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FIT Leadership Academy 2.0

fit leadership academy

The American College of Cardiology’s mission is to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health for all. Achieving this requires developing physicians who not only excel clinically but also embody leadership, advocacy, mentoring, and innovation. Building on the success of the 2024 FCACC FIT Leadership Academy, this second edition transitions into a hybrid format—combining virtual accessibility with the power of live in-person engagement.

The Florida Chapter ACC Leadership Academy is designed to nurture and support skills 'beyond the clinic.’ As FITs grow in their care giving abilities they should also gain the non-clinical skills that will accelerate their career development. Join us for a 8-lecture series that presents topics that will help a career at its inception and give insights into career paths and how to acquire the skills needed to succeed.  

A certificate of completion may be requested at the completion of the series.

While the series is free to Florida members, registration is required



January 14

Kickoff session: 

Start with Why – The Importance of Leadership Development in Cardiology

Brian Shapiro, MD, MA, FACC

Mayo Clinic

Brian Shapiro

January 31-February 1

In-Person Leadership forum


Click here for the Miami meeting agenda and registration

February 18

Building and leading an integrated subspecialty practice


J. Christopher Ray, MD, FACC

Mayo Clinic


March 18

Communication & Presentation Skills for Successful Leadership


Abdallah El-Sabbagh, MD

Mayo Clinic

Abdallah El-Sabbagj

April 15

Growing Into Leadership: A Fellow’s Path Through Local and National ACC Opportunities

Carlos Vergara Sanchez, MD

Chair FCACC FIT Committee,

Fellow in Training - Mayo Clinic Florida

Carlos Vergara

May 5


Women in Cardiology: Leadership Insights, Challenges & Opportunities

Rhea Sancassani, MD, FACC

Chair, FCACC Women Cardiologists Committee

Rhea Sancassani

May 20

Leading by Science: From Research to Guidelines & Writing Committees

Fred Kusumoto, MD, FACC

Mayo Clinic 

Fred Kusumoto

June 24

Closing Session:

The Transition from FIT to FACC: Early Career Leadership Opportunities in the ACC

David Kenigsberg, MD, FACC

President, FCACC


David Winchester, MD, MS, FACC

Chair, ACC Board of Governors

Immediate Past President, FCACC




Course Director: Carlos Vergara Sanchez, MD, Chair FCACC FIT Committee, Fellow in Training - Mayo Clinic Florida

Faculty Mentor: Brian Shapiro, MD, FACC, Mayo Clinic Florida Fellowship Program Director






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Orlando, FL 32803

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