Get Ready For ACC.24: A Comprehensive Guide For Young Professionals

March 27, 2024 | Tripti Gupta, MD

Upcoming Event

ACC.24 is just around the corner – and we're helping Fellows in Training (FITs), medical students, medical residents and early career professionals prepare by sharing this in-depth guide to navigating the event of the year taking place April 6-8, in Atlanta, GA. Attendees will have unique opportunities to hone their knowledge of current medical advances and research, network with colleagues and gain insights into nonclinical aspects of the cardiology profession. Learn about the must-do activities and sessions planned for ACC.24.

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety For FITs Part 1

March 25, 2024 | Jadry Gruen, MD

Feature Article

The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education requires that cardiology fellows take part in quality improvement (QI) projects or patient safety (PS) investigations. The interpretation of this requirement varies across institutions, from required quality improvement projects to simulated exercises.

Pursuing Research as an FIT

March 25, 2024 | Ravi A Thakker, MD

Feature Article

Fellowship is a time in your career where you get to pursue the subspeciality you’ve always dreamed of. You grow clinically and gain experiences in other aspects of the field such as research opportunities and leadership. However, learning how to balance your clinical duties with research and leadership can be challenging.

Attend "Office Hours" With the JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging Editors at ACC.24

March 18, 2024

Upcoming Event

Join the JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging editors, including Editor-in-Chief Y. S. Chandrashekhar, MD, DM, FACC, for "office hours" on Saturday, April n6, and Sunday, April 7, from noon to 2 p.m. ET during ACC.24. Bring your imaging-related data or manuscript and receive in-person feedback and advice that will help your paper's suitability for publication. If the editors feel your work is strong, you may receive a provisional acceptance right then and there, pending satisfactory revision! For more details visit the JACC Journals at ACC.24 event page.

Money Matters in Medicine: Part 1: A Prelude to Deeper Financial Conversations

March 12, 2024 | Caroline West, MD

Feature Article

Navigating the financial landscape during medical training presents a distinctive set of challenges for aspiring physicians. The prolonged period of low compensation coupled with the substantial costs associated with medical education often shapes lasting financial behaviors.

Family Planning: An IMG Perspective

March 12, 2024 | Fares Sukhon, MD

Feature Article

It is no secret that family planning is hard. If family planning is compared to an electrocardiogram, then family planning during cardiology fellowship is as hard as an intracardiac electrogram (EGM). However, we cannot allow life to stop during fellowship, and much like an EGM, we should spend the time and effort necessary to understand and navigate the hurdles of family planning during fellowship.

JACC: Case Reports Invites Submissions of Challenging RHD Cases

February 26, 2024

JACC Family of Journals

Submit your challenging rheumatic heart disease (RHD) cases highlighting the global burden of cardiovascular disease for a forthcoming special issue or mini-focus issue planned for fall or winter 2024. Topics range from pediatric acute RHD to primary prevention strategies, complex valvular heart disease and more. Submissions in any format are welcome and are due by Tuesday, April 30. Learn more.

ACC's Career Fair at ACC.24 – Secure Your Place

February 26, 2024

Career Development

ACC's Career Fair will be taking place Sunday, April 7 from 8 a.m. – noon ET during ACC.24. Don't miss your chance to network with peers, connect one-on-one with +30 employers from across the U.S. and explore dozens of open positions. Get your questions answered by the experts and prepare to take the next step in your career. Reserve your place at ACC's Career Fair today.

Look at Everything

February 20, 2024 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Poetry

ST elevations, take to the lab!
But look at the Hgb
of five; he's bleeding.
Cancel the code – call gastrointestinal.

Parenthood in Cardiology Training: Is There Ever a Good Time to Have a Child?

February 20, 2024 | Rama Hritani, MD

Feature Article

Family planning decisions for both male and female physicians are often affected by medical training. Challenges arise when the common reproductive age is the same age individuals are doing their medical training, building their careers and deciding their future career plans. Concerns often arise regarding parental leave, training interruptions, radiation exposures, fear of infertility, childcare, self-care and breastfeeding accommodations.

Advice From Melinda Davis, MD, FACC, on Starting Your Own Cardio-Obstetrics Program

February 20, 2024 | Melinda Davis, MD, FACC ; Heather Wheat, MD

Feature Article

Many people venturing into cardiology are interested in niche areas such as cardio-obstetrics, cardio-oncology and vascular medicine. However, well-established cardiovascular programs and hospital systems don't always have an established clinic with a focus on these smaller subspecialty areas. If these niches are of particular interest to you but not available at your current institution or practice, you may wonder how to create a program of your own.

JACC: Case Reports Invites Submissions of Challenging RHD Cases

February 15, 2024

JACC Family of Journals

Submit your challenging rheumatic heart disease (RHD) cases highlighting the global burden of cardiovascular disease for a forthcoming special issue or mini-focus issue planned for fall or winter 2024. Topics range from pediatric acute RHD to primary prevention strategies, complex valvular heart disease and more. Submissions in any format are welcome and should be made by Tuesday, April 30. Learn more.

Get the Knowledge You Need to Transform CV Care at ACC.24

February 8, 2024

Upcoming Event

FITs and Early Career Professionals who attend ACC.24, April 6-8 in Atlanta, will get up to speed on current medical advances and research, be in the room as the results of Late-Breaking Clinical Trials that may transform cardiovascular care are revealed, network with colleagues, gain insight into non-clinical aspects of the cardiology profession, and more. Register by March 6 to SAVE and learn more about all ACC.24 has to offer!

PAD: A Clue to Polyvascular Disease in Need of Federal Legislative Reconsideration

February 6, 2024 | Omar Leonards, MD

Feature Article

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that affects approximately 236 million adults, with an estimated 8.5 million Americans being affected nationally; however, there is a need for more contemporary data.

Enrollment Open For Next Business Essentials For CV Fellows Program; Due Feb. 26

February 5, 2024

Educational Opportunities

MedAxiom has partnered with Wharton Online to launch the second cohort of Business Essentials for Cardiovascular Fellows Program, a world-class cardiovascular educational curriculum curated specifically for fellows and early career professionals. This self-paced online education covers the latest trends and best practices in clinical care and business performance and empowers to propel your career forward. Encourage your program director to enroll on behalf of your program. Enrollment is open until Feb. 26. Learn more.

Apply For a $1,000 Travel Award to ACC.24 in Atlanta

February 5, 2024

Upcoming Event

The ACC is accepting applications for travel awards to ACC.24, taking place April 6-8 in Atlanta, GA. Each year, a limited number of travel awards are provided to encourage ACC's Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career Professionals to attend the Annual Scientific Session. The travel award is a maximum of $1,000 – applied retroactively as a reimbursement after the conference – and helps cover the cost of transportation, lodging and meals. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 9. Learn more and apply here.

Gamification in Medical Education: Let the Games Begin!

January 24, 2024 | Mariam A Riad, MD

Feature Article

Over the years, medical education has morphed from unidirectional lectures to many shapes and forms. One of the key drivers in medical education is the delivery method, which now involves fun and digestible ways to present complex information. That is where "Jeopardy" comes into play.

Transitioning From Fellowship to Early Career

January 24, 2024 | Ravi A Thakker, MD

Feature Article

Transitioning from being a cardiovascular disease fellow to an early career attending can be both exciting but anxiety provoking at the same time. Not only do you have to ensure you choose the right career setting, but you also must consider family and personal responsibilities with your job choice.

FIT Reflections on ACC’s Missouri Chapter Activities

January 24, 2024 | Tom X Hu, DO

Feature Article

"Physicians often practice in silos," remarked Brett Wesley Sperry, MD, during the second day of the 53rd Annual Dr. Robert D. Conn Heart Conference in Kansas City. The conference, sponsored by Saint Luke's Mid-America Heart Institute and supported by ACC's Missouri Chapter, honors Robert D. Conn, MD, a dedicated Kansas City physician committed to physician and nurse education who initiated "The Heart" cardiovascular symposium. The event was later renamed in Dr. Conn's honor.

Lessons From the UC Irvine Cardiology Fellowship Book Club

January 23, 2024 | Robert Tungate, MD

Feature Article

In 1975, Arthur Ashe lifted up the Wimbledon Championship Trophy. He was named the greatest tennis player alive. Three years later, at the age of 36, he suffered a heart attack. He underwent a coronary angiogram which revealed severe, multi-vessel coronary artery disease. He wrote a reflection on the episode for The Washington Post to serve as a warning for others, particularly Black Americans such as himself, not to neglect early symptoms.

ACC FIT Meetup: From the States and Beyond

January 23, 2024 | Devina Jagota, DO

Feature Article

I recently had the pleasure of joining state representatives from all around the country for a virtual "happy hour" meetup to discuss upcoming chapter events and share ideas on how to improve fellow engagement and overall involvement. The event started with introductions, and I quickly learned the meeting was not only attended by U.S. Fellows in Training (FITs), but international members as well.

Last Call For NCDR-Funded Research Proposals, Due Feb. 2

January 23, 2024

Announcements

ACC's NCDR is calling for research proposals for consideration for NCDR funding. Proposals should include hypothesis-driven research based upon secondary analysis of NCDR data, with the intent to develop manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

Fostering the Next Generation of Physician-Scientists in Developing Countries

January 22, 2024 | Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, MD

Feature Article

Research has reshaped medical practice, transitioning it from a primarily experience-driven approach to an evidence-based profession. This evidential foundation is the bedrock for widely adopted practice guidelines, impacting policymakers, clinicians and most importantly, patients. Nevertheless, it is crucial to recognize that most research output originates from high-income countries.

Reflections on the 2023 ACC Legislative Conference From a First-Time Advocate

January 22, 2024 | Sun Young Jeong, MD

Feature Article

This past October, I was among approximately 450 cardiology clinicians from across the U.S. who attended the ACC's 2023 Legislative Conference in Washington, DC.

Submit ACC.24 Research For Simultaneous Publication in JACC Journals

January 16, 2024

JACC Family of Journals

Call For Submissions: CV Imaging Heart Tank Proposals Due Dec. 19

December 11, 2023

Announcements

Do you have a cardiovascular imaging research idea? Apply to participate in the next Heart Tank For the CV Investigator event, taking place Jan. 10, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET. The event is designed to provide young investigators with a chance to present their research proposals before an audience of renowned cardiovascular professionals. Proposals are due Tuesday, Dec. 19. Submit here.

Private Practice Planning For FITs

December 11, 2023 | Daniel J. Chu, MD

Feature Article

Have you ever thought about starting a private practice? If so, you may be aware of the many challenges involved. It certainly isn’t for everyone, but if you decide that the private practice model may fit your lifestyle and you desire to take a lead role in the administrative burden involved, here are a few things to know.

FITs: Enter CardioSmart's Shared Decision-Making Challenge by Jan. 15 to Win Free ACC.24 Registration

December 4, 2023

Announcements

ACC's CardioSmart is inviting ACC Fellows in Training (FITs) to participate in a new Shared Decision-Making Challenge. An essential component of the patient-clinician relationship, shared decision-making improves outcomes and patient satisfaction. In this challenge, FITs are encouraged to use an existing CardioSmart tool with their patients and submit an essay about their experience for a chance to win free registration to ACC.24 in Atlanta, GA, April 6-8, and be featured in Cardiology magazine. Submissions are due by Jan. 15, 2024. Learn more.

Don’t miss the chance to win free registration to ACC.24 in Atlanta, GA, April 6-8, when you upload your resume to ACC Cardiology Careers. A free, members-only benefit of the College, ACC Cardiology Careers can help you find your next professional opportunity.

Endovascular Medicine and Interventional Training: Building a Workforce For an Unmet Need

November 14, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

This article featured in Cardiology Magazine discusses the unmet need for training in endovascular medicine and interventional training. A combined endovascular medicine and interventional fellowship is a subspeciality training program that is most commonly pursued following interventional cardiology training.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Mustafa I. Ahmed, MD

November 9, 2023 | Amr Salama, MD ; Mustafa I Ahmed, MD

Feature Interview

Mustafa I. Ahmed, MD, is an interventional cardiologist and structural heart disease specialist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) where he serves as director of the Cardiovascular Network, Interventional Cardiology and the Cath Lab, and the program director of the Structural Heart Disease Program.

Why FITs Should Get Involved in Advocacy

October 30, 2023

Feature Video

Why should ACC’s Fellows in Training (FITs) get involved in ACC Advocacy?

JACC: Advances Call For Papers: Health Equity

October 20, 2023

Announcements

JACC: Advances is calling for papers for a special focus issue on health equity as one step in the journal's commitment to understanding and improving health inequities in cardiology, eliminating health disparities, and achieving social justice.

Examine the Year's Groundbreaking Scientific Papers Presented by Authors Who Made Direct Contributions to the Science at NYCVS

October 20, 2023

Educational Opportunities

Join JACC Editor-in-Chief and Course Director Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, and the most prestigious names in cardiology for the NY Cardiovascular Symposium, taking place Dec. 8 – 10.

Forging a Career in Medical Education

October 17, 2023 | Heather Wheat, MD

Feature Article

Determining what you want your career to look like post-training is one of the most exciting, yet intimidating aspects upon receiving that final certificate. For many of us, our career paths are well-defined up until this point: undergrad, medical school, residency and fellowship. But next it’s time to define your own path and what you want it to look like.

Recruiting Women Fellows: Tips to Optimize Fellowship Program Websites

October 17, 2023 | Lauren Hunter, MD

Feature Article

Virtual interviews are the current standard for applications to cardiology fellowship programs. Applicants prefer the cost reduction and flexibility with scheduling of virtual interviews according to a large, national cross-sectional survey of Fellows in Training (FITs) that applied to general cardiology and subspecialty fellowships between 2018 and 2021.

Translation of AI to Clinical Practice: Friend or Foe?

October 17, 2023 | Pradnya Brijmohan Bhattad, MD

Feature Article

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has great potential in assisting cardiologists in making a prompt clinical diagnosis by improving interpretation skills.

Advice From an International Cardiology Fellowship Applicant

October 13, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Veraprapas "Mark" Kittipibul, MD, reminisces on his journey from medical school in Thailand to matching into Duke University in 2021. He discusses how he "experienced moments of triumph and faced the depths of uncertainty" and provides advice on what he wishes he knew before beginning his journey.

JACC: Heart Failure Call For Papers: HF and Obesity Management

October 12, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Heart Failure is inviting submissions for a special focus issue on strategies for the management of obesity and heart failure (HF).

Getting Ready For ACC Legislative Conference 2023: Reflections With Nicole Lohr, MD, PhD, FACC

September 27, 2023 | Tripti Gupta, MD ; Nicole L. Lohr, MD, PhD, FACC

Feature Interview

A recent fireside chat led by Brenton Bauer, MD, FACC, and Aaron Smith, MD, taught FITs about ACC's Legislative Conference and how to get more involved with advocacy at the ACC.

MedAxiom and Wharton Online Launch CV Business Essentials For Fellows Program, Enroll by Oct. 13

September 15, 2023

Educational Opportunities

MedAxiom, an ACC Company, has partnered with Wharton Online to develop a first-of-its-kind business and management program designed specifically for cardiovascular fellows and early career professionals to jumpstart your career as a future health care leader.

Tips For Dealing With Debt While in Training

September 15, 2023 | Nicholas Arnold, MD

Feature Article

Student loan payments have been paused since March of 2020 which provided many people with extra income. However, beginning in October, these payments will resume unless one chooses to remain in forbearance or deferment. Most of us with outstanding loans have some combination of undergraduate and graduate loans that likely, especially graduate loans, originated from the federal government.

I Made a Mistake

September 13, 2023 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Poetry

I made a mistake, sleep-deprived in a foreign place with people I didn't know well.

Welcoming New Babies During Fellowship? Time to Learn About the 529 Plan

September 13, 2023 | Colby Salerno, DO

Feature Article

Many individuals welcome babies into the world during their fellowship. This past year, members of my fellowship welcomed six little ones, including two sets of twins.

JACC: Case Reports Call For Submissions: Vascular Abnormality Imaging Vignettes

September 13, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Case Reports is inviting imaging vignettes of congenital or acquired vascular abnormalities for a special issue planned for publication in early 2024.

Latest Issue of Cardiology Magazine Highlights Importance of ACC Member Engagement

September 13, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

This month’s issue of Cardiology magazine highlights the stories of various ACC members, many of whom got their start with advocacy, whose dedication to fostering a community at the College has been both personally and professionally rewarding as well as a driving force behind the College’s strategic efforts.

Navigating Radiation Safety During Pregnancy: Practical Guidance For FITs

September 12, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Diana Melo, MD, and Priyanka Bhugra, MD, discuss the importance of radiation safety during pregnancy and how to make an informed decision about participating in rotations that pose a risk of radiation exposure.

ACC Cardiology Careers Featured Jobs For September; Register For ACC’s Virtual Career Fair

September 12, 2023

Career Development

The list of featured jobs from ACC’s Cardiology Careers has been updated for the month of September. A free, members-only benefit of the College, ACC Cardiology Careers can help you find the next step in your career.

Applications Now Open For ACC’s Internal Medicine Cardiology Program

August 20, 2023

Call For Applications

The ACC is now accepting applications for all five cohorts of ACC's Internal Medicine Cardiology Program. The program is designed to introduce internal medicine interns, residents and cardiology fellows to a career in cardiology by connecting them with mentors, a peer network and education on career opportunities in the field.

ACC Advocacy Fireside Chat For FITs and Early Career Professionals

August 14, 2023

Upcoming Event

ACC Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career professionals are invited to tune into an engaging conversation with ACC Board of Governors Chair Nicole L. Lohr, MD, PhD, FACC, on Tuesday, Aug. 29 at 7 p.m. ET.

Call For Submissions: Interventional Cardiology Heart Tank Proposals Due Aug. 18

August 8, 2023

Announcements

Do you have a research idea in the area of interventional cardiology? Share it with a panel of experts in the field! Apply to participate in the next "Heart Tank For the Cardiovascular Investigator," taking place Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. ET.

ACC FL Chapter's 1st CV Fellows Symposium 2023: For Fellows, by Fellows

August 4, 2023 | Abdullah Sarkar, MD

Feature Article

The inaugural Cardiovascular Fellows Symposium, held last spring, was ACC Florida Chapter's first event designed specifically for fellows.

Submit Your Abstract For the 2024 Young Investigator Awards Competition

July 31, 2023

Announcements

Submissions are now open for the 2024 Young Investigator Awards competition at ACC's Annual Scientific Session. Apply to become one of 15 young scientific researchers to present cutting-edge research in the Clinical Investigations, Basic and Translational Science, and Outcomes Research categories at ACC.24, held April 6-8 in Atlanta, GA.

Strategies For Success in the Cath Lab: Improving Mental Dexterity

July 25, 2023 | Amr Salama, MD

Feature Article

In the fast-paced and challenging environment of the cath lab where small errors can have severe consequences, maintaining a positive mindset is crucial for both personal well-being and professional success. Mental dexterity means thinking and adapting quickly, controlling our internal emotions and delivering the right reaction. Below are some tips on improving your mental dexterity in the cath lab.

Acing Your Next PowerPoint Presentation: A Step-By-Step Guide

July 25, 2023 | Katherine Fell, MD

Feature Article

In any cardiology specialty, effectively giving a presentation is a part of your future career. Providers in private practice, academia and industry all need the ability to get people to listen to them; fellows are often asked to give presentations within their fellowship or at a national conference.

Reminder: Earn Free Membership in ACC’s Early Career Section When You Update Your Profile

July 24, 2023

Announcements

Update your information to stay abreast of the latest news in the field and receive free membership in ACC’s Early Career Section starting next year.

Breaking Bad News: An Internal Struggle

July 17, 2023 | Priya Misra, MD

Feature Article

There was a palpable sensation of exhaustion and anxiety as soon as I entered the room. I took one look at the chest X-ray and knew in my gut this was not going to be a normal echo.

Interviews With Leaders in CV Imaging: Paul Cremer, MD

July 17, 2023 | Anam Waheed, MD, FACC ; Paul Cremer, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Anam Waheed, MD, a fellow in training (FIT) at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, spoke with Paul Cremer, MD, imaging cardiologist, associate director of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and associate director of the Cardiovascular Medicine Training Program...

Reserve Your Place For ACC’s Virtual Career Fair

July 13, 2023

Join us live on Thursday, Sept. 28, 5-8 p.m. ET for ACC’s Virtual Career Fair. Don't miss the opportunity to connect with leading employers in the health care industry, visit more than 30 virtual booths packed with career advancement opportunities and network with other aspiring cardiology professionals.

Leverage NCDR Data: Submit a Research Proposal

June 29, 2023

Announcements

ACC’s NCDR is committed to providing research opportunities and leveraging audit-validated registry data in support of expanding and improving the scientific knowledge that drives high quality care and improves cardiovascular health.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Mirza Umair Khalid, MD, FACC

June 28, 2023 | Mirza Umair Khalid, MBBS, FACC ; Ravi A Thakker, MD

Feature Article

Mirza Umair Khalid, MD, FACC, is an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine, where he also serves as academic director of the cardiovascular disease fellowship program and medical director of the CCU at the Michael DeBakey VA Medical Center.

JACC: Developing Future Clinical Trialists: Increasing Fellow Exposure to Clinical Trials During Training

June 26, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

Clinical trials are an essential part of the medical world. Many FITs aspire to work on clinical trials throughout their career, yet don’t due to concerns about lack of time and feasibility of participating. Jason Feinman, MD, et al., conducted a study that concluded having fellows involved in clinical trials helps the world of medicine "all move forward together."

Call For Nominations: Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award

June 26, 2023

Announcements

Request a nomination from your mentor or training director for the Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award. Win a $1,000 prize and the chance to present your work at the Annual Scientific Session during ACC.24, all expenses paid.

Setting Your "New Year's Resolutions" For The New Academic Year

June 20, 2023 | Heather Wheat, MD

Feature Article

July 1. The turnover of the medical calendar complete with new faces, new roles and an opportunity to set new goals. I like to think of July 1 as a time to set my "New Year's Resolutions" for my career and revisit old goals that may have fallen by the wayside throughout the last year.

Cardiology Magazine: Cardiology Fellowship: Lessons Learned

June 13, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In the For the FITs article in the June issue of Cardiology magazine, Daniel McBride, MD, provides insight and advice on the lessons he learned through his cardiology fellowship and what key factors are essential to success.

ACC Legislative Conference Scholarships Available For FIT/Early Career Advocates

June 13, 2023

Announcements

Are you planning to attend ACC’s Legislative Conference 2023? The three-day meeting will take place Oct. 15-17 in Washington, DC, where attendees will have the opportunity to hear from health policy experts and meet with their members of Congress to advocate for their patients and profession.

JACC: Advances: A Machine Learning Model to Aid Detection of FH

May 30, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

Research published May 24 in JACC: Advances aimed to derive an algorithm which can identify people with suspected monogenic familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) for subsequent confirmatory genomic testing and cascade screening, since these individuals have a higher risk of premature coronary heart disease and death.

Connecting California: A CA ACC Chapter Initiative

May 23, 2023 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Article

Welcome back to the series on ACC chapter engagement for Fellows in Training (FITs)! The intent of the series is to encourage FITs to actively engage in their state’s ACC chapter.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Why Art and Mentorship Matter

May 23, 2023 | Nazanin Moghbeli, MD ; Lauren Hunter, MD

Feature Interview

Nazanin Moghbeli, MD, is an Iranian-American professional artist and cardiologist. She is the director of the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, an educator of medical humanities programs, and my mentor.

Call for Applications: JACC Edge Associate Editor, Due June 2

May 23, 2023

The ACC is seeking applicants for the position of associate editor of the JACC Edge newsletter. Led by editor Pratik Doshi, MD, the newsletter provides “snackable,” curated cardiovascular content to subscribers.

JACC: Case Reports Call For Cardio-Obstetrics Case Report Submissions

May 22, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Case Reports is inviting submissions of challenging cardio-obstetrics cases for a special issue or mini-focus issue(s). Topics of interest include valvular heart disease, arrhythmias and congenital heart disease in pregnancy; peripartum cardiomyopathy; and peripartum spontaneous coronary artery dissection.

Cardiology Magazine Web Edition May 2023

Insuring Against Financial Catastrophe

May 16, 2023

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In a recent article in Cardiology magazine, Robert S. Zhang, MD, gives tips on how to make sure you’re protecting your most important asset: your medical degree.

ACC Webinar: Preparing Your Cardiology Fellowship Application: Q&A Session with Incoming Cardiology Fellows

May 12, 2023

Featured Webinar

Applying for a Cardiology Fellowship? Join us live on Tuesday, May 23 at 8:00 p.m. ET for all the insights and best practices to make your application stand out.

RPM – Hope or Hype?

May 10, 2023 | Shiyang Zhang, MD

Feature Article

There was an obvious trend emerging at a recent cardiology conference: remote patient monitoring (RPM) devices. In one booth, a woman wore a virtual reality (VR) headset and walked down a virtual plank holding a small device while her heart rhythm and anxiety score were publicly displayed. In another, a man wore a sleek white cuff magnetically strapped to his arm and watched its blue glow as his blood pressure displayed on his iPhone.

Interviews With Leaders in CV Imaging: Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, FACC

May 9, 2023 | Diana M Lopez, MD ; Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Diana M. Lopez, MD, a FIT at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, spoke with Marcelo F. Di Carli, MD, FACC, the Seltzer Family Professor of Radiology and Medicine at Harvard Medical School and executive director of Cardiovascular Imaging at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, on the ever-evolving specialty of cardiovascular imaging, advice for building a training program, tips for Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career professionals on entering the field, and more.

Call For Papers: Social and Environmental Determinants of Health and Health Disparities in Cardio-Oncology

May 8, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: CardioOncology is inviting submissions for a special issue examining the social and environmental determinants of health and health disparities in the global cardio-oncology patient population.

ACC Quality Summit 2023: Now Accepting Abstracts

May 8, 2023

Announcements

Share your quality improvement successes with an abstract for ACC Quality Summit 2023, taking place Oct. 11-13 in Orlando, FL. Showcase how NCDR and ACC Accreditation Services data have helped you improve patient care, processes or quality initiatives through innovative educational experiences, team-based collaboration, data collection processes, or research activities.

Call For Submissions: Critical Care Cardiology Heart Tank Proposals Due May 5

May 2, 2023

Announcements

Do you have a research idea in the area of critical care cardiology? Don’t miss your chance to share it with your colleagues, peers and a panel of experts in the field!

JACC: Basic to Translational Science Special Issue Highlights Innovative Approaches to HF

April 28, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

The latest issue of JACC: Basic to Translational Science includes presentations from the Cardiovascular Research Foundation’s Technology and Heart Failure Therapeutics (THT) 2023 Shark Tank Innovation Competition.

JACC: Case Reports PCR Tricuspid Focus Issue

April 28, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

Developed through a collaboration with the PCR Tricuspid Focus Group, the April issue of JACC: Case Reports is dedicated to the tricuspid valve. The issue features cases categorized into the subtopics of anatomy and physiology, pacemaker leads, and future directions – each with a podcast summary recorded by Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, and members of the editorial board.

An FIT Poem: Do You See That?

April 26, 2023 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Poetry

Do you see / That P wave; is that AFib / or something hiding in the T wave, / a deceiving premature atrial complex

Conversations in Cardiology: Ways to Advance in Interventional Cardiology Training For FITs

April 26, 2023 | Mazen Roumia, MD, FACC ; Pradnya Brijmohan Bhattad, MD

Feature Interview

Mazen Roumia, MD, FACC, is the director of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Saint Vincent Hospital, MA and Assistant Professor of Medicine at University of Massachusetts Medical School where he is also involved in clinical research.

Showcase your work during ACC’s Care of the Athletic Heart, returning June 8-10 in person in Washington, DC, and virtually!

JACC: Climate Change, Environmental Pollution, and the Role of Cardiologists of the Future

March 28, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

The debilitating consequences of environmental exposures on cardiovascular health, exacerbated by the effects of climate change, make it imperative to include environmental cardiology in training programs for fellows and early career cardiologists, according to a FIT and Early Career Section Column article recently published in JACC.

Missed the Career Fair at ACC.23/WCC? Check Out the Featured Employers Guide!

March 28, 2023

Career Development

Cardiology Careers’ Featured Employers Guide is now available, with information on organizations recruiting cardiology professional during the Career Fair at ACC.23/WCC.

FITs: Stay in Touch; Update Your Information

March 28, 2023

Announcements

During and after your training, the right support is critical. Ensure we’re providing you with support tailored to your needs!

ACC.23/WCC Clinical Trials Recap

March 28, 2023

Featured Webinar

Listen to concise summaries from FITs from the University of Michigan, with commentary from ACC.org Editor-in-Chief Kim A. Eagle, MD, MACC, on the most impactful late-breaking clinical trials from ACC.23/WCC.

Reflecting on the 2022 Health Policy Statement on Career Flexibility in Cardiology

March 21, 2023 | Mili Mehta, MD

Feature Article

My mother, despite being married to and raising two physicians herself, continues to ask when my hours will improve to accommodate my toddler’s lifestyle. "You’ll be working 9-5 as an attending, right?" Yet, the dreams of a more "normal" work schedule, following years of training and overnight calls, remain elusive as we move closer to the finish-line and become privy to the reality of the demanding schedules of an attending cardiologist.

A Review of "Blacks in Medicine: Clinical, Demographic, and Socioeconomic Correlations"

March 21, 2023 | Olubadewa A. Fatunde, MD

Feature Article

African Americans are seldom represented during either undergraduate or graduate medical education in the United States. While this statement may seem jarring, consider the fact that African Americans were actively excluded from America’s largest medical association until 1967.

New Year, New Approach to Finances

March 21, 2023 | Colby Salerno, DO

Feature Article

With the new year comes new year’s resolutions. My recommendation for all FITs is to make one of this year’s resolutions to take a more active role in your finances. There are a lot of ways to do this, with a lot of recommendations out there.

February 22, 2023

Featured Meetings and Conferences

Attending ACC.23/WCC in New Orleans? Mark your calendars for these JACC Journals events!

Get Ready for ACC.23/WCC: A Comprehensive Guide For FITs

February 22, 2023

ACC.23 is just around the corner – and we’re helping FITs prepare with this in-depth guide to navigating the event of the year taking place March 4-6 in New Orleans and virtually. FITs will have unique opportunities to hone their knowledge of current medical advances and research, network with colleagues, and gain insights into nonclinical aspects of the cardiology profession.

ACC, AHA, SCAI Release New Training Guidance For Interventional Cardiology

February 21, 2023

Announcements

The ACC, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) have jointly issued a clinical document outlining competency-based training requirements for interventional cardiology trainees.

Haider Warraich, MD: the Medical Griot

January 24, 2023 | Olubadewa A. Fatunde, MD

Feature Article

In West African tradition, a griot is a storyteller. Before written history, the griot was central to every community, charged with preserving and narrating local history, analyzing cultural norms, and providing entertainment. A modern-day griot may resemble an amalgamation of Ava DuVernay, Aesop, and Henry Louis Gates Jr. ACC Humanities 2022 has explored careers of cardiologists crafting meaningful lives through the humanities. In this chapter, we feature advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist Dr. Haider Warraich.

FITs Leading FITs: Interview With Aaron A. H. Smith, MD

January 24, 2023 | Abdullah Sarkar, MD

Feature Interview

In this segment of our series highlighting ACC state chapter engagement, I talked to Aaron A. H. Smith, MD, about his path to ACC and his recent work with FITs from across the nation. Smith is a third-year cardiology fellow and a chief fellow of education at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he is staying for an additional year of fellowship in advanced cardiovascular imaging.

Prioritizing Balance in Cardiology

January 24, 2023 | Lauren Hunter, MD

Feature Article

It was my weekend off and I planned to do it all: Prepare a presentation for a morning conference, and then drive to Washington, DC to visit my sister, her kids, my brother-in-law, whom I had not seen in months. The weekend included a fancy hotel, museums, restaurants, and a visit with my dad. He was going to meet my 7-month-old daughter for the first time.

FIT Finance 101: Filling Gaps in Financial Wellness

January 24, 2023 | Nicholas Arnold, MD

Feature Article

Throughout training, most of us receive little to no financial education. And if we do, it tends to be minimal and surface level. In a profession where 50% of us start training with more than $200,000 in debt, we have very little education on how to deal with this debt while living within a trainee salary.

An Update From Your ACC FIT Leadership Council

January 24, 2023 | Mohamad Khattab, DO

Feature Article

I’m honored and elated to serve as Editor-in-Chief for the ACC FIT section! On behalf of the ACC FIT Leadership Council, I want to update you on what we are looking to accomplish in 2023. We would also love to hear your ideas and feedback regarding the FIT webpage, our social media presence, and the FIT newsletter.

Check Out the Latest Issue From JACC: Case Reports

January 18, 2023

JACC Family of Journals

The latest issue of JACC: Case Reports presents a combination of cases on imaging and structural interventions, including a case report about what to do when you encounter a right atrial thrombus before an electrophysiology procedure.

ACC’s Career Fair Opens Door to New Professional Opportunities For Job Seekers

January 17, 2023

Career Development

The ACC is hosting its first in-person Career Fair in three years at ACC.23/WCC in New Orleans, LA!

ACC Webinar: Informational Session on Immigration, Visas and Finding a Job on Jan. 31

December 21, 2022

Featured Webinar

On Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 7 – 8:15 p.m. ET, immigration lawyer Jan Pederson will join the Fellow in Training Section Council for an illuminating discussion on immigration and the job search for international medical graduates (IMG).

Don't Miss CV Summit 2023: Getting to the Guts of What You Need to Know

December 21, 2022

Featured Meetings and Conferences

Register today for the Cardiovascular Summit, Feb. 16-18, in Washington, DC, a transformative educational experience where you can learn from expert faculty...

Explore Sessions For FITs Across 11 Learning Pathways at ACC.23/WCC

December 21, 2022

Featured Meetings and Conferences

FITs at ACC.23 Together With WCC will get up to speed on current medical advances and research, be in the room as results of Late-Breaking Clinical Trials...

Most Read FIT Articles of 2022

December 21, 2022

Feature Article

As 2022 comes to a close, we're looking back at another year of outstanding articles written by FITs, for FITs.

Cardiology Magazine: RHD Research; Spotlight Series on Microvascular Disease; More

December 9, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) impacts nearly 41 million people worldwide and this month’s cover story of Cardiology magazine offers a comprehensive look at the current landscape as well as into treatment considerations and global and local RHD prevention efforts.

Join ACC’s Academic Cardiology Section for a “Heart Tank” event on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. ET, focused on congenital heart disease.

JACC: Case Reports: How to Write Your First Clinical Case Report

November 14, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

Although the process for young authors is rewarding once the manuscript gets accepted, the writing and revision process can be exhausting. In a recent article, JACC: Case Reports Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, shares valuable advice on how to publish a clinical case, guiding authors from journal selection to revision and beyond.

Cardiology Magazine: Dose-Reduced Direct Oral Anticoagulants: Practical Considerations

November 14, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are commonly used for the prevention of thrombosis in several cardiovascular contexts, including stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation and primary prevention, acute treatment or extended-duration secondary prevention of venous thromboembolism.

Call For Applications For ACC’s Internal Medicine Cardiology Programs, Due Dec. 16

November 8, 2022

Call For Applications

The ACC is now accepting applications for four new cohorts in ACC’s Internal Medicine Programs. The program is designed to introduce internal medicine interns, residents and cardiology fellows to a career in cardiology by connecting them with mentors, a peer network and education on career opportunities in the field.

Next Monthly ACC/SCAI Cath Case Discussion on Coronary/CHIP Procedures Nov. 19

November 7, 2022

Educational Opportunities

Join the ACC and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) for the next Cath Case Discussion on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. ET!

Cardiology Magazine: Dose-Reduced Direct Oral Anticoagulants: Practical Considerations

November 7, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are commonly used for the prevention of thrombosis in several cardiovascular contexts, including stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) and primary prevention, acute treatment or extended-duration secondary prevention of venous thromboembolism.

Call For ECG Challenge Submissions For JACC: Case Reports

November 1, 2022

Announcements

Submit your most interesting ECG Challenges to JACC: Case Reports. ECG Challenges can include electrophysiology and rhythm disorder subtopics.

Master the Business of Cardiovascular Care, Advance Your Career

October 26, 2022

Educational Opportunities

MedAxiom, an ACC Company, has partnered with Wharton Online to develop a first-of-its-kind business and management program designed specifically for cardiovascular professionals. The Cardiovascular Business and Management Essentials Program focuses on essential non-clinical competencies that are not taught in medical school.

Use Heart Songs 5 to Master Your Cardiac Auscultation Skills

October 26, 2022

Announcements

Listen to Heart Songs 5 at your convenience to improve your cardiac auscultation skills. As a Fellow in Training, this online program will provide you with high-quality heart sounds and covers basic murmurs/sounds, intermediate murmurs, expert murmurs, and adult congenital murmurs which will facilitate your understanding and mastery of many hear murmurs/sounds.

Next Heart Tank Event Focuses on Basic to Translational Science

October 25, 2022

Upcoming Event

Join a distinguished panel of judges, Glenn I. Fishman, MD, FACC; Douglas L. Mann, MD, FACC; and Nadia R. Sutton, MD, FACC, as they hear Young Investigators “pitch” their basic to translational science research ideas.

Meet the JACC Journals Editors During AHA 2022

October 24, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

If you are attending the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2022, join the JACC Journals’ editors-in-chief and members of their respective boards to learn about the types of papers they are looking for, ask any probing questions and get behind-the-scenes insight into the Journals’ editorial processes.

New JACC Interactive Case Examines Sudden Respiratory Distress in Pregnancy

October 24, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

A new JACC Patient Care Pathways case provides an inside look at the pathway of a 37-year-old female who, while in labor, develops dyspnea, hypoxemia, and tachycardia, followed by an acute pulmonary embolism.

Join a Webinar on Physician Compensation Trends on Nov. 8

October 24, 2022

Featured Webinar

Contract Diagnostics – an ACC partner – is answering questions about physician compensation during a webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 p.m.

New York State FIT Committee Showcase: Part II

October 18, 2022 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Interview

Welcome back to our series on ACC chapter engagement for FITs! The intent of the series is to encourage FITs to actively engage in their state's ACC chapter. Interviews of select state chapters are conducted to glean their experiences to be shared with readers.

The Road to MedTech Innovation: Business Aspects and Funding Opportunities

October 18, 2022 | Ahmed M. A. Selim, MD, FACC

Feature Article

Even though many physician inventors might not be interested in the business and revenue aspects of their invention, innovators should understand the crucial importance of business plausibility for the survival of their technology.

New York State FIT Committee Showcase: Part I

October 18, 2022 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Interview

Welcome back to our series on ACC chapter engagement for FITs! The intent of the series is to encourage FITs to actively engage in their state’s ACC chapter.

ACC Webinar: Recurrent Pericarditis in a Professional Athlete

October 5, 2022

Featured Webinar

ACC's Imaging Member Section and JACC: Case Reports are hosting a journal club webinar on Thursday, Oct. 13 from noon to 1 p.m. ET.

Confidently Navigate the Job Market With a Virtual Event on Nov. 17

October 5, 2022

Featured Webinar

Understand the current state of the job environment and pick up strategies for identifying opportunities during a live virtual networking event on Nov. 17!

Apply to Participate in the Next Heart Tank Event by Oct. 13

October 4, 2022

Announcements

Do you have a research idea in the area of basic to translational science? Don’t miss this chance to share it with your peers, colleagues – and the experts!

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A Review of the New ACGME Parental Leave Policy

September 20, 2022 | Agnes Koczo, MD

Feature Article

There may come a time for residents or fellows where they begin to think about family planning. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) recently put out new institutional requirements that were approved and implemented as of July 2022.1 This article seeks to highlight key areas of the new parental leave policy, which may be of interest for fellows in discussion with their institutional program directors.

Look Like

September 20, 2022 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Poetry

You're my doctor? You've got to be kidding. You look like— I have socks that are older than you.

Three Approaches to Improving Diversity and Inclusion Among Trainees

September 20, 2022 | Chinedu Madu, MD

Feature Article

Diversity and inclusion have become an area of focus in many cardiology programs across the country. Everybody knows that the diversity within the cardiology faculty and trainees needs to improve. Though the problem is apparent, the solution is less so. In this article, I highlight three innovative approaches to improving diversity within a cardiology fellowship program and the results that these approaches yielded.

The Road to MedTech Innovation: Regulatory, Reimbursement, and Prototyping

September 20, 2022 | Ahmed M. A. Selim, MD, FACC

Feature Article

Welcome back to part two of this series, “The Road to MedTech Innovation.” In part one, we explored conception, valuation and protection of ideas.

ACC Webinar: Managing Pregnant, Highest Risk CV Patients

September 15, 2022

Featured Webinar

Your high-risk cardiovascular patient has just become pregnant. What do you do now? Join us for a webinar, "A Team-Based Approach for When the Highest Risk Cardiovascular Patient Becomes Pregnant" for the guidance you need.

JACC: Negotiation for the Early Career Cardiologist

September 14, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Simin Gharib Lee, MD, MBA; Alexander J. Blood, MD, MSc; and Ajar Kochar, MD, MHS, highlight the key aspects of principled negotiation and arm FIT and early career cardiologists with a roadmap for professional success.

JACC: Building a Curriculum for the CV Implementation Scientist

September 13, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Ankeet S. Bhatt, MD, MBA, MSC; Simin Lee, MD, MBA; and Muthiah Vaduganathan, MD, MPH, FACC, advocate for formalized and dedicated pathways for training in implementation science for FITs and early career cardiologists.

New JACC Webinar Examines Burden of CVD in South America

September 6, 2022

Featured Webinar

A new webinar based on the JACC special report, "Global Burden of Cardiovascular Diseases and Risk Factors," examines cardiovascular disease trends and modifiable risks in South America. Moderator Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, is joined by panelists Edgardo Escobar, MD, FACC; Juan F. Granada, MD; Gláucia Maria Moraes de Oliveira, MD, MSc, PhD, FACC; and Daniel José Piñeiro, MD, FACC, in a discussion outlining on the most prevalent modifiable risk factors in the region, the implications of these findings on clinical practice, how clinicians can address modifiable risks with patients, and health policy considerations.

Use ECG Drill & Practice to Prepare For the Boards

August 30, 2022

Educational Opportunities

Are you preparing for initial Board certification in CV disease or looking to hone your ECG interpretation skills? ECG Drill & Practice can help! With this online program you will review key findings in clinical electrocardiography and can take advantage of the self-assessment ECG test.

My Experience Taking the Echocardiography Board Exams

August 24, 2022 | Vikram Sharma, MD

Feature Article

It is said that it is better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all. After taking my echocardiography (echo) board examination, I have a similar feeling – that it is better to have learnt and forgotten, than to have never learnt at all.

Conversations with Cardiologists: C. Noel Bairey Merz, MD, FACC

August 24, 2022 | Paul Marano, MD

Feature Interview

C. Noel Bairey Merz, MD, FACC, is Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center at the Smidt Heart Institute of Cedars-Sinai, where she is also the Irwin and Sheila Allen Chair in Women’s Heart Research. In addition to her roles as a leading physician scientist and clinical cardiologist, she is also Director of the Clinical Scholars Program at Cedars-Sinai, a program offering formal research training to fellows.

Reflection: ACC Chief Fellow Leadership Symposium 2022

August 24, 2022 | Mohamad Khattab, DO ; Sonu Abraham, MD ; Tripti Gupta, MD ; Shubha Deep Roy, MD, FACC

Feature Article

The ACC FIT Leadership Council works diligently to provide high yield content and opportunities including educational webinars, mentorship programs and networking events to improve the FIT experience during training. The inaugural ACC Chief Fellow Leadership Symposium for rising chief fellows was their latest successful endeavor, led by Emily Zern, MD; Hyeon-Ju Ali, MD; Prashanth Thakker, MD; and Nosheen Reza, MD.

Implications of Restricting Legal Abortion Access on Cardio-Obstetrics Care

August 22, 2022 | Tripti Gupta, MD ; Amanda Wen Cai, MD, FACC

The number of pregnant persons, affected by cardiovascular disease (CVD) is rising and has necessitated the development of multidisciplinary, specialized teams in a field called cardio-obstetrics. achieving optimal maternal and fetal outcomes for patients with CVD relies on the expertise of these teams, a constant assessment of treatment risks versus benefits, and sometimes termination of pregnancy as a life-saving measure for the pregnant patient.

Join the Next ACC Advocacy Fireside Chat With Sam Jones, MD, FACC

August 18, 2022

Upcoming Event

Please join us on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 8 p.m. ET, for the next ACC Advocacy Fireside Chat featuring Sam Jones, MD, FACC.

Now Open: Call For Abstracts & Cases For ACC.23/WCC

August 17, 2022

Announcements

Shape the future of patient care by sharing your research with the global cardiovascular community at ACC.23 Together With WCC in New Orleans, March 4 – 6, 2023!

Webinar: Discussion of the CHAP Trial and Management of Hypertension in Pregnancy

August 16, 2022

Featured Webinar

What is the right target blood pressure (BP) for pregnant women with chronic hypertension? Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 8 p.m. ET for a special joint journal club hosted by the ACC Cardio-Obstetrics Workgroup and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine as we discuss the Chronic Hypertension And Pregnancy (CHAP) trial results with lead author, Alan Tita, MD.

Interested in Joining an ACC Committee? Nominations Now Open!

August 16, 2022

Announcements

Nominations for available positions on ACC’s Committees, including NCDR and ACC Accreditation Services’ committees, are now being accepted until Tuesday, Sept. 13. Interested applicants or nominators are encouraged to review the open positions on the Committee Nominations Portal and may self-nominate or nominate a colleague.

My story goes like this: When I was 12, while running to class, I tripped and fell. The pencil that had been clenched in my fist was suddenly up my nose and within inches of my brain. I lost vision in my right eye and became partially blind in the left; the trauma also resulted in left-sided weakness, necessitating many months of rehabilitation. But I was adamant that this event would not define me; I would define it.

A Welcome to First Year Fellows

July 19, 2022 | Sonu Abraham, MD

Feature Article

It is the time of the year when third year residents transition to first year cardiology fellows overnight. It is understandably a daunting experience but most importantly, congratulations to all! Welcome to your cardiology family!

Conversation With Early Career Cardiologist and Entrepreneur, Mohamed Elshazly, MD

July 19, 2022 | Ahmed M. A. Selim, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Mohamed Elshazly, MD, is a cardiac electrophysiologist. He trained in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins University, and cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology at the Cleveland Clinic. He carries a master’s degree in biotechnology enterprise and entrepreneurship from Johns Hopkins Krieger Institute of Arts and Sciences.

How Much Does a Cardiologist Generate For the Hospital?

July 19, 2022 | Carlos Vargas, DO

Feature Article

After four years of medical school, three years of internal medicine residency, three years of general cardiology plus an additional one to two years of subspecialty training, FITs should have a better idea of their monetary value within the health care system.

A Case For the 401(k)-Retirement Fund: Part 3

July 18, 2022 | Vybhav Jetty, MD

Feature Article

In this three-part series, I will be discussing the 401(k)-retirement fund from my perspective. In part three, I will discuss a step-by-step guide to my process and how I got my co-fellows into better plans.

ACC Member Benefit: Contract Diagnostics Webinar on July 14

July 11, 2022

Featured Webinar

The ACC has partnered with Contract Diagnostics to provide comprehensive contract reviews for its members. Join a webinar on Thursday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. ET, with Jon Appino, Contract Diagnostics founder and chief executive officer, who will focus on the cardiologist’s perspective on physician structures and compensation structures.

Apply to Join the 2022-2023 FIT Editorial Board

July 11, 2022

Announcements

The FIT Council of the ACC is seeking 33 highly qualified, motivated individuals to serve as the 2022-2023 Editorial Fellows for the FIT Section webpage. The FIT Section webpage is dedicated to publishing non-clinical FIT-relevant content, written for FITs by FITs.

Update on Cardiac Transplantation in Advanced HF; Building a Physician Community Through Soccer; Protecting the Hearts of the Unhoused; More in Latest Issue of Cardiology

July 11, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The latest issue of Cardiology highlights the advances in cardiac transplantation in advanced heart failure, and the challenges of de-escalating dual antiplatelet therapy after PCI in a conversation with Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, and Editor-in-Chief Peter C. Block, MD, FACC.

JACC Paper and Editorial Response Explore the Pitfalls, Benefits of Subspecialization

July 11, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent article published July 12 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Graham H. Bevan, MD, et al., consider the challenges that continued subspecialization in cardiology could present to the field.

Submit Your ESC Research to JACC Journals

July 5, 2022

Announcements

If you are presenting research during ESC Congress 2022, we invite you to submit your high-impact findings to JACC Journals for simultaneous publication.

Travel Award Application Now Open For ACC's 2022 Legislative Conference

July 5, 2022

Announcements

Join us in person for the 2022 Legislative Conference, ACC's biggest advocacy event of the year!

New JACC Webinar Examines Burden of CVD in North America

July 5, 2022

Featured Webinar

A new webinar based on the JACC special report, "Global Burden of Cardiovascular Diseases and Risk Factors," examines cardiovascular disease trends and modifiable risks in North America.

Latest JACC: Advances Issue Highlights Reduced Dosing in Older Patients with NVAF, Obesity in Midlife as a Potential Driver of AFib; More

July 5, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

The latest issue of JACC: Advances includes a state-of-the-art review on catheter-based interventions for the management of valvular heart disease during pregnancy.

ACC Launches Revamped Cardiology Careers Page

July 5, 2022

Career Development

Whether you're looking for career tips and resources to help you advance in your current position or considering a completely new professional opportunity, Cardiology Careers is the place to do it.

CV Overview and Board Prep: Get Everything You Need!

June 28, 2022

Announcements

Enrollment is now open for ACC's Cardiovascular Overview and Board Prep Virtual Experience! Enroll today and receive a comprehensive review in cardiovascular disease while ensuring you are prepared for the ABIM Initial Certification or MOC assessments!

JACC Paper Reimagines Training in Cardiac CT For Cardiology Fellows

June 28, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent paper published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Scott E. Janus, MD; Mohamad Karnib, MD; and Sadeer G. Al-Kindi, MD, FACC, call for increased exposure and requirements for cardiac computed tomography (CCT) during cardiology fellowship, which they write has become an integral component of clinical cardiology.

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The Psychology of Decision Making: Behind the Scenes

June 14, 2022 | Paul Marano, MD

While training as cardiology fellows, we learn how to interpret data to best care for our patients. We process a range of objective data, from EKGs, hemodynamic measurements to imaging studies. We learn the impressive body of high-quality evidence supporting various treatments.While training as cardiology fellows, we learn how to interpret data to best care for our patients. We process a range of objective data, from EKGs, hemodynamic measurements to imaging studies. We learn the impressive body of high-quality evidence supporting various treatments.

Conversations with Cardiologists: Edward Wilson Grandin, MD, MPH, FACC

June 14, 2022 | Leah Kosyakovsky, MD

June 14, 2022

Put a spotlight on your research and establish yourself as the one-to-watch in cardiology! The Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award Committee is seeking the next breakthrough young scientific investigator.

Texas ACC Chapter’s FIT Success as Big as the Lone Star State: Part II

June 9, 2022 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Interview

Welcome back to our series on ACC chapter engagement for FITs! The intent of this series is to encourage FITs to actively engage in their state's ACC chapter. Interviews with select state chapters are conducted to glean their experiences and share with readers. In this article, I continue my interview with the Texas ACC chapter's FIT catalysts, Joe Aoun, MD, and Travis, Haneke, MD, about their chapter's efforts.

Texas ACC Chapter’s FIT Success as Big as the Lone Star State: Part I

June 9, 2022 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Interview

Welcome back to our series on ACC chapter engagement for FITs! The intent of this series is to encourage FITs to actively engage in their state’s ACC chapter. Interviews with select state chapters are conducted to glean their experiences and share with readers. I reached out to multiple chapters inviting them to highlight their efforts and got a quick response from the Texas ACC chapter’s FIT catalysts, Joe Aoun, MD, and Travis, Haneke, MD.

The Future of Cath Lab QI: A Conversation With Simon Dixon, MD, FACC

June 9, 2022 | Akash Rusia, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Simon R. Dixon, MD, FACC, is the Chair of Cardiovascular Medicine at Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak, Dorothy Susan Timmis Endowed Chair of Cardiology, and Professor of Medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He is originally from New Zealand and came to the United States in 1999 for an interventional cardiology fellowship.

D&I Discussion on Recent ACC Health Policy Statement

June 8, 2022

Featured Webinar

Register today for the Diversity and Inclusion webinar on Wednesday, June 29 at 6 p.m. ET about the ACC’s recent Health Policy Statement on Building Civility, Respect and Inclusion. Writing committee members Pamela Douglas, MD, MACC, Sharonne Hayes, MD, FACC, Jennifer Mieres, MD, FACC, Robert Roswell, MD, FACC, and Natalie Stokes, MD, will discuss organizational and individual strategies on how to encourage excellence, belonging and inclusion, and support efforts to reduce discrimination, bullying and harassment.

New Presidential Series “UnEDited” Launches June 21

June 8, 2022

Announcements

ACC President Edward Fry, MD, FACC, will kick off his first "UnEDited" presidential series discussions on June 21 at 5 p.m. ET. Join Fry and special guests Katie L. Berlacher, MD, FACC, and Andrew M. Kates, MD, FACC, along with fellows Ricardo Nieves, MD, and Krasimira Mikhova, MD, for an informal discussion about cardiovascular fellow training and the importance of well-being, diversity, and more.

ACC/SCAI Monthly Cath Case Discussion: Percutaneous Mitral Valve Therapies

May 31, 2022

Upcoming Event

The ACC Interventional, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Early Career, and FIT Sections have partnered with SCAI to host a monthly Cath Case Discussion focusing on hot topics. Join us for our next session on June 18 at 10 a.m. ET, where we will discuss percutaneous mitral valve therapies.

Call for Submissions: Long COVID Cardiac Cases

May 31, 2022

Announcements

JACC: Case Reports is inviting submissions for a 2022 special themed issue on long COVID cardiac cases. Papers in the form of clinical cases, clinical case series and clinical vignettes will be accepted.

New ACC Health Equity Series Kicks Off with South Asian Cardiovascular Health Discussion

May 31, 2022

Upcoming Event

The ACC Health Equity Taskforce is introducing a new discussion series addressing health care disparities across under-represented populations. Join a panel of experts on June 21 at 7 p.m. ET for the inaugural event focused on South Asian cardiovascular and metabolic health.

ACC Webinar: Applying For Fellowship in 2022 – Tips and Tricks Straight From Program Directors

May 19, 2022

Featured Webinar

Join ACC's FIT and PDGME Sections for a webinar on Thursday, June 2 at 7 p.m. ET, covering all things related to the 2022 Cardiology Fellowship Application Cycle.

JACC: Case Reports Podcast Offers Inside Look at Editorial Review Process

May 19, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

A new JACC: Case Reports podcast series, titled Behind the Curtain, gives listeners an inside look at the editorial review process for the recent case of left brachiocephalic perforation during right heart catheterization.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Jason Wasfy, MD, MPhil

May 18, 2022 | Andrew Oseran, MD

Jason Wasfy, MD, MPhil, is an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, Director of Quality and Outcomes Research at the Massachusetts General Hospital Heart Center, and Medical Director of the Massachusetts General Physicians Organization (MGPO). In this interview, he shares his perspective with FITs on his career at the intersection of clinical cardiology, academic research and hospital leadership.

Richard Allen Williams, MD, FACC 'The Doctor is In!" compact disc.

Richard Allen Williams, MD, FACC: The Renaissance Man

May 18, 2022 | Olubadewa A. Fatunde, MD

“Renaissance man” describes an accomplished individual demonstrating expertise in multiple fields. Cardiologist Richard Allen Williams, MD, FACC, is the modern embodiment of a renaissance man. While descriptions extolling Williams’ accomplishments are extensive – which include his title as founder of the Association of Black Cardiologists and recipient of several Lifetime Achievement Awards and the ACC's Distinguished Award for Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion – the focus of this article is to study his investment in the humanities and derive lessons on how we, as FITs, can lead more fulfilling lives.

My Pen and My List

May 18, 2022 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Extra-small, I click, because it’s the only way to print the list on just page one.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Srihari S. Naidu, MD, FACC

May 18, 2022 | Amr Salama, MD

Srihari S. Naidu, MD, FACC, is a professor of medicine at the New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY. He serves as System Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Labs at Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Naidu is a pioneer in the minimally invasive alternative to open heart surgery known as alcohol septal ablation.

The Road to MedTech Innovation: Conception, Valuation and Protection

May 18, 2022 | Ahmed M. A. Selim, MD, FACC

Physicians with expertise in their field of practice often have plenty of novel ideas, but they are not sure how to evaluate the validity of them or how to develop them into patient care products.

An FIT’s Experience at Heart Rhythm Society 2022

May 17, 2022 | Arooj R Khan, MD

As a first-time attendee, I was full of excitement and anticipation as I headed to San Francisco for Heart Rhythm Society 2022. I had my schedule pre-planned for the three days to include a variety of sessions, ranging from late breaking clinical trials, fellows hands-on training, women in electrophysiology (EP) to poster sessions.

Iowa ACC Chapter & Iowa FIT Council: Cardiac MRI Lecture Series

May 16, 2022

Upcoming Event

The Iowa ACC Chapter and the Iowa FIT Council have remained committed to delivering high quality education for FITs and Early Career cardiologists throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Journal Club: Acute Afterload Mismatch After TTVr

May 13, 2022

Featured Webinar

Join members of the JACC: Case Reports editorial board and ACC's Imaging Section for a journal club discussion on Tuesday, May 31 at 12 p.m. ET.

Webinar: The Impact of Gender Microaggressions on Cardiovascular Health

May 13, 2022

Featured Webinar

Join May's Diversity and Inclusion webinar on Wednesday, May 25, at 6 p.m. ET, discussing gender microaggressions and their impact on cardiovascular health.

Cardiology | Consistency the Driving Force in Research For Award

May 10, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

A scientific breakthrough is often seen as a sudden leap forward, but for Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, there are no leaps, just a relentless digging to uncover the cause of a problem and find a solution.

Deadline Extended: ACC Quality Summit Abstracts Due May 16

May 10, 2022

Announcements

Share your quality improvement successes with an abstract for ACC Quality Summit, scheduled for Sept. 14-16 in Los Angeles, CA, and virtually. Showcase how NCDR and ACC Accreditation Services data has helped improve patient care, processes or qualitative initiatives!

Quantification of Female and URM Applicants to Clinical Cardiac EP Fellowships; More

April 29, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

Research presented at Heart Rhythm 2022 and simultaneously published in JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology highlights the lack of reliable data regarding the number of board-certified female or underrepresented minority (URM) electrophysiologists in the U.S. as part of a call to increase representation in the field.

Care of the Athletic Heart: Investing in the Cardiac Care of Athletic Patients

April 26, 2022 | Dermot M. J. Phelan, PhD, FACC ; Meagan Murphy Wasfy, MD, FACC

Educational Opportunities

The month of June, known as the "gateway to summer," heralds ACC's annual Care of the Athletic Heart meeting. This year, the flagship meeting of the Sports and Exercise Cardiology Section will take place virtually on June 3.

JACC | Formalizing Medical Education in Cardiology

April 25, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent paper published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Lakshmi S. Tummala, MD, FACC, and Christy L. Kaiser, MD, FACC, address the need for formalized medical education in cardiology, explore the use of technology in medical education and opportunities for curriculum development and outline teaching principles aimed to guide efforts.

ACC Quality Summit: Now Accepting Abstracts

April 20, 2022

Upcoming Event

Share your quality improvement successes with an abstract for ACC Quality Summit, scheduled for Sept. 14-16 in Los Angeles, CA, and virtually. Showcase how NCDR and ACC Accreditation Services data has helped you improve patient care, processes or qualitative initiatives!

Progress Through Symbiosis: The Bridges Clinic

April 20, 2022 | Agnes Koczo, MD

Feature Interview

Cardio-obstetrics multidisciplinary clinics emerged through the symbiotic expertise of cardiology and maternal fetal medicine (MFM) as a response to growing maternal mortality rates, among which more than half are of cardiac etiologies and occur following delivery. Among the most successful and rapidly expanding cardio-obstetrics centers is the Bridges Clinic at the Magee Women’s Hospital, situated in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

ACC Releases Inaugural Annual Report

April 20, 2022

Announcements

Webinar: Teaching in the Clinical Setting

April 19, 2022

Featured Webinar

Are you aiming to be an outstanding educator while on service? Join the FIT Section on April 21 at 7 p.m. ET for a webinar on educating in the clinical setting. Learn about how to execute effective teaching strategies, tackle teaching at multiple levels and build a career in medical education.

Register For Chief Fellows Leadership Symposium

April 19, 2022

Virtual Meeting

The FIT Section Leadership Council is hosting the inaugural Chief Fellows Leadership Symposium, a one-day virtual conference for rising chief CVD fellows, on Friday, May 27 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. ET.

California ACC Chapter’s FIT Journey to Success: Part II

April 19, 2022 | Megan Pelter, MD

Feature Interview

Welcome back to our series on ACC chapter engagement for Fellows in Training (FIT). This series, which will consist of interviews with select state chapters to glean experience and tips, is meant to encourage FITs to get involved in their state's chapter by highlighting the personal and professional benefits of doing so.

Cardiology | What's DEI Got to Do With It?

April 15, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

"For the past few years, there has been an increase in attention and discussion within cardiovascular fellowship programs, as well as the broader health care community, about the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) amongst health care providers," writes Oby B. Ibe, MD, MPH.

Cardiology | Women Still Missing From Clinical Trial Leadership

April 15, 2022

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Despite recent efforts to improve women's leadership in cardiovascular clinical trial research over the last decade, the number of female principal investigators (PIs) still falls well below the number of men, based on two recent studies, including one presented as part of ACC.22.

Engage With Sports Cardiology Experts in June

April 14, 2022

Upcoming Event

Join your colleagues virtually and register for Care of the Athletic Heart on June 3 for live sessions, panel discussions, debates and a Q&A! Learn about fundamental cardiovascular diagnostic and management strategies from sports cardiology experts through cases, research and treatment options, as well as the impacts of COVID-19 on athletes.

Read the Inaugural Issue of JACC: Advances

April 14, 2022

JACC Family of Journals

Karthikeyan Ananthasubramaniam, MBBS, FACC is president-elect of the ACC Michigan Chapter and will begin his three-year term in spring 2022. He is the Director of Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac PET at Henry Ford Hospital, Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University, and previously served as the Director of Echocardiography and Program Director of Advanced Imaging Fellowship at Henry Ford.

Inspiring Women in the Pursuit of Electrophysiology

JACC Family of Journals

The Feb. 16 issue of JACC: Case Reports features a Viewpoint article by Janet Han, MD, FACC, et al., reflecting on diversity and inclusion in cardiovascular society presidents over the past century.

ACC/SCAI Monthly Cath Case Discussion: Heart Team Approach to Complex PCI

February 15, 2022

The ACC Interventional, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Early Career, and Fellows-in-Training Sections have partnered with SCAI to host a monthly Cath Discussion focusing on hot topics.

Webinar: Advancing Resilience and Clinician Well-Being

February 15, 2022

Join the ACC's Accreditation Product Managers for a webinar on Feb. 24 at 3 p.m. ET to review how the pandemic has impacted the delivery of healthcare and how ACC, in response, is pivoting to a more streamlined approach to maintain Accreditation requirements.

NCDR Accepting 2022 Research Proposals Through April 8

February 15, 2022

Are you planning to submit an NCDR research proposal this year? Don’t miss the April 8 deadline! The NCDR Research & Publications (R&P) cycle offers one research proposal deadline annually for all NCDR programs except the STS/ACC TVT Registry.

Stereotype Threat: The Unseen Burden

February 15, 2022

Feature Article

Cardiology departments across the country have stated their commitment to improving diversity and inclusion within the field. This is an important mission, as there are many obstacles that need to be addressed to succeed.

A Tale of Two Fellows: Academic Medicine vs. Private Practice

February 15, 2022

Feature Article

The decision between joining an academic setting vs. private practice is often debated among medical trainees across fields, and cardiology is no exception. Fellows who are faced with this decision are often advised to weigh the benefits and challenges before choosing which career path to pursue.

Join us on March 16 from 5 – 8 p.m. ET for the ACC Virtual Career Fair, a free online event connecting cardiology professionals with private practice employers, group practices, hospitals, health systems, and other recruiters around the country.

Webinar: ACC/SCAI Monthly Cath Case Discussion: Management of Calcified Lesions

February 1, 2022

Featured Webinar

The ACC Interventional, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Early Career, and Fellows-in-Training Sections have partnered with SCAI to host a monthly Cath Discussion focusing on hot topics.

Policy Perspective: Allowing Medicare to Negotiate Prescription Drug Prices

January 31, 2022 | Andrew Oseran, MD

Feature Article

There is growing recognition of the important role physicians play as health policy advocates. As trainees, it can be hard to stay informed and educated about the rapidly changing policy questions being debated in government.

A Fellow’s Guide to Getting Involved With ACC

January 27, 2022 | Adnan Kassier, MD, FACC

Feature Article

The ACC is a nonprofit medical association dedicated to enhancing the lives of cardiovascular patients. It utilizes innovation, education and advocacy to optimize cardiovascular care and also provides a centralized home for the global cardiology community.

Call For Submissions: Sports Cardiology Case Reports

January 24, 2022

Call For Applications

JACC: Case Reports will publish a special themed issue on sports cardiology in 2022. Authors are invited to submit manuscripts in the form of clinical cases, clinical case series and clinical vignettes for consideration by March 14.

Incorporating Financial Education Into Cardiology Training

January 18, 2022 | Joshua Saef, MD, FACC

Feature Article

Financial and health systems education has long struggled for adequate representation in medical school and post-graduate curricula. Realizing a gap existed in my own education, I approached William Peck, MD, as a fourth-year medical student hoping to improve my understanding.

In the Fellows’ Office

January 18, 2022 | Christine P. Shen, MD

Poetry

When I'm in the fellows' office, I'm at work and yet I am home away from the clamor of the floors, no attending in sight.

A Case For the 401(k) Retirement Fund

January 18, 2022 | Vybhav Jetty, MD

Feature Article

I've been talking to my co-fellows about retirement plans and 401(k) plans for the past two years. When my co-fellows finally signed up last month, they didn't know what to pay attention to when selecting their funds.

Investing in the Humanities For Cardiology Trainees

January 18, 2022 | Olubadewa A. Fatunde, MD

Feature Article

"Humanities" can feel like an amorphous term for those who have been focused on STEM education since an early age. What are the humanities and why should you heed Sir William Osler's famous exhortation that physicians cultivate a strong humanities background?

December 15, 2021

Applications for the ACC/ABC Bristol Myers Squibb Research Fellowship Awards are due Jan. 7, 2022.

Apply Now For the ACC/ABC Merck Research Fellowship Awards

December 14, 2021

Applications for the ACC/Association of Black Cardiologists Merck Research Fellowship Awards are due Jan. 7, 2022.

Learn the Latest CV Management Strategies at CV Summit

December 13, 2021

Register today for the Cardiovascular Summit, taking place Feb. 17-19, 2022, in Washington, DC, and discover how to align strong leadership with effective business strategies to improve cardiovascular care and patient outcomes.

New JACC Patient Pathways Offer Grand Rounds-Style Immersive Cases

December 10, 2021

JACC and JACC: Case Reports have launched JACC Patient Pathways, a new, interactive case report experience that illustrates the cross-specialty decision-making in an acute care setting.

How FITs Can Advance Health Equity

December 8, 2021 | Janet Ma, MD

Feature Article

The year 2020 brought a heightened sense of urgency to addressing longstanding health disparities, including those pertaining to cardiovascular disease.

How to Incorporate "Just Culture" Into Everyday Acts of Mindfulness

December 8, 2021 | Noopur Goyal, MD

Feature Article

A flash of panic hits me as I look through the medication administrative record and see that a heparin drip had not been ordered for the patient admitted overnight for an un-revascularized ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) awaiting coronary bypass surgery.

Is Emotional Intelligence Missing From CV Training?

December 8, 2021 | Amr Salama, MD

Feature Article

Cardiology is a stressful and demanding field. Due to the frequency at which trainees deal with life and death situations, they are at high risk of developing emotional burnout.

The Difficult Road to Motherhood

December 8, 2021 | Agnes Koczo, MD

Feature Article

Several months ago, I suffered a miscarriage during my first pregnancy. The experience was emotionally taxing; I experienced sadness like never before.

The Road to Technology Development, Interview with the Director of Stanford Biodesign, Dr. Josh Makower

December 8, 2021 | Ahmed M. A. Selim, MD, FACC ; Joshua Makower

Feature Interview

Josh Makower, MD, is a professor of medicine and bioengineering at the Stanford University Schools of Medicine and Engineering.

JACC FIT/Early Career Section: Weaving Antiracism Practice and Equity Into CV Training

December 2, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

In a Fellows in Training and Early Career Section article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Lauren A. Eberly, MD, MPH; Howard Julien, MD, MPH, FACC; and Srinath Adusumalli, MD, MSc, FACC, propose a new training paradigm that integrates antiracism practice throughout the cardiology fellowship training sections, including didactic curriculum, clinical training, research and workshops.

Acing the Transition From Residency to Fellowship

November 16, 2021 | Rohit Vyas, MD

Career Development

It can frequently be difficult to make the transition from internal medicine residency to general cardiology fellowship.

It’s Not Easy Being Green

November 16, 2021 | Shire Beach, MD

Feature Article

Perched over the procedure table, dressed in sterile blues, and battling an internal firestorm of anxiety-fueled GERD, I fumbled my way through double flushing a manifold.

Navigating Motherhood and Cardiology Oceans Apart

November 16, 2021 | Mariam Khandaker, MD, FACC

Feature Article

I wrote this poem during an ICU rotation of my internal medicine residency training.

Supporting Pregnant Trainees

November 16, 2021 | Anne-Sophie Lacharite-Roberge, MD

Feature Article

In 1965, the proportion of medical school graduates who were women was 7%.

Call For Applicants: JACC: Advances Social Media Editor

October 26, 2021

Call For Applications

JACC: Advances is accepting applications for the position of Social Media Editor to join the core responsible for developing the Journal’s social media presence and strategy.

JACC: Case Reports is accepting applicants for a second year of the popular reviewer mentoring program geared toward FIT and early career members interested in becoming reviewers and learning more about peer reviewed publishing.

JACC: Case Reports and JACC: CardioOncology Now on PubMed Central

September 20, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Case Reports and JACC: CardioOncology are now fully indexed on PubMed Central, broadening access to the journals' cardiovascular research and educational content.

Conversations With Cardiologists: G. Hamilton Baker, MD

September 20, 2021 | ; Hamilton Baker, MD

Feature Interview

G. Hamilton Baker, MD, associate professor of pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and co-director of the MUSC Artificial Intelligence Hub, shares his advice with ACC FITs.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC

September 20, 2021 | Zaid Almarzooq, MBBCH, FACC ; Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, MBA, FACC

Feature Interview

Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC, executive director of Interventional Cardiovascular Programs at Brigham and Women's Hospital and professor at Harvard Medical School, shares his advice with ACC Fellows in Training (FITs).

Financial Toxicity in Cardiovascular Care: A Case Study

September 20, 2021 | Hyeon-Ju Ali, MD, FACC

Feature Article

Financial toxicity is a term first coined by the field of oncology to describe the negative consequences of out-of-pocket costs for medical care on quality of life, access to care, and the ability to pay for basic life necessities, such as housing and subsistence.

Not All Asian Americans Are Alike: Seeing the Kaleidoscope in Medicine

September 20, 2021 | Nicholas Tan, MD, FACC

Feature Article

A couple of years ago, my significant other and I decided on a whim to do a language swap; she took evening Mandarin classes at the University of Minnesota, while I attended a Lao language workshop over the span of several weekends.

Submit Your Research Idea For Heart Tank For the CV Investigator: A Focus on Imaging

August 24, 2021

Call For Applications

ACC's Academic Section invites Fellows in Training (FITs) to submit research ideas for consideration for the upcoming webinar, "Heart Tank for the Cardiovascular Investigator: A Focus on Imaging."

JACC: Case Reports Reviewer Mentoring Program; Mentors’ Commitments to Mentees; More

August 24, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent editor's page in JACC: Case Reports, Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, editor-in-chief of JACC: Case Reports, discusses the success of the recent mentoring pilot program on peer review and publishing under JACC: Case Reports.

Webinar: Challenges in Imaging: A Multimodality Approach to Anomalous Coronary Arteries

August 24, 2021

Featured Webinar

Tune in on Thursday, Sept. 23, at noon ET for a live Journal Club presentation and expert case discussion.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Athena Poppas MD, MACC

August 18, 2021 | Vrinda Trivedi, MBBS

Feature Interview

Athena Poppas MD, MACC, is the immediate past president of the ACC. This piece focuses on her path of engagement with the ACC, her recent term as ACC president, and her advice to fellows in training (FITs) interested in participating in ACC initiatives.

Navigating Financial Stressors With Patients: Health Care Reforms and Practical Resources

August 18, 2021 | Hyeon-Ju Ali, MD, FACC

Feature Article

Almost 11 million Americans are unemployed, according to the latest estimates by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The economic turmoil has directly affected many of our patients, who had previously relied on their employer for health insurance coverage.

As doctors, we are constantly learning. Every day we push our understanding of cardiology and the mysteries within the heart.

Embracing New Beginnings: A Toolkit For Change and Transitions

July 21, 2021 | Suvasini Lakshamanan, MD

Feature Article

As I transition to the start of a new academic year as a clinical cardiology fellow at the University of Iowa, I think of all the incoming residents and fellows across the country embarking on their new roles.

JACC: Case Reports Call For Da Vinci Corner Anatomy Cases

July 19, 2021

Call For Applications

JACC: Case Reports is inviting submissions of Da Vinci Anatomy Corner case reports through Aug. 15.

"An important advantage that early career innovators have is the ability to challenge the conventional wisdom held by experienced clinicians and generate disruptive and potentially revolutionary ideas," write Ahmed M.A. Selim, MD, and Chirag R. Barbhaiya, MD, in the latest issue of JACC.

Deadline Extended: Quality Summit Abstracts!

July 7, 2021

Upcoming Event

The deadline for abstracts for ACC Quality Summit, Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, has been extended to 11:59 p.m. on July 8!

Dear Incoming Cardiology Fellows in Training

June 30, 2021 | Anudeep Dodeja, MD, FACC

Letter From the Editor

Welcome! You are about to embark on the journey of a lifetime – training in this great field is exciting, challenging rewarding, and will open your eyes to the incredible breadth of cardiovascular medicine.

Webinar: Geriatric Cardiology Research Spotlight: Aging Research in Interventional Cardiology

June 28, 2021

Featured Webinar

In a new Geriatric Cardiology Research Spotlight webinar, taking place Tuesday, July 13, at 7 p.m. ET, Abdulla Damluji, MBBCh, MPH, PhD, FACC, will explore possible career pathways in aging research within interventional cardiology specifically.

10 Technologies That Will Change the Way You Practice During Your Career: Part 2

June 23, 2021 |

Feature Article

The stethoscope is a medical technology that is revered and still in use, despite being developed in the early 1800s. Since that time, there has been many advancements and iterative improvements with a more rapid expansion in medical technologies over the past century.

Anti-Racism: Best Practices For Systems, Departments and Individuals

June 23, 2021 | Hyeon-Ju Ali, MD, FACC

Feature Article

During ACC.21, Nosheen Reza, MD, FACC, and Toniya Singh, MBBS, FACC, co-hosted a session titled, "Cultivating an Anti-Racist Culture in Cardiovascular Medicine." This session featured fantastic speakers who raised important questions and featured best practices for promoting an anti-racist culture in cardiology.

The Pandemic, Cardiology Training and Data Science

June 23, 2021 | Romit Bhattacharya, MD, FACC

COVID-19 Coverage

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S., cardiology fellows in training (FITs) nationally faced competing pressures to continue their clinical training; "get their numbers" for COCATS certification; use their unique skills in procedural, diagnostic and critical care to help care for COVID-19 patients; and hone their skills as clinician investigators.

Advice For New WIC Mothers: What I Wish I Knew

June 23, 2021 | Sarah Chuzi, MD, FACC

Feature Article

As I’m approaching the end of my general cardiology fellowship, I’m reflecting on all that I have learned: how to cath, how to read an echo, how to manage refractory shock. And in the midst of all of that, I became a new mom, and learned an entirely different skillset: how to swaddle, how to burp, how to soothe.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Sanjay Gandhi, MBBS, MBA, FACC

June 23, 2021 | Tripti Gupta, MD

Feature Interview

Sanjay Gandhi, MBBS, MBA, FACC, is the past president of the ACC Ohio Chapter. This piece focuses on his path of engagement with the ACC, as well as the unique efforts of the Ohio Chapter to benefit FITs.

FIT Perspective On ACC’s CV Overview and Board Prep

June 21, 2021

Featured Meetings and Conferences

Are you preparing for initial board certification and looking for an in-depth review of cardiovascular medicine? Last year, Ryan Mallory, MD, an interventional cardiology fellow at Indiana University Krannert Institute of Cardiology, was in the same position and participated in ACC's Cardiovascular Overview and Board Prep Virtual Experience course.

ACC’s CV Overview and Board Prep Virtual Experience Provides In-Depth Review of CV Medicine

June 8, 2021

Upcoming Event

Are you preparing for initial board certification and looking for an in-depth review of cardiovascular medicine? ACC's Cardiovascular Overview and Board Prep Virtual Experience course, taking place July 6 – Oct. 31, will guide you through the content categories covered in the ABIM Cardiovascular Disease Certification Exams and provide you with a comprehensive overview of cardiology.

JACC FIT/Early Career Section: Global Health Imperative to Prioritizing CV Education

June 1, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

A recent Fellows in Training and Early Career Section article published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology discusses the disproportionate impact of cardiovascular disease and access to high-quality cardiovascular education in low-to-middle-income countries like Haiti.

Journal Club: TAVI Complications and the Role of the Heart Team

June 1, 2021

Upcoming Event

The ACC Imaging Section Leadership Council and JACC: Case Reports editorial board will review cases on TAVI complications during a live presentation and expert case discussion on Wednesday, June 30, at 12 p.m. ET.

One Heartbeat, One Humanity

May 25, 2021

Feature Article

"What a small world!" These words, often spoken, no longer ring true for me. My experience has been that we live in a big, complicated and utterly beautiful world filled with endless landscapes, wild creatures and diverse peoples. It is the experiences we have and the people we meet within the context of this world that can broaden our perspectives and, at times, change the trajectory of our life.

The One Book That Changed How I Think About Money

May 19, 2021 | Vybhav Jetty, MD

Book Review

As a physician, I often feel that talking about money is taboo. Unfortunately, I'm more practical than I am an idealist, and I believe that medicine, like anything else, is a business at the very core. A hospital that cannot fund its costs will not be able to care for patients for long. At some point, vaccines, medicines, imaging and testing need funding.

Keeping a Patient Log: Reflections on Graduate Medical Training in Cardiology

May 19, 2021 | Weijia Wang, MD ; Naomi F. Botkin, MD, FACC

Feature Article

When I was a resident, I approached an attending about participating in a research project. His encrypted Excel spreadsheet, approved by the institutional review board, contained every patient with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy he had met for over twenty years. Inspired by this experience, I created my own spreadsheet at the beginning of the cardiology fellowship.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Lisa Rosenbaum, MD

May 19, 2021 | Amar Parikh, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

'Conversations With Cardiologists' highlights prominent cardiologists throughout the country and shares their invaluable insights on cardiology and sage advice for Fellows in Training (FITs). In this interview, Lisa Rosenbaum, MD, national correspondent for the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) and cardiologist at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, shares her advice with ACC FITs.

My Raft of Women (and Men)

May 19, 2021 | Ersilia M. DeFilippis, MD, FACC

Feature Article

On February 3, 2021, Nasrien Ibrahim, MD, FACC, composed a tweet that echoed around the Twitterverse: "Gentleman, it’s 2021 and there are [so] many women in heart failure for this entire conference to be all men. Do better..." She was referring to the faculty line-up that was released in anticipation of an upcoming heart failure conference; more than 20 faculty members were listed, all male and predominantly of Caucasian ethnicity.

Life Coaching: A Framework to Incorporate Well-Being, Purpose and Fulfillment in Daily Life

May 19, 2021 | Suvasini Lakshamanan, MD

Feature Article

There is increasing recognition of burnout and feeling a lack of well-being, purpose and fulfillment in medicine. Recently, people have started to feel empowered to open a healthy dialogue about these issues on a variety of platforms.

The FIT Jeopardy semifinalists are set! Promising young physicians representing nine states will go head-to-head during ACC.21 on Saturday, May 15, at 10:30 a.m. ET.

One of the year’s most hotly anticipated events starts this week! Join us on Zoom starting on April 5 for the preliminary rounds of ACC’s famous FIT Jeopardy competition.

VHD Guideline CME/MOC Activities Now Available

March 29, 2021

Announcements

In case you missed it, the ACC and the American Heart Association released a new Guideline for the Management of Patients With Valvular Heart Disease (VHD) with concise, evidence-based recommendations to optimize care and management of patients with VHD.

Care of the Athletic Heart Virtual: COVID-19 in Athletes, ECG Interpretation and More

March 23, 2021

Virtual Meeting

There are an estimated 5 million active athletes at the high school, collegiate, professional and master's levels in the U.S. In a recent poll, cardiologists indicated they see an average of five patients who are athletes per week.

Building a Resume in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety During Fellowship

March 17, 2021

Feature Article

Cardiovascular care is rapidly evolving. As Fellows in Training (FIT), we are exposed to cutting-edge technology and advances in care on a daily basis. At the same time, we are also expected to learn the tools to deliver high-quality, safe and cost-effective care. This is where quality improvement (QI) comes into play.

Student Loan Repayment in the Era of COVID-19

March 17, 2021

Feature Article

I’ll go double or nothing on my student loan balance that I wouldn’t be the first person to tell you that COVID has changed our lives. It’s ubiquitous, from our training and trying to organize everyone for didactics, triaging and performing procedures, seeing patients in clinic to dealing with the milestones in our personal lives. One silver lining for many of us, though, is that student loan repayment may be just a bit more manageable.

ACC Imaging Section and JACC: Case Reports to Host Virtual Journal Club on Mitral Valve Prolapse

February 12, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Case Reports and the ACC Imaging Section will host a virtual journal club on the topic of arrhythmogenic mitral valve prolapse: multimodality imaging and genetics.

Take the Next Step in Your Career With ACC’s Virtual Career Fair

February 1, 2021

Career Development

Set yourself up for career success with ACC’s Virtual Career Fair on March 11!

FIT/Early Career Section Page: Primary Palliative Care Education in Advanced HF and Transplantation Cardiology Fellowships

February 1, 2021

Feature Article

The ability to provide patient-centered, supportive care from the diagnosis of heart failure (HF) to the end of life is essential, and the current palliative care training paradigm for advanced HF and transplant cardiology Fellows in Training (FITs) must be enhanced to achieve this goal, according to an FIT and Early Career Page published Jan. 25 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

New JACC: Case Reports Issue Focuses on Procedural Complications, Imaging, EP and More

January 25, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

The newest issue of JACC: Case Reports features the second part in a procedural complications series, as well as four mini-focus issues spotlighting recent hypertrophic cardiomyopathy guideline cases, imaging, electrophysiology and chest wounds.

Where Are They Now: Conversations With the 2020 ACC/Merck Fellowship Awardees

January 25, 2021

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The ACC is honored to celebrate 40 years of providing critical research fellowships to Fellows in Training and Early Career clinicians in partnership with Merck.

Advancing the CV Care of the Oncology Patient

FIT and Early Career Members: Learn More About Your Cardio-Oncology Community

January 19, 2021

Virtual Meeting

Are you attending ACC’s Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient Virtual meeting?

January 12, 2021 | Addison A Taylor, MD

Career Development

A recent blog post from JACC Journals’ publisher, Elsevier, breaks down the tips shared by Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, editor-in-chief of JACC, and Harlan M. Krumholz, MD, SM, FACC, during their popular webinar.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Left-Handed Cardiology Trainees

January 12, 2021

JACC Family of Journals

Minor modifications in workflow may go a long way in keeping young left-handed trainees on course to realize their potential in this procedural specialty, according to a Fellows in Training (FIT) and Early Career Page published Jan. 4 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Life and Disability Insurance: A Fellow's Primer

January 4, 2021

If you are anything like me, the thought of life and disability insurance is many things. Daunting? Yup. Confusing? Yes sir.

Special JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology Focuses on AFib

December 21, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

A special focused issue of JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology offers insights into new clinical research and commentary surrounding atrial fibrillation (AFib).

New Issue of JACC: CardioOncology Features Wide Range of Topics, Podcasts and More

December 21, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The new issue of JACC: CardioOncology, is now available online via open access.

For the FITs: Health Care Disparities Highlighted by COVID-19

December 21, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

As data emerge, we are starting to identify risk factors for developing COVID-19 infection, as well as the populations that appear to be at a higher risk for developing complications.

Foolproof FIT Finance

December 15, 2020

If you are like the average trainee, you have a lot of debt. The latest numbers show that the average medical school debt is $201,490-$232,300 (1,2), and total student loan debt has doubled since around 1999 (3). Most finance books encourage readers to get out of debt as soon as possible; while this is typically good advice, future cardiologists have a unique situation.

Shattering the Glass

December 15, 2020

The earliest mention of the impermeable glass ceiling, or something akin to it, was in 1839. The French feminist George Sand wrote about the "une voûte de cristal impenetrable" or an impenetrable crystal vault. The specific term "glass ceiling" was first used in 1978 to describe patterns of discriminatory promotion.

What Cardiologists Can Bring to Global Health

December 15, 2020

As the global burden of cardiovascular disease continues to increase on the international stage, what role does a cardiologist have in global cardiovascular health?

Apple Watch Series 6 Just Released: What Does That Mean For Medicine?

December 15, 2020

The first smartwatch released by Apple Inc. was back in 2015. Since then, Apple has had multiple iterations on this now iconic piece of technology. The Apple Watch Series 6 is the company’s newest edition in this line of devices, which released on Sept. 18.

Cardio-Oncology Treatment; Conceptual Image

Reflections on Cardio-Oncology

December 15, 2020

When I opened the exam room door, I found Sarah fidgeting nervously, hands clasped together so tightly her knuckles were blanched a ghostly white. Her fear was unmistakable even from behind her surgical mask.

The Other Side of the Stethoscope

December 15, 2020

After spending two weeks as a general cardiology fellow on a busy heart failure rotation, sleeping well was not a priority. Getting to know all my patients, analyzing left-ventricular assist device settings and dosing tacrolimus post-transplantation became my daily routine. I had a sore neck every morning, which I attributed to poor sleeping posture and did not make much of it.

JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology Launches Preprint Server Option For Authors

December 15, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

A newpreprint server platform, First Look, offers JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology authors the opportunity to showcase their accepted research while it undergoes the peer review process.

Interventional, Early Career and FIT Monthly Cath Case Discussions: Bifurcation Techniques

December 15, 2020

Featured Webinar

Join the ACC Interventional, Early Career and Fellows in Training Section Leadership Councils for webinar, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. ET, discussing bifurcation techniques.

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Finding Our Voices: Building an LGBTQIA+ Community Within Cardiology

December 9, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In the July 2020 issue of Cardiology, the topic of LGBTQIA+ health was celebrated and members were excited to see the ACC commit to educating cardiologists on this often-overlooked topic.

Does the Heart Love Space?

December 9, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Is space travel bad for the heart? What happens to hemodynamics in microgravity? Does living in outer space age the heart prematurely? How much time in space is too much time? And how deep in space is too deep?

Get the Latest CV Management and Leadership Strategies at ACC’s CV Summit Virtual

December 9, 2020

Virtual Meeting

Immerse yourself in an educational experience featuring the latest cardiovascular management and leadership strategies at ACC’s Cardiovascular Summit Virtual!

JACC: CardioOncology Call For Papers: Amyloidosis

December 9, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Responding to the need for expanded knowledge on emerging trends, novel treatment approaches and outcomes for patients with AL and ATTR amyloidosis, JACC: CardioOncology will publish a special focus issue on this topic in 2021.

“Tele-Advocacy:” Highlights From the 2020 Virtual ACC Legislative Conference

December 7, 2020

Feature Article

Every Fall, members of the ACC typically gather in Washington, DC, to advocate for patients with cardiovascular disease and meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. With the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s ACC Legislative Conference looked a little different, with "tele-advocacy" taking center stage.

New ACC/AHA Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Guideline Encourages Shared Decision-Making

November 25, 2020

Announcements

The new 2020 AHA/ACC Guideline for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Patients with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, offers recommendations on the evaluation and management of patients with HCM, encourages shared decision-making between the clinician and patient when determining treatment course, and updates recommendations for sudden cardiac death risk assessment and HCM center referrals based on the latest evidence.

JACC Journals Editors to Hold Virtual Discussion on VHD and Structural Interventions

November 23, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Editorial board members from JACC: Case Reports, JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging and JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions will host a join Virtual Journal Club on Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 12 – 1 p.m. ET, discussing research on valvular heart disease and structural interventions.

Just Published: New Bonus Issue of JACC: Cardiology

November 23, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The newest issue of JACC: CardioOncology recently published, which is available entirely online for free via ppen access and features new summary podcasts recorded by Journal associate editors.

Watch Dr. Valentin Fuster and Experts Discuss Top Trials From AHA 2020

November 23, 2020

Feature Video

In the latest installment of the long-standing expert round-table discussion, ACC Cardiology Hour, Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, leads expert panelists in discussion on top late-breaking clinical trials released during the AHA Scientific Sessions 2020.

Receive Unlimited, Complimentary Access to ACCEL as an ACC FIT

November 23, 2020

Career Development

ACCEL audio journal is a comprehensive educational resource that delivers what every cardiovascular professional today needs.

ACC FIT Section Members: Shape Your Future

November 23, 2020

Announcements

ACC’s Campaign for the Future is your chance to shape the future of the cardiology profession, and your support matters now more than ever before.

Interventional and Early Career Cath Webinars: Acute MI-Cardiogenic Shock Management/Invasive Hemodynamics

November 22, 2020

Featured Webinar

ACC’s Interventional, Early Career and Fellows in Training Section Leadership Councils will host a monthly Cath Webinar focusing on CHIP-shock hot topics.

A Road Less Traveled – My Reflections

November 18, 2020

Feature Article

As a Woman in Cardiology (WIC) editorial fellow for the ACC Fellow in Training (FIT) editorial board, I feel a tremendous sense of gratitude and responsibility to be a voice of insight and conviction for the FIT community.

Going Solo: How One Cardiologist Did It All in Patan Hospital, Nepal

November 18, 2020

Feature Article

In April 2018, Noelle Garster, MD, and I went to Nepal for a month-long rotation at Patan Hospital, one of the largest teaching hospitals in the country.

How to Ace Your Next Presentation: Strategies For Effective Public Speaking

November 18, 2020

Feature Article

Cardiologists in all practice environments must be able to communicate clearly, persuasively and memorably to diverse audiences.

Introducing the New JACC.org

October 30, 2020

Announcements

The ACC is excited to introduce the newly redesigned online home for JACC Journals.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Annapoorna S. Kini, MD, FACC

October 27, 2020

Feature Interview

This article was authored by Yuvraj Chowdhury, MD, chief cardiology fellow at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.

The Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator: A Life (Vest) of Controversy

October 22, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Like all therapies, the wearable cardioverter defibrillator is most effective when used as prescribed, but this requires continuous adherence for up to 90 days and constant attention towards the various device alarms that may become activated at any given moment.

How Do Patients Vote?

October 21, 2020

Feature Article

With the election day less than a month away, many American citizens are deciding how, when and where they will vote. Early voting and voting by mail are processes meant to permit more citizens to take part in this important right and privilege.

Our Common Bond

October 21, 2020

Feature Article

"I'm pregnant!" The young patient sitting before me beamed with excitement. It was my first time meeting Anna, and I was rushed when I prepared for her clinic appointment, scrolling through her many notes to learn her story.

Preparing For Cardiology Fellowship

October 21, 2020

Feature Article

Transitioning from residency to fellowship is both an exciting and terrifying time for everyone. In the weeks before moving to a new state and starting my fellowship, I often wondered how I was supposed to prepare for the transition.

Tips and Tricks For Fellowship Interviews

October 21, 2020

Feature Article

The months of September to November evoke a mix of feelings in the minds of internal medicine residents seeking a fellowship position, as well as the program leadership responsible for interviewing candidates.

JACC: Heart Failure Virtual Journal Club to Discuss Research Further Examining VICTORIA Study Findings

October 21, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Join Journal Editor-in-Chief Christopher M. O’Connor, MD, MACC; members of the Journal editorial board; and expert panelists for a Virtual Journal Club on Friday, Oct. 30 from 12 – 12:45 p.m. ET, discussing a recently published manuscript further examining the findings of the VICTORIA Study.

Cardiology Magazine, September 2020; The Power of Community

The Power in Community: Global Crisis Underscores Strength, Resilience and Courage of ACC Family

September 24, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

For cardiovascular professionals, rapid change is nothing new – it's that sort of dynamism that draws aspiring physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and others to the field in the first place! However, no amount of new research, advances in treatment methods or policy changes could have prepared us for 2020.

Coronavirus and Sports Cardiology: Understanding Implications From the Individual Athlete to the Olympic Games

September 24, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

As global health measures designed to control the transmission of COVID-19 have limited public gatherings, the continuum of athletics has been necessarily disrupted.

Now live via online open access, the September issue of JACC: Case Reports is divided into three mini-focus issues highlighting coronary pathology, congenital heart disease (CHD) and electrophysiology clinical cases.

Stock Market Dip? Portfolio Adjustments to Consider

September 9, 2020

Feature Article

Whew! The last few months in the stock market have not been for the faint of heart. The global economy, and by extension the equity markets, have been battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

JACC: Case Reports and ACC Imaging Section Video Recording Now Available

September 9, 2020

Feature Video

Catch up on the recent Virtual Journal Club during which the recent case "Roadmap to the Mechanisms of Aortic Regurgitation on Echocardiography," by Karima Addetia, MD, FACC, and Roberto M. Lang, MD, FACC, was discussed.

Watch Valentin Fuster and Experts Breakdown Top Trials From ESC Congress

September 9, 2020

Feature Video

In the latest installment of the long-standing expert round-table discussion, ACC Cardiology Hour, Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, leads expert panelists in discussion on top trials released during ESC Congress 2020.

Questions to Ask On Your Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Virtual Interview

September 2, 2020

Feature Article

This is the second year that advanced heart failure and transplant fellowships are participating in the match process. While programs are still in a transition phase of adjusting to this application process, there is yet another layer of having to adapt this year to a remote virtual interview format in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Quick Tips: How COVID-19 Has Changed CV Fellowship

August 31, 2020

COVID-19 Coverage

ACC’s COVID-19 Hub is your resource for “Quick Tips” videos that address emerging and persistent issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

JACC Review Provides Update on Contemporary Knowledge of SCAD

August 26, 2020

While increasing recognition of spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) has improved understanding of the disease process and highlighted shortfalls in evidence, prospective and collaborative research across centers and geography are still needed to advance the science, according to a state-of-the-art review published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

New JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology Issue Provides Closer Look at the SAN; Imaging Cases; More

August 26, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The latest issue of JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology, and second under the leadership of new Editor in Chief Kalyanam Shivkumar, MD, PhD, FACC, features a mini focus issue on catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation, informative imaging in electrophysiology cases and a basic and translational science manuscript examining subcellular Ca2+ signals within and among cells comprising the sinoatrial node (SAN) tissue.

COVID-19 Themed Issue of JACC: Case Reports

August 26, 2020

COVID-19 Coverage

Addressing the COVID-19 pandemic requires a coordinated plan that balances quality patient care with the safety of health care workers, all while maintaining consistent access to care for patients with and without COVID-19.

Reserve Your Spot in ACC’s 2020 Virtual Legislative Conference

August 19, 2020

Member Engagement Opportunities at the ACC

Registration is now open for the ACC's 2020 Virtual Legislative Conference from Oct. 4 – 6. This year's conference occurs at an unprecedented time. Over the last several months, COVID-19 has underscored the importance of ACC's advocacy work on behalf of clinicians, patients and the entire medical community, This year's conference will provide the inside scoop on regulatory changes, legislative action and the current state of cardiology.

Quick Tips: Medical Education in South Carolina

August 19, 2020

COVID-19 Hub Video

ACC's COVID-19 Hub is your resource for "Quick Tips" videos that address emerging and persistent issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Effective Project Management of Clinical Trials

August 17, 2020

Feature Article

During medical school or post graduate training, we receive some formal training in designing and running complex programs like research projects or clinical trials.

Incorporating Cardio-Obstetrics Training During Cardiology Fellowship: A Practical Guide

August 17, 2020

Feature Article

The connection between cardiology and obstetrics has never been closer than in the current era.

What I Want My Providers to Know: Perspectives From Adults With Congenital Heart Disease

August 17, 2020

Feature Article

The year of 2020 has provided life-altering events for everyone, and as we start a new year in cardiology fellowship, let's reflect on what motivated us to be here. Why did we want to be cardiologists?

JACC: Case Reports and ACC Imaging Section to Host Virtual Journal Club

August 11, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The ACC Imaging section and JACC: Case Reports will host a Virtual Journal Club on Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 12 – 12:30 p.m. ET. This live, interactive webinar will feature a presentation and discussion on the case, "Roadmap to the Mechanisms of Aortic Regurgitation on Echocardiography," publishing in the Journal's August issue.

Call For Papers: JACC: Case Reports Procedural Complications Issue

August 11, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

JACC: Case Reports will publish a special themed issue on complications this December. Authors are invited to submit cases representing interventional, electrophysiology and transcatheter complications for consideration on or before Monday, Sept. 7.

Interventional Cardiology Board Review

August 11, 2020

ACC Chapters

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the ACC Iowa Chapter and ACC Iowa Fellows in Training (FIT) Council have made continuing fellow education a priority. The general cardiology board-oriented lecture series – first conceived by ACC Iowa Chapter President Mahi L. Ashwath, MD, MBA, FACC, and planned with Shubha Deep Roy, MD, and Nancy Adams – ran every Saturday for 12 weeks, starting May 2nd and ending on July 25th, with 39 talks by 30 speakers across four states.

Cardiology Magazine July 2020 Web Edition

The Stories of ISCHEMIA

August 4, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The results of the ISCHEMIA trial were published on March 30, amidst the coronavirus pandemic. In brief, the study showed no significant difference in death, myocardial infarction, resuscitated cardiac arrest or hospitalization for unstable angina or heart failure during follow-up.

Transforming Care For LGBTQ+ Patients

August 4, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

With roughly 10 million adults in the U.S. identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and more, the LGBTQ+ community is one of the populations arguably among the most underserved when it comes to health care.

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Join the ACC FIT Section for a webinar, July 29 at 7 p.m. ET, on tips for a successful Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship.

Caring For a Non-COVID-19 Patient During the Pandemic

July 14, 2020

Feature Article

JACC Journals Webinar: Must-Know Tips For Publishing

July 10, 2020

Featured Webinar

Learn techniques and strategies for publishing in JACC Journals during a free webinar presented by JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions Editor-in-Chief David J. Moliterno, MD, FACC, on Thursday, July 30 at 9 a.m. ET.

Webinar: Post-Fellowship Transition in the Time of COVID-19

July 10, 2020

Featured Webinar

Join moderators Nosheen Reza, MD, and J.D. Serfas, MD, along with several panelists for a webinar on July 15 at 7 p.m. ET discussing the unique obstacles and opportunities for FITs as they plan to complete training and enter the cardiology workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic.

HRS 2020: My Top Five Takeaways

July 8, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In a recent Cardiology article, Edward Chu, MD, cardiology Fellow in Training at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, discusses his top takeaways from HRS 2020 Science Online, which highlighted the impressive scientific advancements made by the EP community.

The Urgency of Clinician Well-Being During the COVID Pandemic

July 8, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a dramatic source of stress for physicians in the U.S. The pandemic has created an abrupt increase in workload, exposed physicians to personal risk of infection, forced many to practice outside their typical area of expertise, and exposed them to tremendous moral distress and human suffering.

JACC: Case Reports Publishes Three-Part Video Series on Complications Cases

July 8, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Complimenting the theme of the latest JACC: Case Reports issue, Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, FACC, has recorded a series of informative clinical case review videos on cardiovascular complications.

A Personal Experience Overcoming COVID-19: New JACC: CardioOncology Podcast

June 26, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Don't miss the June JACC: CardioOncology Patient Perspective Podcast. Editor-in-Chief Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC, talks with husband and wife physicians, Jagmeet P. Singh, MD, PhD, FACC, and Noopur Raje, MD, about their personal experience with COVID-19.

Webinar: Finding the Pot of Gold – Guide to Successful Cardiac EP Fellowship Application and Match

June 26, 2020

Featured Webinar

Join the ACC Electrophysiology (EP) Section Leadership Council for a webinar, June 29 at 7 p.m. ET, on the nuances of EP fellowship application.

Eight Minutes and 46 Seconds That Should Change the Way You Practice Medicine

June 16, 2020

Feature Article

Watching the final moments of George Floyd's life was bearing witness to a complete disregard for human life. What makes the kind of total disregard for an entire population of human beings in this country possible is the denial of the very notion that Blacks are human at all. Black people have been systematically dehumanized in this country for hundreds of years.

The Mask

June 16, 2020

I awake suddenly to the alarm clock blaring for my attention. With my eyes still shut, I clumsily feel around on my nightstand for my cellphone and the blinding light emanating from it snickers at me that it is 6 a.m. As I work to summon the strength to get out of bed, I procrastinate by scrolling through my social media feed. I impatiently scan through numerous articles chronicling the tumultuous year that 2020 has been, looking for some semblance of good news to start my day. Instead, the picture of a man and the accompanying caption grabs my attention, and I am overtaken by weakness. The headline above his head reads "Unarmed Black Man Dies in Police Custody."

Two Pandemics, One Responsibility: Constructing a Response to COVID-19 and Systemic Racism

June 16, 2020

Feature Article

The year 2020 has felt relentless with two pandemics gripping the U.S. The first, coronavirus disease-2019 (also known as SARs-COV-2), struck as an invisible enemy, responsible for more than 100,000 U.S. deaths and the loss of millions of jobs.

JACC: CardioOncology Virtual Journal Club to Feature Expert Discussion on June Issue Manuscripts

June 12, 2020

Save the Date

Editor-in-Chief Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC, will host the inaugural JACC: CardioOncology Virtual Journal Club on Tuesday, June 30 from 10 – 11 a.m. ET.

Coping With Postponed Procedures: Coronavirus and Your Heart Infographic Now Available

June 12, 2020

Resources From CardioSmart

Many nonurgent tests and procedures have been put on hold because of COVID-19. Potential delays can worry patients living with a heart condition. ACC's CardioSmart team has created a second Coronavirus and Your Heart infographic to help patients cope with postponed procedures.

Share Your Feedback on JACC Journals

June 5, 2020

Announcements

The publications team is conducting reader surveys to gain insights and opinions on two JACC Journals.

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Attention FITs: Register Free For ACC’s Care of the Athletic Heart Virtual Meeting

May 27, 2020

Save the Date

Register today for ACC's Care of the Athletic Heart virtual meeting and experience a combination of live and On Demand sessions.

The True Test of Leadership is How Well You Function in a Crisis: Michigan ACC FIT Council Takes Action in COVID-19 Pandemic

May 19, 2020

Feature Article

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of life around the world and restructured our priorities and focus. In health care, cardiology fellows joined their colleagues on the frontlines of the battle and became part of the heroic coalition fighting the invisible enemy.

Trainees in the Time of COVID-19

May 19, 2020

Feature Article

"What have you been doing with anticoagulation?" My residency WhatsApp group lights up with responses from group members in a matter of minutes with personal experiences, links to case studies and hospital policies from various institutions. Like the rest of the world, they are learning day-by-day how to manage COVID-19 patients.

Virtual Learning in the COVID-19 Era – and Beyond

May 19, 2020

Feature Article

With COVID-19 sweeping the nation and the subsequent need for physical and social distancing, traditional educational efforts based on in-person didactic conferences have been directly impacted.

Working From Home: Turning Challenge Into Opportunity

May 19, 2020

Feature Article

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced an increasing number of physicians to work from home and maintain social distancing. It is anticipated that even when we return to our normal routine, telemedicine will continue to have a major and ever-expanding role. Therefore, we need to adapt to the concept of working from home.

JACC: Case Reports Mini-Focus Issue on Valvular Heart Disease and Structural Interventions Recorded Webinar

May 8, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Watch expert analysis and discussion on the JACC: Case Reports April mini-focus issue on valvular heart disease and structural interventions.

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Explore the Well-Being and Burnout Interest Group

May 8, 2020

Member Engagement Opportunities at the ACC

Careers in cardiology are demanding – and the global pandemic has only highlighted some of the challenges that cardiovascular professionals face.

Dear Incoming FITs

May 8, 2020

Letter From the Editor

Welcome! You are about to embark on the ride of a lifetime – training in this great field is exciting, challenging and rewarding, and will open your eyes to the incredible breadth of cardiovascular medicine. And all along the way, we in the ACC FIT Leadership Council aim to be your go-to source for information and updates on all things relevant to life as a fellow.

Antiplatelet Therapy For High Bleeding Risk Patients Undergoing PCI

May 5, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

DAPT after PCI improves morbidity and mortality by reducing ischemic events but increases bleeding risk, especially for high bleeding risk patients. Nearly one-third of patients treated with PCI are considered to be at high bleeding risk, but these patients are frequently excluded from stent trials.

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ACC.20/WCC Top Interventional Takeaways

May 5, 2020

ACC20WCC

Several important trials were presented during the ACC.20 Together With World Congress of Cardiology virtual experience that may change treatment and guidelines for coronary artery disease management, PAD and coronary artery interventions.

Join a Twitter Chat on JACC COVID-19 Hub Research

May 5, 2020

COVID-19 Coverage

As cardiovascular professionals work on the front lines to treat patients with COVID-19, JACC Journals has been compiling a collection of manuscripts with the goal of providing guidance on the novel coronavirus for clinicians.

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Showcase QI Best Practices at ACC Quality Summit

April 29, 2020

Save the Date

Submit your abstract for ACC Quality Summit, scheduled for Oct. 7 – Oct. 9 in Orlando, FL.

Catch Up On the Latest COVID-19 Manuscripts From JACC Journals

April 21, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

From Caregiver to Patient: My First-Hand Experience Surviving COVID-19

April 14, 2020

Call For COVID-19 Clinical Cases

March 25, 2020

My Fellow Fellows: A Letter on ACC.20/WCC Virtual From J.D. Serfas, MD

March 18, 2020

Letter From the Editor

I know that you are, like me, disappointed that you won't be able to share your science, network and learn in person at ACC.20 Together With World Congress of Cardiology (ACC.20/WCC). However, with the COVID-19 epidemic, there's no doubt that canceling the conference was a difficult but necessary measure to protect the health of our members.

Program Spotlight: Washington University in St. Louis

March 18, 2020

Feature Article

In the first installment of the "Program Spotlight" series, which we highlight programs that have undertaken innovative initiatives in fellow education and training, Prashanth Thakker, MD, chief Fellow in Training (FIT) at Washington University in St. Louis shares the multifaceted approach that the Washington University cardiology FITs have taken to improve fellow wellness.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Training the Next Generation of Cardiometabolic Specialists

March 16, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Early exposure and training in cardiometabolic medicine may help prepare emerging clinicians with the tools and knowledge needed to deliver optimal and unified care to this high-risk cohort, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career Page published March 9 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Emerging Specialties For a New Year

March 16, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

As a new year is well underway, the Fellows in Training (FIT)/Early Career Page, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, will be running a new series featuring work from early career leaders in emerging cardiac subspecialties.

Becoming a Cardiovascular Investigator

March 13, 2020

The young physician on the path to becoming a cardiologist is familiar with how scholarship is interwoven with the discipline. Although the academic productivity of the field is apparent, the path to becoming a cardiovascular investigator might seem elusive.

Cardiology Fellowship in Venezuela: Training in Times of Crisis

March 13, 2020

I knew I wanted to become a cardiologist from a very early age; I was in part influenced by my father who is a cardiologist and my mother who is a nurse. I still remember my first day of cardiology fellowship vividly – feeling fortunate to be able to do fellowship in what was considered the best academic hospital of my home country of Venezuela, the Hospital Universitario de Caracas (HUC).

Lessons Learned: Tips For the Job Search

March 13, 2020

Throughout my entire medical training, I had been fixated on one thing: becoming a noninvasive cardiologist. However, as I started the job search, I had to think for the first time about the nuances of what I want my job to look like and what practice environment would be best for my professional growth. This journey has been challenging, but rewarding and worthy of reflection.

Should Cardiologists Pursue Formal Degree Programs to Advance Their Careers?

March 13, 2020

In modern medicine, we are frequently challenged with situations that we are ill-prepared to handle. This often stems from lack of essential knowledge that is beyond the confines of traditional education received during medical school, residency or fellowship.

The Interventional Cardiology Trail: A Fellow’s Journey

March 13, 2020

Each year, thousands of residents in the U.S. apply to fellowship programs through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), a centralized online application service. Programs then invite selected applicants for interviews.

The Road Less Traveled: Complexities of Advanced Therapies in ACHD

March 13, 2020

With advances in the diagnosis and management of congenital heart disease (CHD), there is an increased prevalence of adults who develop ventricular dysfunction and subsequent advanced heart failure. As cardiology trainees, we will be caring for these adults who are very different compared to patients with other forms of heart failure.

JACC: Case Reports Addresses Social Media; Kardashian Index; More

March 2, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The latest issue of JACC: Case Reports is now available online, featuring a mini focus issue on myocardial and pericardial inflammation, second mini focus issue on electrophysiology, new Technical Corner, and wide variety of clinical cases.

Local Stage, Global Science and Connections: Your Comprehensive Guide to ACC.20/WCC

March 2, 2020

ACC20WCC

ACC's Annual Scientific Session is always evolving to make the most out of new technologies, educational formats, new science and more. No meeting is the same as the one before, and this year is no exception.

2019 JACC Top Picks From Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC

February 26, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

The Importance of Women’s CV Health Programs: Three Physicians Examine Gender Disparity Gaps in Health Care Careers

February 11, 2020

Feature Article

I wanted to explore why women's cardiovascular health programs are important, so I spoke with three physicians that have spent a large part of their careers focusing on women's cardiovascular health: Lori B. Croft, MD, FACC, associate professor of medicine and director of the echocardiography lab at Mount Sinai; Katharine French, MD, FACC, assistant professor of medicine and director of the women's cardiac center at Brown University; and Annabelle S. Volgman, MD, FACC, professor of medicine at Rush University Medical Center and medical director of the Rush Heart Center for Women.

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The Team Approach: Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery as Heart Team

Most Talked About JACC Journals Articles From 2019

January 23, 2020

JACC Family of Journals

Chili Pepper Consumption and Mortality in Italian Adults by Marialaura Bonaccio, PhD, et al. received the most online attention among research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) in 2019.

Webinar: DAPT and Combination Antiplatelet and Anticoagulant Therapy

January 14, 2020

Featured Webinar

Join Glenn N. Levine, MD, FACC, recent chair of the DAPT Guideline Focused Update and chair of the ACC/AHA Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines, for a webinar on Monday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. ET.

Interview With Lucy Roche, MD

January 14, 2020

Feature Interview

In this feature interview, Lucy Roche, MD, adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) fellowship director at the Peter Munk Cardiac Center in Toronto, Canada, and pioneer of the combined ACHD-heart failure (HF) clinic shares her perspectives regarding this subspecialty.

Transitioning From Fellow to Attending: Tips For the Job Hunt

January 14, 2020

Feature Article

As medical trainees, we are all familiar with the match process. It proceeds in a predictable way: talk to mentors, submit your CV, receive interview invitations, attend interviews, rank your choices and cross your fingers. All steps are completed within a pre-specified period of time and with a clearly defined process in place.

FAQs For WIC Fellows Who Are Pregnant or Thinking of Becoming Pregnant

January 14, 2020

Feature Article

Find answers to frequently asked questions posed by Women in Cardiology fellows who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant in this informative feature.

Cardio-Oncology, Amyloidosis and Sarcoidosis Training in Advanced HF Fellowship

January 14, 2020

Feature Article

A new era is upon us in the fields of cardio-oncology, amyloidosis and cardiac sarcoidosis. This is especially true of transthyretin amyloidosis with the recent advancements both in diagnosis and management. From a treatment viewpoint, advent of a new class of drugs – transthyretin stabilizers – has shown significant improvement in outcome measures in this patient cohort.

New Podcasts Address Conflict Management in the Workplace; Medical Professionalism

January 10, 2020

Featured Podcast

Recent episodes of ACC's Practice Made Perfect podcast, covering conflict management in the CV Workplace and medical professionalism, are now available for streaming. Find out how to download, subscribe and listen to this and other ACC podcasts.

Interventional Heart Failure: Insight into an Evolving Training Pathway

January 8, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In a recent Cardiology article, Colin Hirst, MD, discusses how a new, combined training program, interventional heart failure, has emerged – ad hoc – from increasingly complex clinical and procedural needs of the contemporary advanced heart failure patient.

Transcaval Access: You Can Go Femoral, or Femoral!

January 6, 2020

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In a recent Cardiology article, John Lisko, MD, MPH, Fellow in Training at the Emory Structural Heart and Valve Center, discusses how in an effort to improve outcomes in patients without suitable femoral arterial access, alternative access strategies have been developed.

JACC: CardioOncology Editor’s Page: The Impact of Mentorship

December 18, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

In a new Editor's Page published in the JACC: CardioOncology, Editor-in-Chief Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC, discusses the critical importance of building the pipeline of young, motivated investigators and clinicians who want to make a difference. Ky also sat down with Clyde W. Yancy, MD, MACC, recently to discuss the importance of mentorship.

New Practice Made Perfect Podcast Episode Discusses Population Health

December 18, 2019

Featured Podcast

The newest episode of ACC's Practice Made Perfect podcast is now live. Evan D. Ownby, MD, FACC, hosts ACC CEO Tim Attebery, DSc, MBA, and Thomas M. Maddox, MD, MSc, FACC, to discuss population health, the impact on patient care and measurable outcomes. Listen now.

Register For the Career Fair at ACC.20/WCC

December 18, 2019

Save the Date

Connect with institutions and organizations across the U.S. at the Career Fair at ACC.20/WCC!

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Introduction to Cardio-Oncology

December 16, 2019

Feature Article

Cardio-oncology is neither the science nor the practice of treating heart tumors, rather an emerging multidisciplinary field that focuses on the cardiovascular management (prevention, diagnosis and treatment) of patients with cancer. The core objective of the cardio-oncology discipline is to ensure that "the cancer patient of today does not become the heart patient of tomorrow."

Interview With Dee Dee Wang, MD, FACC

December 16, 2019

Feature Interview

Kashif Shaikh, MD, interviews Dee Dee Wang, MD, FACC, covering structural cardiac imaging and other topics of interest.

A First Timer’s Take on the ACC Fellow in Training Advocacy Day

December 16, 2019

Feature Article

As a trainee, I had never considered myself an advocate in any formal capacity. However, I always advocated for my patients when I spoke on their behalf with insurance companies to request authorization for medications that would make a difference in their life. Perhaps for this reason, I did not think twice when offered the chance to travel to DC as part of ACC's 2019 Legislative Conference, and formally advocate for patients and physicians on a broader scale.

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How to Successfully Transition to an Interventional Cardiology Fellowship

December 16, 2019

Feature Article

We all face multiple transition points within our training career. However, the transition from general cardiology to interventional cardiology is quite unique. For the first time, we turn from a clinically-heavy training program to a lab-based, procedural training environment. I have highlighted four steps to best prepare you for the rigors of an interventional cardiology fellowship and beyond.

Advocacy and Mentorship: Tales From the ACC Legislative Conference

December 16, 2019

Feature Article

Every Fall, members of the ACC unite in Washington, DC, to advocate for patients and meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This year's ACC Legislative Conference included a record-breaking 94 cardiology fellows. As a first-year cardiology fellow, this was the first time I immersed myself in the experience. During my college and medical school years, I developed a passion for health policy and bringing about a positive change through advocacy, which made being able to attend the ACC Legislative Conference a particularly special opportunity.

Would You Like to See Your Clinical Case Presented During ACC.20/WCC?

December 13, 2019

Member Engagement Opportunities at the ACC

Submit to JACC: Case Reports by Dec. 31, and your case could be selected for presentation during the Journal's Best of 2019 session at ACC.20 Together With the World Congress of Cardiology. All cases submitted in 2019 will be considered. Learn expert tips and tricks for writing clinical cases in this video with JACC: Case Reports Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, and Associate Editor Mary Norine Walsh, MD, MACC.

A Case For Support for Breastfeeding Cardiology Fellows

December 13, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

"Cardiovascular medicine is among the most gender-imbalanced medical specialties in the United States. Over the last 12 years, the proportion of women in U.S. cardiology fellowship programs has remained stagnant around 20 percent," write Jenna Kay, MD, Nosheen Reza, MD, and Frank E. Silvestry, MD, in a recent "Voices in Cardiology" piece in JACC: Case Reports.

Entering the World of Advocacy as an FIT

November 19, 2019

Feature Article

I never expected to be involved with the ACC beyond using ACCSAP and attending the Annual Scientific Sessions. Little did I know, this was all going to change because of an e-mail. Like many previous and current attendees, I was first introduced to the ACC Legislative Conference through my state chapter. I filled out the application for a travel grant to the conference and wrote an essay on why I was interested. To my great surprise, I was accepted to attend. I was awestruck by the shear breadth of advocacy that the ACC was participating in on behalf of not only our patients but also physicians and ancillary staff.

FIT/Early Career Page: CV Education Science

November 5, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

Engaging in cardiovascular-specific education science may present an opportunity for Fellows in Training (FIT) and early career cardiologists to make novel contributions to a nascent field with potential for collaboration across specialties, according to an FIT/Early Career Page published Oct. 28 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC).

Noted cardiologist and medical educator J. Willis Hurst, MD, once commented that for motivated trainees, achievement might be best supported by open-ended fellowship programs with minimal structure. "But," he lamented, "because we do not live in Camelot, where all is perfect, we must set basic standards."

Last Chance: Attend ACC’s Free Real-World Evidence Course

October 11, 2019

Join the ACC for a complimentary lunch session, Nov. 2 at Heart House in Washington, DC, to enhance your knowledge, competence and skills within the domains of Real World Data use and Real World Evidence application relative to clinical decision-making.

Attend ACC’s CV Summit and Showcase Your QI Best Practices

October 11, 2019

Educational Opportunities

Join your colleagues for ACC's Cardiovascular Summit, taking place Feb. 6 – 8, 2020 in Washington, DC, for an educational experience featuring the latest cardiovascular management and leadership strategies.

FIT Webinar: Novel Careers in Cardiology

October 11, 2019

Featured Webinar

Want to learn about novel career paths in cardiology and the respective training pathways? Join the ACC webinar on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. ET, to hear from two recent graduates about their experiences in training for sports cardiology and adult congenital heart disease interventions.

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Exploring ACC Membership; Building Pipelines; Physician Well-Being; More

October 4, 2019

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In the latest issue of Cardiology, read how the value derived from membership is as varied as the paths of nine different members leading to a career in cardiovascular medicine, and how being a part of the "ACC Family" brings unique opportunities, like it did for Yan Wang, MD, PhD, in China, who is being mentored by ACC Vice President-Elect Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, FACC.

Discover This Year's Scientific Advances at ACC’s New York CV Symposium 2019

October 4, 2019

Upcoming Event

Join world-renowned cardiologist and course director Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, at ACC's New York Cardiovascular Symposium, taking place Dec. 6 – 8.

JACC: CardioOncology Publishes First Issue

October 3, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

The first issue of ACC's newest JACC Journal, JACC: CardioOncology, is now online, providing a comprehensive new resource to better understand and apply evolving research surrounding the cardiovascular health of cancer patients and survivors.

Opportunity to Participate in ACP Care Coordination Workgroup

September 24, 2019

Member Engagement Opportunities at the ACC

The ACC is seeking one to two members to participate in the American College of Physicians Care Coordination Workgroup. The goal of the workgroup is to develop principles for how patient care is shared between primary care and specialty care practices.

We Need You – Become an ACC PACer Today

September 24, 2019

Member Engagement Opportunities at the ACC

Interested in advocacy? The ACC PACers program serves as an opportunity for FIT Section members from the U.S. to engage in ACC's advocacy program and have a voice in shaping health care policies on Capitol Hill.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Enhancing Preventive CV Medicine Training During General Cardiology Fellowship

September 24, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

In order for cardiologists to be well versed in managing complex patient issues related to primary and secondary ASCVD prevention, the current preventive cardiovascular medicine training model for cardiology Fellow in Training (FITs) may need to be enhanced, according to an FIT/Early Career Page published Sept. 16 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

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Behavioral Finance: An Introduction

September 23, 2019

Feature Article

Many articles on personal finance and investing provide valuable insight into the mechanics – what is a mutual fund? Why is diversification important? Why and how to rebalance your portfolio? However, writing about investments today would be incomplete without discussing the most important factor – you, as the investor, and actions you may or may not take that affect the long-term success of your investment strategy.

ACC FIT Member Spotlight: Nosheen Reza, MD

September 17, 2019

Feature Interview

Each month, the ACC On-Call For FITs newsletter highlights the achievements of one Fellow in Training (FIT). The Section would like to recognize Nosheen Reza, MD, adult cardiology FIT at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA.

Best Practices For Providing Telehealth Services

September 17, 2019

Feature Article

Practicing telehealth, in particular synchronous video visits, requires a distinct set of skills. The same etiquette used during in-person visits still applies, but must be augmented to fit the technology and optimized for user experience. For fellows interested in providing telehealth services, below are a few suggestions based on my own experiences and inspired by published guidelines.

Narrowing the Gender Gap Through Mentorship, Part 2: An Interview with Srinath Adusumalli, MD, Msc, FACC

September 17, 2019

Feature Interview

This FIT Mentor Spotlight focuses on Srinath Adusumalli, MD, MSc, FACC, an early career cardiologist at the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to his numerous academic accomplishments, Adusumalli is also a champion for all FITs, including women. Click here for Part 1 of this interview.

Preserving Meaning

September 17, 2019

Feature Article

I expect that the most common reason given on personal statements for pursuing medicine is, "I want to make a difference." Unfortunately, as we progress through months and years of training, the reality of the health care work environment often grinds down this noble ideal. We soon start referring to incoming interns as "not jaded yet."

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: The Pre-Fellowship Hospitalist Year

September 4, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

Taking some time as a hospitalist to develop as a physician and an individual may be rewarding for a future cardiologist, according to a Fellow in Training/Early Career Page published Sept. 2 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Take Part in the ACC California Chapter Tech Symposium

September 4, 2019

Save the Date

The ACC Health Care Innovation Section is partnering with the ACC California Chapter for the Colloquium on Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Innovation and the Future of Cardiology. The symposium takes place on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the UC San Francisco Mission Bay Conference Center in San Francisco, CA, and will include engaging discussions on the future of digital medicine.

JACC: Case Reports Second Issue Now Live

August 29, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

The second issue of JACC: Case Reports is now online. Accompanied by a summary podcast from Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, the issue includes a mini-focus issue on interventional complications and their management, a heart care team/multidisciplinary team live case, clinical vignettes and more.

Pregnancy and Motherhood During Interventional Cardiology Training

August 29, 2019

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In a recent Cardiology article, Khanjan Baxi Shah, MD, MPH, who completed her general and interventional cardiology fellowships at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School this year, provides a first-hand experience of pregnancy and motherhood during her training.

The Importance of Mentorship and Sponsorship: Tips For FITs and Early Career Cardiologists

August 26, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

As one's career progresses, mentoring and sponsoring junior colleagues may become an essential part of this selfless tradition and remain a collective responsibility for all, according to a "Voice of Cardiology" viewpoint published Aug. 21 in JACC: Case Reports.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Integrating Inpatient Electronic Consultations in Cardiology Fellowship

August 26, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

Electronic consultations (e-consults) may be helpful in addressing the increasing need for cardiology consultative care, according to a Fellow in Training (FIT)/Early Career Page published Aug. 19 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Dear Co-FITS: A Letter From New Editor-in-Chief

August 20, 2019

Letter From the Editor

I hope that the start of this new academic year has been good to you all! I want to send a special welcome to new FITs across the globe as they enter the field of cardiology and the ACC, which will be their professional home for the rest of their careers. My name is J.D. Serfas, MD, and I'm honored and excited to serve for the next year as editor-in-chief of the ACC On-Call for FITs newsletter.

Narrowing the Gender Gap Through Mentorship: Interview With Srinath Adusumalli, MD, MSc, FACC

August 20, 2019

Feature Interview

The last two decades have shown considerable progress in reducing gender disparities in medicine. However, the under-representation of women in cardiology continues to persist. Women now make up half of U.S. medical school student body, yet only 20 percent of cardiology fellows and 12 percent of board-certified cardiologists are women.

Review of Societal Meetings: 29th International Symposium on ACHD

August 20, 2019

Feature Article

Health professionals involved in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) care all over the world recently attended the 29th International Symposium on Congenital Heart Disease in the Adult in Stevenson, Washington. This annual symposium is one of the largest gathering of ACHD professionals internationally and is a premier opportunity to learn about the biggest issues and newest advances in ACHD.

Telehealth Primer For Cardiology Fellows

August 20, 2019

Feature Article

This is the first installment of a two-part series about telehealth and addresses fundamentals. Part two will address best practices when providing telehealth services.

Let ACC Help You Prepare For the Boards and Beyond!

August 13, 2019

Educational Opportunities

Register for ACC's Cardiovascular Overview and Board Review Course, Sept. 3 – 7 in Chicago, IL, and refresh your knowledge of the entire field of cardiovascular disease with exam-oriented lectures, case-based reviews, online practice questions, as well as interactive case studies and question challenges.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Surgical Training in an Era of Change and Innovation

August 13, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

In the face of endovascular transformation, trainees may need to learn to interpret and predict changes in the landscape of cardiology and cardiovascular surgery to set the "right" career course, according to an FIT/Early Career Page published Aug. 5 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

JACC: Case Reports Call For Papers: CVD in Women

August 1, 2019

Announcements

Check Out the July Issue of Cardiology; Your Member Magazine

July 23, 2019

July 3, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

Confronting a patient's death by contacting family members may be an important step toward healthy coping and avoiding burnout, according to an FIT/Early Career Page publish July 1 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Submit Your Next Manuscript to JACC: CardioOncology

June 27, 2019

Announcements

For researchers examining the complex and growing field of cardio-oncology, JACC: CardioOncology offers an excellent opportunity to publish in the highly read, highly ranked JACC Journals family.

Perspective: Providers Need to Consider Their Own Mental Health

June 20, 2019

Highlights From JACC

In a "Voice of Cardiology" viewpoint article in the inaugural issue of JACC: Case Reports, Hatem Soliman Aboumarie, MS, writes that over the last several decades as health care has evolved into more of a business model, it still remains that "few other professions bear such responsibility, accountability and daily stresses."

Viewpoint From JACC: Case Reports Editor-in-Chief: My Story, Your Voices

June 20, 2019

Highlights From JACC

In a "Voice of Cardiology" viewpoint article in the inaugural issue of JACC: Case Reports, Editor-in-Chief Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, writes about the importance of this journal as a way to embrace fellows-in-training and early career cardiologists, and to build bridges between junior and senior cardiologists through clinical cases.

JACC: Case Reports First Issue Now Live

June 20, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

The first issue of JACC: Case Reports – the newest JACC Journal – is now live.

Surviving the CICU: Discussion With Andrea Thompson, MD

June 19, 2019

Feature Article

In the medical intensive care literature, there has been significant discussion of post-intensive care syndrome – the physiologic and psychologic sequelae of critical care treatment.

The Importance of Patient Communication

June 19, 2019

Feature Article

While covering the inpatient service a few weekends ago, a nurse called to inform me that a patient's mother wanted to talk before her daughter was discharged. When I asked if there was a specific question or concern, she replied, "Mom doesn't understand what happened in the procedure yesterday and she wants someone to explain it to her."

CVD Prevention: Perspective For FITs

June 19, 2019

Feature Article

The incremental understanding of cardiovascular disease over the past three decades has led to advances in its risk factor modifications and treatment strategies. Therefore, newer guidelines on prevention and treatment measures related to lipids, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, thrombosis and vascular diseases have exponentially increased.

Apply For FIT Travel Award to ACC's 2019 Legislative Conference

June 13, 2019

Announcements

The ACC has made a select number of travel awards available to cover expenses for members to travel to ACC's 2019 Legislative Conference, Nov. 3 – 5, in Washington, DC.

Guide to Health Care Jobs For Residents and Fellows

June 13, 2019

Career Development

You have completed medical school and are almost done with your residency or fellowship. Finding a great physician job is next on your to-do list.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Teaching Tomorrow's Teachers

June 11, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

As a result of ACC's Teaching Tomorrow's Teachers (3T) program, future Fellows in Training (FIT) and early career teachers may be more prepared to approach the future of medical education, according to an FIT/Early Career Page publish June 3 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Interested in presenting your research to leaders in cardiology at the ACC.20/World Congress of Cardiology (WCC) in Chicago?

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A Brief Manual For Female Entrepreneurs

May 14, 2019 | Andriana Nikolova, MD

Feature Article

The exciting part about being medical professionals is the versatility of career paths we have in front of us. Entrepreneurship is an example of one such choice that can be independent with or coexistent with our medical practice.

Education at an Elevation: Our Big Sky Experience

May 14, 2019 | Rimsha Hasan, MBBS, FACC ; Gaurang N. Vaidya, MD, FACC

Feature Article

With the support of the ACC Arkansas Chapter and ACC Kentucky Chapter, we were recently given the privilege to attend the 2019 Big Sky Teaching Tomorrow's Teachers (3T) conference.

HF Fellowship and the Job Search

May 14, 2019 | Kevin Shah, MD, FACC

Feature Article

The process of seeking out your first job after seven years of post-graduate training is not nearly as straightforward as other career decisions up until this point. Unlike matching into training programs, the job search does not seal your fate with a nonnegotiable email directing you where to train. The selection of the best fit job is more about the interview "with yourself" than others. Determining your values and priorities for your first position out of training is the most critical aspect of securing a position that aligns with your early career goals – how to determine these may not be as easy as it seems. Below are five repeated pieces of advice I have learned along the way.

The Path Less Traveled: Industry, Innovation and Everything in Between

May 14, 2019 | Edward Chu

Feature Article

At the age of 21, fresh out of college with a degree in biomedical engineering, I found myself working in the health care industry as a representative of the largest medical device company in the world. Like Jamie Randall from Love & Other Drugs, I was trained to pitch my company's products to electrophysiologists over brief conversations at the scrub sink and during short walks between patient rooms.

Challenge Your Knowledge at ACC's CV Board Course

May 2, 2019

Educational Opportunities

Register for ACC's Cardiovascular Overview and Board Review for Certification and Recertification course, Sept. 3 – 7 in Chicago, IL, and receive a comprehensive review in cardiovascular disease to ensure you're ready for the Cardiovascular Boards.

JACC Leadership Page: Uncovering the Real Power and Value Behind ACC Membership

April 18, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

In a new Leadership Page published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, ACC President Richard J. Kovacs, MD, FACC, discusses the importance of the professional bond that exists among members of the College.

Webinar For FITs: ACC Advocacy and ACCPAC Opportunity

April 18, 2019

Featured Webinar

Join ACCPAC and ACC advocacy leaders for a webinar, April 29 at 8 p.m. ET, to learn about the ACC PACers program.

ACC App Review: CathPCI Bleeding Risk Calculator App

April 16, 2019 | Fabio V. Lima, MD, MPH

Feature Article

The purpose of the ACC CathPCI Bleeding Risk Calculator App is to quickly provide a bleeding risk stratification score for patients undergoing PCI.

Conversations With Cardiologists: John B. Kostis, MD, FACC

April 16, 2019 | ; Mrinali Shetty, MD

Feature Interview

FITs Yuvraj S. Chowdhury, MD, and Mrinali Shetty, MD, interview John B. Kostis, MD, FACC, a cardiologist at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ, where he established the Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) of New Jersey.

HArTs in Cardiology: Hobbies, Art and Talents in Cardiology

April 16, 2019 | Jignesh A Patel, MD

Feature Article

Creativity is essential to human existence. The rigorous process of pursuing an ambitious career through years of medical school, residency and fellowship – only to be followed by responsibilities of patient care – puts our creative soul in shackles.

Interview With Editor-in-Chief of the New JACC: Case Reports

April 16, 2019 | Nosheen Reza, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, is the editor-in-chief of one of the newest JACC journals, JACC: Case Reports.

Get Questions Answered and Find a Mentor in ACC's New Member Hub

April 4, 2019

Announcements

Unlock the power of your ACC network with ACC Member Hub – designed to help you connect, collaborate and create! Get your career questions answered, learn from those who have gone before and connect with those who understand what you are going through now.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page on Cardiac Critical Care: Training Pathways and Transition to Early Career

April 4, 2019

Highlights From JACC

Since cardiac critical care is a specialized clinical practice that is rapidly developing within cardiovascular medicine, early career cardiac intensivists may need evaluate how their career aspirations integrate with the various models for delivery of care, according to a Fellow in Training (FITs)/Early Career Page publish April 1 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Newest JACC Journal Provides Publication Vehicle For Early Career Cardiologists

April 4, 2019

Highlights From JACC

Researchers, early career cardiologists and members of the cardiovascular care team have a new publication vehicle for case reports, imaging vignettes, global health reports and voices in cardiology centered on clinical problem solving.

ACC, ABIM Unveil New Option For Cardiologists to Maintain Board Certification

April 2, 2019

The ACC and the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) have announced a new Collaborative Maintenance Pathway (CMP) option for certified cardiologists who wish to maintain their board certification.

JACC Leadership Page: Celebrating Milestones, Preparing For the Future

April 2, 2019

In a new Leadership Page published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, ACC Past-President C. Michael Valentine, MD, MACC, reflects on his year as president of the College and looks to the future as the ACC nears its 75th anniversary.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: The Increasing Burden of Standardized Testing

April 2, 2019

In the world of medical specialization where prolonged post-graduate education has become the norm, the process of board certification for Fellows in Training (FITs) could be made significantly less onerous with a few changes, according to an FIT/Early Career column published March 18 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Interview With Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC – Part Two

March 26, 2019 | Sravya Chirumamilla, MD, FACC ; Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC

Feature Interview

Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC, is the division chief of cardiology for the UA College of Medicine – Pheonix, and physician executive director for the Banner – University Medicine Heart Institute.

Interview With Nehal N. Mehta, MD, MSCE: From Fellow to Physician-Scientist

March 26, 2019 | Nehal N. Mehta, MD ; Amit Dey, MD

Feature Interview

Nehal N. Mehta, MD, MSCE, FACC, was the first recipient of the Lasker Award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He joined the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to use the NIH Clinical Center and begin a comprehensive cardio metabolic phenotypic program. Mehta also initiated the first large prospective cohort study of psoriasis to better define cardiovascular disease and metabolic pathways modulated in varying states of inflammation that may lead to a better understanding of the development of cardio metabolic diseases. In this feature interview, conducted by Amit Dey, MD, Mehta shares advice on pursuing a research career as a young investigator.

Mentoring Experience For FITs in West Africa-Musings

March 26, 2019 | Ayodipupo Oguntade

Feature Article

Mentoring has been conceptualized as a process in which one person (the mentor) shares their knowledge, skills and experience with another (the mentee) to advance career and life aspirations.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – The Finer Details

March 26, 2019

Feature Article

Here we are, roughly 18 months past October 2017, when your fellow borrowers were first able to apply to have their student loans forgiven through public service loan forgiveness (PSLF).

ACC App Review: CardioSmart Heart Explorer App

March 26, 2019 | Fabio V. Lima, MD, MPH

Feature Article

The purpose of ACC's CardioSmart Heart Explorer App is to bolster the modern physician-patient relationship at the point of care.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Training Cardiology Fellows in Focused Cardiac Ultrasound

March 7, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

As use of focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) becomes an important diagnostic tool in the cardiology inpatient and outpatient settings, it may be imperative that cardiology fellowship programs and key stakeholders enhance training standards and develop a FoCUS curriculum tailored to Fellows in Training (FITs), according to an FIT/Early Career column published March 4 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

JACC: Heart Failure Call For Papers: Heart Failure in the Elderly

March 7, 2019

Announcements

Aiming to grow the body of literature surrounding the important and emerging theme of heart failure in the elderly, JACC: Heart Failure will publish a special issue on the topic this December.

Editors-in-Chief Named For Two New JACC Journals

March 6, 2019

Announcements

Julia Grapsa, MD, PhD, FACC, and Bonnie Ky, MD, FACC, have been named Editors-in-Chief of the two newest JACC Journals – JACC: Case Reports and JACC: CardioOncology – launching in June and September, respectively.

Follow the ACC FIT Tweeters at ACC.19

February 27, 2019

ACC20WCC

Share your #ACC19 experience and engage in continued discussions on social media with your fellow colleagues.

JACC FIT/Early Career Page: Rethinking the Modern Cardiology Morbidity and Mortality Conference

February 21, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

Since the medical decisions of Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career cardiologists have important, often acute ramifications – which directly impact patient safety, morbidity and mortality – cardiology-specific morbidity and mortality (M&M) conferences may be of critical importance, according to an FIT/Early Career column published Feb. 18 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Don’t Miss World-Renowned Thought Leaders at ACC.19

February 20, 2019

ACC20WCC

ACC.19 is more than a meeting, it's an experience you won't want to miss! Immediately following the highly-anticipated Apple Heart Study, the first Late-Breaking Clinical Trial, don't miss an all new session – Digital Disruption at our Doorstep – Implications for Clinicians and Patients – focused on disruptive innovation in health care, its intersection with daily practice, and implications for patients.

Interview With Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC

February 19, 2019 | Sravya Chirumamilla, MD, FACC ; Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC

Feature Interview

Martha Gulati, MD, MS, FACC, is the division chief of cardiology for the UA College of Medicine – Pheonix, and physician executive director for the Banner – University Medicine Heart Institute.

Not-to-Miss FIT Events at ACC.19

February 19, 2019 | Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

ACC20WCC

With ACC.19 quickly approaching, I wanted to give you all a snapshot of the sessions that might appeal to FITs.

Patient Support Outside the Clinic

February 19, 2019 | Jill M Steiner, MD, MS, FACC

Feature Article

One of the most difficult tasks facing medical providers is estimating prognosis. Decades of research and innovation guide projections for some disciplines.

Training in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

February 19, 2019 | Makoto Mori, MD

Feature Article

Electronic health records (EHR), along with the rapid refinement of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms, are increasingly challenging society to redefine the role of physicians.

Divorce Among Physicians and Medical Trainees

January 31, 2019

JACC Family of Journals

While quality of marriage has been found to correlate with physician wellbeing at all stages of career, peer-reviewed medical literature may lack guidance for coping when marriage ends, according to an FIT/Early Career column publish Jan. 28 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Network With Colleagues at the ACC.19 All-Section Reception

January 24, 2019

ACC20WCC

Join us at the ACC.19 All-Section Reception, March 17, from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Grand Ballroom A.

Advocacy | A Tale of Two Fellows

January 24, 2019 | Sarina Sachdev, MD, FACC ; Sravya Chirumamilla, MD, FACC

Advocacy at the ACC

Sarina Sachdev, MD, and Sravya Chirumamilla, MD, report on their unique experiences at ACC's 2018 Legislative Conference.

Advocacy | First-timer FIT Experience at ACC's 2018 Legislative Conference

January 24, 2019 | Kathir Balakumaran, MD ;

Advocacy at the ACC

Getting Involved With the ACC as an FIT: Why and How?

January 10, 2019

Announcements

Looking for a way to connect with leaders in cardiovascular medicine and build leadership experience of your own? Getting involved in the ACC is the fastest way to jump-start your career, make connections and gain a wide variety of skills you can use as you grow as a cardiovascular professional.

New AUC: Multimodality Imaging in Assessing Cardiac Structure and Function in Structural Heart Disease

January 9, 2019

Announcements

New appropriate use criteria (AUC) released Jan. 7 by the ACC and several other partnering societies focus on the use of multimodality imaging in the diagnosis and management of cardiac structure and function in nonvalvular, or structural, heart disease.

Insights From Scientific Annual Meetings

December 18, 2018

Feature Article

For many years, scientific annual meetings have provided attendees with the opportunity to experience first-hand the hottest late-breaking science, focused research presentations and educational programming, as well as the ability to network with colleagues from around the world.

Interview With Rahul Bhardwaj, MD

December 18, 2018

Feature Interview

This month's ACC On-Call For FITs Newsletter features an interview with Rahul Bhardwaj, MD, who served as chief fellow during his general cardiology fellowship at UC-Irvine and electrophysiology (EP) fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital.

Recap of ACC's How to Become a Cardiovascular Investigator

December 18, 2018

Feature Article

ACC's How to Become a Cardiovascular Investigator course convened at Heart House from Nov. 2 – 3 in Washington, DC.

December 17, 2018

Featured Webinar

The ACC Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Section and Cardiac Rehabilitation Work Group created a series of free webinars aimed at optimizing care for cardiac rehab patients.

Test-Your-Knowledge-With-Patient-Case-Quizzes-on-Diabetes-and-CV-Risk

December 7, 2018

The fifth in a series of patient case quizzes, The Very High Risk Patient With Diabetes, tests your knowledge of cardiovascular risk and diabetes.

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Gestational Disorders as an Emerging Risk Factor For CVD

December 4, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

In the latest issues of Cardiology, deep-dive into the emerging risk factors of gestational hypertension and preeclampsia.

Time to Get Going on Involving FITs in Clinical Trials

November 27, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

Engaging more Fellows in Training (FITs) in clinical trials may allow them to acquire new technical skills related to running a clinical trial, as well as increased access to mentorship and networking opportunities beyond their respective institutions, according to an FIT/Early Career column published Nov. 26 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

"What Do You Want Your Life to Look Like 10 Years From Now?"

November 27, 2018

It all started when my mentor and I met at the beginning of my second year of cardiology fellowship – right after I emerged from the haze of my first-year call schedule – and asked, “What do you want your life to look like 10 years from now? Think about it, talk it over with your husband and let’s figure out how I can help you get there.”

How Do I Get The Skills? Competency-Based Training in Critical Care Cardiology

November 27, 2018

In recent years, discussion regarding the need for training in cardiac critical care has advanced significantly. There are multiple training programs developing tracks in critical care, often involving a dedicated critical care training year in the medical critical care department, which culminates in critical care board eligibility.

The Quadruple Aim: From Understanding to Action

November 20, 2018

Feature Article

Nearly 450 ACC members joined together on Capitol Hill from Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 to advocate for patients at ACC's 2018 Legislative Conference.

Building Bridges in Cardiology and Radiology

November 19, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

As health care moves away from volume-based imaging to integration and value-based imaging, a collaborative approach unbound by subspecialization from the Fellows in Training (FIT) and early career level may be transformative for the medical field, according to an FIT/Early Career column published November 12 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Interventions Now Live

November 16, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Don't miss FIT perspectives on the top takeaways from TCT 2018 and a closer look at the future of diagnosing ischemic heart disease with CCTA in the latest issue of Cardiology: Interventions.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Showcase Your QI Best Practices at ACC's Cardiovascular Summit

November 16, 2018

Upcoming Event

The deadline to submit abstracts for ACC's Cardiovascular Summit has been extended to Monday, Nov. 26.

Valentin Fuster and Expert Panelists Break Down the Hottest Trials From AHA 2018

November 16, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

In this deep-dive video discussion, Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC; Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC; Anne B. Curtis, MD, FACC; Peter Libby, MD, FACC; and Marc Ruel, MD, MPH, share their perspectives on the most significant science released during AHA.18.

FIT Perspective: Top 10 Key Questions Addressed at Care of the Athletic Heart 2018

November 9, 2018

Quick Reads and Recommendations

The ACC held its annual sports cardiology conference, "Care of the Athletic Heart: Contemporary Concepts, Cases and Controversies," in June 2018 with more than 150 sports cardiology and sports medicine practitioners in attendance.

Showcase Your QI Results at ACC's CV Summit

November 1, 2018

Upcoming Event

The deadline to submit abstracts for ACC's Cardiovascular Summit, taking place Feb. 14 - 16 in Orlando, FL, is Monday, Nov. 12. Don't miss the opportunity to showcase how your hospital or practice has found ways to advance care delivery, reduce costs, improve patient outcomes, implement science at the bedside, and thrive in the new value-based care environment. Abstracts from across the clinical care team are welcome.

Peripheral Vascular Diseases

November 1, 2018 | Mahmoud Abdelghany, MD, FACC

Member Profile

The Essential Role of Leadership Development

October 23, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

In order to deliver high-quality care at the patient level, it may be essential for cardiovascular professionals to have the requisite tools and experiences to lead at a team- or systems-based level, according to a Fellows in Training (FITs)/Early Career column published Oct. 22 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Groundbreaking JACC Series Examines Top Eight CV Risk Factors and How to Prevent Them

October 19, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

An innovative eight-part Cardiovascular Health Promotion Series published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) provides health care professionals with an in-depth examination of the eight risk factors and behaviors that contribute most to cardiovascular disease development.

Webinar | Expert Tips For Publishing in JACC Journals and Cardiovascular Health Promotion

October 19, 2018

Featured Webinar

Join Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, editor-in-chief of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), Nov. 29 at 9:30 a.m. ET, to learn techniques and strategies for publishing in high-impact journals.

Archived Webinar: Get Expert Advice on Publishing in JACC Journals From Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC

October 15, 2018

Featured Webinar

Learn techniques and strategies for publishing in high-impact journals directly from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) Editor-in-Chief Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC.

FIT Member Spotlight | Gurukripa N. Kowlgi, MBBS

October 12, 2018 | Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

Feature Interview

Each month, the ACC On-Call For FITs Newsletter highlights the achievements of one FIT. The Section would like to recognize Gurukripa N. Kowlgi, MBBS, cardiology FIT at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA. In this interview, conducted by Sena Kilic, MD, editor-in-chief of the ACC On-Call For FITs Newsletter, Kowlgi describes his involvement with the ACC, plans after fellowship, interests outside of cardiology and advice for other FITs.

The September 2018 issue of Cardiology, YOUR member magazine, is now live! Cardiology provides cardiovascular professionals with comprehensive clinical, professional and health policy news; feature-length articles on the top trends and innovations in cardiovascular medicine; expert commentary from leaders in the cardiovascular field; quick-read summaries of the latest research from the JACC Journals and other major cardiovascular journals; profiles of ACC members, like you; and so much more!

New Academic Year, New Goals

September 19, 2018 | Karim Al-Azizi, MD, FACC

The first of July is an important date every year as Fellows in Training (FITs) at different levels of training are starting the year with new goals.

Review: ACC's ManageAnticoag App

September 19, 2018 | Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

App Review

Purpose: The purpose of ACC's ManageAnticoag App is to assist the provider in planning periprocedural anticoagulation, manage an acute bleed and develop a restart approach for patients in whom anticoagulation has been or is planning to be interrupted in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.

FIT September Spotlight: Heval Mohamed Kelli, MD

September 19, 2018 | Heval Mohamed Kelli, MD ; Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

Career Development

Each month, the ACC On-Call For FITs Newsletter highlights the achievements of one FIT. The Section would like to recognize Heval Mohamed Kelli, MD, an FIT at Emory University in Atlanta.

ABIM/ACC Competency-Based Education Pilot in Internal Medicine-Cardiology

September 17, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

The American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIMs) competency-based pilot in internal-medicine cardiology may offer an opportunity for a paradigm shift in graduate medical education training of future cardiovascular specialists, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published Sept. 10 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

ACC Members, ACC.19 Registration is Now Open!

September 12, 2018

ACC20WCC

ACC.19 registration is NOW OPEN exclusively for ACC members. Nonmember registration will open Wednesday, Sept. 26. Register early for the lowest rates and best selection of hotel rooms!

JACC CV Health Promotion Series Address Top 8 Risk Factors

September 7, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

A series of eight state-of-the-art reviews is now publishing in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). One review is publishing each week, examining the top risk factors affecting the cardiovascular health of patients: diet, tobacco, lipid control/cholesterol, blood pressure, psychological health, weight, physical activity and blood sugar.

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Dog Days of August; Impact of AFib; Diabetes and CVD; More

August 27, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

Learn more about articles from the August issue of Cardiology magazine, YOUR member magazine! View the “Dog Days of August” photo gallery featuring cardiovascular professionals and their dogs from around the world.

Feature | Why I Chose Preventive Cardiology

August 23, 2018

Feature Article

On Valentine’s Day 1994, I was 5 years old and carefully crafting a card for my grandparents in art class. I remember gluing a white lace heart onto a red sheet of construction paper, excited to share my masterpiece. My grandfather picked me up from the bus stop that afternoon. Once home, he held his chest and reported pain. He tragically died in route to the hospital from a massive myocardial infarction at the age of 61. While I cannot recall if my grandfather’s early death was the impetus for my longstanding aspiration to become a cardiologist, it undoubtedly influenced my interest in preventive cardiology.

Save the Date: Join ACC’s Next Twitter Journal Club

August 18, 2018

Save the Date

Save the date for the next ACC Twitter Journal Club on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 3 - 4 p.m. ET! ACC Journal Club faculty members Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, FACC, and John Ryan, MD, FACC. Itchhaporia AND Ryan will be joined by Annabelle Volgman, MD, FACC, ACC Cardiovascular Disease in Women committee member; Andrew Freeman, MD, FACC, ACC Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Section council member; and Dave Dixon, PharmD, FACC, ACC Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Disorder sub-section member, to discuss some of the hottest topics from ESC Congress 2018 in Munich.

Fellows in Training Section | The August Issue of Cardiology, YOUR Member Magazine, is Live! Read it All Online!

August 16, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The August 2018 issue of Cardiology, YOUR member magazine, is now live! Cardiology provides cardiovascular professionals with comprehensive clinical, professional and health policy news; feature-length articles on the top trends and innovations in cardiovascular medicine; expert commentary from leaders in the cardiovascular field; quick-read summaries of the latest research from the JACC Journals and other major cardiovascular journals; profiles of ACC members, like you; and so much more!

HFrF: Heart Fellow With Reduced Function

August 15, 2018 | Taimur Safder, MD

Career Development

In these first few weeks as a new cardiology fellow, it feels like I have seen as many low ejection fraction left ventricles as I did in my entire residency.

Exploring the Physician Scientist Portal in U.S. Academic Institutions

August 15, 2018 | Olivia Hung, MD, PhD, FACC ; Anita Saraf, MD, PhD

Education

As medical practice becomes more complex and biomedical research evolves as an amalgam of multiple disciplines, the path for those attempting to bridge medicine and research becomes more circuitous and difficult to navigate.

What FITs Must Know About ACC's APM Framework

August 15, 2018 | Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

Advocacy at the ACC

The practice of medicine is shifting toward value-based care, making it crucial that physicians play an active role in developing and participating in payments models that are flexible, innovative and outcome-focused.

Electrophysiology Without Borders

August 7, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

Although complications can occur, Fellows in Training (FITs) and Early Career cardiologists may benefit from involving themselves in the subfield of “humanitarian electrophysiology” at home and abroad, according to an FIT/Early Career column published July 30 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Geoffrey Rubin, MD, describes his experiences training abroad and notes that it is eye-opening to leave the comfort zone and daily routines of a resource-laden U.S. medical center, especially for training physicians. MORE...

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Obesity and CVD; Diversity and Inclusion in Medicine; More

July 30, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The latest issue of Cardiology looks at the impact of obesity on cardiovascular disease and tips on how to talk with patients.

JACC Now Offers European CME Credit

July 23, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

Clinicians can now earn European Continuing Medical Education (ECME) credits by completing online activities for select Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) articles. The Journal is offering two ECME credits per month upon successful completion of related self-assessment questions for each article.

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Practice Made Perfect Podcast: Transforming Care in a Value Environment

July 23, 2018

Featured Podcast

In the latest Practice Made Perfect podcast episode, Cathleen Biga, MSN, RN, provides an overview of the current value environment of patient care and how to transition from fee-for-service to an alternative payment model, with a focus on quality payment programs.

Critical Care Cardiology: A Conversation With Mourad Senussi, MD

July 18, 2018 | Ahmad Masri, MD, FACC ; Mourad H Senussi, MD

Feature Interview

July 18, 2018 | Ahmad Masri, MD & Mourad Senussi, MD
Education

The first coronary care unit was established in the 1960s in an attempt to provide more intensive care and close monitoring to patients with acute myocardial infarction. The surprising part is that it took decades for the discipline of critical care cardiology to emerge.

Training in ACHD: An Interview With Thomas M. Bashore, MD, FACC

July 18, 2018 | Jordan Awerbach, MD, FACC ; Thomas M. Bashore, MD, FACC

Jordan D. Awerbach, MD, MPH interviews Thomas M. Bashore, MD, FACC, who is a professor of medicine and senior vice chief of the Division of Cardiology at Duke University Medical Center. Bashore developed the Valvular Heart Disease and Adult Congenital Heart Disease programs at Duke while also showing an unparalleled commitment to teaching and mentoring Fellows in Training (FITs). Bashore previously served as the cardiology fellowship program director for 12 years and won the annual cardiology fellow teaching award so many times that it was eventually renamed the Thomas M. Bashore Annual Cardiology Fellow Award For Faculty Teaching in his honor.

Future of Quantitative Echocardiography For Trainees

July 17, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

By embracing change and evolution in design, echocardiography could lead diagnostic imaging and drive innovation, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published July 16 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Attending ESC Congress? Meet With the JACC Journals Editors-in-Chief

July 13, 2018

Save the Date

The JACC Journals editorial board is hosting their annual open board meeting and reception during ESC Congress to meet and engage with aspiring and established researchers and JACC Journals reviewers. All individuals interested in learning more about the JACC family of journals are invited to attend.

Opioid Epidemic and Heart Transplantation: A Trainee's View

July 9, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

All health care professionals — regardless of specialty or degree — may need to more actively acknowledge the growing opioid epidemic and its impact on organ donation, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published July 2 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Latest Issue of Cardiology: Interventions Now Live

June 28, 2018

Cardiology Magazine Highlights

The latest issue of Cardiology: Interventions highlights key trials and takeaways from SCAI, HRS and EuroPCR.

Message From Sena Kilic, MD

June 20, 2018 | Sena Kilic, MD, FACC

Announcements

I am excited to serve as the new editor-in-chief for the ACC On-Call For FITs monthly newsletter. By way of introduction, I am currently chief cardiology fellow at Brown University in Providence, RI. I joined the ACC in 2014 as a medical resident and have been an active member ever since, beginning at my state chapter and expanding my engagement to the national level with a seat at the ACC FIT Section Leadership Council.

Cardio-Oncology For GenNext: A Missing Piece of the Training Puzzle

June 18, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

Providing the next generation of Fellows in Training (FITs) with knowledge and training in cardio-oncology may be necessary to address challenges in improving the quality of life and care of cancer patients, according to an FIT/Early Career column published June 18 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

The Heart Team: A Powerful Paradigm For Future Training of CV Surgeons

June 15, 2018

JACC Family of Journals

A paradigm shift in cardiothoracic surgery training known as the "heart team" may have created an integrated educational approach between heart surgery and cardiology, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published June 4 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Apply For the 2019 Research and Career Development Awards

June 14, 2018

Educational Opportunities

The ACC is proud to support the next generation of cardiovascular research legends. Submissions are now being accepted for the 2019 Research & Career Development Awards, which help to fund six FIT and Early Career researchers with $70k in funding to pursue a year of research.

Tell Your Library You Are Looking For Cardiology Answers

June 11, 2018

Through an institutional-level JACC Journals subscription, your entire organization can access the latest clinical findings, practice-changing science, visual abstracts and expert commentary uniquely provided by the family of JACC Journals.

Upcoming Webinar: Get Expert Advice on Publishing in JACC Journals With Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC

May 29, 2018

Save the Date

Join Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, editor-in-chief of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), June 13 at 9 a.m. ET, for a webinar on techniques and strategies for publishing in high-impact journals. Fuster will share his expertise in working with researchers and authors throughout the research publishing cycle, how to develop papers for premium publications and how publishing in JACC provides the opportunity to broadly disseminate findings.

New Podcast Series Highlights Career and Leadership Development

May 17, 2018

Featured Podcast

The second episode in a new podcast series developed by ACC President C. Michael Valentine, MD, FACC, Practice Made Perfect, is now live. In this episode, Valentine and Pamela S. Douglas, MD, MACC, discuss finding a job after fellowship.

Secondary use of shared data may be an important adjunctive resource for Fellow in Training and Early Career investigators to complement primary data generation, as they are believed to be at the forefront of shared data consumption, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published April 30 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Looking Through the Global STEMI Prism

April 18, 2018

April 18, 2018 | Paul W. Armstrong, MD, FACC; Juan Simon Rico-Mesa, MD; Jianqiang Li, MD; Konstantinos Stathogiannis, MD, PhD
International

The challenges in delivering high quality ST-elevation myocardial infarction care is universal, and the following article provides stories from three individuals who have experienced STEMI in various parts of the world.

Debunking the “Hidden Curriculum”

April 18, 2018 | Katharine Clapham, MD

Career Development

As a second-year medical student, I sat in a crowded auditorium for a lecture on how to successfully manage the upcoming clinical rotations.

Reflections From an International CMR Meeting

April 18, 2018 | Gaurav Gulsin, MB ChB

ACC Chapters

In February 2018, the international cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) community converged in Barcelona for CMR 2018, a joint EuroCMR/Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR) meeting organized by the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging.

The Current State of ACHD Care and Training

April 13, 2018

April 13, 2018 | Jordan Awerbach, MD
Education

Most children born with congenital heart disease (CHD) in the U.S. today are expected to survive into adulthood. As patient outcomes became more successful over time, the demographics shifted such that adults with CHD began to outnumber pediatric patients.

Interventional Structural Heart Disease Training – The Passion, Challenges and Hope

April 13, 2018

April 13, 2018 | Avnish Tripathi MD, PhD, MPH & Harleen Chahil, MD
Education

The success of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the fast-paced innovation in percutaneous mitral valve repair have heightened interest in structural interventional cardiology.

Women and Peripheral Arterial Disease

April 13, 2018

April 13, 2018 | Erica Flores, MD
Education

The ACC, along with the rest of the nation, recently recognized women’s heart disease throughout the entire month February. Therefore, it is appropriate to focus on where we are today with women and peripheral arterial disease (PAD).

Two Newest JACC Journals Now on PubMed, PubMed Central

April 13, 2018

JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology has been accepted for full indexing in PubMed, a free, online archive powered by the National Institutes of Health's National Library of Medicine (NIH/NLM). The database comprises more than 28 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science journals and online books.

Addressing Psychological Comorbidities in Cardiology Training

April 5, 2018

Incorporating a psychosocial perspective into cardiology practice may be necessary for physicians to recognize and understand mental health effects of illness in patients, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published April 2 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

JACC Journals Call For Papers From FIT/Early Career Community

April 2, 2018

The JACC Journals’ editors are seeking submissions for their Fellows in Training/Early Career Column for publication.

Message From Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD MSc

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018 | Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD MSc

Happy Spring! We hope you had the chance to attend some of the FIT sessions at ACC.18 earlier this month, or read about them on Twitter and Facebook.

Balancing Success and Well-Being: A Role For Professional Coaching

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018 | Akl C. Fahed, MD, MPH
Career Development

Shortly after matching in cardiology, FITs feel pressed to make several career choices. From subspecialty decision to practice type, there is a struggle to find a research or clinical niche. In medical school and residency, we followed defined patterns of success.

FIT Boot Camp in Mexico City

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018 | Antonio Jordan-Rios, MD
International

Earlier this month, the Cardiovascular Fellows Boot Camp took place in Mexico City, becoming the very first of its kind in Mexico.

Artificial Intelligence For FITs

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018 | Ahmad Masri, MD
Education

The introduction of electronic medical record systems and digital archiving of medical images has revolutionized health care delivery and led to the daily accumulation of terabytes of data.

Food For Thought: Our Role in Promoting Evidence-Based Balanced Nutrition Counselling

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2018 | Christine Pacheco, MD
Education

My brother, an engineer, recently asked me what my thoughts were on several types of diets, including the ketogenic diet.

The Perfect ECMO Candidate

March 19, 2018

Although trainees become technically proficient at initiating extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and grow accustomed to the pressure of cannulating patients in unstable scenarios, there is still much to learn when it comes to the decision-making progress, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published March 5 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Palliative Care Education in Cardiology

March 19, 2018

Despite cardiologists’ widespread interest in developing palliative care skills, additional training may be needed to develop expertise in this arena, according to a Fellows in Training/Early Career column published March 19 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

PCSK9 Competitive Grant Program

February 26, 2018 | Bethany Doran, MD
Education

The medical industry is at a crossroads. A recent New York Times article highlighting emerging partnerships between hospitals, such as the Cleveland Clinic with Oscar Health and Aetna with CVS, signals a period of increased corporate collaboration. In addition, partnerships between the medical field and technology giants such as Amazon, Google’s Verily Health and IBM Watson suggest new potential for technologic innovation and acceleration of data driven research.

JACC Journals to Host Website User Feedback Session During ACC.18

March 5, 2018

Are you a regular user of the JACC Journals website? The JACC Customer Advisory Forum for Product Excellence (CAFÉ ) team is looking for feedback from JACC.org users who have ideas for future improvements and enhancements.

2018 Careers in Heart Failure & Transplant Symposium

February 28, 2018

Please join us for this year's Careers in Heart Failure & Transplant Symposium during ACC.18. The event will take place on Saturday, March 10th, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, Regency Ballroom Q at 4:30pm-6:00pm.

Pediatric Cardiology Fellow

January 17, 2017
Education

A Sneak Peek at ACC.18 Offerings For FITs

Fellowship Training During Natural Disasters: My Experience in Puerto Rico

January 17, 2018

January 17, 2017 | Carla P. Rodriguez, MD
International

As fellows, we are told that we will face many challenges, from long hours to the emotionally draining work, some of which might cause us doubt ourselves and the purpose of our effort.

Interview With Holger Thiele, MD

December 13, 2017

December 13, 2017 | Holger Thiele, MD
Education

Holger Thiele, MD, director of cardiology at Leipzig University Hospital in Leipzig, Germany, is the primary investigator for the both the IABP SHOCK II and CULPRIT-SHOCK trials.

Interview With Thomas M. Munger, MD, FACC

December 13, 2017

December 13, 2017 | Thomas M. Munger, MD, FACC
Education

In an interview conducted by Vaibhav R. Vaidya, MBBS, Fellow in Training (FIT) at Mayo Clinic, Thomas M. Munger, MD, FACC, chair of Heart Rhythm Division of Cardiovascular Diseases at Mayo Clinic, discusses the challenges and joys of administration, and gives advice to budding cardiac electrophysiologists.

Academic Cardiology in the UK

December 13, 2017

December 13, 2017 | Gaurav S. Gulsin, BSc, MBChB, MRCP
International

An abundance of research opportunities are available to cardiology FITs seeking to engage in postgraduate research in the U.K. Once enrolled into a cardiology specialty training program, FITs in the U.K. are expected to gain a postgraduate research-based PhD or MD prior to completion of residency.

Procedural Boot Camps For Cardiology FITs: Time to Innovate

December 13, 2017

December 13, 2017 | Ahmad Masri, MD
Career Development

Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship is the largest ACGME-accredited fellowship participating in the National Residency Matching Program, with 866 FIT positions offered in 2017.

Mohammad-Ali Jazayeri, MD and Hussein Abu Daya, MD, FIT

ACC Legislative Conference 2017 – A Tour de Force in Advocacy Education for Fellows in Training!

December 1, 2017

December 1, 2017 | Mohammad-Ali Jazayeri, MD and Hussein Abu Daya, MD
Advocacy

The 2017 ACC Legislative Conference featured an excellent inaugural pre-conference program for FITs and Early Career members on Sept. 10 at the Fairmont Hotel, a stone’s throw from the ACC Heart House in Washington, DC. The following is a rundown of the major highlights from the FIT and Early Career pre-conference session.

ACC Legislative Conference 2017 – A Message to the Fellow in Training Grassroots

December 1, 2017

December 1, 2017 | Mohammad-Ali Jazayeri, MD
Chapter Engagement

The recent ACC Legislative Conference took place September 10 – 12 at the Fairmont Hotel in Washington, DC and on Capitol Hill. Among the conference highlights for FITs and Early Career Section members was the inaugural pre-conference held on Sept. 10.

Digital Innovation at the ACC

November 27, 2017

November 22, 2017 | Arash Harzand, MD
Career Development

Below is a conversation with ACC Chief Innovation Officer John Rumsfeld, MD, PhD, FACC, and FIT Salim Hayek, MD, about the recently announced Innovation Member Section.

October 26, 2017

Profile of Arnav Kumar, MD MSCR, a first year cardiology fellow in the Academic Clinical Investigator Pathway at Emory University, who plans to build a career in academic cardiovascular medicine with a focus on interventional cardiology, clinical investigation and education.

Early-Career Academic Cardiology: The Challenges Continue

October 25, 2017

The global status of early-career academic cardiology remains uncertain. This is among the conclusions of the Early Career Section Academic Working Group of the ACC, in a report of their study assessing the current status and challenges for this group, published Oct. 23 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Are You a Good Leader?

October 18, 2017

October 18, 2017 | Sawan Jalnapurkar, MD
Career Development

From leading bedside rounds to representing the medical community in Congress, from medical school to being a practicing physician, we wear the dual hat of a leader and a physician. Paradoxically, leadership training has not been part of most official fellowship curricula.

Conversations with Cardiologists: Dr. Joseph Rogers – Part 1

October 18, 2017

October 18, 2017 | Bethany Doran, MD
Career Development

I. Preface - Joseph Rogers, MD, FACC, currently the interim chair of medicine at Duke University Hospital, came to Duke University in 2004 from Washington University in St. Louis, where he had built the cardiac transplant and mechanical circulatory support program.

Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program: Present Challenges and Future Refinements

October 18, 2017

October 18, 2017 | Moustafa Elsheshtawy, MD
Education

The morbidity, mortality and cost associated with hospital readmissions, especially in the Medicare population, is a growing concern. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented many initiatives to reduce hospital readmission rates, including the Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP).

Navigating a Career in Cardiac Imaging: A FIT Perspective

October 2, 2017

September 29, 2017 | Ahmad Masri, MD
Education

Imaging has become an integral part of cardiology. Although often times not thought of as an imaging modality, the first true form of cardiac imaging was selective coronary angiography (Mason Sones, 1958) that revolutionized our specialty. Decades later, non-invasive means of imaging the heart have surfaced, such as echocardiography, nuclear imaging, computed tomography and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging.

MACRA - A Brief Review

September 29, 2017

September 29, 2017 | Charles Beale, MD
Education

Another calendar year has passed, and so has this year’s ACC Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. The ACC has continued to promote advocacy for our patients and our members. They have been instrumental in preparation for us to remain legislatively responsible and educated with regards to the implementation of Medicare Access and Chip Reauthorization Act (MACRA).

Transitioning Care of the Adult Patient with Congenital Heart Disease

September 29, 2017

September 20, 2017

September 20, 2017 | Russell C. Raphaely, MD
Career Development

Russell C. Raphaely, MD, is one of the founding fathers of pediatric cardiac critical care. Raphaely graduated from New York Medical College in 1964.

Efficient Debt Management and Physician Mortgages

September 20, 2017

September 20, 2017 | Marshall Weintraub, CFP® and Michael Merrill, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®
Career Development

Debt. Most physicians become familiar with it in one way or another throughout their careers; whether it takes the shape of student loans, credit card balances or a mortgage.

Career Development: Three Keys to Life-long Learning

September 20, 2017

September 20, 2017 | Edinrin Obasare, MD
Career Development

"Go where the learning is!" This quote was declared by professor Everard Barton, MBBS, chairman of internal medicine at my medical school alma mater.

Apply for ACC’s Membership Committee by Sept. 22

September 13, 2017

In conjunction with the ACC Committee Nominations cycle, the College’s Membership Committee is now accepting applications through Sept. 22. The Membership Committee was established as part of the 2015 College’s governance transformation and serves as standing committee of the College, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees.

Father’s Day: Raising a Family in the Profession of Medicine

September 7, 2017

In a recent issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Michael A. Lee, MD, and his son, Michael Lee, Jr., MD, JD, share heart-felt stories about their experiences growing up in the difficult, yet rewarding profession of medicine. They discuss the sacrifices that come with being a doctor, but also the importance of remaining devoted to both patients and family.

Get Involved at ACC Legislative Conference 2017

August 16, 2017

August 16, 2017 | Hena Patel, MD
Advocacy

Every day, cardiologists confront challenges to providing the best possible care for patients, including the threat of liability lawsuits, mandates for electronic medical records, and scope of practice expansions, just to name a few.

Chapter Engagement – FIT Forums and Transition to Practice

August 16, 2017

August 16, 2017 | Edinrin Obasare, MD
Chapter Engagement

As summer comes to its final month we reflect on the changes that propel us to the next season of our lives. This is an exciting and busy time for everyone. It also presents the opportunity to take part in activities our ACC state chapters offer.

FIT August Spotlight: Aaron Kithcart, MD, PhD

August 16, 2017

August 16, 2017 | Aaron Kithcart, MD, PhD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, highlights the achievements of one FIT. The Section would like to recognize Aaron Kithcart, MD, PhD, an FIT at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA.

Call For Applications: Annual Scientific Session Vice Chair

July 20, 2017

The ACC is seeking qualified candidates to serve as vice chair of the Annual Scientific Session for a two-year term of office for ACC.19 and ACC.20, moving on to assume another two-year term as chair of ACC.21 and ACC.22.

FIT July Spotlight: Georges Ephrem, MD, MSc

July 19, 2017

July 19, 2017 | Georges Ephrem, MD, MSc
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, highlights the achievements of one FIT. The Section would like to recognize Georges Ephrem, MD, MSc, an adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) FIT at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA.

Investment Risks – Short-Term vs. Long-Term

July 19, 2017

July 19, 2017 | Marshall Weintraub, CFP, and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

Misaligning your investment allocation with your time horizon is a common mistake if you are not familiar with different types of risk. What do we mean by this?

Welcome Letter From the FIT Section Chair Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS

July 19, 2017

July 19, 2017 | Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS
Career Development

Dear Colleagues: Welcome to the start of the 2017 – 2018 academic year and a special welcome to our incoming Fellows in Training (FITs) from around the world!

Mentoring Women: What Men and Women Should Know

June 23, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Jenine John, MD
Career Development

You may have some concerns about whether you can mentor women well. Rest assured that the process is not much different from mentoring men, and it is generally more productive to focus on the similarities between the genders. By keeping a few things in mind, though, you can maximize the effectiveness of the mentoring relationship.

Mentoring: Are You Doing It Right?

June 23, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Jenine John, MD
Career Development

Each of us in cardiology, wherever we are in our career, is in a position to be a mentor. Think about who you are mentoring. Are they aware that you are their mentor? Do you know how their career is progressing and what their current struggles are? Are your mentees a good mix of men and women, and is there a good racial mix?

QI and Health Care Transformation: An Interview With William Borden, MD, FACC

June 22, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Ben Kenigsberg, MD
Advocacy

William Borden, MD, FACC, is an associate professor of medicine and health policy, and the director of health care delivery transformation at the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates in Washington, D.C. His clinical focus is in preventive cardiology, and he works both in policy and operationally on delivering high-value care.

Creating the ACHD FIT Work Group

June 22, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Georges Ephrem, MD
Education

Mark Victor Hansen once said, “You control your future, your destiny. What you think about comes about. By recording your dreams and goals on paper, you set in motion the process of becoming the person you most want to be.” Nowhere is this more relevant than in medical education.

Cardiology Training ‘Across the Pond’

June 22, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Amardeep Dastidar, MBBS
International

Cardiology is one of the most popular specialties in medicine. Entry to the training program remains highly competitive and potential FITs often go the 'extra mile' to keep up with the competition. Entry to cardiology training in the U.K. is possible following successful completion of the foundation program training (two years) followed by core training program (two years). The latter has two possible routes leading to entry into cardiology training: Core Medical Training (CMT); or Acute Care Common Stem - Acute Medicine.

Top 5 Things I Wish I Had Known: Transitioning from FIT to Early Career and Beyond

June 22, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Daniel Addison, MD, and Nishant R. Shah, MD, MPH, MSc
Career Development

Many of the decisions we make as fellows-in-training (FITs) or as Early Career physicians can have long-lasting impact on our careers, and yet we often make these decisions with limited insight or guidance.

Med-Peds Impact on Adult Congenital Heart Disease

June 22, 2017

June 22, 2017 | Jennifer Gerardin, MD
Education

This year the combined specialty of internal medicine – pediatrics (Med-Peds) turns 50 years old. Med-Peds physicians have made an impact on primary care and hospital medicine but a quarter of all graduates pursue subspecialty training in pediatrics, internal medicine or a combined fellowship. Many enter subspecialty care with a plan of finding a way to continue to combine these fields and navigating both systems. Within cardiology, adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) has been that field. In the U.S., Med-Peds physicians have been there since the beginning caring for ACHD patients and shaping the field.

FIT June Spotlight: Chad J. Zack, MD

June 21, 2017

June 21, 2017 | Chad J. Zack, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, highlights the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Chad J. Zack, MD, an FIT at Mayo Clinic, as the 'star FIT' for the month of June. Zack describes his research interests, hobbies, career goals and involvement with the ACC in a short interview below.

Saving For a Child's College

June 21, 2017

June 21, 2017 | Marshall Weintraub, CFP, and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

Saving for a child's higher education often gets put on hold as physicians and their families go through their final years of training. Paying off credit cards, replenishing emergency reserves, and home purchases are common priorities shortly after household incomes increase. Once the dust has settled, one of the next questions parents reflect on becomes, "how do we plan for our children's education?" This article will review educational cost and inflation trends before turning to 529 plans.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Akshay Khandelwal, MD, FACC

April 27, 2017 | Prasad Gunesakaran, MD
Advocacy

The Physician Payments Sunshine Act, also referred to as the Open Payments Program, aims to enhance transparency of financial interactions between the pharmaceutical/device manufacturing industry and physicians. It requires public release of all financial transactions between covered recipients and manufacturers and those between covered recipients and group purchasing organizations (GPO).

Searching the Patent Literature – A Valuable Skill For Cardiology Fellows, Even if You Never File One!

April 27, 2017

April 27, 2017 | Junaid Zaman, MD
Education

As a FIT, we have to search the medical literature and keep abreast of the latest clinical practice guidelines. However, filing a provisional patent after the Stanford Biodesign Innovation Course provided first-hand experience in an equally fascinating source of knowledge and ideas: the patent literature. Whether you’re filing a patent or just browsing technologies that may shape the future, knowing how to rapidly screen large volumes of intellectual property filings is a skill that can yield insight into technology transfers and afford opportunities in medtech.

H.R. 1155: A Win For Team-Based Care

April 27, 2017

April 27, 2017 | Sandeep Krishnan, MD
Advocacy

The importance of a team approach has long been supported and advocated by the ACC, AHA, and ESC guideline writing groups. However, the adoption of a true heart team inclusive of all providers including advanced practice providers (APPs), has eluded many practices and institutions until recently as it is a fairly new concept in cardiology. One thing that I appreciate about the ACC is its longstanding emphasis on advocating for physicians, patients, and for all cardiovascular team members including nurses, APPs, and cardiovascular technologists.

Women’s Cardiovascular Health: Furthering the Cause as an FIT

April 27, 2017

April 27, 2017 | Sanah Christopher, MD
Career Development

It is a well known fact that the diagnosis of coronary artery disease is often delayed in women. Furthermore, heart disease is noted to be the leading cause of death in older women and the third most common cause of death in women globally. Fortunately, initiatives to improve the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease in women are bringing increased awareness to the cause.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Thad Waites, MD, FACC

April 19, 2017

April 19, 2017 | Thad Waites, MD, FACC
Education

Aaron Kithcart, MD, PhD, and Sandeep Krishnan, MD, recently sat down with Thad Waites, MD, FACC, chair of ACC's Health Affairs Committee (HAC) and a leading voice in the ACC, to get his thoughts on advocacy and learn about his journey to becoming an advocate for the ACC.

FIT Recap of ACC.17

April 19, 2017

April 19, 2017 | Akhil Narang, MD
Education

ACC.17 is officially in the books! ACC's 66th Annual Scientific Session was a resounding success with nearly 20,000 cardiovascular professionals gathering in our nation's capital.

FIT April Spotlight: Srinath Adusumalli, MD

April 19, 2017

April 19, 2017 | Srinath Adusumalli, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Srinath (Sri) Adusumalli, MD, chief fellow at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, as the 'star FIT' for the month of April.

Responding to FIT Needs: Developing ACC’s SHD Fellowship Program Database

April 19, 2017

April 19, 2017 | Bharath Rajagopalan, MD
Career Development

The field of structural heart disease (SHD) interventions has grown significantly over the last decade. With the recent advances in the field of adult and pediatric SHD, there has been an increase in demand for cardiologists who are trained and proficient in performing these procedures.

Nutrition and Prevention of CVD: An Interview With Gary Fraser, MBChB, FACC

March 30, 2017

March 30, 2017 | Tushar Tuliani, MD
Education

In an interview with Tushar Tuliani, MD, a Fellow in Training (FIT) at the Loma Linda University, California, Gary Fraser, MBChB, FACC, professor of preventive medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and cardiologist at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Veterans Affairs Loma Linda Healthcare System, discusses the importance of lifestyle modification in the prevention of heart disease and the challenges faced by researchers in nutrition health.

Vascular Medicine: It’s Time to Change the Way We Educate Young Medical Professionals

March 30, 2017

March 30, 2017 | Andrew Prouse, MD
Education

A particularly concerning issue as a professional training in cardiovascular disease is the common response by medical housestaff when presented with peripheral vascular disease or the “cold leg” in the middle of the night, which is to refer to consult services other than cardiovascular medicine.

The First Step to Modernize Cardiology’s Attitude Toward Women: Train Your Brain

March 30, 2017

March 30, 2017 | Jenine John, MD
Career Development

Female cardiologists may not face as many challenges in the workplace as in the past, but progress is stagnating, and we still have a ways to go. As FITs, both male and female, we are the future of cardiology.

Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowships: Finding, Applying, and Points to Consider

March 30, 2017

March 30, 2017 | Peter Flueckiger, MD
Education

Advanced cardiovascular imaging fellowships are a relatively recent development in cardiovascular medicine training. The need for imaging training programs has arisen due to advances in multiple cardiovascular imaging modalities, specifically computed tomography (CT), cardiac MR (CMR), echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology.

Balancing ACHD and Other Cardiology Specialties – Part 3: The Future of ACHD

March 30, 2017

March 30, 2017 | Jennifer Gerardin, MD
Education

This is the final segment of a three-part interview with five adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) physicians at Emory University and Texas Children’s Hospital. The first article focused on why these ACHD physicians pursued this career pathway and who influenced their decision. The second part focused on how they balanced ACHD, adult or pediatric cardiology and additional sub-specialty training. This final part is their advice to trainees and their opinion on the future of the field.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Andrew Kates, MD, FACC

March 15, 2017

February 23, 2017

The path that has led me to pursue an academic career in cardiovascular medicine has been a series of decision-making processes guided by hard work, careful introspection and generous mentorship.

Subspecialty Fellowship: Vascular Medicine

February 23, 2017

When I initially started my cardiovascular disease fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, I didn’t pay much attention the latter half of "cardiovascular". Sure, we all go into cardiology knowing the heart is the center of our specialty, but I think you’ll agree that vascular disease also plays a significant role.

Subspecialty Fellowship: Interventional Cardiology

February 23, 2017

Interventional cardiology fellowship is an ACGME accredited one-year sub-specialty training in percutaneous coronary interventions after completion of three years of general cardiology fellowship. A few programs offer an additional non-ACGME accredited year of training in structural heart disease or peripheral interventions.

Subspecialty Fellowship: Imaging

February 23, 2017

I'm often met with bewilderment when I tell a non-cardiologist I'm pursuing a career in Advanced Cardiac Imaging. And to be fair, I knew little of what Cardiac Imaging consisted of until I started my residency at the University of Chicago, which boasts a renowned Cardiac Imaging group. Now that I'm in my final year of general Cardiology fellowship (which is also the first of two years of an Advanced Cardiac Imaging fellowship), I hope to share my experience with those considering a career in Cardiology and Cardiac Imaging.

An FIT Guide to ACC.17

February 15, 2017

February 15, 2017 | Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS and
Akhil Narang, MD
Education

Greetings! We hope you are as excited as we are for ACC's Annual Scientific Session (ACC.17), March 17 – 19 in Washington, DC!

Conversations With Cardiologists: Kevin R. Campbell, MD, FACC

February 15, 2017

February 15, 2017 | Kevin R. Campbell, MD, FACC
Education

'Conversations With Cardiologists' highlights prominent cardiologists throughout the country and shares their invaluable insight on cardiology and sage advice for Fellows in Training (FITs). In an interview with Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS, chair-elect of the FIT Section Leadership Council and an FIT at Brown University, Kevin R. Campbell, MD, FACC, discusses social media use in health care and how he got involved in the digital sphere.

Outcomes Research: What It Is, What It's Not, and Why It's Important For FITs

February 15, 2017

February 15, 2017 | Dhaval Kolte, MD, PhD
Education

The term "outcomes research" was first introduced in 1998 by Clancy and Eisenberg in their article in Science, which stated that "outcomes research – the study of the end results of health services that takes patients' experiences, preferences, and values into account – is intended to provide scientific evidence relating to decisions made by all who participate in health care."

FIT February Spotlight: Hassan Mir, MD

February 15, 2017

February 15, 2017 | Hassan Mir, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Hassan Mir, MD, an FIT at McMaster University, as the 'star FIT' for the month of February.

ACC Members and Staff Support National Wear Red Day

February 15, 2017

February 15, 2017 | Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS
Section Update

National Wear Red Day is observed on the first Friday of February every year to bring to attention the fact that heart disease is the most common cause of death among women and to raise awareness about women's heart health.

Cardiology Subspecialties: Perspectives to Explore For Female FITs

January 26, 2017

January 26, 2017 | Sanah Christopher, MD
Career Development

Committing to sub-specialty training after cardiology fellowship can be one of the most challenging decisions faced by FITs. Current estimates for female FITs in cardiology training programs are at 15 – 18 percent, however, the percentage of female FITs in sub-specialty training tends to be much lower.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Luigi Di Biase, MD, FACC

January 26, 2017

January 26, 2017 | Krishna Pothineni, MD
Education

Krishna Pothineni, MD, recently sat down with Di Biase to learn more about his career journey in electrophysiology, and his words of advice for prospective and current electrophysiology (EP) FITs. Luigi Di Biase, MD, FACC, is the section head of electrophysiology at Montefiore/Albert Einstein Medical Center in New York.

Conversation With Cardiologists: Mark Drazner, MD, FACC

January 25, 2017

January 25, 2017 | Purav Mody, MD
Education

Mark Drazner, MD, FACC, is the clinical chief of cardiology, medical director of the Heart Failure, LVAD and Heart Transplantation Program and a professor of medicine at UT Southwestern Texas.

Importance of Connecting With Leaders at ACC’s Regional Meetings

January 25, 2017

January, 25 | Prasad Gunasekaran, MD
Chapter Engagement

FITs in Kansas have had the distinct honor of hosting three successive presidents of the ACC, Patrick T. O’Gara, MD , MACC; Kim A. Williams Sr., MD, MACC; and Richard A. Chazal, MD, FACC, to preside over the chapter’s annual cardiovascular symposium. The welcome dinner served as the perfect platform for FITs to interact in an informal manner with ACC leadership on pertinent topics.

Transoceanic Fellows in Training Jeopardy

January 25, 2017

January 25, 2017 | Monica Verdoia, MD
International

Investing in the next generation of cardiologists has been the goal of cardiovascular medical societies, both in the United States and Italy, over the last few years. FITs appreciate opportunities and new initiatives to promote learning and networking.

FIT January Spotlight: Bharath Rajagopalan, MD

January 18, 2017

January 18, 2017 | Bharath Rajagopalan, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT.

The Quest For a Fellowship in Structural Heart Disease

January 18, 2017

January 18, 2017 | Andrew M. Goldsweig, MD, FACC, RPVI
Career Development

As an internal medicine resident, I stood in the back corner of the cardiac catheterization laboratory, behind thirty cardiologists, witnessing our hospital's first transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).

A Sneak Peek of ACC.17 Offerings For FITs

January 18, 2017

January 18, 2017
Education

Fellows in Training (FITs) will begin their cardiology careers in a changing, more complex health care scenario that includes multiple specialty choices, different reimbursement and team management approaches, and intriguing new treatment options.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Rick A. Nishimura, MD, MACC

January 18, 2017

January 18, 2017 | Rick A. Nishimura, MD, MACC
Education

In an interview with Sherry-Ann Brown, MD, PhD, and Megha Prasad, MD, Fellows in Training (FITs) at Mayo Clinic, Rick A. Nishimura, MD, MACC, Judd and Mary Morris Leighton Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, discusses his achievements, mentorship, the future of cardiology and physician burnout.

Advice For Young Cardiologists in Pursuit of Excellence

December 20, 2016

December 20, 2016 | Carlos Barrero, MD, FACC
International

Thoughts from Carlos Barrero, MD, FACC, immediate past governor of ACC’s Argentina Chapter, regarding a recently published article by Ignacio M. Seropian, MD.

Doing Research as a FIT in Argentina: ‘Mission Impossible’?

December 19, 2016

December 19, 2016 | Ignacio M. Seropian, MD
International

Argentina has a long tradition in cardiology. Rene Favoloro, MD, is considered by Argentineans as the pioneer of coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Julio Palmaz, MD, invented the Palmaz coronary stent and Juan Parodi, MD, performed the first endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Although most of these were performed abroad, Argentineans are aware of the importance of research to the field of cardiovascular medicine.

What Graduating Fellows Need to Know About Physician Burnout and EHRs in 2016 – Part I

December 19, 2016

December 19, 2016 | Sumit Som, MBBS
Career Development

This will be a two-part interview series with Dr. Timmapuri. Part I will focus on physician burnout in general and the Part II will specifically focus on the effect of EHRs on physician burnout.

Developing a Career in CMR: An Interview With W. Gregory Hundley, MD, FACC

December 19, 2016

December 19, 2016 | Peter M. Flueckiger, MD
Education

In an interview with W. Gregory Hundley, MD, professor of cardiology and radiology at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Balancing ACHD and Other Cardiology Specialties – Part 2: The Balancing Act

December 19, 2016

December 19, 2016 | Jennifer Gerardin, MD, FAAP
Education

This is the second of a three-part interview with five adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) physicians at Emory University and Texas Children’s Hospital. The first article focused on why these ACHD physicians pursued this career pathway and who influenced their decision. The second part focuses on how they balance these sub-specialties.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Richard A. Chazal, MD, FACC

December 14, 2016

December 14, 2016 | Richard A. Chazal, MD, FACC
Education

In an interview with Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS, an interventional cardiology fellow in training (FIT) at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the FIT Section Leadership Council, ACC President Richard A. Chazal, MD, FACC, discusses his presidency, hot advocacy topics and more.

Celebrating the Holidays in House

December 14, 2016

December 14, 2016 | Michael P. Gannon, MD
Career Development

The winter months are marked with numerous holidays of varying religions, cultures and ethnicities. They are a time for celebration and joy with family and friends. FITs are no exception to this. However, a field of 24-hour care, 365 days a year can pose a hurdle.

FIT December Spotlight: Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD

December 14, 2016

December 14, 2016 | Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Ada C. Stefanescu Schmidt, MD, a cardiology fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, an FIT member of the Surgeons' Section Leadership Council, and a member of ACC’s Leadership Academy, as the 'star FIT' for the month of December. She describes her research interests, hobbies, career goals and involvement with the ACC in a short interview below.

Rising Interest Rates – Why the Fuss?

December 14, 2016

December 14, 2016 | Marshall Weintraub, CFP, and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

If you have tuned into the financial news recently, you may have heard about the Federal Reserve possibly raising interest rates in the near future. The Federal Reserve is the U.S.' central bank and is mandated with using monetary policy to control price stability (inflation) and achieve full employment (which does not mean unemployment is 0 percent), two measures of a healthy, stable economy.

Focus on ACC’s TN Chapter: Interview With Julie B. Damp, MD, FACC, and Robert N. Piana, MD, FACC

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Benjamin Holmes, MD
Chapter Engagement

Hoping to gain some insight into opportunities for involvement and leadership at the national level, I sat down with two members of ACC’s Tennessee Chapter who have served as chairs on national committees within the College. Julie Damp, MD, FACC, is a non-invasive cardiologist in Nashville, Tennessee, where she is the associate program director of the Vanderbilt Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship Program. She currently serves as chair of the ACC Cardiovascular Training Section. Robert N. Piana, MD, FACC, is an interventional cardiologist and director of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease Intervention Program, and is the immediate past chair of the ACC Coding Task Force, serving ex-officio as the College’s CPT Code Advisor.

Giving Thanks, While Preparing for the Next Season

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Daniel Addison, MD
Career Development

As we head into the holiday season with thanks-giving for the completion the start of another academic year, we recognize our achievements as we cast an eye on the next horizon. Many of us are faced with important decisions over this holiday season. These decisions range from how to prepare for a successful finish to the first year of cardiology fellowship, to the decision on jobs for the upcoming year. In this article I will focus on the decision to pursue additional sub-specialty training and a potential framework to aide in making a good transition.

Interview With Quebec-ACC Governor, Dr. Lawrence Rudski

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Michael Goldfarb, MD
International

Lawrence Rudski, MD, FACC, FASE, is the Quebec-ACC governor and president of the Canadian Society of Echocardiography. He is a professor of medicine at McGill University, Montreal Quebec; Director, Division of Cardiology and Director, Integrated Cardiovascular Center, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal Quebec Canada.

What is a Great Fellowship?

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Fernanda Erthal, MD
International

Recently, I was watching the Olympics games - yes, I am from Brazil and have to admit that even abroad I could not take my eyes from it – and was fascinated with the athletes. Watching the games, we get the false impression that the difference between a gold medal and no medal is a millisecond, one point, one detail. But if we take some time to look deeper, we realize that the real difference is the effort, dedication and passion of each athlete.

The Power of the People

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Sandeep Krishnan, MD
Advocacy

State legislatures are some of the most important institutions in our government today. As Congress remains gridlocked to degrees of the highest level, we are at a crossroads for how to move forward with the question of governance.

Current Training in Critical Care Cardiology

November 30, 2016

November 30, 2016 | Bram Geller, MD
Education

Critical care cardiology is a developing and evolving subspecialty within cardiology. The coronary care unit has evolved from a place where patients with an acute myocardial infarction could complete their infarct under medical supervision, to a complex intensive care unit supporting patients with mixed shock, respiratory failure and dependence on mechanical circulatory support devices.

The Importance of Engaging With Local ACC Chapters: An Interview With Vincent Figueredo, MD, FACC

November 17, 2016

November 17, 2016 | Edinrin Rae Obasare, MD
Chapter Engagement

Engaging in the ACC through your state chapter is exciting, rewarding, challenging, growth enhancing, and important in generating young leaders focused on eradicating cardiovascular disease.

AMA HOD Reaffirms Support For Access to Health Insurance, Value-Based Pricing For Prescription Drugs

November 17, 2016

November 17, 2016 | Aaron P. Kithcart, MD, PhD and Sunny Jhamnani, MD
Advocacy

The American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates (HOD) convened in Orlando, FL, this past weekend for its Interim Meeting to consider topics of importance to clinicians and to establish policy for the AMA.

Where Do You See Yourself in the Next 10 Years?

November 16, 2016

November 16, 2016 | Sahil Khera, MD
Career Development

Cardiology remains one of the most sought after specialties in medicine – fiercely competitive, gratifying and extremely demanding. With rapid advancements in device technology, pharmaceutical therapies, imaging modalities and procedural competencies we have more subspecialties than any other field in medicine to choose from.

Fellows Met the Masters at TCT 2016

November 16, 2016

November 16, 2016 | Deepika Narasimha, MD & Poonam Velagapudi, MD
Career Development

The recent TCT 2016 meeting was well attended by many notable ACC members. Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, chair of ACC's Interventional Cardiology Section, co-director of TCT 2016, and co-author of the Platinum Diversity study presented at this meeting, hosted an exciting program titled 'Fellow Conversations with the Masters' for FITs.

FIT November Spotlight: Amanda Eilers, DO

November 16, 2016

November 16, 2016 | Amanda Eilers, DO
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Amanda Eilers, DO, a cardiothoracic surgery fellow at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA) and an FIT member of the Surgeons' Section Leadership Council, as the 'star FIT' for the month of November.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Kim Allan Williams Sr., MD, MACC

November 16, 2016

November 16, 2016 | Kim Allan Williams Sr., MD, MACC
Education

In an interview with Akhil Narang, MD, chair of the FIT Section, and an FIT at the University of Chicago, and Hena Patel, MD, an FIT at Rush University, Kim Allan Williams Sr., MD, MACC, immediate past-president of the ACC and chief of cardiology at Rush University Medical Center, discusses his involvement in the ACC, career challenges and accomplishments, and his advice for FITs.

Focus on PA-ACC: Family time!

October 27, 2016

October 27, 2016 | Edinrin Rae Obasare, MD
Chapter Engagement

Families – some we choose and others we find ourselves in. In most families, everyone rallies together to achieve a common worthwhile goal. The ACC is a large organization, with local state chapters which serve as the “smaller family” unit for ACC members. The Pennsylvania Chapter (PA-ACC) is my local ACC chapter/family.

ACC’s PA Chapter Update: A Productive Year For Western PA

October 27, 2016

October 27, 2016 | Megan Kamath, MD
Chapter Engagement

2016 is racing to a close and, boy, what a year it has been for the FITs in ACC’s Pennsylvania Chapter. February 2016 put the spotlight on women’s heart health and many Western PA FITs attended the Cardiovascular Disease and Women Conference held at Allegheny Health Network. Topics for discussion included peripartum cardiomyopathy, valvular heart disease in women, pre-eclampsia, and mid-life cardiovascular disease considerations.

Why Care About Being a Woman in Cardiology? Part II

October 27, 2016 | Jenine John, MD

Feature Article

My fellowship experience is, in a way, a case study on increasing the number of women in cardiology. My class consists of four women and one man. Yes, eighty percent of my cardiology fellowship year is female. We are probably making history here.

Fitness For the FIT: Practicing What You Preach, Part II

October 27, 2016

October 27, 2016 | Tushar Tuliani, MD
Education

In our quest to master disease processes and achieve academic glory, individual well-being takes a back seat. Medical education teaches us to be selfless and put others first. Can we provide quality care to our patients without taking care of ourselves? Numerous years of medical training kept me away from a daily routine of dedicated physical activity.

Experience of a Puerto Rican Fellow in Training at ACC’s 2016 Legislative Conference

October 20, 2016

October 20, 2016 | Anthony D. Osterman-Pla, MD
Advocacy

ACC’s Legislative Conference brings together ACC members from across the nation to discuss the most pressing issues affecting cardiovascular professionals and to advocate for improved health care delivery. The conference began with a delightful Sunday-night welcome reception that allowed me to network with colleagues from across the country and exchange ideas on the practice and challenges in cardiovascular medicine.

My Experience as a First-Time Attendee of the WIC Leadership Workshop

October 19, 2016

September 21, 2016

September 21, 2016 | Aaron P. Kithcart, MD, PhD
Advocacy

Long before many of us had started our medical training, Congress enacted the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, which created a formula inaccurately called the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) as a way to curb Medicare spending. The formula was the benchmark by which payments to physicians were made. While its intentions were noble, the growth rate was anything but sustainable, and by 2015 physicians were expected to take a 21 percent cut in reimbursements according to the SGR.

Conversations With Cardiologists: William A. Zoghbi, MD, MACC

September 21, 2016

September 21, 2016 | William A. Zoghbi, MD, MACC
Career Development

William A. Zoghbi, MD, MACC, is the chair of the department of cardiology, the Elkins Family Distinguished Chair in Cardiac Health at Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center, a professor of cardiology in the Institute for Academic Medicine, and full member of the Research Institute at Houston Methodist Hospital, in Houston, TX. He is also a past president of the ACC and the American Society of Echocardiography.

FIT September Spotlight: Sandeep Krishnan, MD

September 21, 2016

September 21, 2016 | Sandeep Krishnan, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Sandeep Krishnan, MD, an interventional FIT at the University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, as the 'star FIT' for the month of September. Krishnan has been actively involved with the activities of the ACC over the past few years. He describes his research interests, hobbies, career goals and involvement with the ACC in a short interview below.

Physicians as Patient and Health Advocates at ACC’s 2016 Legislative Conference

September 9, 2016

September 9, 2016 | Ben Kenigsberg, MD
Advocacy

What does it mean to be a physician advocate? Through 8 years of medical school, internal medicine residency and general cardiology fellowship, I have an intuitive understanding of the clinical role of a physician. But what does it mean to be an advocate? The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines advocacy as “the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal”. Clearly, the field of medicine is in flux with extraordinary scientific developments in targeted pharmacologic therapies and device technology. As physicians, we categorically support scientific inquiry.

20 Days in the Himalayas: A Doctor’s Journey

September 9, 2016

September 9, 2016 | Sandeep Krishnan, MD
Advocacy

Every day cardiovascular professionals around the globe are involved in improving and saving the lives of the countless people seeking care for themselves or their loved ones. This is no small feat, given the global epidemic that is heart disease. If this “day job” wasn’t enough, many of these same professionals also volunteer their time to help others in areas where access to basic health care, let alone cardiovascular care, is limited. Read more >>>

Insurance Pre-Authorization Delays and the Need for Standardization and Transparency: How Can Local Chapters and FITs Make a Difference?

August 25, 2016

August 25, 2016 | Prasad Gunasekaran, MD
Advocacy

Spectrum of the Problem: Contemporary clinical practice involves pre-authorization from insurance companies for procedures. These were initially designed to obviate the need for discrepancies in payments for medical care, already provided by physicians. However, it has evolved into a labor-intensive process, causing considerable delays in patient care. Depending on the clinical scenario, the process of pre-authorization typically involves up to three burdensome steps:

Why Care About Being a Woman in Cardiology? Part I

August 25, 2016 | Jenine John, MD

Feature Article

Here is a scenario for you. A father and his son are in a serious car accident, and the father dies. The son is taken to the closest hospital. Upon entering the boy’s room, the surgeon says, “I cannot operate on this patient – he is my son.” How can this be? Have you figured it out?

In Caribbean Paradise: ACC’s Dominican Republic Chapter

August 25, 2016

August 25, 2016 | Franklyn A Colón Arias, MD
International

In February of this year, the first symposium of ACC’s Dominican Republic Chapter took place – organized by Pedro E. Ureña, MD, FACC, a governor member of the Assembly of International Governors (AIG) – and had a great attendance by local cardiologists. I sat down recently with Ureña to discuss his experience with the Chapter and how the Chapter has contributed to the Dominican Society of Cardiology.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Mehdi H. Shishehbor, DO, MPH, FACC

August 25, 2016

August 25, 2016 | Rayji Tsutsui, MBChB
Education

Mehdi H. Shishehbor, DO, MPH, FACC, is the director of endovascular services in the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. His interests include coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. He completed his internal medicine, general cardiology and interventional cardiology fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Shishehbor is married and has two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys playing soccer, reading Persian poetry and watching basketball.

From Devices to Donors: What’s New in HF From the 2016 International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation Meeting

August 25, 2016

August 25, 2016 | Nisha Gilotra, MD
Education

The home of the ACC in the nation’s capital was buzzing this spring with nearly 4000 attendees from all over the world for the 36th Annual International Society of Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) Scientific Sessions.

Many FITs attended and presented their work via oral or poster presentations. Below are highlights from the meeting addressing the current hot topics of next generation left ventricular assist device (LVAD) therapy and methods of increasing the heart transplant donor pool:

FIT August Spotlight: Mirnela Byku, MD

August 17, 2016

August 17, 2016 | Mirnela Byku, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Mirnela Byku, MD, an advanced heart failure/transplant FIT at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, as the 'star FIT' for the month of August.

Investment Portfolio Rebalancing – The Basics

August 17, 2016

August 17, 2016 | Marshall Weintraub and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

Most cardiologists will become investors at some point in their lives, whether this begins with savings from a high school summer job, an employer-sponsored retirement plan as an attending, or anywhere in between. When you purchase investments, you are probably aware that the value of these may fluctuate, sometimes significantly. Earlier in the year, we wrote an article about the importance of not making large, emotion-based changes to your investments during periods of market volatility. This article will cover an aspect of investment management in which making adjustments is beneficial, called portfolio rebalancing.

Half a Million ECG Interpretations and Still Learning

August 17, 2016

August 17, 2016 | Mary L. Dohrmann, MD, FACC
Education

Many things inspire medicine residents to become cardiologists – a specific patient, a mentor, the science of cardiovascular medicine. In my case, it was the electrocardiogram (ECG). For me, ECG interpretation blended all that is known about the heart for an individual patient after obtaining a thorough history and physical examination.

The Sky is Not Falling, It’s the Limit

August 3, 2016

August 3, 2016 | James Hansen, DO
Education

Right now is a great time to be an interventional cardiologist. The face value of this statement is low, filled with trite optimism and an intolerable sense of idealism. Some senior operators would certainly disagree. To ask them, a career in interventionalism is self-inflicted destitution. I am of the opposite persuasion, and not just because I feel like being contradictory.

Conversations with Cardiologists: Gaby Weissman, MD, FACC

July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016 | Bryan LeBude, MD
Education

In addition to serving as program director for the cardiovascular disease fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center (MWHC) and Georgetown University Hospital, Gaby Weissman, MD, FACC is co-director of the advanced cardiac imaging fellowship at MWHC and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Personal Finance Primer – Part 2

July 29, 2016

July 29, 2016 | Olivia Hung, MD, PhD
Career Development

In Part I, I discussed the basics of personal finance, including securing and protecting our earnings potential and current financial independence. Once these have been considered and acted upon, the next step is arguably more individualized, making it more complex and interesting. People who have budget surpluses can now plan to use that surplus in one of the following four general categories.

Advocacy in Action: Representing the ACC at the AMA House of Delegates

July 20, 2016

July 20, 2016 | Aaron P. Kithcart, MD, PhD
Advocacy

Many know that advocacy is one of the central missions of the ACC. The College leads efforts to ensure cardiology practices are sustainable with adequate access for our patients, which requires advocacy at not only the national and state level, but at the regulatory level as well – especially with the upcoming rollout of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA). Many efforts, especially MACRA, will affect practices well outside cardiology. For this reason, the College collaborates with other organizations, including the American Medical Association (AMA), to advocate for the entire house of medicine.

FIT July Spotlight: Craig Alpert, MD

July 20, 2016

July 20, 2016 | Craig Alpert, MD
Career Development

Each month, the Fellow in Training (FIT) Section newsletter, ACC On-Call, will highlight the achievements of one cardiology FIT. The Section would like to recognize Craig Alpert, MD, an advanced heart failure/transplant FIT at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, as the 'star FIT' for the month of July. Alpert has been actively involved with the activities of the ACC over the past few years. He describes his research interests, hobbies, career goals and involvement with the ACC in a brief interview below:

Welcome Letter From the FIT Section Chair Akhil Narang, MD

July 20, 2016

July 20, 2016 | Akhil Narang, MD
Career Development

Dear Colleagues, Welcome to the start of the 2016 – 2017 academic year and a special welcome to our incoming Fellows in Training (FITs) from around the world! As you progress through your training in preparation for a long and rewarding career in cardiology, please take a few moments to explore the many opportunities afforded by your complementary membership in the ACC. Our goal is to ensure that the ACC remains your professional home for years to come.

Defining COCATS Level "Zero"

July 20, 2016

July 20, 2016 | Sudarshan Balla, MBBS
Education

I have distinct memories associated with the date July 1. It was on this date that I started my cardiovascular fellowship and three years later became faculty at the University of Missouri. It is a good time to reflect on the past and seek areas of improvement to make a difference for future Fellows in Training (FITs).

Getting Involved in ACC’s Ohio Chapter and State Advocacy

June 22, 2016

June 22, 2016 | Jeffrey A. Robinson, MD
Advocacy

ACC’s Ohio Chapter held its annual Legislative Day on May 10 in Columbus. The kick-off dinner and legislative appointments were attended by 28 physicians and cardiovascular team members, including three FITs as key participants. Members received a briefing on the current state legislative session by Monica Hueckel, director of government affairs at the Ohio State Medical Association, as well as an update from ACC State Advocacy by Michael Lawrence.

Ohio Chapter members met with 33 members of the Ohio Legislature, including 20 members of the House and 13 Senators. There were three current bills emphasized and discussed by Ohio Chapter members:

ACHD Career Pathways – Running an ACHD Program

June 22, 2016

June 22, 2016 | Jeremy Nicolarsen, MD
Career Development

Careers in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) are on the rise. In the second of this three part interview series, we’ll look at ACHD care from the vantage point of the early career ACHD Program Director. In this installment, we’ll hear from Yuli Y. Kim, MD, FACC, director of the Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), and Ali N. Zaidi, MD, FACC, director of the Montefiore Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program (MAtCH) at the Montefiore Einstein Center for Heart & Vascular Care, Montefiore Medical Center, and The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NY.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Robert H. Beekman III, MD, FACC

June 22, 2016

June 22, 2016 | Tarek Alsaied, MD
Education

Robert H. Beekman III, MD, FACC, is an interventional pediatric cardiologist and professor of pediatric cardiology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. He is currently the chair of ACC’s Adult Congenital and Pediatric Cardiology Section and also is the chair of the National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative.

The Basics of Solid Finances For Female FITs

June 22, 2016

June 22, 2016 | Olivia Hung, MD
Career Development

Whenever our Women in Cardiology group gets together, we always end up talking about rotations, careers and family. But what about financial matters? Most women who file for bankruptcy do so because of divorce, serious medical problems, or a job loss – in other words, when they lose their source of income. While female cardiology fellows-in-training are at very low risk of losing their income source (after all, a residency or fellowship offers outstanding job security), we do have our own questions and worries with respect to daily expenses, debt, investments, retirement and lifestyle.

A New Course For the Mexican Society of Cardiology

June 22, 2016

June 22, 2016 | Fernando Iñarra Talboy, MD
International

Founded in 1935 by Ignacio Chávez, MD, the Mexican Society of Cardiology spearheaded cardiovascular research and teaching in Mexico. The Mexican Society of Cardiology helped spread the specialty around the country, leading later to the foundation of the National Institute of Cardiology and the Interamerican Society of Cardiology in 1944. Almost 80 years later, the effort seems to have worn off.

A Few Parting Thoughts on Career Development

June 15, 2016

June 15, 2016 | Ravi S. Hira, MD, FACC
Career Development

As the year and another stage in your career draw to a close, I hope you have all found the career opportunities and jobs that you were looking for. I have shared a few choice words of advice from those who have gone before me that have helped me tremendously over the past year.

Estate Planning – Basic Steps For the Young Cardiologist

June 15, 2016

June 15, 2016 | Marshall Weintraub & Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

Estate planning is one of the last areas of planning we often see our clients address. This is not because they do not value it, but because these items may seem either too daunting or morbid to place at the top of one's to-do list. Nevertheless, if you have a young family or plan to start one soon, we encourage you to consider these important items to ease the burden on your loved ones in the unfortunate event they are needed. This article will cover four areas of basic estate planning – wills, trusts, other documents and life insurance.

ACC.16 Recap: 2016 Merck Research Award

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016 | Philip S. Hall, MD
Education

ACC's Annual Scientific Session (ACC.16) in Chicago was my first time attending ACC's annual meeting, and it was a great privilege to be there as a recipient of the ACC/Merck Fellowship Award. I arrived on Saturday and at the Merck reception that evening I got to meet Jainy Savla, MD, an FIT from UT Southwestern and Pritha P. Gupta, MD, an FIT from the University of California, Los Angeles, two of my co-awardees, as well as several previous recipients of the award, celebrating the 35th anniversary of the award.

ACC.16 Recap: 2016 Young Investigator Award

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016 | Saurav Chatterjee, MD
Education

Participating in the Young Investigator Awards (YIA) competition at the 65th Annual Scientific Sessions (ACC.16) was an enormous opportunity – previous contestants include some of the luminaries in academic cardiology. So it was indeed with trepidation that I submitted an abstract for the competition. As a prior finalist in 2012 (as an internal medicine resident), I knew that to be selected as a finalist entailed a favorable constellation of hard work, meticulous science and serendipity.

Focus on ACC’s NY Chapter: Interview With Shubhika Srivastava, MBBS, FACC, and Antonio Gabriel Cabrera, MD, FACC

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016 | Edon Rabinowitz, MD
Chapter Engagement

As a fellow constantly on the move in my home institution, it's easy to forget that the ACC has a community of cardiologists ready to support and provide FITs with guidance, so I sat down with Shubhika Srivastava, MBBS, FACC, and Antonio Gabriel Cabrera, MD, FACC, at ACC's 65th Annual Scientific Sessions (ACC.16) in Chicago, IL. Dr Cabrera moderated a small group discussion on "Getting the Most Out of the Mentor/Mentee Relationship."

Helping Congress Transform Cardiovascular Care

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016 | Michelle Hadley, DO
Advocacy

I have always wanted to be impactful. In October, I attended ACC's 2015 Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. We met with our representatives on the House side, as well as with our senators. Unfortunately at that time, my district congressman was not in DC. Therefore, I took it upon myself to schedule a meeting in Worcester, MA, to meet with him.

Acknowledgement of FIT Section Contributors

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016
Career Development

The FIT Section has grown tremendously in membership, but also in recognition. Our success as a section would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of FITs from around the country and world. We are deeply indebted for the time and dedication of FITs who have contributed to various initiatives from our section. We look forward to getting more of you involved – please do not hesitate to reach out to us for various opportunities.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Mukesh Jain, MD

May 18, 2016

May 18, 2016 | John J. Lazarus, MD & Mohammed Sabeh, MD
Career Development

Mukesh Jain, MD, is the Ellery Sedgwick Jr. Chair & Distinguished Scientist, scientific director of the Harrington Discovery Institute, chief scientific officer at the University Hospitals Health System, and vice dean for Medical Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. He is also the immediate past president of the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI). Dr. Jain is widely recognized for pioneering studies establishing a family of transcription factors termed Kruppel-like factors (KLF) as nodal determinants of metabolism and immunity, which influences the cardiovascular system. He has translated this corpus of work in animals and humans, and established KLFs as key targets of pharmacologic agents. Dr. Jain is also a gifted mentor with an exceptional track record of developing independent investigators, efforts that have resulted in mentorship awards from Harvard Medical School and University Hospital Case Medical Center.

The Coffee Machine

May 12, 2016

May 12, 2016 | Olivia Hung, MD
Career Development

As we are surveying the new suite that will accommodate our growing laboratory group, I wonder aloud about getting a coffee machine. My female colleague immediately replies, “No. We’ll be the ones always cleaning it.” My first love was chemistry, which germinated when my seventh grade science teacher carefully held a bucket of mercury for us to observe and later mentioned to me that I had an innate aptitude for the subject. My passion held firm through high school chemistry (where my teacher spent six months teaching us the definition of a mole) and a freshman general chemistry course in college (during which my professor spent an entire lecture wrongly deriving the Schrödinger equation), and blossomed once I encountered the power of aldol mechanisms in organic chemistry.

Focus on NY-ACC Chapter: Perspectives from New York Downstate Chapter Leadership

May 12, 2016

May 12, 2016 | Nicholas S. Amoroso, MD
Chapter Engagement

Smadar Kort, MD, FACC, is a clinical professor of medicine and director of non-invasive cardiac imaging at Stony Brook University Medical Center in Roslyn, NY. Dr. Kort is also the immediate past downstate governor of ACC’s New York Chapter. She attended medical school at the Sackler School of Medicine in Israel, completed residency at The New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, and an advanced echocardiography fellowship at New York University.

ACC.16 recap: The Melting Pot of Tradition, Innovation and International Cardiology

May 12, 2016

May 12, 2016 | Monica Verdoia, MD
International

Wind of innovation and international cardiology was blowing during the first weekend of April in Chicago, where ACC’s 65th Annual Scientific Session took place. Innovation in terms of the changeover of ACC’s leadership, with Richard A. Chazal, MD, FACC, succeeding Kim Allan Williams Sr., MD, MACC, in the role of president of the College, but also innovation in terms of new scientific discoveries, with the presentation of late breaking trials and drugs newly released on the cardiovascular market.

Optimal Exercise Dosing: Is There Such a Thing as Too Much?

May 12, 2016

May 13, 2016 | Nick Ierovante, DO
Education

The general consensus amongst physicians is that regular exercise is typically good for overall health and inactivity is typically bad. For many of us, being a FIT has meant several city, state, country or even continent moves over the last several years. While many of us strive to engage in healthy behaviors including regular exercise, these frequent major life changes can make sticking to a routine difficult. As a mean to fight these changes, many fellows choose endurance running.

ACC.16 Recap: 2016 Young Investigator Award

May 12, 2016

March 8, 2016

March 8, 2016 | Bryan LeBude, MD
Education

Each year approximately 5 percent of U.S. outpatients experience a diagnostic error in their care. The numbers are staggering. Diagnostic errors contribute to about 10 percent of patient deaths and account for up to 17 percent of adverse events in hospitals. Diagnostic errors lead to patient harm by delaying necessary treatment, propagating unnecessary and sometimes detrimental therapies, and culminating in both psychological damage and financial turmoil. They are the leading category of paid medical malpractice claim, and compared with other types, are twice as likely to have contributed to the patient’s death.

Perspectives From Indiana Chapter Leadership

March 8, 2016

March 8, 2016 | Travis Taylor, MD
Chapter Engagement

Interview with Edward T.A. Fry, MD, FACC, the current president of ACC Indiana Chapter and Raymond E. Dusman Jr., MD, FACC,is an electrophysiologist who serves as the president-elect of ACC Indiana Chapter and as the chief physician executive for the Parkview Health system.

Getting Involved on the Chapter Level in Indiana

March 8, 2016

March 8, 2016 | Jonathan Hassel, MD
Chapter Engagement

The ACC Indiana Chapter remains active at the local and the national level. Each year, the ACC Indiana Chapter selects two third year fellows to be involved in the ACC Indiana Council who serve as voting members of the committee and represent the FIT voice for current issues. This year I am serving the representative from Indiana University (IU), and Travis Taylor, MD, is serving as the representative from St. Vincent’s. The committee plans the annual meeting, addresses state and national concerns of its members and advocates for cardiovascular interests within the state legislator.

Collaborating Among Young Cardiovascular Clinicians

March 8, 2016

March 8, 2016 | Sergio Buccheri, MD
International

In recent years, scientific societies in the cardiovascular field have created specific groups for fellows and young specialists. This represents an amazing effort toward young fellows’ active involvement and an important opportunity in career development for young cardiologists. The FIT Section of the ACC is one of the best examples of how initiatives and support for fellows can provide an extremely valuable opportunity to succeed in their careers. The growing number of young health care providers outside the U.S. also reflects shared needs by young cardiologists in a global scenario.

Share Your Opinion About JACC Audio Summaries

February 25, 2016

Conversations With Cardiologists: Stanley J. Chetcuti, MD, FACC

February 17, 2016

Feb 17, 2016 | Devraj Sukul, MD, and John J. Lazarus, MD, PhD
Career Development

Stanley J. Chetcuti, MD, FACC, serves as the Eric J. Topol Collegiate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine, and director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory at the University of Michigan Health System. In his interview, he discusses his path to interventional cardiology, as well as career advice for FITs.

Recent Market Events – What They Mean For the Long-Term Investor

February 17, 2016

Feb 17, 2016 | Marshall Weintraub and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

If you have seen any news about the stock market recently, then there is a good chance you have noticed the negative performance over the first few weeks of the year. In fact, the first two weeks of 2016 were the US stock market's worst start to a calendar year in history, including the Great Depression era. Headlines like the previous sentence often receive a second glance, yet cardiologists do not always have time to fully investigate events in the global markets, what these mean for them, and what action, if any, they should take. This article will review some of the key macroeconomic events that have driven recent market performance. We then provide three principles for the long-term investor that has many years until retirement.

Avoiding the Oculostenotic Reflex

February 12, 2016

December 16, 2015

Dec 16, 2015 | Marshall Weintraub and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

Financial planning is becoming increasingly complex, particularly for cardiologists who must decide between student loan repayment methods, how best to save for retirement and which disability insurance to choose in order to protect their income, all with very limited time. Because of this, many cardiologists work with a financial advisor for guidance and help implementing their plan.

‘Tis the Season: Tips For Graduating FITs

December 16, 2015

Dec 16, 2015 | Payal Kohli, MD
Career Development

The holiday season represents, in some ways, a microcosm of the cardiology fellowship training. On one hand, we are inundated with positive emotions such as happiness, contentment and gratitude (similar to those we feel during our fellowship when learning a new skill or receiving praise from a grateful patient). On the other hand, the holidays can mean materialism and stress, just like what we may feel when looking for a new job or struggling to keep up with the onerous demands of cardiology fellowship.

Atrial Fibrillation: A Timeline of This Veritable Quandary

December 16, 2015

Dec 16, 2015 | Mrinal Yadava, MD
Education

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is idiomatically referred to as 'l'arythmie complete', literally meaning 'the complete arrhythmia.' The reference here is to the fact that all known arrhythmia mechanisms including triggered activity, enhanced automaticity, and re-entry have been implicated in its pathophysiology. Over the last 20 years as our understanding of the clinical significance of AFib has evolved, there has been a massive surge in efforts to delineate underlying mechanisms of the arrhythmia. This paroxysm of interest has greatly advanced our understanding of the condition and has revolutionized treatment paradigms.

Providing Tools to Build a Strong and Successful Career

December 10, 2015

The Year in Cardiac CT Angiography: Highlights For the General Cardiology Fellow

December 8, 2015

Dec 8, 2015 | Bryan J. LeBude, MD
Education

Since the advent of electron-beam computed tomography (CT) in 1990, great technical advances have enabled the development of various applications useful in evaluating the cardiovascular patient. In the current era, coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) provides excellent image quality at continually decreasing doses of radiation. Research in the field has shifted away from confirming diagnostic accuracy towards demonstrating incremental benefit over existing approaches.

Collaborating Among Young Cardiovascular Clinicians

December 8, 2015

Dec 8, 2015 | Sergio Buccheri, MD
International

In recent years, scientific societies in the cardiovascular field have created specific groups for fellows and young specialists. This represents an amazing effort toward young fellows’ active involvement and an important opportunity in career development for young cardiologists. The FIT Section of the ACC is one of the best examples of how initiatives and support for fellows can provide an extremely valuable opportunity to succeed in their careers. The growing number of young health care providers outside the U.S. also reflects shared needs by young cardiologists in a global scenario.

Advocating For Patient Health at the 2015 ACC Legislative Conference

November 18, 2015

Nov 18, 2015 | Hakeem Ayinde, MB ChB, MS
Advocacy

The month of October was huge for health care advocacy as over 400 ACC members representing all 50 states and DC gathered for the 2015 ACC Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. A record 60 FITs were present at the meeting. I attended the conference as a cardiovascular fellow (and delegate) from the University of Iowa.

A Novel Experience at the 2015 Legislative Conference

November 18, 2015

Nov 18, 2015 | Joe Ebinger, MD
Advocacy

Upon landing in Washington, DC, the weather alone was enough to remind me that I was no longer in Los Angeles where I am currently completing my cardiology Fellowship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. After exchanging my flip flops for wingtips, I quickly realized that the cooler temperatures were not at all reflective of the warm and welcoming environment of the 2015 ACC Legislative Conference. As a first time attendee and Fellow in Training (FIT), I was unsure of what to expect during the conference. What I experienced was one of the most informative and insightful meetings of my still young career.

International Fellowships: Opportunities For Collaboration Between Mexico and the U.S.

November 18, 2015

Nov 18, 2015 | Aaron P. Kithcart, MD, PhD
International

The ACC is recognized as the professional home for cardiologists in the U.S., yet is also committed to having an equally strong international presence. Through its International Chapters, the ACC continues to advance cardiovascular medicine throughout Europe, Asia, South America and Mexico.

Conversation With Cardiologists: Mark E. Josephson, MD, FACC

November 18, 2015

Nov 18, 2015 | Ankur Kalra, MD and Jill B. Whelan, MD
Career Development

Mark E. Josephson, MD, FACC, is the chief emeritus of the division of cardiovascular medicine at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Herman Dana Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and director of the Harvard-Thorndike Electrophysiology Institute and Arrhythmia Service at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA.

Opportunities For Chapter Engagement

November 18, 2015

Nov 18, 2015 | Poonam Velagapudi, MD
Chapter Engagement

We are in that exciting time of the year when most ACC Chapters are hosting their annual chapter meetings. Chapter meetings are an excellent time for fellows to interact with other fellows in training (FITs) and faculty from training programs in their Chapter and participate in various events such as poster and research presentations, jeopardy, etc.

Cardiology Training Around the World: A Mexican FIT’s Perspective

November 3, 2015

Nov 3, 2015 | Fernando Iñarra Talboy, MD
International

Nowadays, with global access to information and data sharing, almost all academic activities can be performed the same way regardless of the physical location of the people involved. In medicine, this is partially true. We can read the same papers and access the same books almost anywhere on the globe. However, we cannot receive clinical training through a computer, so an old saying in medicine is still valid: “The best book is the patient itself”.

Running After a Scarce Commodity: Is it Time to Think Outside the Box?

November 3, 2015

Nov 3, 2015 | Nisha A. Gilotra, MD
Education

It’s 3:30 in the morning. The crew slowly gathers on the hospital lobby couches, sleepy-eyed and clad in matching cobalt blue pajamas. It’s too early even for coffee, much less conversation. A black SUV pulls up and everyone knows to stand. I follow, eager and anxious – eager for my patient who has been living in the hospital for the last three months, yet anxious about the upcoming experience.

An Unintended Quest of “Having It All”

November 3, 2015

Nov 3, 2015 | Anita Saraf, MD, PhD
Career Development

As I traverse through the long road in training as a physician scientist in the field of cardiology at Emory, I am lucky to have a husband and two boys who provide balance in my life. I am not on a quest to “have it all”; I have always wanted to be a physician scientist and have been working toward that goal since college – making pro and con spreadsheets and talking with people at all stages of this career. However, most of the personal – the family part – just happened because it felt right.

Reflections on Being a Female Physician in Cardiology

November 2, 2015

Nov 2, 2015 | Olivia Hung, MD, PhD
Career Development

A recent Fellows-in-Training & Early Career Page, published the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, discussed some barriers and opportunities for women in cardiology. This article by Nishaki Mehta Oza, MD, and Khadijah Breathett, MD, along with the response by Sandra Lewis, MD, FACC, provides an excellent foundation for me to share some musings on being a female cardiology fellow.

ACC Advocacy Resources

November 2, 2015

Nov 2, 2015 | From the FIT Section
Advocacy

Through its advocacy efforts, the ACC builds relationships with Congress, federal government agencies, state legislative and regulatory bodies, private insurers and other policy making groups to advance the College’s mission of improving heart health.

3-D Printing in Pediatric Cardiology: Are We Witnessing a Revolution?

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | Tarek Alsaied, MD
Education

Recently, one of my patients received his fourth surgery for congenital heart disease (CHD). He was born with tricuspid atresia, was treated through the single ventricle repair pathway and underwent an atrio-pulmonary Fontan procedure in the 1980s. He had a very large atrium with refractory intra-atrial re-entry tachycardia and an intracardiac thrombus that was growing in size. This put him at a high risk for stroke and pulmonary edema given his single ventricle physiology.

Kansas Chapter Update: The 2nd Annual Cardiovascular Symposium

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | Prasad Gunasekaran, MD
Chapter Engagement

As an extension to its commitment to promoting cardiovascular health, the ACC Kansas Chapter held the 2nd Annual Cardiovascular Symposium on Oct. 3. Thanks to the dynamic leadership of our current Governor, Dhanunjaya Lakkireddy, MBBS, FACC, we have a state that is reenergized and is producing some high-quality work both on the clinical and academic fronts. Lakkireddy identified the need for an annual cardiovascular symposium and successfully launched this well-received program in 2014.

Understanding Pay For Performance

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | Mitul Kanzaria, MD
Advocacy

As health care costs rise, multiple strategies have been employed to try to reduce health care costs. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) includes many provisions to reduce the per capita cost of health care while improving the quality of care. These programs or provisions target five different areas generally, including process, outcome, patient experience, structure and cost. Many of these pay for performance programs are using financial incentives as a mechanism to improve outcomes and reduce costs.

Conversations With Cardiologists: Brahmajee Nallamothu, MD, FACC

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | John J. Lazarus, MD, PhD, and Devraj Sukul, MD
Career Development

Brahmajee Nallamothu, MD, FACC, is a professor of medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Michigan. He is a practicing interventional cardiologist and clinical investigator, focusing on improving the delivery and quality of cardiovascular care. He has received research funding from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), Veterans Administration, and the National Institutes of Health. Recently, he served on the Institute of Medicine (IOM) committee that published a seminal report on strategies to improve cardiac arrest survival.

Learning From Our Mistakes in Fellowship and Beyond

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | Akhil Narang, MD and Bryan Smith, MD
Career Development

I should have asked but I didn't. I was about to perform a cardioversion on a patient who was in symptomatic atrial fibrillation. I discussed the procedure with the patient including the risks and benefits. She signed the consent form as the nurses obtained IV access and positioned the defibrillation pads. I then asked the team of nurses to administer mild sedation prior to defibrillation. The team drew up the medication and gave her an IV push. It crossed my mind to inquire how much was being given, but I didn't ask.

Student Loans – Forgiveness vs. Refinancing

October 21, 2015

Oct 21, 2015 | Marshall Weintraub and Michael Merrill, CFP, CLU, ChFC
Career Development

The path to becoming a cardiologist is not an easy one. The coveted title of "fellow" is earned after undergraduate college, medical school and residency – the first eight of these years often financed by student loans. Taking out loans for your education can be one of the best investments you will ever make. However, they can also become more of a burden than necessary if not handled properly. This article will discuss the two main methods cardiologists use to become free of student loans: loan forgiveness and full repayment, with emphasis on refinancing with a private lender.

The Best Laid Plans

October 21, 2015

August 11, 2015

Aug 11, 2015 | Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS
Chapter Engagement

I joined the ACC Missouri Chapter as a fellow-in-training (FIT) member during my first year of fellowship. My early association with the chapter opened up several opportunities both at the state and national level to network and to engage and work with the Chapter’s leadership on various avenues including education, advocacy and career development. The Missouri Chapter leadership is very encouraging of FITs to get involved in the Chapter’s proceedings. Here are some examples of how to get involved:

Charting a New Course

August 11, 2015

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