Fast-Track Cardiac Care: Leveraging Urgent Care Clinics and CV Imaging to Improve Access and Outcomes

As cardiovascular disease continues to strain emergency departments and delay outpatient follow-up, some programs are charting a new course: integrating cardiovascular imaging into urgent care-style clinics. This fast-track model is designed to improve access, accelerate diagnosis, and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations.

In this session, we’ll explore how innovative programs are embedding cardiac imaging into same-day or next-day evaluation pathways. From staffing models and equipment considerations to clinical workflows and governance, we’ll share the operational nuts and bolts that make these programs work and the pitfalls to avoid. Real-world examples will highlight both wins and challenges, offering a balanced perspective on what it takes to build and sustain urgent access for cardiovascular care.