Namaste

by Jack Lewin December 8, 2008 04:44

ACC had a significantly successful participation in the Cardiovascular Society of India (CSI) annual meeting in Chennai (formerly Madras) this week. This was our first major delegation foray into India. This was an excellent opportunity to strengthen our relationship with our Indian colleagues, and particularly the increasing numbers of FACCs there. There were many positive CSI side meetings about future educational partnerships. Our willingness to participate, despite the horrific attacks in Mumbai last week, was greatly appreciated by CSI. And, the courage of the ACC group was remarkable, in particular after we learned while there the hotel our delegation was in was reportedly a target of a second team of assailants, according to intercepted satellite intelligence messages. Indian authorities redoubled security measures at the hotel and the conference. But despite all that, every one of the ACC lectures were delivered as promised—no one ditched. My thanks to Dr. Jagat Narula and the other staff and volunteer members of our group for their perseverance in the face of terrorism and their outstanding commitment to quality science and cardiovascular care. Suffice it to say, we are all glad to be safely home.

Comments

Add comment


 

  Country flag


  • Comment
  • Preview
Loading



Powered by BlogEngine.NET 1.4.5.0
Theme by Mads Kristensen

ACC in Touch for ACC.10, i2 Summit

Learn more about what's in store for ACC.10 and i2 Summit 2010, brought to you by ACC in Touch, ACC's social media campaign!

Twitter Updates from ACC.10, i2 Summit


Share your Story: 2010 Physician Fee Schedule

Take action on the final 2010 Physician Fee Schedule through the Campaign for Patient Access and then share your story.  How would the cuts impact the way you practice medicine?

About the author

Jack Lewin has been chief executive office of the American College of Cardiology since November 2006. Under his leadership the College has continued to build upon its standing as a national leader in advocacy, with a particular focus on reforming Medicare, Medicaid, and the financing and delivery of quality health care. Learn more about Dr. Lewin.

Recent Comments

Comment RSS

Calendar

<<  March 2010  >>
MoTuWeThFrSaSu
22232425262728
1234567
891011121314
15161718192021
22232425262728
2930311234

View posts in large calendar

TextBox