It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2^nd Symposium on Invasive Cardiology in Slavonski Brod with international participation.

Building on the success of our first meeting, which marked twenty years of invasive cardiology in Slavonski Brod, this year’s Symposium continues our shared commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and high-quality patient care. It reflects the ongoing development of our regional cardiac center and our dedication to applying advancements in modern cardiovascular medicine to our clinical practice.

Our program will bring together experts in interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, electrophysiology, and vascular medicine, as well as nurses and radiology engineers — all essential members of the heart team. The symposium encourages open exchange of knowledge and experience and promotes the multidisciplinary cooperation that defines good clinical practice.

We are proud that, through teamwork and collaboration with national and international partners, Slavonski Brod has become recognized as a regional center where expertise, dedication, and education come together to improve patient outcomes.

I would like to warmly thank all lecturers, participants, and colleagues who contributed to the organization this event, and our hospital administration for their continuous support and encouragement.

I hope this year’s symposium will provide useful insights, new ideas, and strengthen the professional connections that move our field forward.

Thank you for being part of it.

Yours sincerely,

Prim. dr. sc. Katica Cvitkušić Lukenda, dr. med. /