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To provide for accessible, highest quality, cost effective cardiovascular care for Missourians.

08/20/2025

Data Speaks — FITs See the Value

📊 58% of FITs say FACC is very valuable
📊 59% say they’re extremely likely to pursue it
📊 75% didn’t realize dues are the same!

Know the facts. Take the next step:
https://ow.ly/qrtR50WrgAV

08/19/2025

📊 Due to global aging and population growth, DALYs from cardiovascular disease are expected to continue rising.

However, new data suggest a decline in DALYs from modifiable risk factors—pointing to better prevention and management of CVDs worldwide.

📘 Read more in JACC:
https://bit.ly/4kDEe1a

08/18/2025

💡 Thinking about a subspecialty in cardiology?
In this Career Paths spotlight, Dr. Anna Grodzinsky MD, MSc shares her journey into the growing field of Cardio-Obstetrics — a multidisciplinary specialty focused on managing cardiovascular disease in pregnancy.

Dr. Grodzinsky discusses:
▪️ Why cardio-obstetrics is gaining traction
▪️ How mentorship and motherhood shaped her path
▪️ The current landscape of training and challenges
▪️ Practical advice for FITs exploring this subspecialty

While no formal ACGME-accredited programs exist yet, there are abundant ways to engage through electives, national ACC resources, and institutional mentorship.

🩺 Read the full interview and learn how to find your fit in cardiology:
https://ow.ly/mctL50WzFfr

08/15/2025

Financial Misconceptions, Debunked 💡

Think FACC means higher dues? Not true.

🔹 The cost is the same as Associate Fellow
🔹 Early career discounts are built in
🔹 First-year post-training? Save 75%!

No reason to wait:
https://ow.ly/FWBV50WrgqL

08/13/2025

🆓 Don’t miss this free educational series from ACC: Monitoring Blood Pressure Throughout a Woman's Lifecycle

The course includes an on-demand webinar focused on identifying hypertension in midlife women and strategies for early intervention—ideal for clinicians who care for women across the lifespan.

📚 Learn more and access the course:
https://bit.ly/3SB2FRn

08/12/2025

📣 Join cardiovascular leaders from across the U.S. this fall in Washington, D.C. for the 2025 ACC Legislative Conference, taking place October 5–7.

This annual gathering is one of the most energizing and influential advocacy events in cardiovascular medicine—offering the opportunity to elevate your voice and shape the future of patient care.

What to expect:
▪️ Meetings on Capitol Hill with policymakers
▪️ In-depth advocacy training and policy briefings
▪️ Networking with clinicians, fellows, and CV leaders from every region

Whether you're new to advocacy or a returning attendee, this is your moment to lead with impact.

📍 Washington, D.C.
📅 October 5–7, 2025
🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/XOEt50W570i

08/11/2025

🎓 Considering cardiology fellowship? Don’t miss this thoughtful and encouraging perspective from Dr. Manvita Tatavarthy, incoming PGY-4 cardiovascular disease fellow at St. Luke’s Kansas City.

From building a strong CV early in residency to navigating virtual interviews and ranking programs, Dr. Tatavarthy shares firsthand insight and practical advice — including how to plan for success and how to stay grounded if the process doesn’t go as expected.

Whether you're just starting your journey or deep in the application cycle, this piece is full of helpful guidance and wisdom.

🩺 Read the full article:
https://moacc.org/articles/pathtocardiologyfellowship_0725

08/08/2025

The proposed 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule is out — and there’s a lot for cardiovascular clinicians to review.

ACC Advocacy highlights include:
▪️ A new Ambulatory Specialty Care Model
▪️ A 2.5% efficiency adjustment
▪️ Revaluations for PCI and LAAO codes
▪️ Additional policy updates affecting practice and reimbursement

📎 Read more:
https://bit.ly/4lwtS4K

08/06/2025

Participate. Apply. Lead.

Ready to become an FACC?

▪️ It’s fast and straightforward
▪️ Your dues will not increase
▪️ Chapter Governors and Program Directors can sponsor your application

See why thousands have already advanced:
https://ow.ly/qpPU50WrfUF

08/05/2025

Guidelines from leading cardiovascular societies emphasize that lifestyle and diet are the first line of defense in managing cholesterol — for every adult.

📘 Use this patient-friendly resource to support healthy changes and spark meaningful conversations in clinic.

🩺 More in Cardiology Magazine:
https://bit.ly/4kDqgMX

08/04/2025

🫀 New “Science Matters” Research Summary — CATHEDRAL-HF Trial

Is it safe to reduce medications in patients with heart failure who recover their ejection fraction? A new clinical trial says… maybe yes.

The CATHEDRAL-HF trial studied patients with HFimpEF and tested whether carvedilol alone could maintain their recovery. At 52 weeks, no significant differences were found in relapse rates or function compared to those on full multi-drug therapy.

Key takeaway? Personalized therapy may be the future of heart failure care — and more tools like predictive risk scores may help decide who can safely step down from aggressive regimens.

📄 Dive into the summary by Dr. Michael Katsnelson of Washington University School of Medicine:
https://ow.ly/cuEB50WzCWi

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