Practice Made Perfect

"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...

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 be...

Cardiology is a data rich specialt y . C ollating 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 Dra...

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 D ouglas and for a discussion on the leadership efforts at institutional, organizational , and the individ...

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 fiel d 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. Vo lg man and Yan...

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 d...

In this episode, Dr s . Purvi Parwani , Jannel Lawrence and Ms. Tasha Phillips-Wilson, discuss diversity, equit y , 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 d iscuss greater understanding of social determinants of health and the renewe...

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 Wo men in Cardiology Section and le d 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...

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...

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...

Building on Episode 1 of the cardiovascular ( CV ) Dyad Leadership Workgroup panel on CV t eam 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 t eam memb...

In this episode, Aditya Bharadwaj, MD, FACC and Poonam Velagapudi, MD, FACC discu ss the role of involvement of professional societies for early career cardiologists. Joined by Dipti Itchhaporia , MD, M ACC 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 Cred...

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,...

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 t he importance of multidisciplinary collaboration, study planning, basic statistics, and o ptimal decisi...

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 expert s share their views on clinical burden, innovations and research , and highlights of collaborative care.      Suggested Materials : (You can include fo...

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 pa...

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.

In this episode, Alison Bailey, MD, FACC, hosts Lacey Buckler, DNP, ACNP-BC; Craig Beavers, PharmD, FACC; and Steve Manoukian, MD, FACC, in a discussion about career transitions and what it's like on the other side when they switched from clinical to administration roles.