MasterClass – “My Career in Cardiology”, Bucharest 2026
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City
Bucharest, Romania
Type of event
on site
Invitation
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.
Programme
Day 1, October 28th, 2026
| 14:00-14:10 | Introduction: Thomas F. Lüscher, UK and 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 | The Core Curriculum of Cardiology in Romania and the final examination | Dragos Vinereanu, Bucharest |
| 14:40 | What I have to do as residen | Ioana Sus, Tg. Mures |
| 14:55 | How Do I Organize a Stay Abroad? | Andreea Ciobanu, Bucharest |
| 15:10 | Panel discussion | Oliviana Geavlete, Bucharest |
| 16:10-16:30 | COFFEE BREAK | |
| 16:30 | Session 2: Which Specialization Should I Choose? Chairs: Thomas F. Lüscher, London/Zurich, Dan Dobreanu, Tg Mures | |
| 16:30 | The Path to Interventional Cardiology | Dan Deleanu,Bucharest |
| 16:45 | The Path to Electrophysiology and Device therapy? | Dan Dobreanu, Tg Mures |
| 17:00 | Heart Failure as a Specialty | Daniel Lighezan, Timisoara |
| 17:15 | Working in Critical Care Unit | Marija Polovina, Belgrade |
| 17:30 | Imaging | Bogdan A. Popescu, Bucharest |
| 17:45 | A Medical Career in Industry | Carlos Eid, Warsaw |
| 18:00 | Working in private practice | Dan Gaita, Timisoara |
| 18:15 | Panel discussion | Radu Vatasescu, Bucharest |
Day 2, October 29th, 2026
| 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 | Laura Antohi |
| 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 | Ruxandra Jurcut, Bucharest |
| Closing Remarks | Thomas F. Lüscher, and Ovidiu Chioncel | |
*The programme might be subject to change.
General Infomation
Detailed information about the course, registration, and venue can be found HERE!
Registration fee: 50 EUR
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