Delaware Chapter of the American College of Cardiology

Join us for the ACC Delaware Chapter Meeting: ACC by the Sea for engaging live education sessions from local, regional, and national experts with Q&A real-time. The educational meeting includes topics of cardio obstetrics, lipids, amyloid, etc., and a chapter update from our Governor Dr. Vinay Hosmane. Participation in this event will earn CME/CNE/and MOC. We look forward to seeing you (IN-PERSON) October 25 – 27, 2024!

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Delaware Chapter of the American College of Cardiology

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