OAC Information Webinar: EQI Program Accreditation Requirements Update – December 3, 2025

Date: December 3, 2025

Format: Virtual Webinar

Hosted by: Ontario Association of Cardiologists in collaboration with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics

Overview

The Ontario Association of Cardiologists (OAC), in collaboration with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics, hosted a webinar on December 3, 2025 to review the updated EQI Program Accreditation Requirements that will take effect in 2026.

The session provided an overview of key changes to the EQI program, including implementation timelines and practical considerations for echo labs preparing for the updated standards.

Topics Covered

• Overview of the EQI program updates for 2026
• Key timelines, documentation requirements, and readiness checkpoints
• Considerations for community and hospital-based echo labs
• Communication strategies for clinicians, sonographers, and administrative teams
• Live Q&A with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics and the OAC

Audience

The webinar was designed for cardiologists and echo program leads seeking to stay informed about upcoming EQI program changes and implementation requirements.