Professor Ernest Madu will be the keynote speaker for the University of Colorado School of Medicine’s Hooding and Oath Ceremony on May 20, 2024.

As founder and chairman of Heart Institute of the Caribbean (HIC) Professor Madu brings a wealth of expertise and global recognition to this prestigious event.

A luminary in cardiovascular medicine and health systems development, Professor Madu is renowned worldwide for his pioneering work. His insights have been sought after by esteemed institutions and think tanks, and he has graced platforms such as the main TED conference with his thought-provoking ideas.

With keynote lectures delivered at leading academic centres like MIT, Yale, Penn, and Harvard University, Professor Madu is known for excellence and innovation in health care.

The University of Colorado School of Medicine ranked among the top 25 medical schools in the US, eagerly anticipates honouring its graduating class with doctor of medicine (MD) degrees. The ceremony symbolises the culmination of years of rigorous academic pursuit and marks the beginning of a new chapter for these aspiring medical professionals.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to cardiovascular medicine, Professor Madu has received the prestigious Distinguished Cardiologist Award from the American College of Cardiology and the Global Health Champion Award from the University of Pennsylvania. His global impact includes being named among the 100 most influential in health care and the 30 most influential in public health worldwide.

“We are privileged to have Professor Ernest Madu as our keynote speaker,” said Shanta Zimmer, MD, senior associate dean of medical education at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. “His dedication to advancing health care and his commitment to excellence resonate deeply with our institution’s values. We are confident that his address will inspire our graduates as they embark on their medical careers.”

The Heart Institute of the Caribbean stands as a beacon of excellence in the English-Speaking Caribbean, providing world-class cardiac care. The HIC Heart Hospital, Jamaica’s sole heart hospital registered by the Ministry of Health and Wellness, reflects Professor Madu’s vision of accessible, high-quality health care for all.