Let’s Beat HCM (Webinar Recording)

What the Updated HCM Guidance Means for Your Clinic, Your Call Schedule, and Your Patients

This program, sponsored by the Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc., in partnership with Knighten Health, was held live on February 19, 2026. 

If you were unable to attend or would like to revisit key insights, you may access the recording below.

 
CME Information (Still Available)

CME credit can still be earned. To receive CME credit, participants must:

1. Watch the full webinar recording (above).
   
   
2. Complete the post-activity survey and Physician Attestation Statement (linked).

Once both steps are completed, CME credit will be issued via email after the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) receives and processes submissions in accordance with their guidelines.

ABC designated this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

 
Program Overview

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) care continues to evolve. This focused, case-driven session provided practical, real-world guidance on:

• Efficient screening and confirmation of HCM
• Risk stratification and escalation of care
• Shared decision-making around sports participation and pregnancy
• Sudden cardiac death risk assessment
• The role of myosin inhibitors in symptomatic obstructive HCM

Expert faculty translated updated recommendations into clear, actionable strategies applicable in private practice, academic centers, and training environments.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants were able to:

• Apply updated guidance for screening, diagnosis, and risk stratification in HCM
• Use shared decision-making to guide complex care conversations
• Identify when referral to a multidisciplinary HCM center is appropriate
• Understand the role of myosin inhibitors in symptomatic obstructive HCM
• Navigate high-impact clinical scenarios, including sports participation, pregnancy, and sudden cardiac death prevention

Featured Faculty

Olasimbo M. Chiadika, MD, FACC
UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School
Dr. Simbo Chiadika is an Associate Professor in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at UTHealth McGovern Medical School. She completed her medical degree and Internal Medicine residency at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, followed by fellowships in Cardiology and Nuclear Cardiology in New York City. Dr. Chiadika is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology, with advanced Level 3 training in echocardiography. She is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.

Mark S. Link, MD
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas
Dr. Mark Link is Professor of Internal Medicine and Director of Cardiac Electrophysiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. A nationally recognized electrophysiologist, he focuses on atrial fibrillation, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, syncope, and sudden cardiac death prevention. Dr. Link has authored more than 135 peer-reviewed publications, serves as an Associate Editor for Circulation, and has contributed to major ACC and AHA guideline-writing committees, including those focused on HCM and competitive athlete recommendations.

Krishna Pabba, MD
Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple
Dr. Krishna Pabba is a non-invasive cardiologist with Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple campus. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease and cares for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Pabba also serves as Co-Chair of the TCACC Sports and Exercise Cardiology Section. He will introduce the program, acknowledge the sponsor, and highlight key takeaways to listen for during the discussion.

About the Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc.
ABC advances cardiovascular health in Black communities through education, advocacy, and professional development, including accredited CME opportunities. ABC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Learn more: https://abcardio.org.

About Knighten Health
Knighten Health partners with organizations to support high-quality cardiovascular education and practice improvement. Learn more: https://www.knightenhealth.com.

About TCACC
The Texas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology connects a statewide community of cardiovascular professionals and delivers education, advocacy, and resources to strengthen cardiovascular care across Texas. Learn more: https://www.tcacc.org.