About Nigerian Cardiac Society
Promoting Cardiovascular Care, Scientific Research, Medical Education, and Community Prevention across Nigeria & Africa
Our Mission
To promote the advancement of cardiovascular knowledge, clinical practice, and research in Nigeria; disseminate evidence-based information to the healthcare community and general public; and lead preventive cardiology interventions across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Our Vision
A healthier nation with a drastically reduced burden of preventable cardiovascular diseases and universal access to high-quality, equitable, and modern cardiac health delivery for all citizens.
Society History & Pioneer Leaders
The Nigerian Cardiac Society (NCS) was formally established in March 1971. Since its inception over five decades ago, the Society has continuously held its flagship Annual Scientific Conference alongside its Annual General Meeting (AGM), serving as Nigeria's premier body for cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, pediatric cardiologists, cardiac anesthetists, and allied cardiovascular professionals.
Tribute to Our Founding Fathers & Pioneer Leaders:
Founding pioneers to whom immortal credit is due include: Professor A.U. Antia (First President), alongside Professors Edington, Abraham, Cocksholt, Brokington, Parry, Ikeme, Ogunlesi, Akinkugbe, Carlisle, Udekwu, and Dede Ihenacho.
Subsequent eminent past presidents and leaders who have steered the growth of cardiology in Nigeria include Professors Lagunjoye, Okuwobi, Falase, Adebonojo, Anyanwu, Andy, Oroegbu, Araoye, Adebo, Kamilu Karaye, and a distinguished galaxy of dedicated officers.
Objectives of the Nigerian Cardiac Society
Promoting high standards of cardiovascular practice and clinical research across tertiary and secondary healthcare institutions nationwide.
Disseminating preventive guidelines and advocating healthy cardiovascular lifestyles to combat hypertension, stroke, and heart failure.
Organizing annual scientific conferences, regional workshops, basic life support (BLS) workshops, and training for medical practitioners.
Affiliated with the Pan-African Society of Cardiology (PASCAR) and World Heart Federation (WHF) to advocate health policies for heart health.
National Executive Officers (Excos)
Become Part of Nigeria's Leading Cardiac Network
Membership is open to certified medical practitioners, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, anesthetists, fellows, residents, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.