Brand at a Glance
A condensed version of the Ontario Association of Cardiologists brand and vision
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists (OAC) is a professional association representing cardiologists across Ontario. We work with the provincial government, the Ontario Medical Association, and health system partners to support policies and decisions that shape the delivery of cardiac care.
Our focus is on ensuring patients across the province have timely access to high-quality cardiovascular services, from diagnosis through ongoing management. At its core, the OAC is committed to advancing patient-centred cardiac care by supporting cardiologists in practice, promoting high professional standards, and contributing to a strong and sustainable health care system.
Why We Exist
Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and hospitalization in Ontario. Delivering effective care requires coordination across community and hospital settings, modern tools and infrastructure, and policies that reflect how care is actually delivered.
The OAC exists to ensure that the perspectives of frontline cardiologists are meaningfully represented in these conversations.
We provide a unified voice for the specialty, one grounded in clinical experience, patient needs, and real-world practice. Through ongoing engagement with government, agencies, and system partners, we contribute practical insights that support better decision-making and improved patient outcomes.
What We Do
Advocate for patients and the health system
We engage constructively with government and health system partners to support policies that improve access to cardiac care, strengthen outpatient services, and enhance system efficiency.
Support high standards in cardiology practice
We promote quality, appropriateness, and continuous improvement in cardiac care, including diagnostic services and emerging models of care.
Advance practical solutions
We work collaboratively to address real-world challenges in cardiology, including digital health, accreditation, and care delivery across diverse practice settings.
A strong cardiology community is essential to delivering high-quality, accessible patient care.
Examples of Our Work
Strengthening access to cardiac care in the community
The OAC advocates for the role of outpatient cardiology services as essential health care infrastructure. Timely access to consultations, diagnostics, and follow-up care is critical to preventing hospitalizations and supporting patients living with cardiovascular disease.
Advancing quality and accountability in diagnostic services
We work with health system partners to support quality-based frameworks for cardiac testing, including echocardiography and other diagnostic services. Our focus is on ensuring that standards are practical, evidence-based, and support high-quality care across all practice settings.
Supporting modern, efficient models of care
Cardiology practice is evolving. The OAC contributes to discussions on care delivery models, workforce challenges, and the integration of new technologies to improve efficiency, coordination, and patient experience.
Shaping policy through clinical expertise
We bring frontline clinical insight into provincial discussions on health policy and system planning. By engaging constructively with government and partner organizations, we help ensure that decisions reflect how cardiac care is delivered in practice and what patients need.
Our Approach
The OAC’s work is grounded in collaboration, evidence, and a shared commitment to patient care. We bring together clinical expertise, system knowledge, and practical experience to help shape solutions that work for patients, providers, and the health system as a whole.