Molding Future Leaders of Cardiovascular Medicine: The Five-Year Role and Impact of the ACC Medical Student Leadership Group

Authors

Khristian S. Burke
Norma Gamarra
Leenah Abojaib
Kimberly Imoh
Thomas R. Basala
Jagroop Doad, Corewell Health West Resident
Muhammed Ibrahim Erbay
Jonathan Ogbogu
Nikolaos Pyrpyris
Tasha Phillips-Wilson

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

4-1-2025

Publication Title

Journal of the American College of Cardiology

Abstract

Background

Established in 2020, the ACC Medical Student Leadership Group (MSLG) is a work group under the Fellows-In-Training (FIT) section that supports medical students interested in cardiology. Now in its fifth year, we report the groupʼs continued expansion of its student-driven initiatives, networking and professional growth opportunities, and enhancement of global medical education.

Results

Over 4 years, medical student membership has grown to over 3,500 members globally, with the DocMatter ACC Medical Student Group growing to 540 members. CVRI has published over 10 peer-reviewed member-led articles and provided over 100 students opportunities to participate in research, and hosted 24 journal clubs discussing cardiac clinical trials. The editorial board has published 12 faculty interviews and 33 perspective pieces, with 3 featured in Cardiology Magazine. The CIG initiative, started in late 2023, has recognized 50 CIGs spanning 18 countries and 14 US states. The MSLG has hosted the following events: educational webinars exploring cardiac physiology, career pathways within cardiology, and DEI topics such as the intersectionality of womenʼs health disparities and cardiology. The MSLG has also participated in 1 episode of the ACC Practice Made Perfect Podcast.

Conclusion

Since its inception, the ACC MSLG has consistently supported its expanding network of medical students and remains committed to its mission of serving as a professional home for those interested in cardiology. With mentorship from ACC Leadership and the FIT council, along with valuable member feedback, the MSLG aims to continue expanding while offering its members tailored opportunities for research, networking, and professional development.

Volume

85

Issue

12

First Page

2760

Comments

ACC 2025, March 29-31, 2025, Chicago, IL.

Recommended Citation

Burke KS, Gamarra N, Abojaib L, Imoh K, Basala TR, Doad J et al Molding future leaders of cardiovascular medicine: the five-year role and impact of the acc medical student leadership group. JACC. 2024 Apr 1;85(12): 2760.