Stanley Y. Shaw Named Heart of Boston Chair
The American Heart Association appointed the cardiologist to lead its local campaign through 2027.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Heart Disease
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The American Heart Association has named board-certified cardiologist Stanley Y. Shaw as the volunteer chair of its Heart of Boston campaign. The initiative focuses on funding scientific research and community health efforts across the Greater Boston area.
Why it matters
The campaign supports local scientific research, public policy advocacy, and community health initiatives. These efforts are intended to improve health outcomes and combat heart disease in the region.
The American Heart Association has operated for 100 years and currently leverages a network of 35 million global volunteers. Its regional campaign in Boston continues to support local scientific research and public health initiatives.
The players
Stanley Y. Shaw
He is a board-certified cardiologist and the associate vice president and global medical cardiovascular disease area lead at Amgen who previously served as the inaugural associate dean for executive education at Harvard Medical School.
American Heart Association
This non-profit organization is dedicated to funding cardiovascular research, educating the public about healthy living, and advocating for policies that reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
Amgen
This multinational biopharmaceutical company focuses on developing human therapeutics for serious illnesses, particularly in areas like cardiovascular disease, oncology, and inflammation.
The details
Stanley Y. Shaw, who currently serves as the associate vice president and global medical cardiovascular disease area lead at Amgen, will lead the year-long campaign. Amgen is also serving as a platform sponsor for the Heart of Boston effort.
Timeline
Stanley Y. Shaw was named volunteer chair on October 13, 2026.
The campaign is scheduled to conclude at the 2027 Boston Heart and Stroke Ball.
Health Landscape
The appointment follows a pattern established by the American Heart Association's 2027 Boston Heart and Stroke Ball planning cycle. This leadership change aligns with the broader strategy of integrating clinical expertise into non-profit advocacy to advance cardiovascular research.
The Heart of Boston campaign aims to strengthen local cardiovascular health resources through research and advocacy. Residents in the area may see increased community health programming as the campaign progresses toward its 2027 conclusion.
The takeaway
The selection of a medical leader for the campaign highlights the importance of aligning industry expertise with charitable health goals. Residents interested in cardiovascular health can look for upcoming developments as the organization prepares for its major ball in 2027.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by American Heart Association.
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