American College of Cardiology

Feb. 2005
Vol. 1 No. 2

ACC’05 Career Placement Center: FIT Open House

If you are attending ACC ’05, Fellows in training are invited to a FIT-only open house in the ACC Cardiology Careers Placement Center, Orange County Convention Center, Room 206, on Sunday, March 6, 8 – 10 a.m. While you enjoy the bagels and coffee, learn more about the College’s online job bank. Staff will be available to guide FITs in posting resumes and reviewing the more than 600 cardiology listings.

The placement center, which has interview areas and can also be used as a meeting point, is open Sunday through Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon.

For more information, go to www.acc.org and follow the Job Search links to ACC Cardiology Careers, or click the logo on this page.

Fifteen men and women have been selected as finalists in the Young Investigators Award Competition. Judging will be held Monday, Mar. 7, 2005, during ACC ’05, at the Orange County Convention Center, Room 232A.

The YIA finalists will present their research in 10-minute sessions. Category session times are as follows:

Physiology, Pharmacology, and Pathology, 9:15 -10:30 a.m.
Molecular and Cellular Cardiology, 11a.m. -12:15 p.m.
Clinical Investigations-Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, 2 - 3:15 p.m.

The YIA finalists will also have YIA Posters in the Poster Session area of the convention center through the week of the scientific session. Click here to view the finalists.

The "FIT Forum & Luncheon" provides an overview of options in academic medicine. This year’s luncheon takes place Tuesday, March 8, Noon - 1:45 p.m., Peabody Hotel, Plaza E-H. Currently, the luncheon is sold out. If you would like to attend, please come to the luncheon at 11:45 a.m. Due to occasional no-shows, we are usually able to accommodate those on stand-by. For more information, click here.

Each year, the College offers a special afternoon session at the Annual Scientific Session that is designed exclusively for FIT members. This year, the Tuesday afternoon session has a new look.

“FITs: What You Need to Know in Starting a Cardiology Career,” Tuesday, March 8, 2 – 4:30 p.m., Orange County Convention Center, Room 340 A/B, follows the FIT Luncheon and Forum. The session will focus on financial planning, how to get started in private practice and how to get paid for what you do. Refreshments and cookies will be served. If you would like to attend, please RVSP to ledsall@acc.org. For more details, click here. The program is supported by a grant from the Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.

Pediatric Cardiology FITs have a special reception following the Tuesday afternoon session, hosted by the ACC Congenital Heart Disease and Pediatric Cardiology Committee. The Pediatric Cardiology FIT Mentoring and Networking Reception, is on Tuesday, March 8, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to ledsall@acc.org. For more information, click here.

Have you decided how you will handle your patients who have been taking NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors? Join the discussion by attending #645 “Anti-Inflammatory Medications and Cardiovascular Risk,” Tuesday, March 8, 8:30 – 10 a.m., Orange County Convention Center Auditorium.

ACCSAP 6 has been reviewed in earlier issues of “Fellows in Training,” but this new edition has some features that cannot be overstated. Six new chapters have been added: Risk Factor Management, Noninvasive Testing, Practical Principles of Quality Measurement in Cardiovascular Medicine and Surgery, Principles of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, and Role of the Physical Exam. Three new topics are included: diabetes, hemodynamics, and MRI.

Material is offered in 30-minute modules and users may earn CME points for each module.

With its updated and added material, ACCSAP 6 serves as an excellent cardiovascular desk reference.

Finally, purchasers receive all three formats for the price of one product — online, print and CD-ROM — and they pay $75 less than for one version of ACCSAP 5.

The new ArrhythmiaSAP offers an in-depth exploration of atrial fibrillation and sudden cardiac death and what you can do to prevent and treat them. The product includes clinical trial summaries, images (portable into PowerPoint), case studies, clinical controversies and up to 20 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 credit.

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement will present an overview of their Campaign to Save 100,000 Lives by June 2006 at ACC ’05. IHI is the premier organization in healthcare quality improvement across the spectrum of care. IHI is interested in partnering with the College to promote its guidelines and GAP tools in their national quality improvement work.

John Brush, M.D., F.A.C.C., is chair of the session, “Real Improvement in Cardiac Care: The IHI’s 100K Lives Campaign,” Sunday, March 6, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Orange County Convention Center, Room 232A.

Find your dream job through the ACC. Check out the wide selection of opportunities available nationwide, or for even more job opportunities, go to ACC Cardiology Careers. With the College’s online job bank, the perfect job could be just a click away.

Positions Available

EAST
Position Available - Eastern Pennsylvania, Suburban Philadelphia-Bucks County. Central Bucks Cardiology, a 7-member single specialty cardiology practice, serving a quality community hospital seeks NON-INVASIVE cardiologist. The group currently consists of an interventionalist, electrophysiologist, two invasive cardiologists and three non-invasive cardiologists all with good communication skills, compatible professional goals and work ethic. Clinical setting offers a premier cardio-thoracic surgical program, thriving EP program and leading edge research opportunities. Group seeks candidate with strong clinical background, collaborative team approach, experience with nuclear cardiology and/or TEE a plus. Nuclear cardiology performed in hospital setting and at a practice owned testing center. Competitive salary and benefits package with early partnership will be offered. Please forward CV to: Pat Larsen, Practice Administrator, Central Bucks Cardiology, 315 West State St., Doylestown, PA 18901. Phone: 215-345-1900;Fax: 215-345-4579; Email: plarsen@centralbuckscardiology.com. January 2005

Position Available - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established and successful 3 doctor, 3 location cardiology group in need of 2 new associates. We are affiliated with 4 area hospitals (one teaching hospital) and we own a diagnostic center. Beautiful new 8000 sq ft facility. Starting salary 325k for Fellow. Interested parties may fax CV to 412-429-3513. January 2005

Position Available - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Highly successful 3 doctor/owner, 3-location interventional cardiology group in need of 2 new associates. We are located in the highly desirable southern suburbs of the beautiful and culturally diverse city of Pittsburgh with nationally recognized school districts. We are affiliated with 4 area hospitals (one teaching hospital) and we own a state of the art diagnostic center (including nuclear center). You will spend 1 week of 4 in a brand new 8000 sq ft. office space; the other weeks covering a hospital. We offer a starting salary of 325k-400k along with health, malpractice, generous vacation allowance, profit sharing. Interested parties may fax CV to 412-429-3513. U.S. Heart & Vascular, P.C. January 2005

Position Available - Fingerlakes Region, New York State. The Guthrie Clinic, a 240-member multi-specialty group practice is searching for a BC/BE Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join the practice in Corning, NY. This is a high volume cardiology satellite practice which draws patients from Corning and surrounding counties. Cardiology services are provided in the Guthrie Clinic outpatient setting and at Corning Hospital. Full interventional and surgical support is available from the main campus in Sayre, PA. Nuclear license is desirable. Guaranteed salary and comprehensive benefits package. Visit the Guthrie website at www.guthrie.org. Contact Kathy Murray, Physician Recruiting at 800-724-1295; fax 570-882-3098; email murray_k@guthrie.org. ID# 24482AI January 2005

Position Available – Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. INVASIVE / NON-INVASIVE - Join a premier, 24 FACC (including 2 pediatric cardiologists), well-established and expanding practice in south-central Pennsylvania (1 hr from Baltimore, 2 hrs from Phila/DC, 3 hrs from NYC). We are involved in a full range of CV services including: high volume coronary and peripheral vascular interventions, noninvasive, EP programs, resident teaching and active clinical research affiliations with Cleveland Clinic, Duke and Harvard University. We enjoy a balance of work and play with equally shared call every 6th weekend. Low managed care enrollment. A competitive, comprehensive partnership package is available. The Harrisburg-Hershey-Carlisle-Chambersburg, Pa., area has a friendly community atmosphere with a diverse population and a strong economy. Residents enjoy easy access to the mountains, beaches and nearby larger metropolitan areas. Direct Contact Information: Send CV to: Moffitt Heart & Vascular Group, Attn: William Strouse, Administrator, 1000 N. Front Street, Wormleysburg, PA 17043. Phone 800-248-0257 x3056; fax 717-441-0706; email WStro57851@aol.com Visit us on the web at: www.moffittheart.com

SOUTH
Position Available - Jacksonville, Florida. Excellent opportunity for board-certified, board-eligible clinical cardiologist with nuclear training to join established cardiology practice. Experience in TEE and EP a plus but not required. Excellent compensation package leading to partnership. Contact: Sharon Phillips at 800-659-5507 or send CV to: 6859 Belfort Oaks Place, Jacksonville, FL 32216. Fax: 904-296-0279 January 2005

Position Available - Sarasota, Florida, Immediate Availability for a BC/BE Cardiologist for a busy cardiology department within a 50+ physician MSG located in a thriving Gulf Coast city in beautiful SW Florida. Excellent compensation and benefit package with partnership tract and a great call schedule. For confidential consideration send/fax CV to Administrator, Intercoastal Medical Group, Inc., 943 S. Beneva Road, Suite 306, Sarasota Florida 34232; Fax (941) 952-0132. January 2005

MIDWEST
Position Available - Wisconsin. Lead and develop a Cardiology Program. BE/BC Interventional Cardiologist is needed for a successful, comprehensive medical system in Wisconsin. The innovative Cardiology Service has a tremendous infrastructure already in place and state-of-the-art facilities. Employed position. No primary call. Excellent compensation package. Nestled in breathtakingly beautiful countryside, the community is between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River with a short drive to Madison, Chicago and Milwaukee. Contact Mickey Conner, 866-464-3428 or mconner@besmith.com January 2005

Position Available—Wichita Clinic, Wichita, Kansas. Exceptional Non-invasive or Invasive/Non-interventional Cardiologist opportunity. Thriving cardiology department with large built-in primary care referral base. Weekend call 1:3. Low managed care, outstanding benefits, shareholder eligibility after one year. Collegial atmosphere and beautiful mid-western location provides attractive home and work environment! Contact Debbie Gleason: Toll Free 800-876-5111 ext. 9415, or 316- 689-9415 or send CV by fax to 316- 689-9710 or E-mail gleasondk@wichitaclinic.com.

WEST
Position Available - Arizona. Excellent opportunity in AZ. Located 90 m south of Las Vegas, accessible to both Phoenix and Los Angeles. Enjoy beautiful river, casinos. Interventional Cardiologist with a strong interventional background, including peripheral interventions is needed. BC/BE, with good work ethics for our friendly practice. 400-450K salary first year. 2 yr full partnership, NO BUY IN. 1/4 calls. EIGHT WEEKS VACATION. Fax resume: 928-758-4650 or email hhhi4@hotmail.com January 2005

Position Available - Tucson, Arizona, Premier four man cardiology
group seeks skilled, personable, industrious fifth member for a thriving private practice in Tucson, Az. This is a pure cardiology practice with no Internal Medicine responsibilities. We are seeking invasive cardiologists. Imaging skills or interventional capabilities are beneficial but not necessary. Call is one in four weekends. We have a well equipped office with multiple treadmills, 5 echo machines and two nuclear cameras. We are proud to offer a once in a lifetime opportunity. Contact: Monica Neidkowski at, Tucson Heart Group, 2355 N Ferguson Ave Suite 111, Tucson, Arizona 85712. Phone: 520-326-4811. Email: monica@tucsonheart.com January 2005

Position Available - Bellingham, Washington, We are ready to open our new state-of- art Cardiology Center and want to add 2 General and 1 Nuclear Cardiologist. Our local Hospital just opened a new Cardiovascular Center two years ago. Bellingham is located on Puget Sound between Seattle and Vancouver, BC and is rated by Outside, Money, Kiplinger and National Geographic as one of the most desirable US cities. Visit our website www.madronamedical.com or send CV or inquiry to crthompson@hinet.org January 2005

Position Available - Pasadena, California. Our World famous weather and natural attractions make Southern California an ideal place for those who love adventure and the outdoors. At Kaiser Permanente, we believe in promoting a healthier lifestyle for both our patients and our physicians. By providing a balanced schedule and managing your administrative needs, we ensure you can make the most of your time, whether you’re at work or at play. Current opportunities include:

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGISTS – Fontana, Los Angeles, Orange County & Riverside
INVASIVE & NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGISTS – Baldwin Park, Bellflower, Kern County, Los Angeles, Orange County & Riverside
ELECTROPHYSIOLOGIST – Los Angeles
TRANSPLANT CARDIOLOGISTS – Los Angeles

Our physicians practice in an environment where patient-focused care and cross- specialty collaboration are the standard. In addition to a comprehensive network of support, we offer a balanced work and call schedule, which means you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy Southern California’s world-famous climate and natural attractions. To practice and play in a climate that’s professionally and personally rewarding, please send your CV to: Kaiser Permanente, Professional Recruitment, 393 East Walnut St., Pasadena, CA 91188-8013. Fax: 626-405-2675. Phone: 800-541-7946. Email: Patty.A.Darling@kp.org. We are an AAP/EEO employer. http://physiciancareers.kp.org January 2005

Position Available - Southern California. Large multispecialty group seeking an interventional or non-interventional cardiologist to join cardiology section of 2 interventional and 1 non-invasive cardiologist. EP or nuclear training a plus. Our progressive practice model offers the best of both an appreciation of personal lifestyle, and a dynamic professional environment. Great starting salary and early partnership option. Mika McIntyre, Caremore Medical Group, Fax 562-662-2818; E mail Mika.Mcintyre@caremore.org January 2005