The accepted abstracts will be available to view close to the date of the event.
Abstracts & Posters
Overview
Continuing our tradition of a 2-day annual meeting, we're thrilled to announce that this year we will be returning to Crieff Hydro Hotel on Thursday 6th & Friday 7th November 2025. Whether you're a returning delegate or joining us for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you.
The 2025 Annual Meeting will focus on the current dilemmas in cardiovascular & metabolic conditions relevant to both primary & secondary care. We are delighted to share our draft programme with you and look forward to your participation.
What to expect
Attendees can anticipate an enriching and exciting experience across both days, featuring:
State-of-the-art lectures delivered by eminent clinician-scientists.
Interactive workshops focused on real-world clinical scenarios.
Cutting-edge research presentations from colleagues across the UK.
The meeting will address a wide spectrum of cardiovascular and metabolic conditions, including lipid disorders, hypertension, renal disease, obesity, heart failure, diabetes, and other related areas. There will be ample opportunity for networking, discussion, and collaboration, fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for professionals from across the UK in both primary and secondary care.
Why Should You Register for This Meeting?
Join a diverse community of healthcare professionals to learn and contribute to how policy and the latest research will influence ongoing clinical practice.
Cardiovascular disease and diabetes, along with their various clinical manifestations, remain among the most prevalent conditions encountered in daily practice. Understanding your patients' risk of future cardiovascular events and exploring how clinicians can effectively mitigate these risks are crucial for the well-being of our patients.
Explore the latest advancements in cardiovascular and metabolic medicine.
Engage in discussions on new guidelines and therapies.
Collaborate with delegates and share your own contributions.
Win prizes for the best contributions, including the prestigious SHARP Prize.
Join Us for an Inspiring Gathering
The meeting will be attractive to general practitioners and secondary physicians alike. For those at early career stages and established clinicians and clinician scientists. And importantly, for nurses, pharmacists and allied health professionals. Join us for what promises to be an enjoyable and valuable meeting!
Stay Updated and Engaged
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SHARP Prize
The call for abstracts for the 2025 SHARP Prize is now open! We invite all healthcare professionals, researchers & students to submit an abstract for consideration for poster or oral presentation at the 2025 conference and for this prize.
SHARP welcomes abstracts outlining recent research, audit projects, or clinical audit/service improvements relevant to cardiovascular disease or diabetes.
Submitting an abstract and aiming for this prestigious prize not only showcases your research but also offers valuable opportunities to present your work in a friendly environment, advance your career and gain recognition in the field.
SHARP is dedicated to promoting excellent evidence-based care for patients at risk of or already with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and their complications. Your work and enthusiasm can help us achieve this aim.
This opportunity is open to SHARP members. To become a member, visit:
https://www.sharpscotland.org/membership
The Prize
Prizes of £300 will be awarded for the best oral & poster presentations.
Presentation
Accepted abstracts will be presented at the Annual Meeting at Crieff Hydro Hotel on 6th & 7th November 2025.
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Following the success of our 2024 Annual Meeting at Crieff Hydro Hotel, we’re pleased to be returning to the same venue for this year’s in-person event. Join us on Thursday 6th and Friday 7th November for two days of engaging discussion and collaboration as we continue to advance our shared goals in cardiovascular health.
Our annual meeting is recognised for uniting a diverse community of stakeholders across medicine, medtech, and technology - all committed to driving innovation and enhancing outcomes in cardiovascular care.
Our annual meeting gathers experts in stroke, lipid, cardiac, metabolic, and other specialisms, with representation from primary & secondary care professionals from all corners of Scotland. Our conference provides a platform for meaningful discussions and knowledge exchange.
At SHARP, we are dedicated to shaping patient care through healthcare research and educational initiatives. As a charity, our mission is to reduce cardiovascular disease by driving forward initiatives that have a direct impact on patient outcomes. Your participation as a sponsor not only supports the advancement of healthcare in this area but also grants you access to a prominent platform where you can connect with healthcare professionals dedicated to cardiovascular health.