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Advance Your Career at ACC.17 in the Early Career Lounge
The Early Career Lounge is your home base for interacting with peers and meeting prominent figures in the cardiovascular field at ACC.17. Attend intimate mentoring sessions with experts in cardiology, attend informal educational sessions or just take a moment to relax with light refreshments between sessions throughout the meeting.
Friday, March 17
Time |
Event |
Description |
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. |
Transitioning from Fellow to Attending: Four Different |
Learn what you need to know for a successful transition from being a fellow to a full-time attending physician. Hear from four different clinicians working in different environments: private practice, clinical academics, research tenure track academics and a hybrid model. |
Saturday, March 18
Time |
Event |
Description |
7:00 – 8:00 a.m. |
Early Career Section Meeting and Breakfast |
Network with fellow Early Career Section members over breakfast and receive an update on Section initiatives. |
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. |
Meet and Greet with Leaders and Legends in Cardiology |
Mingle with ACC past presidents, past BOG chairs and legends in cardiology at this intimate gathering designed to help you connect with experienced cardiovascular professionals in the Senior Cardiovascular Professionals Work Group and seek advice to help you launch your career. |
3:30 – 4:00 p.m. |
MACRA Orientation Session |
Get an overview of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) and how it affects you and your practice. |
Sunday, March 19
Time |
Event |
Description |
11:00 a.m. – Noon |
Early Career Networking Session with ACC Governors |
Learn about chapter involvement opportunities and meet with current members of ACC's Board of Governors. |
