Director, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Associate Program Director, Johns Hopkins Bayview Internal Medicine Residency
Associate Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Baltimore, MD
Developing International Leaders: The ACC Maryland-German Cardiac Society Exchange Program
Creating the next generation of international leaders in cardiovascular medicine
The aim of this initiative is to create a platform for outstanding fellows-in-training (FIT) who want to be future leaders in cardiovascular medicine. The program:
Covers a comprehensive range of important topics including but not limited to career planning, fundamental management basics, ethical considerations and personal well-being
Creates the opportunity for an exchange with experienced leaders in the field
Enables building international networks with peers during their early careers
Eligibility Requirements
Ideal candidates will have a passion for exploring other cultures and different clinical environments
German Candidates: Must have started or completed PGY3 year in a recognized cardiology training program in Germany
US Candidates: Must have completed PGY4 year in an accredited program in Maryland and will complete fellowship training in 2027 or later. Also, candidates must be an ACC fellow in training (FIT) member.
Applicants must have a passport and commit to obtaining any necessary visas at their own costs.
Apply via this form by July 31, 2025 and agree to the following attestations:
I am a member of the Maryland Chapter ACC (MDACC) or the German Cardiac Society (DGK)
I will participate in the complete program including travel
I will abide by the rules of the program on the dates outlined
I hold a valid passport and if chosen will obtain any necessary visas
I will work on a capstone/scholarly project during the fellowship, understanding it may be published
I will be aware of and follow the laws of the respective countries in which I am traveling
Duration
One year; meetings will take place both virtually and in person. Successful applicants will agree to travel during the times below. Travel grants will cover most costs associated with travel.
GERMAN TRAVEL DATES
US TRAVEL DATES
Mid-Atlantic Capital Cardiology Symposium (MACCS)
November 2025 (including November 14-16)
Washington, DC
Mid-Atlantic Capital Cardiology Symposium (MACCS)
November 2025 (including November 14-16)
Washington, DC
ACC.26 ACC Scientific Sessions
March 27-30, 2026
New Orleans, LA
ACC.26 ACC Scientific Sessions
March 27-30, 2026
New Orleans, LA
DGK Herztage Annual Scientific Session
September 2026
DGK Herztage Annual Scientific Session
September 2026
PLANNED PROGRAM
Virtual sessions will last 90 minutes
All sessions Noon-1pm Eastern Time, 1800 Central European Time
OCTOBER 16, 2025 VIRTUAL
Welcome by Maryland ACC Governor and DGK ACC Governor
Program introduction by steering committee members
Comparison of US and German cardiology training pathways
NOVEMBER 2025 (INCLUDING THE 15TH AND 16TH) IN PERSON
