My Career in Cardiology is a dedicated course designed for young cardiologists who want to take their professional development to the next level and build a successful, fulfilling long-term career in cardiology.

While medical education traditionally focuses on clinical knowledge and skills, career development often receives far less attention. This course aims to bridge that gap by providing practical insights, inspiration and guidance for navigating both clinical and academic career pathways.

Why attend?

Shape your career with purpose – gain practical tools to plan and develop your professional path.

Explore different career pathways – discover opportunities in clinical practice, academia, research and leadership.

Learn from experienced cardiologists – benefit from real-life perspectives, personal experiences and valuable career advice.

Develop beyond clinical skills – strengthen communication, leadership, networking and personal development skills.

Build your professional network – connect with peers and experienced colleagues who can support your journey.

Get inspired for the future – reflect on your ambitions, identify opportunities and take the next step in your career.

Your career in cardiology is more than a professional path — it is a journey. Start shaping it today.

Registration fee: 50 EUR

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Day 1, Oct 28th

14:00–14:10
Introduction
Thomas F. Lüscher, UK
Ovidiu Chioncel, RO

14:10  Session 1: How Do I Become a Cardiologist?

Chairs: Bogdan A. Popescu, Bucharest and Chris Plummer, Newcastle

14:10
The Core Curriculum of the ESC and the ESC Cardiology Examinations
Chris Plummer, Newcastle
14:25
What I have to do as resident?
Ioana Sus, Tg. Mures
14:40
How Do I Organize a Stay Abroad?
Razvan Radu, Bucharest
14:55
Panel Discussion
Oliviana Geavlete, Bucharest
15:10–15:30 Coffee Break

15:30  Session 2: Which Specialization Should I Choose?

Chairs: Thomas F. Lüscher, London/Zurich and Dan Dobreanu, Tg. Mures

15:30
The Path to Interventional Cardiology
Dan Deleanu, Bucharest
15:45
The Path to Electrophysiology and Device Therapy?
Dan Dobreanu, Tg. Mures
16:00
Heart Failure as a Specialty
Daniel Lighezan, Timisoara
16:15
Working in Critical Care Unit
Marija Polovina, Belgrade
16:30
Imaging
Bogdan A. Popescu, Bucharest
16:45
A Medical Career in Industry
Carlos Eid, Warsaw
17:00
Working in Private Practice
Dan Gaita, Timisoara
17:15
Panel Discussion
Radu Vatasescu, Bucharest

Day 2, Oct 29th

09:00
The Core Curriculum of Cardiology in Romania and the final examination
Dragos Vinereanu

09:30  Session 3: The Hospital Career

Chairs: Marija Polovina, Belgrade and Elisabeta Badila, Bucharest

09:30
The Path to Senior Physician or Consultant
Ruxandra Jurcut, Bucharest
09:45
What Does It Mean to Lead a Department?
Ovidiu Chioncel, Bucharest
10:00
A Career in Cardiology as a Woman?
Elisabeta Badila, Bucharest
10:15
Panel Discussion
Ruxandra Jurcut
11:00–11:30 Coffee Break

11:30  Session 4: The Academic Career

Chairs: Thomas F. Lüscher, London and Ovidiu Chioncel, Bucharest

11:30
What Makes Good Teaching?
G. A. Dan, Bucharest
11:45
How Do I Organize My Own Research?
Dragos Vinereanu, Bucharest
12:00
How to Become a Leader in Cardiology?
Thomas F. Lüscher, London
12:20
Panel Discussion
Laura Antohi, Bucharest
Closing Remarks: Thomas F. Lüscher and Ovidiu Chioncel