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James Udelson, MD, Honored with the Paul Dudley White Award

April 26, 2026 by
Cardiovascular Clinical Science
The American Heart Association recognized James Udelson, MD — CCS Founder & CMO — with the Paul Dudley White Award at its Annual Heart Ball on 11 April 2026, for his lifetime contributions to cardiovascular research. CCS holds board representation at the AHA Annual Heart Ball.



" We are incredibly fortunate to have two Paul Dudley White Award–winning heart failure cardiologists contributing their knowledge, leadership, and vision to CCS and to cardiovascular research more broadly. Drs. Udelson and Konstam exemplify the highest standards of scientific rigor and patient-focused innovation, and their impact is felt across our studies and collaborations worldwide. " 

Lorraine Rusch, PhD, FCCP
CEO of CCS


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