President's Messagejune 2024Greetings Virginia chapter members! Summer is upon us and for many that means camps for the kids, a trip to the beach, and backyard barbecues. I would like to add just one more item to your summer to-do list: providing input on the new Board of Cardiovascular Medicine proposed by the ACC and other cardiology groups. As many of you know, the house of cardiology has, in a big decision, decided to separate from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). After many years of frustration with the ABIM certification and maintenance of certification processes, as well as inflexibility in reacting to the rapidly-changing landscape of clinical cardiology, the time has come for cardiology to chart its own course with cardiology providers at the helm (you can read more at CV Board). While this will hopefully help usher in an era of change that will improve various aspects of our work lives, the transition to this new CV Board will first require approval after an extensive review. The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has announced a public comment period seeking input on the new, independent Board of Cardiovascular Medicine. The comment period is a critical part of the ABMS application review and an important opportunity for the cardiovascular community, hospitals and health systems, patients and other stakeholders to show their support for the new Board and engage in the decision-making process. I strongly encourage you to submit comments of your support and how this specialized Board of Cardiovascular Medicine would benefit you, your hospital, practice and/or your patients. Click here to start the comment submission process (comments are due by July 24) Thank you for your time and have a great summer! Victor Soukoulis, MD, PhD, FACC President, Virginia Chapter ACC | VIRGINIA CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGYOur purpose is to contribute to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, to ensure optimal quality of care for individuals with such diseases, and to foster the highest professional ethical standards.
ACTION NEEDED:ABMS Seeking Comments on the Proposed CV BoardThe American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has announced the start of a 90-day Public Comment Period seeking input on the new, independent Board of Cardiovascular Medicine proposed by the ACC, American Heart Association, Heart Failure Society of America, Heart Rhythm Society and The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions. The comment period is a critical part of the ABMS application review and an important opportunity for the cardiovascular community, hospitals and health systems, patients and other stakeholders to show their support for the new Board and engage in the decision-making process. All comments must be submitted electronically by July 24. In addition to providing basic identifying information, including your name and email, the comment form consists of three main questions: 1) Do you agree with the creation of a new American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine; 2) Does the new Board meet ABMS requirements for initial certification; and 3) Does the new Board meet ABMS requirements for continuous certification? Along with indicating your agreement, the form includes opportunities to provide any comments related to your responses, as well as a chance to upload a letter or document. Additional comments on the ways a specialized, independent Board of Cardiovascular Medicine would benefit you, your hospital, practice and/or your patients are strongly encouraged. To submit your comments, as well as access detailed FAQs, on-demand webinars and a listing of the initial Board of Directors, visit CVBoard.org. In addition, we encourage you to help spread the word about the comment period using the social media graphic and sample messaging below. Should you need any additional communication support, please contact Shalen Fairbanks (sfairban@acc.org).VCACC is proud be the official international exchange partner with the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS).
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