someone will not do. Use Bonjour Madame or Bonjour Monsieur if addressing French delegates.
Can anybody attend ESC Congress? How to register?
Healthcare professionals are welcome to attend ESC Congress, registration is available online.
What is the exhibitor profile?
The exhibitions are technical and scientific displays of current and future healthcare practices, goods and services relevant to the field of cardiology. Industries which are active in the research, production, approval, marketing and distribution of such goods and services are invited to participate. In addition, certain other types of business are invited as exhibitors, notably publishers, booksellers, food and nutrition specialists, companies advertising sporting and healthy lifestyle goods as well as non-profit healthcare organisations and academic institutions.
The ESC requires all exhibitors to respect the educational spirit of the congress and will welcome companies with products, services and innovations with demonstrable interest related to the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease.
What is the visitor profile?
Our visitors are cardiologists, physician, nurses, allied professionals, medical engineers and healthcare professionals from all around the world.
Which are the more relevant tradeshows in the sector?
The three main cardiology events are ESC Congress, AHA Meeting and ACC Scientific Session.
Can you give us some participation results from the last edition? How many visitors attend? In total from the exhibitors, from how many different nationalities they are?
A total of 32,859 healthcare professionals gathered in Munich to hear breaking news on cardiovascular medicine presented at ESC Congress 2018. 30 countries were represented and over 4,500 abstracts were presented in 500 expert sessions.
Lastly, regarding the exhibitor, how many stand exhibitors participated in the last edition?
The Exhibition Area provided the opportunity for delegates to engage with industry professionals and learn more about the latest developments and research in cardiovascular products and therapies. Exhibitors hosted a variety of scientific activities on a total of 145 stands which allowed for instructive encounters throughout the congress.
In 2018, the ESC introduced a Digital Health Area for the first time in the ESC Congress history. This gave Digital Health innovation drivers the opportunity to present their products and research in a dedicated area: 18 exhibiting companies displayed their latest developments in a dynamic setting, with technology at the heart of discussions.
