Welcome to ACC's Academic Cardiology Member Section!

Howard J. Eisen, MD, FACC

Howard J. Eisen, MD, FACC
Chair

The mission of the Academic Cardiology Section and Leadership Council is to advance US and global public health, in general and within the realm of cardiovascular diseases, by sustaining and advancing robust activities across the academic enterprise and across the life course, including research, education, mentorship and advocacy.

Section Initiatives

  • Collaborating with other organizations by building coalitions of CV associations across various specialty organizations, including CV subspecialty organizations, and positioning research and GME among high-priority advocacy issues
  • Projecting relative prevalence of various categories of life-threatening/debilitating CV diseases; predicting the direct and indirect costs and requirements for different specialties and subspecialties under various scenarios; projecting potential savings and cost-effectiveness based on incremental research investment, and the economic impact of maintaining or augmenting research and GME
  • Educating doctors the general public by joining the educational efforts of the AMCC, developing appropriate education materials, and participating in educational endeavors in both "academic" and "practice " communities
  • Advocating for CV issues by seeking sufficient appropriations and regulatory direction that allows for the sustainment of AMCs and their missions; Encouraging approaches to incentivize AMCs to improve their internal and external structure to function within the evolving healthcare environment; Assuming accountability by the academic community to improve efficiency and relevance of GME & research efforts, as well as cost-effectiveness of clinical care

Contact Son Nguyen at snguyen@acc.org with any questions or comments regarding the Academic Cardiology Member Section.

Join the Academic Cardiology Section — Today!

The Academic Cardiology Member Section is only able to accomplish its mission through support from members. Members can join online by clicking here or by contacting ACC Member Care at (800) 253-4636, ext. 5603; or direct dial (202) 375-6000.

Already a member of the Academic Cardiology Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.

As our membership grows, so does the Academic Cardiology Member Section's opportunities to impact College policies and provide additional member benefits.

Questions?

Questions? Contact ACC Member Care.

Section Announcements

Section News

Announcements

Call For Applications: Global Awards, Observership Opportunities, Research Funding

April 27, 2026

Call For Applications

Applications are now open for several ACC awards designed to support early career cardiologists and investigators:

  • Cardiologists in India are invited to apply for the Cleveland Clinic Global Scholar Award, offering a three- to four-week observership at Cleveland Clinic and recognition at ACC.27 Together With WCC (ACC.27-WCC) in Houston, TX.
  • Early career cardiologists from low- to middle-income countries can also apply for the Hani Najm Global Scholar Award Observership Program, which includes a three- to four-week U.S.-based observership and ACC.27-WCC recognition.
  • Cardiovascular investigators residing in low- to middle-income countries are encouraged to apply for the William A. Zoghbi Global Research Initiative, which will award seven grants of $25,000 to support one year of innovative research across the spectrum of cardiovascular care.

Learn more and submit your applications by Monday, June 8.

Event

ACC Webinar: Heart Tank For the CV Investigator: EP

April 20, 2026

Featured Webinar

Join ACC's Academic Cardiology Member Section on Wednesday, May 27 at 7 p.m. ET for a "Shark Tank" style competition designed to bridge the gap between groundbreaking ideas and clinical reality. Researchers will pitch their boldest ideas related to electrophysiology (EP) to a panel of experts. Learn more and register to see who wins and gain knowledge about the essential tools for building a successful, high-impact research project. Visit here to submit your pitch.

Announcements

Nominations Now Open For the Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award

April 10, 2026

Announcements

Help your trainees gain the recognition they deserve. The Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award recognizes young physician scientists who have made outstanding contributions to the field of cardiovascular disease. The award winner will receive a $1,000 prize and an invitation to present their scientific work during ACC.27 in Houston, TX – all expenses paid. Nominations are due by Thursday, May 28. Learn more and nominate your trainees.

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