Queer people belong in cardiology—and we're not just here, we're advocating for change. From patient care to policy, visibility matters. I'm proud to use my voice for equity in medicine. The ACC's LGBTQ+ WG is a welcoming forum for LGBTQ+ peers and allies and is a safe space to address workforce and patient care issues. 

— Matthew Carazo, MD, FACC, Chair, LGBTQ+ WG

Why LGBTQ+

The LGBTQ+ Working Group (WG) was established to provide a safe space for the growing number of LGBTQ+ professionals and allies within the American College of Cardiology. This group works to enhance the College's understanding of diversity and inclusion of LGBTQ+ providers and to educate individuals and health systems about the unique needs of sexual and gender minorities. Through visibility, education, and awareness of cardiovascular disease in the LGBTQ+ community, we strive for a reduction in CV health care disparities for this marginalized population. The LGBTQ+ Working Group builds a community for our ACC members by facilitating professional development, research and educational opportunities, and mentorship of future generations of cardiologists.

To cultivate diversity in the field of cardiology, the ACC, in collaboration with the LGBTQ+ WG, also created an Internal Medicine Cardiology cohort dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ Internal Medicine residents interested in training in cardiology. Learn more here.

Connect on Social

We want to hear your story as part of our "You Belong in Cardiology" social media series, featured across ACC social platforms. Hear from ACC members and leaders as we continue to amplify LGBTQ+ voices in cardiology and inspire future generations of LGBTQ+ medical professionals.

Follow along using #ACCPride and #FaceOfCardiology, and find all our handles on the ACC Social Media page.

Learn More

Contact ACC Staff at memberengage@acc.org for more information.