About Us
As part of UPMC’s Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI), the Division of Cardiology is an internationally recognized leader in cardiovascular medicine. Through excellence in care, discovery, and education, the Division of Cardiology continues to shape the future of cardiovascular health.
Research
Researchers in the Division of Cardiology lead innovative efforts in translational genetics, heart failure, molecular imaging, and outcomes research, supported by strong funding from federal, industry, and foundation sources. Robust clinical trial activity, including sponsor-initiated and IDE studies, further advances patient care and scientific discovery. >> Read more
Education and Training
The Division of Cardiology prepares future leaders through rigorous clinical fellowship programs and dedicated mentorship, combining compassionate, evidence-based care with hands-on training. Trainees also have the opportunity to pursue advanced translational research through a specialized T32 program focused on cardiac imaging, which integrates imaging technologies with disease pathogenesis to support impactful, hypothesis-driven studies in cardiovascular medicine.
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>> UPMC Cardiovascular Fellowship Training Program
>> Advanced Fellowship Programs
>> Cardiovascular Research Training
Patient Care
Offering advanced diagnostics, specialized treatments, prevention, and rehabilitation programs, the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute combines cutting-edge research with comprehensive patient care. Its cardiologists subspecialize across multiple areas and collaborate closely with community physicians to deliver expert care close to home. >> Read more
News and Events
Eric Dueweke, MD, MBA, Named Vice Chair for Clinical Operations
Effective September 1, 2026, Eric Dueweke, MD, MBA, will assume the role of Vice Chair for Clinical Operations for the Department of Medicine. Since joining the Department’s leadership team in 2025, Dueweke has worked across divisions and with UPMC clinical and...
Deborah Akanya, MD, Recognized Among Pittsburgh’s 40 Under 40
Division of Cardiology clinical assistant professor, Dr. Deborah Akanya, is one of 10 Pitt affiliates named to Pittsburgh Magazine’s 2026 list of emerging leaders.
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