Welcome to ACC’s Early Career Member Section!

Newton Wiggins, MD, FACC

Newton Wiggins, MD, FACC
Chair
@nbwiggins

The ACC Early Career Section serves as the professional home for individuals within the first seven years of independent practice. Our primary mission is to foster the active involvement of Early Career members within the College as we strive to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health. We firmly believe that becoming a member of our section will facilitate both your professional and personal growth. To accomplish our objectives, we have established a series of work groups. Volunteering to serve in these groups is an excellent way to engage more deeply with the ACC.

As chair of this section, it is my great honor to invite all Early Career members to join us and make valuable contributions. For more information, please feel free to reach out to me at newton.wiggins@gmail.com or to Kate Bell at kbell@acc.org.

I look forward to working with you!

Sincerely,
Newton Wiggins, MD, FACC
Chair, ACC Early Career Leadership Council

Join the Early Career Member Section — Today!

The Early Career 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.

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

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ACC Legislative Conference 2025: Registration Now Open, Apply For Early Career Travel Award

June 17, 2025

Upcoming Event

Registration is now open for ACC Legislative Conference 2025, taking place Oct. 5-7 in Washington, DC. Join the ACC Advocacy team to learn more about health policy, network with fellow ACC Advocates and meet directly with your lawmakers. Get $50 off registration with code EARLY. Register today!

Plus, Early Career Professionals can apply for a $1K travel award to help cover the costs of attending the conference including travel, food and lodging. Apply by July 7.

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Applications Now Open For ACC’s Leadership Accelerator Program

May 28, 2025

Call For Applications

Applications are now being accepted for ACC's Leadership Accelerator development program. The program is designed for early career cardiovascular professionals looking to define and strengthen their leadership skills. Participants will engage in small-group, interactive learning focused on developing core leadership competencies such as communication, agility, executive presence and leading through change. Applications are due by Thursday, June 19. Apply now.

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