For the second consecutive year, the ACC is proud and excited to hold a Virtual Career Fair. On March 11, 2021, from 5 to 8 p.m. ET,
Read MoreLearn more about February Heart Month Activities aimed at highlighting the importance of increased awareness and action around the prevention of heart disease.
Read MoreThis legislation affects reimbursement for us in the near future. It is very easy to participate; simply click the link below “Urge Your Member of Congress to Cosponsor HR 8702.” The ACC has already drafted the letter for us; all that is required is to enter name/email/address and it is automatically sent to our representative (s) in the House
Read MoreThe Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) designation has long stood for excellence in cardiovascular medicine and a commitment to the highest standards of care. Now, the FACC designation – and the prestige it confers – are closer than ever before.
Read MoreThe NC Medical Board is seeking to grow their list of very well-qualified, experienced, board-certified cardiologists and cardiac surgeons across the state willing to provide the occasional outside expert quality of care review for the Board.
Read MoreYour ACC membership renewal deadline is just around the corner on December 10th. This year, the ACC community has rallied together to face unprecedented challenges to our practices and our communities. We are stronger together and your voice is essential as we continue to fight to overcome the challenges of today and work toward a better tomorrow.
Read MoreSince the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ACC has convened a number of scientific and educational sessions with experts from around the world and across a spectrum of disciplines. From these discussions, many points of consensus have emerged about best practices for slowing the spread of the virus and mitigating its harm
Read MoreMiss the live version of The NC & SC Chapter’s CVT Reconnect?
Read MoreDr. Patel was a terrific colleague and physician. He was known as the “Ninja” in the Electrophysiology lab for his legendary ability to accomplish challenging cases
Read MoreDr. Winiger was conferred a Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte on May 8.
Read Moren the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have transitioned the leadership of the chapter.
Read MoreVanessa Blumer, MD, is currently a first-year cardiology fellow at Duke University Medical Center.
Read MoreMessage from out-going Chapter President, William Abernethy, MD
Read MoreAs COVID-19 continues to spread, the ACC is working to help members on the front lines prepare for and manage the virus so they can do what they do best: help and heal patients.
Read MoreACC Chapter-based exchange programs, linking U.S. Chapters with International Chapters, are among the ways the global cardiovascular community has been coming together to learn from each other and share ways to optimize care and outcomes over the past decade.
Read MoreIn a new Leadership Page published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, George A. Stouffer, MD, FACC; William B. Abernethy, MD, FACC; James P. Zidar, MD, FACC; and B. Hadley Wilson, MD, FACC, discuss a collaboration between the ACC North Carolina Chapter and the ACC Prevention Section in partnership with the North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics.
Read MoreMended Hearts is a national and community-based non-profit organization that has been offering the gift of hope to heart disease patients, their families and caregivers. Founded by Dr. Dwight E. Harken, The Mended Hearts was started with three of Dr. Harken's open heart surgery patients.
Read MoreTogether with our lobbyist in Raleigh, the NC Chapter has posted the following within the NC Division of Public Health, under the Department of Health & Human Services, Chronic Disease and Injury Section: Current Plan: The NC Plan for Prevention & Management of Heart Disease and Stroke, 2012-2017 Furthermore, under the Community & Clinical Connections for Prevention & Health Branch, we have posted data about Cardiovascular Health.
Read MoreThe NC Chapter ACC is proud of our new program, “Improving Cardiovascular Care in NC Free and Charitable Clinics”, a monitored grant from the NC Chapter ACC to the NC Free Clinics for provision of meds with follow-up compliance and outcomes over one year’s time.
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