Dr. Roxana Mehran Becomes ACC President for 2026-2027

April 6, 2026—Roxana Mehran, MD, assumed the role of President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC).

According to ACC, Dr. Mehran will serve a 1-year term leading the 60,000-member global cardiovascular organization as it works toward its mission to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health for all. Dr. Mehran has previously served ACC as Chair of the Interventional Section Leadership Council, a member of the Board of Trustees, and contributing as an author on several guidelines.

Dr. Mehran officially assumed the presidency during the ACC.26 annual scientific sessions.

“I am honored and excited to assume this unique leadership role within the college,” stated Dr. Mehran in the ACC press release. “The ACC is a remarkable global organization devoted to improving human health by transforming cardiovascular care. Our members are on the front lines every day seeking evidence, diagnosing diseases and caring for patients.”

ACC stated that as President, Mehran is focused on strengthening the college’s global partnerships while maintaining close engagement with members to foster growth, opportunity, and impact.

She added, “I am optimistic about our future and our collective ability to shape it, guided by science and driven by a commitment to caring for the most vulnerable patients.”

The ACC press release noted that other new officers for 2026-27 are Vice President Hani Najm, MD; Board of Trustees Members Fred M. Kusumoto, MD, and Andrea L. Price, MS; and Finance Committee Chair-Elect/Treasurer 2027-2030 Sanjay Gandhi, MBBS.

Additionally, ACC announced the appointment of Board of Governors Chair Renuka Jain, MD, and Chair-elect Dinesh Kalra, MD.