25/04/2026
The European Society of Cardiology is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor Eugene Braunwald, one of the most influential figures in the history of cardiovascular medicine, who died on April 22, 2026, at the age of 96.
"Professor Braunwald was a leading cardiologist of his time. His vision and innovation changed the trajectory of cardiovascular medicine. He possessed the rare ability to see where the field needed to go next and then build scientific and rigorous evidence leading to better care. He set the standard for intellectual integrity and mentorship, giving generations of clinicians and researchers the confidence to strive for greater excellence." Professor Thomas F. Luscher, President of the ES
Professor Braunwald's work helped define how cardiovascular disease is understood and treated. His legacy lives on in the patients whose lives were saved through evidence-based cardiovascular care and in the people he inspired to pursue medicine for the benefit of humanity.
