August 19, 2021 | Fathima Aaysha Cader, MBBS, MD
When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit last year, we all gradually learned to embrace the new normal of virtual meetings, Zoom interviews and webinars. As we adapted to this phenomenal shift to everything virtual, social media and particularly Twitter, emerged as a versatile platform for networking, discussion and camaraderie between colleagues.
August 19, 2021 | Kamala P. Tamirisa, MD, FACC
You might plan a "perfect" journey of life, but the future will be sure to throw some curveballs.
July 22, 2021 | Holly Bauser-Heaton, MD, PhD, FACC
Consider this version of the classic girl meets boy story:
July 22, 2021 | Katherine Clark, MD ; Ritu Thamman, MD, FACC
An ever-important topic that women tend to underutilize, not only professionally, but personally, is the power of negotiation.
July 22, 2021 | Yogamaya Mantha, MD
I was 9 years old when I saw my grandmother in a hospital bed. She was admitted to undergo cardiac bypass surgery.
July 7, 2021
ACC's Sandra J. Lewis Mid-Career Women’s Leadership Institute is seeking applications from mid-career women who are 12-21 years post-cardiovascular fellowship to take part in its inaugural cohort for the two-year transformative leadership development program.
June 27, 2021
Join the Health Care Innovation Section and Women in Cardiology Section for a webinar on Tuesday, Aug. 17, at 4 p.m. ET.
June 24, 2021 | Katherine Clark, MD
"Take Her Health to Heart" is a public awareness campaign built from a coalition of representatives spanning all sectors of the health care industry with the goal to promote equitable enrollment of women in cardiovascular device clinical trials. This includes women in cardiology passionate about this mission and spanning all career stages, from fellows in training to early career and established faculty.
June 24, 2021 | corina iorgoveanu, MD
The gender gap in cardiology is eye-catching. Females make less than 15% of practicing cardiologists and a much smaller percentage of interventional cardiologists or electrophysiologists. The decision to pursue a career in cardiology can be daunting, especially for a female high school student.
June 24, 2021 | Beth L. Abramson, MD, FACC
I am a Canadian cardiologist who has stuck to her roots. I was born and raised in Toronto, did most of my medical training at the University of Toronto, completed cardiology training in Ottawa, and returned to Toronto for fellowship training in Women's Heart Health.
May 20, 2021 | Supriya S. Jain, MD, FACC
Kisses, hugs, cuddles, breakfast in bed and a beautiful brunch outdoors is how I remember celebrating Mother’s Day with my kids in the past but 2020 was a bit different.
May 20, 2021 | Anbukarasi Maran, MBBS, FACC
Mr. & Mrs. G come to the prep area...
May 20, 2021
Sexual harassment is a global issue affecting an individual's work performance by creating an intimidating and unsafe environment.
May 20, 2021
Sexual harassment is a global issue. It is widespread among age groups, races, genders, cultures, political beliefs, religions, and diverse workplaces.
May 10, 2021
The ACC and its Diversity & Inclusion Initiative is now accepting applications for the 2022 cohort of the Clinical Trial Research: Upping Your Game!
May 7, 2021 | Gina Price Lundberg, MD, FACC ; Kamala P. Tamirisa, MD, FACC ; Hena Patel, MD ; Marlene Blaise, MD, FACC ; Toniya Singh, MBBS, FACC
Mother’s Day engenders a wide variety of emotions, thoughts and feelings in women. New mothers have different feelings than mothers of adult children. Women who have decided not to have children, women who were adopted or women who have adopted children feel differently than women fighting the biologic time clock or going through infertility treatments.
April 26, 2021
"Despite major advances in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, and therapies for women in the past decades, cardiovascular disease remains their leading cause of morbidity and mortality."
April 18, 2021
Join Jennifer Mieres, MD, FACC, and LaPrincess Brewer, MD, MPH, FACC, for this month’s ACC Diversity and Inclusion webinar on Thursday, April 29, at 7 p.m. ET.
April 15, 2021 | Zainab A Dakhil, DR, MB ChB
When I was 15 years old, my father brought me a surgical set containing a scalpel, scissors and hemostats. I knew then that I wanted to be a surgeon and that dream came into focus during my foundation year, a time when daily blasts and bombings dominated my country.
April 15, 2021 | Ing Haan Lim, MBBS, FACC
Upon completing my internal medicine residency at Tan Tock Seng Hospital in Singapore, I was offered positions in dermatology, gastroenterology, oncology and cardiology. I chose cardiology because that is where I was most inspired by the work.
April 15, 2021 | Jennifer Co-Vu, MD, FACC
I decided on pediatric cardiology during my cardiology rotation when I was a first-year resident in pediatrics. I love puzzles and most congenital heart disease (CHD) cases, especially complex CHD, are puzzles waiting to be solved.
April 6, 2021
Join the ACC's CV Disease in Women Committee on Sunday, April 25 at noon ET for a can't-miss, cardiology fact-based competition featuring legends in the field of heart disease in women.
March 18, 2021
I have wanted to be a doctor since I was a kid. I fell in love with cardiology almost instantly after sitting through my first lecture in medical school on the pathophysiology of the heart. The mechanics of the heart fascinated me in every way. After this, I just could not picture myself pursuing any other career path. Cardiology had simply stolen my own heart.
March 18, 2021
I was drawn to the specialty in my first months on cardiology during my intern year. The diversity of patients and the ability to treat the disease processes to truly make a difference in their lives was inspiring. Cardiac physiology is logical and guides us in the pharmacology, imaging and interventions when things go wrong. Cardiology as a specialty allows for a diverse practice that can be adapted to your skill set as a physician. Areas of specialty in cardiology span imaging, intervention, electrophysiology, cardio-oncology, congenital, structural and rehabilitation.
March 16, 2021
The ACC is excited to celebrate all our revolutionary members and the contributions of women throughout history during Women’s History Month.
March 8, 2021 | Kamala P. Tamirisa, MD, FACC
From the Physicians in us. Donning the white coat comes with responsibility. While uplifting, it is heavy with moral liability. Adeptly we carry the routine of unpredictability. Roller coaster of gratitude, aggressions, and vulnerability. Judge us not when we care enough and express for reform. Just because we voice for empathy and equality, we are not "weak."
March 1, 2021
Female physicians have better patient outcomes compared with their male peers, while female patients are less likely to receive guideline-recommended care when treated by a male physician, according to a systematic review from ACC’s Cardiovascular Disease in Women Committee published Feb. 22 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
February 25, 2021
In October 2020, a year like none other, Portland's cardiovascular practitioners and trainees gathered for an ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Oregon Chapter committee virtual meeting. While some of us joined from home and others from work, we came with a shared purpose of building our community.
February 25, 2021
I choose cardiology because the intricate mechanics of the heart fascinated me starting in high school, and the intrigue continued through college, medical school and residency. Cardiology offers the gratification of caring for patients admitted to hospital with serious and sometimes life-threatening conditions and then discharged with a better quality of life and/or a longer life after receiving care.
February 25, 2021
When I started medical school, cardiology or electrophysiology were the furthest things from my career trajectory. I liked many of my rotations a medical student. Surgical pursuits piqued my interest since I enjoyed procedures, but I wanted to delve into the intellectual component of detailed discussions of various medical subspecialties.
February 1, 2021
The ACC is excited to celebrate Women Physicians Day on Feb. 3 as part of American Heart Month. ACC’s Women in Cardiology Section offers women cardiologists opportunities to strengthen their professional support system and skills through networking events, professional development and mentoring programs.
January 24, 2021
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.
January 21, 2021
I decided on a cardiology specialty during my cardiology rotation when I was a third-year medical student. Cardiology seemed very logical to me. I loved that the cardiovascular physiology is mathematical and logical (1+1 = 2). It is all about fluid mechanics and dynamics like we learned in physics. I also love the preventive aspect of cardiology – being able to change the course of one’s path of cardiovascular disease by making a few lifestyle changes.
January 21, 2021
ACC’s New York Women in Cardiology (WIC) Chapter threw quite “a party” for our second virtual happy hour of the year. It was titled, “Building up Yourself and the Women Around You: Sponsoring and Supporting Women.” Bottles of wine were delivered to our homes, courtesy of our Chapter – what a treat! We were also treated to eye-opening, inspiring words by Kat Niewiadomska, PhD, certified coach, trainer and facilitator with ACC’s Member Leadership Development Team.
January 21, 2021
Heart Smart for Women, a book authored by Jennifer H. Mieres, MD, FACC, and Stacey E. Rosen, MD FACC, is the perfect patient education resource, providing evidence-based and digestible information for women looking to improve their cardiovascular health. More importantly, it is a guide for physicians on how to counsel our patients.
December 21, 2020
ACC's Sandra J. Lewis Cardiovascular Women's Leadership Institute, launching in 2021, will support the unique needs of mid-career women as they continue to sustain and grow their leadership skills.
December 16, 2020
At an early age, I witnessed a family member with valvular heart failure (HF). I was drawn to the cardiac mechanics of valvular stenosis leading to HF and mesmerized by the simplicity that a mechanical heart valve could lead to such a profound clinical improvement.
December 16, 2020
In a country where people are still being caught and charged for female foeticide, to become a cardiologist is a long struggle. While the sperm with XX chromosome fights and wins against the ‘Y’ counterparts, many women in India are not allowed to win ever thereafter.
December 16, 2020
What pushed me toward cardiology was the instant gratification and how responsive the heart is. Patients will arrive having a heart attack and will be in so much pain, but as soon as the blockage has been opened, they experience a sigh of relief. As a cardiologist, you are there at the patient’s most intense time of need and can immediately make a significant difference in their well-being.
December 4, 2020
"Find your purpose" and "find your Joie de Vivre." These are the two mantras by which I live my life and navigate my career. From my start as a clinical cardiologist to my current role in health care leadership, these have been the guiding principles that have anchored both my personal and professional journeys.
November 23, 2020
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.
November 18, 2020
Social media has become an underlying force in the health care space. From Twitter to TikTok to Instagram, each platform has its own utility for medical professionals.
November 18, 2020
Over this past winter, the ACC New England Chapter eagerly planned the inaugural ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) conference in Boston for early April.
November 18, 2020
As a teenager, I was often asked, "What do you want to be?" My immediate answer was always, "A doctor."
November 18, 2020
One of the best pieces of advice I received early on in my medical training was to choose the field that you could most see yourself hanging out with the people who are already in that field outside of work.
November 18, 2020
I am an assistant professor of cardiology at a major academic institution. Married to a busy academic oncologist, I am a mother of two young children at ages of six and eight. Cardiology is where I belong.
November 6, 2020
The Voices in Cardiology section in a recent issue of JACC: Case Reports focused on women in cardiology.
October 30, 2020
Join the ACC WIC Section for a webinar, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. ET, discussing closing the gender gap in cardiology and reproducible programs for recruiting women into cardiology careers.
October 29, 2020
When I am working from home, I am also the cook, tech support, and teacher to my kids, all while I am trying to read echocardiograms or participate on Zoom meetings. Some have felt that our kids Zoom-bombing meetings has brought a more personalized view of ourselves to those we work with.
October 23, 2020
Friday the 13th – it is a traditionally feared date due to its connotations of foreboding and bad luck. Our schools shut down on Friday the 13th of March 2020. I will always remember that date, as it sent a wave of panic through our household. We have 10-year-old twins and had to start homeschooling immediately with about 12 hours' notice.
October 23, 2020
Many women from across the Midwest came together on Sept. 12, 2020, for the third annual ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Midwest Symposium. As first year fellows, we were honored to be a part of this large online gathering of female cardiologists. Originally set to be in Omaha, NE, the revamped, COVID-friendly, virtual conference was a dynamic invigorating knowledge-packed day!
October 22, 2020
Nanette K. Wenger, MD, MACC, was named in The Hill's top 100 women who have helped shape America in their special tribute, Century of the Woman.
October 16, 2020
A recent article published in the American Journal of Medicine, asks the question, "Why are women underrepresented in cardiology?" The article suggests that we need "to initiate more aggressive recruitment programs aimed toward women." In a response to the article, Gina Lundberg, MD, FACC, et al., write that the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Leadership Council shares these concerns and address several issues facing women and initiatives that have been implemented.
October 15, 2020
Both of my parents had medical issues, so from a young age I knew I wanted to work in a science or medical field. After college, I spent time teaching science to high schoolers and working in the office of renowned cardiologist Tift Mann, MD, an interventionalist on the cutting edge of the radial approach and unprotected left main stenting.
October 15, 2020
Set Your Goals. Know what you want. Consolidate the means to reach those goals sooner. I wanted to do either cardiology or cardiothoracic surgery in medical school, which helped me make a realistic timeline, plan research and find the right resources.
October 8, 2020
Join the ACC WIC Section for a webinar, Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. ET, discussing professionalism, biases and burnout.
September 15, 2020
The decision to pursue cardiology was an easy one. The heart has fascinated me for as long as I can remember – the vital organ located in the center of the intricate human body, with branches reaching out and connecting everything within. Learning in depth about this complex organ during medical school fueled my interest further.
September 15, 2020
My two favorite rotations in fellowship were echocardiography and heart failure. During heart failure rotation, I was more interested in chronic disease management than I was in acute care. When I did my adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) rotation, I found it to be the perfect blend of imaging, hemodynamics and ambulatory care. I was also drawn to the opportunity to work with a population underserved by our usual care models. The field was growing and changing, and I found that appealing.
September 15, 2020
As thousands of new residents and fellows start their awaited hospital training all over the country, I cannot help but feel cheated out of a familiar and endearing experience – the excitement and celebration of their arrival. The beginning of their graduate medical education training has been significantly tempered by our current universal reality. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everything.
September 15, 2020
How do women in cardiology "meet and greet" during a pandemic? Virtually, of course.
September 9, 2020
Diversity is important to cardiovascular disease (CVD) programs directors (PDs) and PDs are striving to increase diversity in their programs through recruitment and strategies directed toward the fellowship learning environment, according to results of the second annual Cardiovascular PDs Survey published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
September 9, 2020
Cardiology Magazine recently interviewed C. Noel Bairey Merz, MD, FACC, a leading expert in women's heart health, about how women are undertreated compared with men in many areas of cardiovascular care and how this disparity can be addressed by the cardiovascular community.
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.
August 19, 2020
There is a strange mix of freedom and anxiety I feel when walking into a room full of people that I know are more experienced, qualified and competent than myself.
August 19, 2020
Why did you choose cardiology? Ever since I was a child, I have loved the heart. I have always thought cardiologists are exceptionally versatile physicians who are still being specialists in the best sense. Happily for me, I feel that I fit in well with this guild and that I have found "my people" in the world of medicine.
August 19, 2020
Cardiology is the study of the heart, a central and major organ in the body. I have been attracted to cardiology since I first learnt about it in high school because the heart provides essential blood flow to all the other organs in the body.
August 18, 2020
Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and Women as One, the Eleven Women Cardiology Leaders – How to Overcome Adversity and Thrive webinar highlighted a panel of female cardiologists who hold leadership roles in the field of cardiology.
August 18, 2020
Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and Women as One, the Eleven Women Cardiology Leaders – How to Overcome Adversity and Thrive webinar highlighted a panel of female cardiologists who hold leadership roles in the field of cardiology.
July 14, 2020
A recent webinar presented by the ACC and American Heart Association (AHA) Women in Cardiology (WIC) Sections, Financial Fallout From COVID-19, discussed the economic impact of COVID-19 on women.
July 14, 2020
A helpful career Tip From the ACC WIC Section!
July 14, 2020
Cardiology captured me on my first elective as a medical student. I loved the physiology of it – pressure, volume and electromechanical coupling just made sense.
July 14, 2020
"To wrest from nature the secrets which have perplexed philosophers in all ages, to track to their sources the cause of disease these are our ambition." – Sir William Osler
July 8, 2020
ACC's Distinguished Awards were established to recognize and distinguish individuals contributing to the cardiovascular field at unparalleled levels. These individuals demonstrate leadership, advance scientific knowledge and teach the future generation with passion.
June 26, 2020
As the surge passes here in Boston, I have started to reflect more on what my experience has been with my patients over the past several months. Once it became clear that I was unlikely to be redeployed (despite preparing myself by buying the newest edition of Pocket Medicine and realizing how long ago medicine residency was), I settled into building my telehealth practice.
June 22, 2020
In one swift tour around the intensive care unit, you will see nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians' assistants, respiratory therapists and doctors – the collective majority of us women. We are at the bedside doing our best to care for our patients. We are doing what we have always done – except now, nearly all our ICU patients have coronavirus.
June 18, 2020
I entered my third year of medical school saying "anything but pediatrics" when people asked what I was considering for residency. I had no experience in caring for children and felt that I had no natural ability in that regard.
June 18, 2020
Four helpful career Tips From the ACC WIC Section!
June 12, 2020
Join the ACC WIC Section and Women as One for a webinar, June 25 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. ET, highlighting a panel of female cardiologists who hold a leadership role in a professional organization.
June 9, 2020
Covid-19 has brought the world to a grinding halt. It has left a trail of tears and uncertainty. On a personal level, our family lost someone we loved dearly.
June 5, 2020
Now more than ever, the injustices, inequities and incomprehensible experiences of our black sisters and brothers in the United States of America and around the world have risen to the surface. The events of these past few days have been echoed for centuries.
May 19, 2020
Join Women in Cardiology members of the ACC and the American Heart Association (AHA) for a webinar on Thursday, May 28 at 8 p.m. ET about the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on female cardiologists.
May 14, 2020
As we are grappling through this public health apocalypse and going through extraordinary times with the ongoing coronavirus disease pandemic, there has been ongoing research focusing on specific treatment, developing a vaccine and implementing mitigation efforts.
May 14, 2020
I grew up in my native France and worked toward my dream of becoming a cardiologist. I completed my internal medicine training and was settling into a manageable, orderly schedule as a first-year cardiology fellow while enjoying my responsibility as a mother of three. Life was busy but organized.
May 13, 2020
With so many recent articles on physician burn out in both men and women, I asked myself how I have managed to have a fulfilling 30-year career without burnout. I would recommend two items that I have stuck to over the years.
May 13, 2020
The need to help others in a country with scarce resources, my love for science and the image of my older brother Carlos as a medical student were my initial inspirations to be a doctor. At the age of 9, I lost my father to vascular complications. I never really knew the cause of his death; he was a heavy smoker and died shortly after an aorto-femoral arterial bypass.
May 13, 2020
My desire to be a cardiologist started sometime in medical school, then blossomed in residency. I did not have one defining moment in my life – no strong family history of coronary artery disease or premature deaths that led me to it early on. Instead, it was a constant, reinforcing interest that was routinely piqued every time I encountered a cardiology patient, procedure or EKG. The road was not always easy, and for many women, it is not always clear-cut. While I felt very comfortable in the world of internal medicine, cardiology felt much less welcoming.
May 8, 2020
I am currently a pediatric cardiologist at Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, and my husband is an adult heart failure specialist at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY.
April 29, 2020
ACC's Diversity and Inclusion Task Force is presenting a newly expanded Clinical Trials Research: Upping Your Game program for 2020-2021!
April 29, 2020
I was on CCU service the last two weeks of March, with week one of service going as usual as possible, albeit with changes I had requested secondary to the viral pandemic – maintaining social distancing, limiting team members on rounds and limiting those seeing patients to conserve personal protective equipment.
April 29, 2020
When the first case of COVID-19 was diagnosed at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, none of us expected to be caught in the epicenter of this deadly disease. Now, more than a month since that fateful case, we have become accustomed to a new routine, a new normal.
April 29, 2020
One of the silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic is the acceptance of telemedicine as the means to sustain patient care in the era of social distancing.
April 14, 2020
In October 2019, at the beautiful Multnomah Athletic Club looking out over the Portland Timbers soccer arena, Portland's cardiovascular practitioners and trainees gathered for an ACC Oregon Chapter Heart Club Dinner titled, "Women and Heart Diseases and Women in Cardiology."
April 14, 2020
We have all read and heard about burnout and resilience in medicine these days. However, we do not discuss what leads to burnout within ourselves. We pride ourselves in our abilities, strengths and achievements – but we do not often communicate with our colleagues about failure and our response to it. When I read Mindset, by Carol S. Dweck, PhD, I certainly recognized aspects of myself. It is a book that I could and probably should read over and over again.
April 14, 2020
Like the vibrant purple flower of the Foxglove, the field of heart failure has blossomed over the past few decades, with exciting developments not only in the pharmaceutical realm but also in the arena of mechanical support devices – making in some cases the impossible, possible!
April 9, 2020
In the beginning of this year – and beginning of a new decade – I had the opportunity to sit beside and learn from an icon, Nanette K. Wenger, MD, MACC, in a seemingly unlikely setting. We were in Mumbai, India, for the annual Academy of Cardiology meeting devoted to heart diseases in women.
April 9, 2020
Cardiologists, fellows in training, residents and medical students gathered for the 10th anniversary of the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Michigan Chapter annual business meeting, which took place Jan. 29 at the Hyde Park Steakhouse in Northville, MI. The gloomy weather was quickly forgotten as the enthusiasm and energy of this group of women filled the room.
April 2, 2020
Check out the latest WIC poetry submission, And People Went to Work, by Gina P. Lundberg, MD, FACC! Please share on Twitter: #ACCWIC
April 2, 2020
As a third-year medical student at one of the busiest hospitals in the country and the world, I learned some of the most important lessons of my life. Tragedy and despair can make you a better doctor. Medical students consider the third year of medical school as the best year, the clinical year.
March 19, 2020
Brian Tracy's book Eat That Frog serves as a guide to those struggling with the seemingly never-ending to-do list.
March 19, 2020
"When there are nine." This unapologetic mandate for increased gender diversity was Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg's reply when asked when there would be a satisfactory number of women on the Court. The spirit of her words rings true in my field of interventional cardiology, as well, in which a paltry 3.5 percent of current practitioners are women.
March 19, 2020
Caring for patients within a multidisciplinary team and navigating the current challenges in health care requires a skill set not traditionally taught in medical education: negotiation and conflict resolution. Furthermore, studies show that women are less likely than men to negotiate and more likely to avoid conflict.
March 2, 2020
Don't miss your chance to network with peers at the WIC Section meeting, taking place March 28 at 10:30 a.m. CT in the WIC Lounge, at ACC.20 Together With World Congress of Cardiology. Section leaders will recount 2019's achievements and activities, as well as answer any questions you may have.
March 2, 2020
Women in medicine have come a long way since Elizabeth Blackwell became the first female medical doctor in the U.S. Early women physicians like Blackwell broke down traditions and barriers and set the stage for the next generations to grow and thrive within the field.
February 27, 2020
Check out the latest WIC poetry submission, A Poem: Metaphors For a Woman, by Kamala P. Tamirisa, MD, FACC! Please share on Twitter: #ACCWIC
February 20, 2020
Reyhaneh M. Akhavein, MD, shares a trio of cardiology career tips.
February 20, 2020
Someone once told me to be open to all possibilities, as you never know what opportunities may come your way. As I looked back, I found myself really taking this to heart (no pun intended). By the time I started residency, I felt strongly about pursuing a career in cardiology. Interestingly, I did not have the initial intention of subspecializing in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) because it was not an official cardiac subspecialty, rather a unique niche where only a few centers in the U.S. were offering non-accredited fellowship training.
February 20, 2020
One Friday evening, I got a text from my friend asking if I was free for happy hour. I had to decline since I was on call. In addition to happy hours, most fellows will find that they often have to miss other events in training, like baby showers, family events, birthday parties or holidays. People often then question: what motivates me to take on such a challenging and demanding profession like cardiology? To answer this question, I want to share my personal stories on how cardiology excites me every day.
January 31, 2020
Cardiovascular disease is estimated to be present in 1-3 percent of pregnancies, and the incidence is increasing. As a cardiologist who has a special interest in pregnant women with cardiovascular disease, and as a mother of twins, Colleen Harrington, MD, FACC, is challenged academically and emotionally in treating these patients.
January 23, 2020
Check out seven tips that will help you set up a successful and cost effective regional ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) meeting.
January 23, 2020
The ACC Connecticut Women in Cardiology (WIC) Chapter held its first meeting of the academic year in August 2019 and brought together female cardiovascular attending physicians and Fellows in Training from around the state.
January 23, 2020
The 2019 ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Leadership Workshop was held before the ACC Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. The event served as an educational forum that brought together female cardiologists from around the country – including a large number of Fellows in Training (FITs) – to promote continued professional growth and career advancement.
January 8, 2020
A recent Cardiology article discusses how Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, and Marie Claude Morice, MD, FACC, made a promise to improve the working conditions for women in cardiology worldwide.
January 6, 2020
I recently read the obituary of one of my esteemed colleagues. It listed all his certifications, achievements, awards and invaluable contributions to our field – symbols of his pioneering vision. I thought to myself. I hope he had time to take a step back, look at all his achievements and life journey with a smile. I hope he took a walk in the rain. On a day so bleak and dreary, the rain-tipped leaves formed diamond crystals that sparkled.
January 6, 2020
On Dec. 4, the ACC Iowa Women in Cardiology (WIC) Chapter held an event, Introduction to Women in Cardiology, for Quad-City area female high school students with interests in science and medicine. Reception of the event was fantastic, with almost triple the anticipated attendance.
December 18, 2019
In this feature interview, cardiologists Toniya Singh, MBBS, FACC, a Partner at St. Louis Heart and Vascular, and Sangeeta B. Shah, MD, FACC, a cardiologist at Ochsner Health System, discuss how they discovered career coaching through different avenues, but have both experienced valuable benefits as a result.
December 18, 2019
What can I say? I love the heart. I love the physiology of the physical heart and all of its components – the plumbing, electrical wiring and carpentry of the heart. All of it. The fact that cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the world makes this organ system even more fascinating to me. In addition to conditions of the physical heart, I also find value in considering the figurative heart, recognizing the interplay among various parts of the whole person. As you can see, I chose to become a cardiologist for several reasons. Once deciding to become a cardiologist, here is how I determined what sort of cardiologist I wanted to be.
December 18, 2019
The ACC Florida Women in Cardiology (WIC) Chapter recently held their annual meeting at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort. The program included mission areas of advocacy, education and quality, and had more than 200 attendees from across the state with a strong representation of women in cardiology.
December 13, 2019
"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.
November 26, 2019
Check out the inaugural WIC poetry submission, The Healer Speaks, by Sherry-Ann Brown, MD, PhD! Please share on Twitter: #ACCWIC
November 19, 2019
Garima Sharma, MD, FACC; Tina Shah, MBBS, FACC; and Gina Lundberg, MD, FACC share myths and truths of career transitions in this informative feature.
November 13, 2019
I had the opportunity to participate in the ACC Maryland Women in Cardiology (WIC) Council Kickoff Event, led by Garima Sharma, MBBS, FACC. It was a beautiful summer evening in late June, and the waterfront outside our venue sparkled alongside our conversation.
November 13, 2019
Why did you choose cardiology? I found the mechanical nature of cardiac function fascinating – this complex pump that formed the most critical organ in the body. Once I started learning about pathophysiology and diseases affecting the function of the heart, it became even more interesting.
November 13, 2019
In medical school, I struggled with finding a career path I felt passionate about. I had enjoyed most of my clinical rotations but I did not have the "aha moment." While rotating through cardiology consults, I met Annabelle S. Volgman, MD, FACC, the person I credit for demonstrating that I, too, could one day become a cardiologist and #ChooseCardiology.
November 8, 2019
Find out about the WIC Leadership Workshop held on Sunday, November 3 in Washington, DC.
October 28, 2019
There are a lot of big ways to get involved with the College – being on a Section Leadership Council, participating on a taskforce or committee, or serving as faculty for a live course, to name a few. However, we know that not everyone has the time for some of these larger-scale commitments. That's why the ACC is excited to announce the launch of our Microvolunteering Platform.
October 28, 2019
Toniya Singh, MBBS, FACC, and Tina Shah, MD, FACC, are two busy cardiologists. They are also women who have a family and make time to be active volunteer members of the ACC. In a recent Cardiology article, Singh and Shah talk about making it all work, progress made for women and unfinished business, and advice for their younger self.
October 22, 2019
Applications are now being accepted for the ACC Leadership Academy Cohort IV, which will launch at ACC.20/World Congress of Cardiology in Chicago, IL.
October 18, 2019
Submissions for a JACC: Case Reports special issue on cardiovascular disease in women are due on or before Oct. 31. Clinical cases, clinical case series and Voices in Cardiology will be accepted, as well as commentaries and perspectives if sufficiently rigorous and impactful.
October 17, 2019
Last June, the ACC Massachusetts Women in Cardiology (WIC) chapter hosted a gathering for members living in the greater Boston area. The event was held at a local playground on a gorgeous day, and a few organizers brought coffee and snacks for everyone. Spouses and children were also invited to this event.
October 17, 2019
I recently had the pleasure of attending the ACC Southeastern Women in Cardiology conference in Point Clear, AL. I have been to a variety of different conferences in my training so far, but none have been quite as unique and special as this one. This meeting was a wonderful opportunity to get to meet and bond with a variety of women from different backgrounds and at varying points in their medical careers. It served as a safe and open forum to discuss many of the issues surrounding female physicians in cardiology today.
October 17, 2019
Why did you choose cardiology? I was originally drawn to the field of cardiology due to experience with family members dealing with heart disease. However, I became really intrigued with the idea of becoming a cardiologist when I went through cardiovascular physiology in medical school. Learning about hemodynamics and the vascular system in the body was fascinating, and the fact that one could directly auscultate the heart and make diagnoses based on this direct "interaction" was eye-opening.
October 4, 2019
Join world-renowned cardiologist and course director Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, at ACC's New York Cardiovascular Symposium, taking place Dec. 6 – 8.
October 4, 2019
Urgent action may be needed in implementing creative, multipronged approaches to address the real and perceived barriers to women's full participation in cardiology, according to a paper published Sept. 30 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
October 4, 2019
In a recent article published in Cardiology, three women on ACC's Board of Governors (BOG) discussed the secrets to their success.
October 1, 2019
The WIC Leadership Workshop will be held on Sunday, November 3 in Washington, DC at the Hyatt Regency - Capitol Hill. The workshop will be 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is free for all ACC members to attend.
September 19, 2019
We are proud to announce that on April 25th, the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Delaware Chapter held its first event. After nearly a year of hard work and planning, Carly Fabrizio, DO, my co-fellow at the Christiana Care Health System in Newark, DE, and I founded the Chapter together. We were thrilled to see our efforts come to fruition.
September 19, 2019
From Ni"Shock"i to "Meta"-Analysis – it sounds like my name determined my career path. I chose academic electrophysiology because my name embedded electricity and research – just kidding! I chose academic cardiology because I envisioned a three-pronged career approach: providing high quality clinical care, being a part of a stimulating work environment where I continuously engage in teaching and learning, and having the ability to collaborate on research across specialties and disciplines.
September 19, 2019
The following feature interview with Jacqueline L. Green, MD, FACC, is part of the ACC WIC Section's #ChooseCardiology series, where women in residency, fellowship and early career are encouraged to share why they would choose cardiology again. Dr. Green is a cardiologist at Piedmont Heart Institute in Fayetteville, GA.
August 29, 2019
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.
August 15, 2019 | Amy Erica Lin, MD
ACC Massachusetts Chapter Governor Malissa J. Wood, MD, FACC, has a captivating personality and charisma, which is apparent when you first meet her.
August 15, 2019 | Tanuka Datta, MD
"Just because you love something, doesn't mean you have to do it for free," said Carolyn Carr-Ragland, a senior management consultant and executive coach by profession.
August 15, 2019 | Claire Sullivan, MD
Cardiology is a passion of mine. My father suffered a cardiac arrest at home when I was 14 years old. Living through his illness and recovery forever changed me and provided a glimpse into the world of medicine.
August 1, 2019
To address the largely underexplored topic of cardiovascular disease in women, JACC: Case Reports will publish its first special issue on this topic in January 2020.
July 23, 2019
Cardiology is the ACC's flagship member magazine — your member magazine — providing cardiovascular professionals with a comprehensive source for clinical and professional news. Find links to all of the July issue's articles and share on social media!
July 22, 2019
Are you attending the ESC Congress 2019 in Paris? Don't miss the ACC WIC Section networking event on Sunday, Sept. 1, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Hotel Lutetia – Hotel Lobby Bar. Catch up with colleagues, make new connections and discuss opportunities for the Section.
July 18, 2019
Kathryn L. Berlacher, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the new ACC Pennsylvania Chapter governor. In the following interview, Berlacher shares her goals for the coming term, the importance of mentorship and advice for Fellows in Training (FITs) looking to get more involved with the College.
July 18, 2019
Women within the field of cardiology face unique challenges during both their training and advancement as faculty. As a group of female cardiologists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), we gathered together to first acknowledge and define these issues and then created a leadership development program to support career growth.
July 18, 2019
While women in cardiology have come a long way, there are still hurdles to jump in Hungary. Medicine and the field of cardiology used to be a typically male-dominated profession. The increasing number of women enrolled in medical school led to major shifts in the gender composition.
July 12, 2019
Registration is now open for ACC's 2019 Legislative Conference, taking place Nov. 3 – 5 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
June 20, 2019
"Female solidarity and the active mental decision to empower oneself are the most important ways forward," write Karen Sliwa, MD, PhD, FACC, et al., in a global health case report highlighting efforts to build a network among female cardiovascular researchers and scientists in Africa.
June 20, 2019 | Stacey J Howell, MD
We are living in a pivotal time for women in our country – a national conversation is taking place about equality for women in the workplace.
June 20, 2019
Career Tips From the ACC WIC Section
June 20, 2019 | Shae Anderson, MD
My fascination with cardiac physiology, the potential to make a profound clinical impact, and the diversity of career and lifestyle options led me to choose cardiology as a career, specifically pediatric cardiology.
June 13, 2019
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.
June 13, 2019
On Monday, June 24, JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions will host a Twitter Chat on sex and gender gaps in interventional cardiology.
June 10, 2019 | Nosheen Reza, MD , FACC
You cannot get to "yes" with others until getting to "yes" with yourself first. This statement is the central argument of William Ury's Getting to Yes With Yourself: And Other Worthy Opponents, his 2015 sequel-intended-as-a-prequel to his 1981 international bestseller on negotiation, Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In.
May 16, 2019 | Litsa Konstance Lambrakos, MD, FACC
Earlier this year, the ACC Florida Women in Cardiology (WIC) Chapter held its second annual meeting in Orlando, FL. The weekend-long session, designed to focus on WIC and Fellows in Training (FITs), attracted more than 40 attendees from across the state in various stages of their careers.
May 16, 2019 | Mary Norine Walsh, MD, MACC ; Hena Patel, MD
ACC past president, Mary Norine Walsh, MD, MACC, is a leader, educator and author in cardiovascular medicine.
May 16, 2019 | Lidija Breznikar McGrath
The human heart is an incredible organ that has intrigued me since the time I first learned about it in biology class. As I went through medical school, there were three separate moments that further sparked my interested in cardiology.
May 9, 2019
Join your female cardiologist colleagues (MD, DO, MBBS) for the 3rd Annual Indiana Chapter-ACC Networking Dinner at Seasons 52 – Indianapolis Keystone, 8650 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at 6:00 p.m..
April 18, 2019 | Caroline Ball, MD
For the busy female cardiologist (or Fellow in Training), Tiffany Dufu's book Drop the Ball is a paradigm-shifting guide to achieving success at both work and home. Her message is clear throughout the book: the way to get ahead is to let go.
April 18, 2019 | Roopali Khanna, MD
Although cardiology is already a high-pressure work environment, women face extra challenges.
April 18, 2019 | Thuy Nguyen, MD
During my training, I was drawn to the vast diversity of acuity encountered in medicine. Cardiology is a field that magnifies a range of experiences.
March 13, 2019 | Danielle Smith, MD
The job search in cardiovascular medicine is daunting but also exciting. Applying to attending positions gave me the motivation to get through the final push of my senior year.
March 13, 2019 | Mirvat A. Alasnag, MBBS, FACC
In the Middle East, there are just as many women as men in medical school, and their average GPA is higher than that of their male peers.
March 12, 2019
Transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health can't be accomplished by one person; it takes a diversity of experience, knowledge and perspectives.
February 19, 2019
Join us April 5 -7, 2019 at The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa in Fairhope, Alabama for a weekend designed for networking with peers, engaging conversations, and even some leisure time!
February 14, 2019
Don't miss out on the exciting events for WIC Section members at ACC.19, taking place March 16 – 18 in New Orleans, LA.
January 24, 2019
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.
January 24, 2019
During the ACC Middle East Conference in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, this past October, members of the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section held their first-ever international WIC Section meeting in the region.
January 21, 2019
Catch up with colleagues at ACC.19 and make new connections over light fare at the Women in Cardiology Section Meeting, taking place Saturday, March 16, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CT.
January 17, 2019
Apply for a chance to take part in the inaugural program Clinical Trials Research: Upping Your Game. This exclusive, two-day session will cover all aspects of clinical research and the career opportunities available in the field.
January 17, 2019
Directly addressing the unique barriers cited by women in interventional cardiology may provide the most impact in reducing gender imbalances in the field, according to a study published Jan. 16 in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions.
January 17, 2019
Last year, the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Leadership Workshop took place preceding ACC’s 2018 Legislative Conference at Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. The ACC WIC Section is an exceptional forum that brings female cardiologists together and advocates for their career advancement and professional growth. An astounding number of female cardiologists and Fellows in Training from across the country attended the workshop, making it a huge success!
January 17, 2019
During the annual ACC Georgia Chapter meeting, which recently took place in Greensboro, GA, members from the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section gathered for a special event of their own.
January 17, 2019
A benign heart murmur that was detected when I was 6 years old, along with the frantic investigations carried out at a time when murmurs were not considered benign, piqued my interest in cardiology. My life had been quite uneventful until then, and I found the frequent trips to appointments and diagnostic tests quite fascinating.
December 20, 2018
Over the past year, workplace inequity across many American industries has become a topic of national conversation. Gender disparity in medicine is becoming increasingly exposed, and cardiology has not been exempt from this spotlight.
December 20, 2018
The first Regional Midwest ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section conference was held this past September in St. Louis, MO, and was supported by the ACC Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri and Oklahoma Chapters.
December 20, 2018
I was drawn to the field of cardiology since early childhood. During summer vacation in the rural Republic of Georgia when I was 14 years old, I witnessed my grandfather having a heart attack.
December 18, 2018
Take advantage of free, online certified educational activities to fulfill your 2018 CME requirements and earn MOC credit at the same time!
December 4, 2018
In the latest issues of Cardiology, deep-dive into the emerging risk factors of gestational hypertension and preeclampsia.
November 29, 2018 | Estefania Oliveros Soles, MD, FACC
According to the World Health Organization, the prevalence of sexual violence affects one third of all women worldwide. "Me Too" is an international movement against sexual harassment and assault, which lately has become a hot topic in social media, television, Hollywood and even at the latest ACC Annual Scientific Sessions (ACC.18) in Orlando, FL.
November 29, 2018 | Rachel Bond, MD, FACC
As we gear up for ACC's 68th Annual Scientific Session and Expo (ACC.19), it is important to reflect on the significance of ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section meetings and networking opportunities.
November 29, 2018 | Gail Jones, MD, MPH
From the moment I entered medical school, I thought I was going to be an anesthesiologist. My father is a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist and has been practicing for more than 40 years. He has had a long, successful career and loves his job, so I wanted to be like him.
November 19, 2018
Identifying barriers and providing potential solutions to empower more women to join interventional cardiology may be crucial in addressing the significant gender disparity within the specialty, according to an article published Nov. 19 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
November 16, 2018
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.
October 18, 2018 | Stacy Westerman
Life is a series of choices. Each choice brings you to a fork in the road, and that subsequent choice leads you to the next one. Along the way, there will be nudges from family, friends, mentors and all the other subconscious inputs that go into decision-making. These choices seem to describe my path to a career in electrophysiology – because I certainly did not start out with that intention.
October 18, 2018 | Bharati Shivalkar, MD
Belgium is a federal state with three regions (Flemish, Brussels and Walloon) and three official languages (Dutch, French and German). There are 11.4 million inhabitants (49 percent men), with 6.5 million living in Flanders, 1.3 million in Brussels and 3.6 million in Walloon. According to a special report published in Belgium in 2015, of the 51,420 physicians practicing in various specialties, 1,269 are cardiologists (2.47 percent), including 247 practicing female cardiologists (19.4 percent), 56 percent of whom are younger than 45.
September 21, 2018
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!
September 20, 2018 | Amy Sarma, MD ; Emily Shou Wai Lau, MD, FACC
As part of the collective call heard across the country to reinvigorate the woman’s movement, 2018 has been dubbed the "Year of the Woman" by many. In medicine, the need for continued advocacy is no more evident than in cardiology, where women make up less than 12 percent of the workforce and less than 5 percent of invasive subspecialists.
September 20, 2018 | Sarah Alexander, MD, FACC
We all "know the numbers," so to speak, but do we know our numbers? While cardiologists are familiar with the saying, "health is wealth," and have dedicated their lives to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, are they open to thinking about wealth and financial planning?
September 20, 2018
In the following interview, Amisha Patel, MD, interventional cardiologist at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, NY, discusses how she chose her path in cardiology, specifically coronary interventions and structural heart disease. She also talks about the major role mentors have played in her career and provides advice for women interested in the field.
September 17, 2018
JACC: Heart Failure will publish a special issue in March 2019 on the growing body of literature surrounding heart failure in women.
September 12, 2018
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!
September 7, 2018
While heart failure is an uncommon complication of breast cancer treatment, the risk may be higher in patients treated with certain types of chemotherapy and lower in younger patients, according to a study published Aug. 6 in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging.
August 23, 2018 | Natalie Ann Bello, MD, FACC
Do not wait until you are up for a promotion to update your CV. At the end of each month, review your calendar, PubMed citations, and current or pending grants. READ MORE...
August 23, 2018 | Tina Varghese, MD
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.
August 16, 2018
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!
July 19, 2018
The number of women in cardiology has failed to keep up with the number of women in medicine. As medicine residencies approach more than 50 percent of women in training, female fellows in cardiology remain 20 percent at best. A 2009 physician workforce survey published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology showed most cardiologist — even female cardiologists — have high job satisfaction and would choose cardiology as a subspecialty again.
July 19, 2018
The annual ACC Arizona Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section event took place at the Omni Scottsdale at Montelucia Resort and turned out to be one of the biggest WIC Section chapter event in the country.
July 19, 2018
Be digital. Grow familiar with and utilize the resources that the ACC provides in terms of apps, online web resources and more to educate yourself and your patients.
June 21, 2018
We all “know the numbers,” so to speak; but do we know our numbers? I am not talking about our cardiovascular disease risk factors. While cardiologists are familiar with the saying, “health is wealth,” and have dedicated their lives to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, are they open to thinking about wealth and financial planning?
June 21, 2018
Social media, just like the internet and electronic medical records, is here to stay. For better or for worse, social media has become an integral part of medical conferences, specialty societies and scientific journals. All age groups use social media on a daily basis, with some people even logging in multiple times a day. The rapid growth of social media sites has attracted physicians to LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and ResearchGate, to name a few.
June 21, 2018
Last year, 30 women attended the Missouri Women in Cardiology (WIC) State Chapter “Rise and Shine” session in conjunction with the Missouri State ACC meeting. Lisa Alderson, MD, FACC, WIC Missouri Chapter council member and assistant professor from Saint Louis University, and I had a chance to meet many female physicians and allied health professionals as we emphasized the importance of becoming a member of the ACC WIC Section. Attendees discussed the advantages of joining the WIC Section. Allied health professionals who attended found the session useful, even if they were not WIC members.
June 1, 2018
In a perspective study published May 22 in Circulation, Michelle A. Albert, MD, MPH, explains that under-represented minorities and women are missing from academic medicine.
May 17, 2018
Be engaged. In private practice, it is easy to get lost in one's own practice and day-to-day routine.
May 17, 2018
Although cardiology is often looked at as a male-dominated field, women compose about 40 percent of Brazilian cardiologists – and this number is consistent with my experience in both the public teaching hospital and the private hospital where I work as cardiologist and echocardiographer.
May 17, 2018
The Woman in Cardiology (WIC) Section gathering at the annual ACC Georgia Chapter meeting brought together many women and an impressive number of men within the field of cardiology. Immediate past ACC President Mary Norine Walsh, MD, MACC, was the lead speaker at the meeting.
April 19, 2018
As a successful and respected female cardiologist in a man’s world, I wanted to share some life experiences with younger women and trainees. There are hidden barriers to achievement; however, recognizing and addressing them head-on will allow you to overcome obstacles, achieve success and be recognized for who you are.
April 19, 2018
In the Part 1 Recap of the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Workshop, held last fall in Washington, DC, we confronted implicit or subconscious bias in ourselves, others, our fields of practice and society at large.
April 19, 2018
In short, be competent and not condescending, and be gracious and not grouchy, when you get a consult. Say thank you and get the job done.
March 29, 2018
Never complain if you get a consult. Never question the need for calling consult.
March 29, 2018
The ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Workshop, held last fall in Washington, DC, featured Sharonne Hayes, MD, FACC, as one of the main speakers. She led a workshop on "Advancing Women in Cardiology: Addressing Biases and Barriers Head On," and it involved kindly confronting implicit or unconscious bias in ourselves, others, our fields of practice and society at large.
March 29, 2018
As a junior fellow, the catheterization lab was always my “happy place,” where everything felt right and I could let my hands do the work. Unfortunately, this same place became a source of anxiety during my interventional fellowship year. A few weeks after the academic year began, I notified my program that I was expecting.
March 22, 2018
Social media for health care providers has changed the way we educate and learn and interact with each other. The dynamic nature of social media and its instant availability through our mobile devices is rapidly transforming the way we engage in society. Not surprisingly, the number of social media users is increasing, implying that our patients and their loved ones are on social media.
February 22, 2018
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January 25, 2018
Start serving on the committees and getting to know people at your institution.
January 25, 2018
Nanette K. Wenger, MD, MACC, is a professor of medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. She has built an illustrious career as an academic non-interventional cardiologist, leading the paradigm shifts on cardiac rehabilitation and coronary atherosclerotic heart disease in women. In recognition of her leadership and accomplishments in the field of cardiovascular disease in women, she received the ACC Inaugural Bernadine Healy Leadership in Women’s Cardiovascular Disease Award in 2015. In a recent interview with Olivia Hung, MD, PhD, a Fellow in Training (FIT) at Emory University, Wenger offers career advice for female FITs.
December 21, 2017
Identify and maintain a list of colleagues outside your institution and past trainees who would be willing to write an unconflicted letter of support for you when you start your position.
December 21, 2017
What happens when you decide to use your skills as a physician in an entirely different way, such as a nonclinical path?
December 21, 2017
During my cardiology residency, one of my professors jokingly said that there are three kinds of subspecies in humans – men, women and female cardiologists. It took me years to really understand what he meant.
November 28, 2017
In the latest ACC Cardiology Hour, Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, is joined by Deepak L. Bhatt, MD, MPH, FACC; Rachel J. Lampert, MD, FACC; Prediman K. Shah, MD, MACC; and Chadwick W. Stouffer, MD, in a roundtable discussion of the hottest trials from AHA 2017 in Anaheim, CA. Among the trials discussed are DACAB, CANVAS, EXSCEL, POISE-2 and more.
November 8, 2017
Make sure to know the components of the application for promotion and tenure at your institution.
November 8, 2017
Susan Shapiro Barash, a prolific author and knowledgeable professor of gender studies, uses these talents to construct her book Tripping the Prom Queen. This story illustrates the obvious and not-so-obvious dark elements of female rivalry through numerous anecdotes from female volunteers. Her discussions include: mother-daughter disputes; high school and college drama between girlfriends; judgments on workplace and household roles of women by other women; and fights among supposed female friends over appearance, relationship status and popularity standing.
October 26, 2017
The promotion and tenure timetable can take up to 10 – 11 months.
October 26, 2017
Moving to a new city can be challenging. Being a female cardiologist working in a large practice group consisting of over 40 cardiologists makes it even more challenging.
October 26, 2017
The Oregon Chapter of the ACC WIC Section gathering celebrates female cardiologists and trainees and promotes better understanding of stable ischemic heart disease in women.
September 28, 2017
Know the criteria for promotion for your track and plan your strategy for reaching the milestones with your section supervisor during the first 3 – 6 months of your position.
September 28, 2017
Total Leadership is a must read for all women in cardiology, as it highlights the importance of improving your ability to function in all the significant areas of your life: work, home, community and self. As female cardiologists, we continue to focus on addressing the reasons we have been unable to increase the number of women entering our field over the last several decades. This is occurring despite the fact that women make up half of the entering classes in medical school and half of the interns beginning their training in internal medicine. The challenge of managing a demanding profession while also “having a life” is frequently cited as a concern for many young female physicians.
September 28, 2017
The Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section of the New York State Chapter of the ACC convened a panel discussion at the Yale Club in New York on May 13, 2017. The discussion was about mutual collaboration, networking, common issues and exchange of ideas amongst female cardiologists.
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.
August 23, 2017
Make an effort to attend events outside of your section or department at your local institution.
August 23, 2017
In the words of Madeleine Albright: “It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.”
August 23, 2017
Most doctors do not enter the profession for the money, but in this time of rising college and medical school costs coupled with lower physician reimbursement, we should be more vigilant than ever when it comes to our personal finances. Unfortunately, many physicians suffer from financial illiteracy, having spent their formative years learning about renal physiology and the coagulation cascade rather than fixed asset allocation, mutual funds, 401(k)s and IRAs. The White Coat Investor: A Doctor’s Guide to Personal Finance and Investing, by James M. Dahle, MD, strives to address the challenge of physician financial illiteracy and teaches us important lessons regarding personal finance and investing.
August 21, 2017
The August 2017 issue of Cardiology, ACC’s flagship 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!
July 26, 2017
This article was authored by Lynda Otalvaro Orozco, MD, FACC, an adjunct assistant professor of medicine in the department of cardiovascular diseases at the University of Kentucky, Gill Heart Institute, Manchester Memorial Hospital, Appalachian Regional Healthcare.
July 26, 2017
Mentors serve a useful purpose, but only sponsors can effectively propel a career. In Forget a Mentor, Find a Sponsor, economist, thought leader, and founding president and CEO of the Center for Talent Innovation, Sylvia Ann Hewlett – author of ten critically acclaimed books – provides a road map to help professionals develop a portfolio of sponsors who can open doors and serve as a link to success. Based on her research, she clarifies the distinction between those who can offer encouragement and those who can provide the meaningful support and advocacy to put professionals on the vocational fast track.
July 26, 2017
Every occasion you are in a room with more than two people who you don't know is an opportunity to network – Toniya Singh, MD, FACC.
July 20, 2017
The July 2017 issue of Cardiology, ACC’s flagship 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!
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.
June 29, 2017
Have an “elevator speech” – a one-minute narrative about yourself, your passions and what you do - ready if someone asks.
June 29, 2017
Last December, the Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section of ACC’s New York Chapter kicked off in true New York style with a cocktail reception at Flûte, a lounge in Midtown Manhattan. As the home of the first cardiological society in the country and the birthplace of the ACC, NY has a rich history of pioneering networks for cardiologists. Now it joins a growing number of WIC state sections that are innovating ways to create meaningful networks for women at the local level.
June 29, 2017
The Women in Cardiology Section’s (WIC’s) Brown Bag session during the 66th Annual Scientific Session (ACC.17) was highly promoted on social media, especially Twitter, which led to the presence of many social media leaders and novices in the audience. The hashtag #ACCWIC was one of the most used hashtags during ACC.17. Claire Duvernoy, MD, FACC, chair of the WIC Section, and Sandra Lewis, MD, FACC, immediate-past chair of the Section, were among those most active on Twitter.
June 27, 2017
The June 2017 issue of Cardiology, ACC’s flagship 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!
May 25, 2017
If you want to follow up with someone you met, email them within 24 hours. For better impact, mail them a card, mention meeting him/her, talk about any common agenda you may have, and send them your contact information again.
May 25, 2017
The patient was looking at me incredulously. He was finding it hard to accept me as his cardiologist. This young K-pop-lookalike Asian girl with long brown hair just didn’t fit into his stereotype of a loud, booming alpha male of a cardiologist.
May 25, 2017
The Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section of ACC’s IL Chapter held its first event in late November 2016. Hosted at Rush University Medical Center in downtown Chicago, this event was a huge success! Female physicians at every career stage – from FITs to late career cardiologists (and even a couple of internal medicine residents!) – traveled from near and far to attend.
May 24, 2017
Do not hesitate to walk up to people at a reception and introduce yourself. Hand out your card to give people a way to get back in touch with you if they want.
May 24, 2017
In a recent post on the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section Page, Jenine John, MD, an FIT at Stony Brook Hospital, discusses how to understand one's own biases regarding women in cardiology and how to overcome them.
April 5, 2017
In a recent interview with Hena Patel, MD, a Fellow in Training at Rush University in Chicago, Harrington discusses gender disparities in cardiology and his involvement with ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section.
March 30, 2017
Bring business cards to a networking event with your current work address and an email and a phone number that you actually answer and have them in a place in your pocket or purse that is easily accessible to give out.
March 30, 2017
Ever-increasing numbers of women are pursuing careers as physicians, with women comprising nearly half of all medical school graduates in 2014. However, according to a 2009 ACC workforce survey, only 12 percent of all cardiologists are female.
March 30, 2017
This article was authored by Sahar Taqui, MD, general cardiology fellow, PGY-5, at the Oregon Health and Science University.
March 14, 2017
Attending ACC.17? Join us for the All-Section Meeting & Reception at ACC.17! The event happening THIS Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis will give you a chance to learn more about what ACC's 19+ Member Sections are working to accomplish and to connect with members in your specialty or interest areas.
March 14, 2017
Will you be attending ACC.17 this weekend? You won't want to miss the Women in Cardiology Section Meeting & Speed Mentoring Session this Saturday from 4:45 – 6:00 p.m. We'll be discussing Section accomplishments, initiatives and ways you can get involved. Our speed mentoring session is also your chance to put your questions to women leaders in the field and get tips on interviewing, networking and succeeding in the field. Register now!
March 7, 2017
In a field typically dominated by men, pioneering women have brought diversity and innovation to cardiovascular medicine, enriching heart health and patient care. Female cardiologists were once a rarity, with the first women physicians training during the 19th century. These early women physicians were determined to serve and broke down traditions and barriers to enter medical schools, crossing such hurdles as having their medical school admissions contingent on approval of their classmates. Their work created a strong model to build upon, setting the stage for the next generations to grow and thrive within the field. The members of the Women in Cardiology Section continue to grow their accomplishments, and honor their contributions.
February 23, 2017
Tips For Getting Promoted in an Academic Center
February 23, 2017
Establishing a Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section in your local ACC chapter may seem like a daunting endeavor, but fear not, it can be done! I started a WIC Section for ACC’s Missouri’s Chapter last year, and while it was a lot of work, it has been extremely rewarding to see so many of my female colleagues come together to advocate for issues that important for all women. If your Chapter doesn’t have a WIC Section yet, I encourage all of you to take the initiative to start one. Here’s a checklist to help you get started. Also, come to the WIC Lounge at ACC.17 on Saturday, March 18 at 1:30 pm to hear more about how you can do this in your chapter!
February 23, 2017
Although our daily lives are filled with negotiations, we receive very little formal training in this integral skill. In September 2015, we launched a Women in Cardiology (WIC) group at Columbia University Medical Center and invited two post-doctoral candidates from Columbia Business School who have written theses on negotiation to speak to us about the approaches to take, building the necessary skills and achieving success in communication. Our group then had an opportunity to role play a negotiation with a colleague. Below is a summary of their key takeaways for successful negotiations:
February 14, 2017
Join us at the Washington Marriott Marquis on Saturday, March 18 from 4:45 – 6:00 p.m. for a special event at ACC.17. The Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Meeting and Speed Mentoring Session is your chance to interact with female leaders in the field and get advice on networking, interviewing and how to succeed as a woman in cardiology. Plus, we’ll offer a recap of WIC Section activities, accomplishments and future initiatives. Reserve your spot today!
February 14, 2017
Save the Date for the All-Section Meeting & Reception at ACC.17! Happening on Saturday, March 18, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Marriott Marquis, this event will give you a chance to learn more about what ACC’s 19+ Member Sections. Submit your RSVP to attend.
January 26, 2017
Check out January's tip for getting promoted in an academic center!
January 26, 2017
A majority of female cardiologists become pregnant during their careers, however, many face a number of challenges, some starting even before conception and continuing after their children are born, according to a Council Perspective from ACC's Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section recently published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. "The experience of pregnancy among cardiologists has never been investigated, though it is speculated that concerns surrounding pregnancy may deter women from choosing a career in cardiology," said author Amy Sarma, MD, MHS, et al.
January 26, 2017
The transition to becoming a first-year cardiology fellow is both exciting and intimidating. As a woman, it can feel like entering the set of Mad Men: an arena dominated by men, where women are present but not in the spotlight.
December 22, 2016
Tips For Getting Promoted in an Academic Center and Success in Private Practice.
December 22, 2016
In an opinion editorial published on Nov. 30 in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Toniya Singh, MD, FACC, discusses how to become your own best advocate.
December 22, 2016
Differences in career experiences between female and male cardiologists have lessened over the past 20 years; however, personal life choices and levels of discrimination continue to diverge significantly according to a Council Perspective from ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section, published on Dec. 21 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
December 20, 2016
I have always had an interest in women's cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in women, with one in three women dying from heart disease compared to one in 13 from breast cancer based on the 2015 American Heart Association heart disease and stroke data.
November 4, 2016
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.
November 4, 2016
Upon receipt of the Early Career Travel Award for the ACC Legislative Conference, I immediately registered for the Women in Cardiology (WIC) Leadership Conference that was scheduled for the day before.
November 4, 2016
The 'Conversations With Cardiologists' article series highlights prominent cardiologists throughout the country and shares their invaluable insight on cardiology and sage advice for Fellows in Training (FIT).
October 20, 2016
In a recent post on the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section Page, Jenine John, MD, an FIT at Stony Brook University Hospital, NY, explores the challenges of being a woman in cardiology and how to deal with those challenges.
October 20, 2016
Women in Cardiology career development tips for getting promoted in an academic center, and for success in private practice.
October 20, 2016
Over 75 members of ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section met in Washington, DC for the 3rd annual Leadership Workshop. The workshop had its highest attendance yet and met prior to the ACC Legislative Conference.
September 22, 2016
Tips For Getting Promoted in an Academic Center: Share goals for promotion with administration: working with your division director or other senior faculty who have already gone through the promotion process can be helpful to better understand the process, including how to be successful and avoid potential pitfalls. – Sharon L. Roble, MD, FACC, an assistant professor of clinical medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
September 22, 2016
According to an ACC survey, only 10 percent of practicing cardiologists are women. Female cardiologists are rare indeed, but Veena Gupta, MBBS, FACC, our mother, has done her best to increase the numbers. Both of us are board certified cardiologists and Fellows of the ACC (FACC).
August 24, 2016
Tips For Success in a Private Practice: Understand the business of medicine: Learn how to code and bill accurately, review accounts receivable every month. Know how much you pay in rent, utilities, office supplies, leases, employee salaries and benefits. Have a broad understanding of the money coming into the practice and the money being spent on expenses (the difference will be your take-home paycheck!). Set aside one to two hours a month to review this. – Toniya Singh, MD, FACC, a cardiologist at St. Louis Heart and Vascular in St. Louis, MO.
August 24, 2016
Breast cancer is not the number one killer of women – yet many women believe it to be their biggest health risk. So what wins this morbid ranking? Heart disease. In fact, 2013 was the first year since 1984 that fewer women died of heart disease than men despite it being viewed as solely a men’s health issue. This decline was the result of the tireless work of a small group of women who have dedicated their lives to eradicating this misunderstanding and unequal treatment of women’s heart disease.
August 8, 2016
In a recent post on the Fellows in Training (FIT) Section Page, Olivia Hung, MD, an FIT at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, GA, discusses important financial information for female FITs to consider. “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.
July 28, 2016
Tips For Getting Promoted in an Academic Center: Learn the dossier system that your center uses: Most universities will have some program (e.g., Research in View) that is used to compile a dossier. Familiarize yourself with this system within the first year of your career so that you can add your achievements to this as you accomplish them (e.g., publications, speaking engagements) rather than scrambling...
July 28, 2016
The most recent ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Leadership Workshop was a day of networking and sessions geared to encourage, inspire and equip women cardiologists as to how to navigate a career in cardiology for both personal success and satisfaction...
July 28, 2016
Not sure what you need to do to prepare for an academic promotion? Check out the following tips on how to maximize your chances for success when you embark on the promotion process. The timeline starts much earlier than you think, the first day of your new position or rank...
July 6, 2016
In a field typically dominated by men, pioneering women have brought diversity and innovation to cardiovascular medicine, enriching heart health and patient care. Female cardiologists were once a rarity, with the first women physicians training during the 19th century. These early women physicians were determined to serve and broke down traditions and barriers to enter medical schools, crossing such hurdles as having their medical school admissions contingent on approval of their classmates...
July 5, 2016
In a recent post on the ACC in Touch Blog, Annabelle S. Volgman, MD, FACC, discusses how her experience at last year's Legislative Conference impacted her career and care of patients. "Cardiologists on Capitol Hill? It turns out that a big part of taking care of patients is controlled by what happens in Congress!...
June 23, 2016
Meetings and events focusing on female cardiologists are so rare, that it is refreshing to attend events that highlight problems specific to females in the field of cardiology. One such event was a “Women in Interventional Cardiology “ roundtable, chaired by Cindy Grines, MD, FACC, and Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, held during this year’s Cardiovascular Research Technology (CRT) Meeting, in Washington, DC...
June 20, 2016
Cardiology | In a field typically dominated by men, pioneering women have brought diversity and innovation to cardiovascular medicine, enriching heart health and patient care. Female cardiologists were once a rarity, with the first women physicians training during the 19th century. These early women physicians were determined to serve and broke down traditions and barriers to enter medical schools, crossing such hurdles as having their medical school admissions contingent on approval of their classmates...
May 18, 2016
In a recent post on the ACC in Touch Blog, Riya Chacko, MD, a cardiologist at the Cardiovascular Group of Syracuse in Syracuse, NY, and a member of the WIC Section, provides advice for young mothers considering work in private practice cardiology.
May 18, 2016
In a recent Expert Analysis, Smita I. Negi, MD, a member of the Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section, analyzes the impact of depression on cardiovascular disease risk in young women. “Major depression is associated with worse prognosis in patients with acute myocardial infarction...
March 10, 2016
On a dreary December evening in Portland, the venue, a hip new restaurant, Lechon, was anything but. The space was filled with laughter, hugs and energy when the city's women cardiologists gathered for the fourth annual ACC Oregon Chapter Women in Cardiology (WIC) social event.
March 10, 2016
The Mid-Atlantic Capital Cardiology Symposium took place Nov. 21, 2015 at ACC's Heart House in Washington, DC. The House was packed this year, with academicians, private practitioners and trainees from Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and Pennsylvania.
March 10, 2016
Recent statistics from the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) demonstrate that few women are in academic positions, with fewer women becoming full professors.
December 14, 2015
There is a "substantial salary difference" between male and female practicing cardiologists, as well as a difference in job activities, according to results of a study presented Nov. 8 during AHA 2015 in Orlando and simultaneously published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. "This is the first study to show that although men and women cardiologists share the same specialty, they have markedly different job descriptions," said Pamela Douglas, MD, MACC, senior author of the study.
October 19, 2015
The Women in Cardiology (WIC) Member Section invites you to attend the 2016 WIC Section Leadership Workshop from February 6 – 7, at Heart House in Washington, DC, created for female cardiologists at any career stage.
July 9, 2015
The Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section Leadership Council will convene its third annual roundtable to discuss politics and challenges for women in cardiology on Tuesday, October 20th at 8 – 9 am ET.
May 31, 2015
I (JDF) am a white male of European descent and, by that virtue alone, the clear majority in medicine. So why am I writing about women in cardiology? For three simple reasons: my wife, who is a surgeon, and my two daughters.
May 31, 2015
February was a busy month for the Louisiana Women in Cardiology (LA-WIC) Section. The LA-WIC Section was newly formed this past year with the goal of providing a forum where women practicing cardiology in Louisiana could network and share ideas across institutions, develop valuable leadership skills, mentor medical students and residents considering a career in cardiology, and begin to develop community based programs to encourage healthy living.
May 28, 2015
Sheryl Sandberg's book, Lean In: Women, Work and Will to Lead, received much press when it was first published. The message was that women were not "leaning in" to decision-making discussions at work.
May 1, 2015
The 64th Annual American College of Cardiology (ACC.15) Opening Session was inspiring in many ways. From the recognition of 3D printing technology as one of the top five research advancements in 2015, to the introduction of the new scientific session, "Futures of Cardiovascular Medicine, " this year's meeting flowed more like a "TED talk," —breaking traditional scientific meeting molds.
February 11, 2015
Young women from impoverished parts of rural Mexico are not expected to pursue much education or professional careers. The lack of expectations is driven by many factors, most rooted in our patriarchal society. As a young girl, I became aware of huge gender inequities and feared my fate as a woman.
February 10, 2015
As fellows-in-training are acutely aware, today’s health care environment is rapidly changing. Paralleling these changes in health care is an ever-evolving job market. With cuts in research funding, training grants and reimbursements, today’s job market isn’t even comparable to a few years ago, and it is even less similar to the market many more established cardiologists may remember. How do graduating fellows navigate this uncharted territory?
February 10, 2015
The ACC’s Georgia Chapter is one of the largest chapters in the country. The annual chapter meeting attracts national ACC speakers such as Patrick T. O’Gara, MD, FACC, and Robert Bonow, MD, MACC. Every year the Lake Oconee Ritz Carlton, a picturesque resort between Atlanta and Augusta, Georgia, completely sells out with attendees from all over the state.
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