News • Cardiology
Belgrade, May 2025. At the most recent Congress of the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the European Society of Cardiology, held in Belgrade, Dr. Milan Gluhović, internist-cardiologist, was awarded the prestigious title of Fellow of the Heart Failure Association (FHA). With this recognition, he became the only holder of the FHA title in Bosnia and Herzegovina, confirming his long-standing work and dedication to the fight against heart failure.
Why is this title important?
The FHA title is among the highest professional recognitions in the field of heart failure. It is awarded to physicians with proven achievements in education, science, guideline implementation, and public health work. Heart failure is one of the leading challenges of modern cardiology, which is why initiatives that enable early detection and timely treatment are especially valued.
Contributions of Dr. Milan Gluhović
Dr. Gluhović has demonstrated his dedication through:
- Organization of educational programs and professional symposia.
- Public street campaigns and awareness activities on the occasion of World Heart Day and World Heart Failure Awareness Day.
- Media appearances aimed at educating patients and the wider public.
- Strengthening interstate cooperation and connecting experts from the region and Europe.
- Development of screening programs for heart failure through measurement of the NT-proBNP biomarker and cardiac ultrasound examinations.
Statement after the ceremony
“This title is not only a personal recognition, but also an obligation for us to continue working together on early detection, prevention, and modern treatment of heart failure in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” Dr. Gluhović emphasized after the ceremony.
About the HFA 2025 Congress in Belgrade
This year’s international congress brought together thousands of cardiologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals from around the world. During the four-day program, the latest guidelines, innovations, and scientific results in the treatment of heart failure were presented, including:
- interactive workshops and “How-to” sessions,
- presentations of the latest research in the field of genetic therapy and advanced medications,
- education programs within the HFA Young initiative for young professionals,
- “Late-Breaking Science” sessions with the latest clinical evidence.
This event further highlighted Belgrade as an important center of international cardiology cooperation.
Significance for Bosnia and Herzegovina
The awarding of the FHA title to Dr. Gluhović is not only a personal success, but also a major step for the cardiology community of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It confirms that serious projects, modern initiatives, and high-quality experts are being developed in our country, capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with leading centers across Europe.
This success shows that local initiatives can have international impact and that the efforts of our physicians are valued at the highest level.
See the atmosphere from the ceremony
Below, we present part of the atmosphere from the ceremonial moment of awarding the FHA title to Dr. Gluhović — a moment of pride and inspiration for the entire community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FHA title?
An international recognition of the Heart Failure Association (ESC) for physicians with outstanding contributions in the field of heart failure — education, science, guidelines, and public health work.
How is heart failure screening performed?
It combines clinical assessment, laboratory measurement of the NT-proBNP biomarker, and cardiac ultrasound, along with risk assessment and referral for targeted therapy.
What does this mean for patients?
Better access to modern protocols, earlier diagnostics, and regional/European cooperation that accelerates knowledge exchange and the implementation of new therapies.
Tags: heart failure, HFA, FHA, cardiology, NT-proBNP