“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, interviews Dr. Julia Grapsa, who provides tips on how to publish your science from the perspective of an editor who regularly reviews manuscript...

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 with Dr. Tom Draper and Ms. Kay Stewart-Huey some best practices for CV team members on how to use CV dashboards for operations management. 

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, hospital, or system leadership. Dr. Tom Draper hosts a panel discussion with Drs. Alex Zimmerman, George Ruiz, and Emily Keltner to explore some...

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 institutional, organizational, and the individual level, as WIC leaders reading issues surrounding infertility and pregnancy complications. The...

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 PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit 

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 on their experience.   Drs. Volgman and Yang describe what every woman must know before and in medical school, during training and career...

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 infertility issues.    Drs. Murtaugh and Grapsa describe what every woman must know before and in medical school, during training and career path,...

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 social determinants of health and the renewed focus on DEI.   Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| ​​Claim CME Credit 

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 personal growth as an Early Career professional.  

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. Comeaux Plowden describes what every woman must know before and in medical school, during training and on her career path, as a mentor/program...

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 well as their experiences as women practicing in the acute cardiovascular space. Tune in to learn about pathways to CCC, leadership,...

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 medicine and more importantly, to maintain wellness and work-life balance. 

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 and best practices for retaining CV team members and how a dyad leadership model can be leveraged to create and improve the culture of your team.  

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.    Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit 

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 effective in their respective organizations. Tom Draper, MBA, FACC hosts a panel discussion with Sheryl Booth, RT(R), MHA, Anand Singh, MSA, and Jeff...

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 planning, basic statistics, and optimal decisions when finalizing and publishing a manuscript.   Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit 

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.    Suggested Materials: (You can include formal references external to ACC.org here. Please list numerically as formal citations. Example:...

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 cardiology, leadership, publications, salary, and parental leave.    Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect|  

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.