Welcome to ACC's Early Career Member Section!

Nosheen Reza, MD, FACC

Nosheen Reza, MD, FACC
Chair

ACC's Early Career Member Section is the professional home for cardiovascular clinicians and scientists within the first seven years of independent practice, and we are proud to be at the center of the ACC's broader mission to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health for all.

The College's 2024–2028 Strategic Plan is built around four pillars: increasing relevance as the cardiovascular professional home, generating and delivering actionable knowledge, advancing quality and equity of care, and sustaining the organization for the future. As Early Career members, you are essential to realizing this vision. The questions you are asking, the science you are generating and the care you are providing are actively shaping the future of our field.

Through our work groups, mentorship programs and engagement opportunities at scientific meetings and beyond, the Early Career Member Section works to ensure you have the clinical tools, connections and professional development resources you need at every stage of this foundational chapter of your career. We are committed to advancing a community that reflects the values of professionalism, excellence and equity that guide the ACC.

I warmly invite you to get involved! Volunteer for a work group, connect with colleagues, and bring your perspective and energy to the work ahead. It is an honor to serve as your Chair, and I look forward to everything we will accomplish together!

Sincerely,

Nosheen Reza, MD, FACC
Section Chair

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.

Already a member of the Early Career Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.

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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Announcements

Deadline Extended: Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award Nominations Due June 4

May 18, 2026

Announcements

The deadline has been extended for the Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award. Ask your mentor or training director to submit a nomination on your behalf and have your contributions to the cardiovascular disease field and our scientific literature recognized. The winner will receive a $1,000 prize and an invitation to present their scientific work during ACC.27 Together With WCC in Houston, TX – all expenses paid. Nominations are due by Thursday, June 4. Learn more.

Education

Build Confidence and Credibility With ACC’s Peer Review Certificate Program

May 11, 2026

Educational Opportunities

Participate in the ACC Peer Review Certificate Program, a guided, hands‑on learning experience designed for clinicians, researchers, trainees, CV team members and all health care professionals seeking to strengthen their peer review skills in cardiovascular science. Through expert‑led modules, practical review of real manuscripts, and structured feedback from experienced editors, learn how to critically evaluate study design, statistics and clinical relevance while delivering constructive, high‑quality reviews – all to earn the ACC Peer Review Certificate, allowing you to demonstrate your verified expertise! Learn more.

Education

Setting Yourself Up For Success as an Early Career Investigator in Clinical Trials

May 11, 2026

Feature Article

The involvement of early career professionals in clinical trials is essential in creating a strong pipeline of future trialists. A recent JACC: Advances Viewpoint article, co-authored by ACC President Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, provides an outline and framework for successful involvement in clinical trials for early career cardiologists. The outline discusses institutional research infrastructure, investigator competency and training, picking a clinical trial and more. Read the full article.

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