Dear ACC Medical Student and Medical Resident Community,

We are thrilled to see some of you this weekend at ACC.25, held March 29-31 in Chicago, IL! For medical students and residents with a passion for cardiology, this is an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the most dynamic fields of medicine.

You will have the chance to expand your medical knowledge, explore the latest advancements in cardiovascular research and engage with top experts in the field. Whether you're deepening your understanding of cardiology, discovering cutting-edge developments, or networking with colleagues and mentors, ACC.25 promises to inspire and guide you on your journey toward a future in cardiology.

The conference offers an array of educational programs, presentations, hands-on workshops and networking events. With so many opportunities, we understand it can be overwhelming, so we've put together this guide to help you navigate the sessions, both educational and social, that we believe will best support your learning and growth.

Our goal is for you to leave ACC.25 feeling energized and motivated, equipped with new insights and connections as you continue your path toward a cardiology fellowship and beyond.

Start planning your sessions using the ACC.25 Online Program Planner, where you can search for sessions by keyword, day, practice focus, session type, session format or pathway. Add sessions to your personal itinerary and create a schedule catered to your interests. To save your itinerary and sync it across devices, log in using your ACC account. Download the ACC.25 App on your phone and log in to easily review your customized schedule during the conference.

See you in Chicago!

Khristian S. Burke, BS, and Norma Nicole Gammarre Valverde
Co-Chairs, ACC Medical Student Member Community

Adhya Mehta, MD, and Bede N. Nriagu, MD, MPH
Co-Chairs, ACC Medical Resident Member Community

Saturday, March 29

9:30-10:30 a.m. CT: Medical Student Leadership Networking and Recognition Ceremony
Meet-Up Zone 2, Lounge & Learn Pavilion

1-1:45 p.m. CT: Coaching For Professional Fulfillment and Inspired Leadership Across all Career Stages
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

2:30-3:30 p.m. CT: Acing the Transition: What FITs and Early Career Cardiologists Need to Know to Launch a Healthy, Successful Career
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

4-5 p.m. CT: Beat Burnout: From Awareness to Work-Life Harmony
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

Sunday, March 30

9-10 a.m. CT: Becoming a Leader in Cardiovascular Medicine
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

10:15-11:15 a.m. CT: Building Your Brand and Using Social Media To Communicate in Cardiology
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

Noon-1 p.m. CT: How to Overcome Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace
Education Zone‚ Theater 2‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

12:30-1:30 p.m. CT: Coping with Bad Outcomes, Patient Loss, and Medical Errors as a Trainee and Young Professional
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

2-3 p.m. CT: Navigating the Path: Challenges and Opportunities for International Medical Graduates (IMG) in Cardiology
Education Zone‚ Theater 3‚ Lounge & Learn Pavilion

Can't Miss Events

Medical Residents and Students Mix 'n Mingle Sponsored by Zoll

• Sunday, March 30 at 9:30 a.m. CT
• Great Lakes Ballroom F, Level 2
• Breakfast will be provided!

Medical Student Leadership Networking and Recognition Ceremony

• Saturday March 29 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. CT
• Meet-Up Zone 2, Lounge & Learn Pavilion

Want breakfast, lunch, coffee and snacks ALL DAY at ACC.25 for $25?

Take a break and recharge in the HeartPAC Lounge! The lounge serves breakfast, lunch, coffee and snacks daily and offers mentoring opportunities to learn more about ACC's health policy initiatives.

HeartPAC Donor Lounge
Saturday, March 29 – Monday, March 31 | 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT
Lounge & Learn Pavilion

Open to 2025 HeartPAC contributors ($25 for Medical Residents and Students). For those interested in participating in mentoring opportunities in the lounge, please email pac@acc.org. Contributions are accepted at HeartPAC.org. Onsite contributions via credit card, cash or check will also be accepted.