Save the Date: 2023 FIT Echo Bootcamp

Join other Fellows in Training for an in-depth study on Echocardiographic Examinations and Emergencies. This four-part virtual series is led by Dr. Rick Marcus of the Iowa Heart Center.

Dr. Richard Marcus is one of the nation’s leading experts in the use of echocardiography to diagnose heart disease. Read more.

Bootcamp Dates:

  • July 10
  • July 12
  • July 17
  • July 19

More information coming soon.

Why Cardiology? WIC Event – April 14

Med Students, Residents, & Fellows: Interested in the Field of Cardiology?

We want to show you how rewarding it is to be a cardiologist! All trainees interested in Cardiology (Fellows, Residents, Medical Students, Pre-Med Students) are invited to join the Minnesota Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (ACC-MN) and its Women in Cardiology (WIC) section to explore this important and exciting field of medicine.

Join us for networking, a panel discussion and career exploration with Minnesota-based cardiologists representing the ACC-MN WIC Section. Refreshments will be provided.

Physician Day at the MN Capitol with the Minnesota Medical Association – Feb. 8

Physicians and physicians-in-training from across the state will gather again in-person at the state Capitol on February 8, to advocate on behalf of medicine.

The annual get-together, which has been held virtually the last two years, is now referred to as Physicians’ Day at the Capitol. It will include a review of top priorities and tips on how to interact effectively with elected officials.

The MMA is partnering with several specialty societies and Zumbro Valley Medical Society to promote the event including the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians; the Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Cardiology; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Emergency Physicians; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Physicians; the Minnesota Osteopathic Medical Society; and the Minnesota Psychiatric Society.

“The more white coats we get to the Capitol and in meetings with legislators, the louder our voice,” said MMA President Will Nicholson, MD. “Now more than ever, physicians need to be meeting with representatives and senators to continue advocating for the practice of medicine and their patients.”

To register and for more information, visit here: https://mnmed.org/education-and-events/Day-at-the-Capitol

Physician Day at the MN Capitol with the Minnesota Medical Association

Physicians and physicians-in-training from across the state will gather again in-person at the state Capitol on February 8, to advocate on behalf of medicine.

The annual get-together, which has been held virtually the last two years, is now referred to as Physicians’ Day at the Capitol. It will include a review of top priorities and tips on how to interact effectively with elected officials.

The MMA is partnering with several specialty societies and Zumbro Valley Medical Society to promote the event including the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians; the Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Cardiology; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Emergency Physicians; the Minnesota Chapter, American College of Physicians; the Minnesota Osteopathic Medical Society; and the Minnesota Psychiatric Society.

“The more white coats we get to the Capitol and in meetings with legislators, the louder our voice,” said MMA President Will Nicholson, MD. “Now more than ever, physicians need to be meeting with representatives and senators to continue advocating for the practice of medicine and their patients.”

To register and for more information, visit here: https://mnmed.org/education-and-events/Day-at-the-Capitol

2022 FIT Symposium: Networking and the Job Search on Nov. 10

Save the Date! Cardiology Fellows-in-Training will have the opportunity to hear from some of Minnesota’s top cardiologists about their real-world experiences during the transition from training to practice. We will have a panel discussion for approximately 90 minutes, with time outside of that for questions and networking.

PANELISTS:

  • Catherine (Katie) Benziger, MD, MPH, FACC, FAHA – Essentia Health
  • Michelle Carlson, MD, FACC – Hennepin Healthcare
  • Selma Carlson, MD, FACC – Minneapolis VA & University of Minnesota Medical School
  • Michael Cullen, MD, FACC – Mayo Clinic
  • Andrea Elliott, MD, FACC – University of Minnesota
  • William (Bill) Katsiyiannis, MD, FACC – Minneapolis Heart Institute
  • Sheetal (Sunny) Kaul, MD, MBBS, FACC – HealthPartners
  • Carmelo Panetta, MD, FACC – University of MN Physicians
  • Retu Saxena, MD, FACC – Minneapolis Heart Institute
  • Gautam R. Shroff, MBBS, FACC – Hennepin Healthcare
  • Mengistu A. Simegn, MD, FACC, FASE – Hennepin Healthcare
  • Stephen J. Smalley, MD, FACC – Essentia Health
  • Randall (Randy) Stark, MD, FACC – Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute
  • Sharath S. Subramanian, MBBS, MD, FACC – Centracare Heart & Vascular Center

2022 FIT Symposium: Networking and the Job Search

Save the Date! Cardiology Fellows-in-Training will have the opportunity to hear from some of Minnesota’s top cardiologists about their real-world experiences during the transition from training to practice. We will have a panel discussion for approximately 90 minutes, with time outside of that for questions and networking.

PANELISTS:

Catherine (Katie) Benziger, MD, MPH, FACC, FAHA – Essentia Health
Michelle Carlson, MD, FACC – Hennepin Healthcare
Selma Carlson, MD, FACC – Minneapolis VA & University of Minnesota Medical School
Michael Cullen, MD, FACC – Mayo Clinic
Andrea Elliott, MD, FACC – University of Minnesota
William (Bill) Katsiyiannis, MD, FACC – Minneapolis Heart Institute
Sheetal (Sunny) Kaul, MD, MBBS, FACC – HealthPartners
Carmelo Panetta, MD, FACC – University of MN Physicians
Retu Saxena, MD, FACC – Minneapolis Heart Institute
Gautam R. Shroff, MBBS, FACC – Hennepin Healthcare
Mengistu A. Simegn, MD, FACC, FASE – Hennepin Healthcare
Stephen J. Smalley, MD, FACC – Essentia Health
Randall (Randy) Stark, MD, FACC – Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute
Sharath S. Subramanian, MBBS, MD, FACC – Centracare Heart & Vascular Center

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