The ACC Early Career Section serves as the professional home for individuals within the first seven years of independent practice. Our primary mission is to foster the active involvement of Early Career members within the College as we strive to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health. We firmly believe that becoming a member of our section will facilitate both your professional and personal growth. To accomplish our objectives, we have established a series of work groups. Volunteering to serve in these groups is an excellent way to engage more deeply with the ACC.
As chair of this section, it is my great honor to invite all Early Career members to join us and make valuable contributions. For more information, please feel free to reach out to me at newton.wiggins@gmail.com or to Kate Bell at kbell@acc.org.
I look forward to working with you!
Sincerely,
Newton Wiggins, MD, FACC
Chair, ACC Early Career Leadership Council
The Early Career 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 Early Career Professional Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.
As our membership grows, so does the Early Career Section's opportunities to impact College policies and provide additional member benefits.
The ACC's Early Career Section was established to provide a forum and community for cardiologists in their first 7 years of practice. We have unique strengths and perspectives, and employ these to guide the growth of the College in ways that span technology, communication, and advocacy.
Our section has raised awareness of the importance of work-life balance, mentorship, and non-clinical competencies.
Ongoing efforts, within our section and the College as a whole will continue to enrich our clinical practices, provide opportunities for local and national leadership, and ultimately improve work satisfaction.
June 25, 2024
Take the 2024 ACC Career Benchmark Survey to help build a comprehensive view of clinician compensation and better support cardiovascular professionals in compensation negotiations. Complete the survey by July 31 for the chance to win one of three registrations to ACC.25 in Chicago, IL – or a $500 Amazon gift card! Responses are anonymous. Take the survey here.
June 25, 2024
Applications are now being accepted for ACC Leadership Accelerator Class of 2025, which will launch in September 2024.
June 20, 2024
Receive the recognition you deserve with the Distinguished Young Scientist Award. Ask your mentor or training director to submit a nomination. The award winner will receive a $1,000 prize and an invitation to present their scientific work during ACC.25 in Chicago, all expenses paid. Nominations are due by July 29. Learn more.
It's easy to advance to FACC—and those within 3 years of their training can apply for free.
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