The well-being of the cardiovascular (CV) workforce is critical to achieving the mission of the American College of Cardiology. CV professionals are faced with increasing work hours and a climbing risk of burnout. Fostering career flexibility at all stages of the professional lifespan can improve satisfaction, combat burnout, increase career longev…

In this PracticeMadePerfect episode, Drs. Melanie Sulistio and Michael Ayers discuss the diverse ways medical education can contribute to your career plans. Listen as they delve into how to make your efforts in medical education “count” towards your promotion and career trajectory. Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit…

Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode three of four, Ms. Amy Brownell will interview Ms. Corrin McCloskey and Dr. Joseph Goeke on developing a strategic plan for sub-specialty programs with the CV Service Line. Listen as these experts share strategic development best practices, the impact that sub-…

Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode two of four, Dr. Tom Draper talks with Mr. Adam DeJong and Dr. Malissa Wood about efforts required in the development phase of a strategic plan document including evaluating current state performance, leveraging external data, and initiating feedback from key s…

Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode one of four, Dr. Jeff Carstens discusses with Messrs. Tom Draper and Michael Montgomery steps to developing a strategic plan for the CV service line. The conversation will center around key building blocks, data, stakeholders, and processes that should be estab…

In this episode, Drs. Kamala Tamirisa and Sophia Mercadante host Drs. Ankur Kalra and Payal Kohli for a discussion of how to build a brand for self and for the cardiology community – from a platform of connectivity to networking, sponsorship, and a space of unique purpose to reach other colleagues across the world and patients.…

In this episode of Practice Made Perfect, Dr. Ravi Thakker, ACC Fellows-in-Training (FIT) Council Member and FIT Section Editor-in-Chief, interviews interventional cardiologist Dr. Mirza Umair Khalid on how general cardiology fellows can best prepare for interventional cardiology fellowship. Balancing clinical duties with education, research, admin…

“Manuscript Preparation from the Lens of an Editor” is a new podcast series/initiative by the ACC Fellows in Training (FIT) Leadership Council to provide ACC editorial fellows, and FITs in general, with quick, easy, actionable tips on how to publish more successfully. In this episode, Editor-in-Chief of the ACC FIT section, Dr. Mohamad Khattab, int…

Cardiology is a data rich specialty. Collating and effectively tracking and sharing performance data is critical to strategic operations. In part 2 of this 2 part podcast, the ACC Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses how to utilize a CV dashboard to assess, communicate and optimize operations. Host Dr. Jeff Carstens evaluates wit…

Cardiology is a data rich specialty. Collating and effectively tracking and sharing performance data is critical to strategic operations. In part 1 of this 2 part podcast, the ACC Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses how to construct a CV dashboard that could then be used to leverage operational and strategic discussions with CV,…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. This final episode is hosted by Dr. Gina Lundberg, WIC Leadership Council Chair, who hosts Drs. Noel Bairey-Merz and Pamela Douglas and for a discussion on the leadership efforts at i…

In this episode, Drs. Zain Asad and Poonam Velagapudi invite Drs. Ana Barac and Eric Yang to share their strategy on building a successful cardio-oncology program. Listen as these experts in the field review needs assessment and feasibility, elements of a multidisciplinary team, and evaluating a successful cardio-oncology program. Subscribe to Prac…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Drs. Annabelle Volgman and Eugene Yang who will discuss the practical aspects of family, career, and the juggling act, and take-home messages based…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Drs. Gillian Murtaugh and Julia Grapsa who will discuss their personal journey to parenthood as WIC, including family planning, pregnancy, and infe…

In this episode, Drs. Purvi Parwani, Jannel Lawrence and Ms. Tasha Phillips-Wilson, discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the field of cardiology and, more specifically, Dr. Parwani’s experience as an international medical graduate (IMG) who has excelled in the field of cardiology. Listen as the experts discuss greater understanding of …

In this episode, Drs. Sanah Christopher and Poonam Velagapudi invite Drs. Bill Lombardi and Lorenzo Azzalini to share their experiences building a new program for Early Career Cardiologists. Listen as the experts define best practices for establishing a new program, managing challenges, and avoiding common pitfalls, and overall professional and per…

Welcome to a new series, “Conversations Around Fertility and Reproductive Health” sponsored by ACC’s Women in Cardiology Section and led by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. In this episode, Dr. Tamirisa hosts Dr. Torie Comeaux Plowden for a discussion on family planning, pregnancy, and infertility issues for women in medicine, specifically cardiology. Dr. Come…

In this episode, Drs. Rosy Thachil and Shashank Sinha continue their series, "Conversations with Critical Care Cardiologists" sponsored by ACC’s Critical Care Cardiology (CCC) Section. Listen to Drs. Sinha and Thachil as they interview leading critical care cardiologists Drs. Lorrel Toft and Penelope Rampersad who describe their journeys to CCC, as…

In this episode, Drs. Poonam Velagapudi and Babar Basir from the ACC’s Early Career Council interview Dr. Frank Amico, an interventional, heart failure and transplant cardiologist. Hear Dr. Amico describe how a life-altering accident enhanced his personal and professional commitments, and how that event influenced his determination to practice medi…

Building on Episode 1 of the cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Workgroup panel on CV team staffing challenges, this episode will focus on retention of CV team members to minimize staffing challenges. Tom Draper, MBA, FACC hosts a panel discussion with Michael Montgomery, MS, Corrin McCloskey, MPH, and Evan Ownby, MD, FACC to explore strategies an…

In this episode, Aditya Bharadwaj, MD, FACC and Poonam Velagapudi, MD, FACC discuss the role of involvement of professional societies for early career cardiologists. Joined by Dipti Itchhaporia, MD, MACC and Alaide Chieffo, MD, hear these experts share their journey from the grassroots to the top of their respective professional societies. Subscrib…

Recruitment of cardiovascular (CV) team members has been one of the most difficult challenges for physician and administrative dyad leaders over the past several years. In this episode 1 of 2, the ACC CV Dyad Leadership Workgroup discusses the impact these staffing challenges can have on operations and recruitment strategies that have been effectiv…

In this episode of Practice Made Perfect, Giuseppe Biondi-Zoccai, MD and Candice Silversides, MD, FACC offer their thoughts on the most common mistakes found in scholarly manuscripts and how to avoid them. Poonam Velagapudi, MD, MS, FACC and Monica Verdoia, MD moderate this discussion on the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration, study plan…

In this episode, Drs. Ritu Sachdeva and Jennifer Co-Vu discuss with Drs. Aamisha Gupta and Kamala Tamirisa the professional pathway towards pediatric cardiology, an exciting career option with an immense potential for growth. Listen as these experts share their views on clinical burden, innovations and research, and highlights of collaborative care…

In this episode, Dr. Kamala Tamirisa, ACC Women in Cardiology Practice Made Perfect host, invites Drs. Eugene Yang and Joseph Marine for a discussion on promoting active allies for women in the medical field. Listen as the group shares experiences and advice on promoting gender equity through supporting and sponsoring women in research, clinical ca…

Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology Section, in this episode Drs. Usha Tedrow, Stacy Howell and Maully Shah discuss the latest data in Cardiac Electrophysiology: Plugged Pathway, Pay Gap and Underrepresentation of Women Operators. Hosted by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa. Subscribe on iTunes | Subscribe on Google Play |…

Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology Sectio. This episode focuses on healing the healer by being mindful and creative, with interviews with social media powerhouse and advocate, Dr. Danielle Belardo and accomplished songwriter, singer, and TEDMED speaker, Dr. Suzanne Brown Sacks. Hosted by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa.…

Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology Section. In this episode, Dr. Sharonne Hayes, Dr. Gina Lundberg, and Dr. Laxmi Mehta focus on meaningful workplace relationships, harassment prevention, and burnout. Hosted by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa.

Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology Section. In this episode, Dr. Minnow Walsh and Dr. Martha Gulati equip listeners with information on navigating family and medical leave, pregnancy, and research grants in the medical field. Hosted by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa.

Presented by the ACC Women in Cardiology Section, in this episode, Dr. Sherry-Ann Brown and Dr. Garima Sharma share their experience pursing unique career paths in cardiology. Hosted by Dr. Kamala Tamirisa.

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Cathie Biga, MSN, RN, FACC, and Joseph Goeke, MD, FACC in a discussion on recent updates around hospital-based billing.

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Lacey Buckler, DNP, ACNP-BC; Craig Beavers, PharmD, FACC; and Steve Manoukian, MD, FACC, in a discussion about career transitions and what it’s like on the other side when they switched from clinical to administration roles.

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Deirdre Mattina, MD, FACC, in a discussion about Dr. Mattina’s life, interests, and the role of dance and wellness in her life. Did someone say Radio City Rockette?

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Toniya Singh, MBBS, FACC; John Erwin, MD, FACC; and Richard Chazal, MD, MACC, in a discussion about how to choose a new partner.

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Cathie Biga, MSN, RN, FACC; Geoff Rose, MD, FACC; and Bo Walpole, MD, MBA, FACC, in a discussion on important topics for our cardiovascular care team and the entire service line in 2021.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Cathie Biga, Ed Fry, and Vance Chunn in the second part of a discussion about what value cardiology brings to a larger organization.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Cathie Biga, Ed Fry, and Vance Chunn in the first part of a discussion about what value cardiology brings to a larger organization.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Geoff Rose and Jesse Adams in a discussion about how to maintain autonomy in an integrated practice.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts James Beckerman in a discussion about some of his unique hobbies, including chainsaw carving, and how he got interested in them.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Ann Honeycutt and Jerry Blackwell in a discussion about how to assess bringing a new technology or skillset to the practice.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Heather Ross in a discussion on health policy, Dr. Ross’s journey of running for Congress, and how it all has influenced her passion for advocacy.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Jane Linderbaum, Disty Pearson, and George Rodgers in a discussion on the College’s recent competency statement chaired by this group regarding clinical competencies for nurse practitioners and physician assistants in cardiovascular medicine.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Susan Smyth, Nancy Albert, and Bob Harrington, who are successful clinicians across the cardiovascular spectrum of basic science, clinical cardiology, and nursing science and education, in a discussion about developing a successful career that includes research.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Heval Kelli in a discussion about his amazing path to medicine and how he is using what he has learned to improve the lives of those around him.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Athena Poppas, Richard Kovacs, and Jerry Blackwell in a discussion about change management skills and how to incorporate these very important skills into our lives.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Vaani Panse Garg in a discussion about one of Dr. Garg's favorite hobbies, Indian dancing, and how it keeps her life in balance.

In this episode, Alison Bailey continues her discussion with Sandra Lewis, Thad Waites, and Sam Jones about advocacy and why it is important, especially during this time of COVID-19.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Sandra Lewis, Thad Waites, and Sam Jones in a discussion about advocacy and why it is important, especially during this time of COVID-19.

In this episode, Alison Bailey hosts Doug Zipes in a discussion on how he has gone from being a world-renowned cardiologist to an author of three books. Listen to this episode for some great life advice on finding a passion outside of cardiology and enjoying the journey along the way.

In this episode, Julie Clary hosts Charlie Brown, Anthony Hilliard, and Joel Sauer in a discussion on finding effective solutions for systems and enhancing the delivery of care.