Clinical Document Topic Nomination

Topic Identification and Prioritization

The Scientific Documents Committee (SDC) and the Clinical Guidelines Committee (CGC) jointly oversee the identification and prioritization of HRS scientific and clinical documents (respectively). Throughout the year, the committees collect ideas for document topics that are of interest to our members and for any potential gaps in our existing documents. Then the committees review and prioritize the list of submitted topics to ensure that the Society’s documents are timely, relevant, and impactful:

1. Call for Topics: Each year, the committees invite Society members to submit their most pressing topic ideas. This open invitation ensures the Society's documents reflect the current needs and interests of our EP community. Submissions are made via a user-friendly online form, allowing everyone a chance to contribute.
2. Review and Consolidation: The committees meticulously review all submissions against a range of factors, such as scope, timeliness, evidence base, and potential for global collaboration. This step ensures we focus on topics that advance the EP field and align with the Society’s strategic plan.
3. Topic Championship: Topics selected for further exploration by the SDC or CGC are assigned a "Topic Champion" who advocates for the topic through research and presentation. This stage is vital for assessing the relevance and timeliness of each topic, as well as identifying potential leaders and collaborators in the field.
4. Finalize Selection: Finally, using a structured rank voting process, the SDC or CGC members prioritize the topics that align closely with the Society's objectives and the needs of the EP community. The top-ranked topics are developed into proposals and submitted to the Executive Committee for final review and approval.

This process ensures that our documents are not only a reflection of our EP community's current needs but are also positioned to have a lasting impact on the field of heart rhythm management.