Welcome to ACC’s Geriatric Cardiology Member Section!

Scott L. Hummel, MD, FACC

Scott L. Hummel, MD, FACC
Chair
@shummelmd

Since its inception in 2012, the ACC Geriatric Cardiology Section quickly gained momentum and now has over 1,000 members and well over 300 Fellows-in-Training (FITs), making it one of the larger member special interest sections of the College.

The mission of the Geriatric Cardiology Member Section Leadership Council and Member Section is to provide a professional home for members with competencies in care of older adults with cardiovascular disease, as well those interested in advancing these skills.

This is aligned with the mission of the American College of Cardiology in transforming cardiovascular care and improving heart health for older adults.

The Geriatric Cardiology Section Leadership Council (GCSLC) guides the course of the Geriatric Cardiology Section and advises the leadership of the ACC on the evolving dimensions of aging in the context of providing patient-centered care for the rapidly expanding population of older adults with, or at risk for, cardiovascular disease.

Join the Geriatric Cardiology Section — Today!

The Geriatric Cardiology 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 Geriatric Cardiology Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.

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

Section Announcements

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ACC25

Submit Your Abstracts & Cases For Presentation at ACC.25

September 24, 2024

Upcoming Event

The ACC is currently accepting submissions of abstracts, complex clinical cases and interventional challenging cases to be presented at ACC.25, taking place March 29-31, 2025, in Chicago, IL. Submit your research for a chance to transform the future of cardiovascular care by sharing your research with over 12,000 attendees from more than 130 countries. The deadline for all submissions is 1 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Don't miss your chance to be part of ACC.25 — submit your abstract or case today!

JACC

Reflections on the Practice of Geriatric Cardiology After a Mid-Career Geriatrics Fellowship

April 26, 2024

JACC Family of Journals

In a recent JACC article, Ashok Krishnaswami, MBBS, FACC, explains his reasoning for taking a yearlong sabbatical to train as a geriatrics fellow. He shares his experience and emphasizes the need for a comprehensive geriatric assessment for older adults. He also explains the crucial importance of redefining "aging" past mere chronological counting and incorporating new techniques to inform a cardiologist's decision-making. Read more. In a response article, Karen P. Alexander, MD, FACC, commends Krishnaswami for his efforts to "gain new perspectives and deepen his knowledge of geriatrics." She adds that "Dr. Krishnaswami's dispatches from geriatric fellowship are guideposts for this continuing journey in geriatric cardiology: multi-disciplinary care and technology."

ACC24

Connect, Learn and be Inspired at the Geriatric Cardiology Section Meeting at ACC.24

March 12, 2024

Announcements

Network with colleagues, learn about the latest section activities and hear from Clin-Star funded Distinguished Professor Malaz A. Boustani, MD, MPH, on incorporating implementation science into your work at the Geriatric Cardiology Section Meeting at ACC.24. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with key leaders and be inspired to improve the lives of older adults. Light refreshments will be served. The event will take place on Saturday, April 6 at 2:30 p.m. ET at Omni Atlanta at Centennial Park in the Maple Room. Reserve your spot today.

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