The future of healthcare is here, and it's an exciting journey! We're talking about a global competition that could revolutionize heart and brain health. But here's the catch: innovation often moves faster than adoption, especially in the world of cardiovascular care. That's why the American Heart Association, a powerhouse in the fight for better health, has stepped up to bridge this gap.
The Heart and Brain Health Tech Competition
In Dallas, on November 4, 2025, the American Heart Association unveiled its annual Health Tech Competition, now in its 8th year. This competition is a live showcase for healthcare technology companies, offering a platform to present their cutting-edge solutions for cardiovascular conditions.
This year, five incredible finalists have been chosen, and they will present their game-changing innovations at the Health Innovation Pavilion during the prestigious Scientific Sessions 2025. These finalists are:
- Brainomix (Oxford, England): Revolutionizing stroke diagnosis and treatment with AI-powered software.
- Cambrian Health (San Francisco): Ensuring clinical best practices are seamlessly integrated into care with their AI-driven platform.
- Lumia (Boston): Providing wearable solutions for individuals with orthostatic intolerance and chronic blood flow disorders.
- Noah Labs (Berlin): Transforming voice into a digital biomarker for earlier intervention in cardiometabolic diseases.
- PolyVascular (Houston, Texas): Developing minimally invasive treatments for children with congenital heart disease, aiming to reduce the need for open-heart surgeries.
These presentations will take place live at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on November 8-9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. CT.
The finalists will be evaluated based on the validity of their prototypes, the scientific rigor of their research, and the impact their products have on patient outcomes. A panel of expert judges, including medical professionals, researchers, and industry leaders, will review these presentations and make their decision.
And this is the part most people miss: the impact of these innovations on real lives. These technologies have the potential to improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and save lives.
The winner, to be announced live in New Orleans on November 9, will receive membership in the Center for Health Technology & Innovation's Innovators' Network. This membership provides access to a consortium of entrepreneurs, providers, researchers, and payers, all working together to advance cardiovascular and brain health innovation.
But here's where it gets controversial: with such a powerful network and the potential for significant impact, how will these innovations be implemented and adopted? Will they face resistance or embrace from the healthcare industry?
The American Heart Association, with its commitment to equitable health and its vast network of volunteers and supporters, is leading the charge. But what do you think? Could these innovations truly revolutionize healthcare, or are there challenges and considerations we haven't yet explored? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
