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Interactive, case-based sessions designed to reflect real-world cardiology challenges. Participants dive into high-yield discussions led by expert cardiologists, enhancing their ability to interpret diagnostics, manage complex cardiovascular conditions, and prepare for board certification with confidence.
The Cardiology Board Discussions have featured accomplished cardiology faculty and specialists from top institutions around the world. These sessions foster a dynamic learning environment where participants tackle intricate cases, review the latest ACC/AHA guidelines, and strengthen evidence-based clinical decision-making.
Whether you’re a fellow preparing for board exams, an early-career cardiologist seeking structured case review, or a seasoned mentor eager to share your expertise — these sessions provide a valuable platform to connect, learn, and advance excellence in cardiovascular care.
Join our interactive sessions where recent, high-impact cardiology research is critically reviewed and discussed. Led by expert faculty, participants enhance their evidence-based practice, stay current with evolving ACC/AHA guidelines, and engage in thoughtful academic exchange. The ABCDE Cardiology Journal Club is an essential resource for cardiology fellows, practicing cardiologists, and internal medicine physicians dedicated to continuous learning and clinical excellence.
Experience U.S. clinical practice firsthand. Our rotations connect Egyptian medical graduates and residents with board-certified physicians for short-term observerships, offering exposure to patient care, mentorship, and valuable preparation for U.S. residency.
Bringing together aspiring fellows and experienced oncologists to share knowledge, offer guidance, and build lasting professional connections. Through mentorship, we empower the next generation while creating a community of support, growth, and shared success in oncology.
Connecting passionate cardiology researchers, clinicians, and trainees to collaborate on impactful cardiovascular research.
Through shared expertise and dedicated mentorship, we support projects that advance scientific understanding, strengthen research skills, and build enduring academic partnerships.
Together, we transform ideas into meaningful publications and discoveries that improve heart health around the world.

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You are welcome to be part of any of our projects. You m ay join in an educational session like Boards or Journal Club. You may also join as a mentor in our mentorship program or guide the next generation throught clinical rotations or research groups. To Join one of those projects, you may click Here!
The Journal Club and Boards Projects consist of 5 teams:
1- Chapter Director
2- Chapter Coordinator
3- Reviewing Committee
4- Event Planning Team
5- Speakers/Panelists
Step 1: Call for presentations submission.
Step 2: Presentations Collection and Tracking.
Step 3: Review Process.
Step 4: Speakers and Panelists invitation.
Step 5: Event Preparation
You can use the button above to submit your presentation. You may click Here!
We welcome all interested physicians, trainees, and healthcare professionals to submit presentations for our Board Review Sessions and Journal Club.
Whether you’re a medical student with a compelling article, a resident preparing for boards, or an experienced clinician with a high-yield case or recent research — your contribution is valuable.
Our goal is to create a collaborative and engaging learning environment where everyone has the opportunity to participate, present, and grow — regardless of level or specialty background.
Once your case is submitted, our Chapter Coordinator logs it into our system and sends you a confirmation email. After a few cases are collected, they are reviewed anonymously by our expert committee using a structured rubric that considers clinical value, uniqueness, and educational relevance.
The top 1–2 cases are selected for presentation in the upcoming session. At that point, the Chapter Director and Coordinator invite relevant speakers or panelists to join the event based on the case content. You’ll be kept informed throughout the process and may be invited to co-present or contribute during the discussion.
We invite experienced physicians to join our one-on-one online mentorship program, where mentors guide Egyptian applicants through the residency or fellowship application process. This includes reviewing personal statements, refining CVs, and improving interview skills.
Your role is to share insights, offer personalized support, and help future trainees navigate the path to U.S. medical training — one session at a time.
We welcome our mentors who are willing to host Egyptian medical graduates for clinical rotations or observerships at their U.S. institutions. These experiences offer invaluable exposure to the U.S. healthcare system and help students build clinical skills, confidence, and strong letters of recommendation.
If you’re open to mentoring future doctors through hands-on clinical experience, Join Here!
In our program, each mentor leads a small research group of 4–7 Egyptian medical graduates or trainees. Together, they work on a clinical research project — from idea development and literature review to data analysis and manuscript preparation.
The mentor provides guidance, sets expectations, and helps shape the project toward publication or presentation. It’s a collaborative model designed to foster learning, build research skills, and produce meaningful academic work.
The Reviewing Committee is responsible for evaluating submitted cases using a structured rubric based on educational value, clinical relevance, innovation, and feasibility. They select the top 1–2 cases for presentation in each session and may offer feedback on others.
They also serve an advisory role by recommending speakers or panelists and ensuring the selected content aligns with ABCDE’s educational mission. The committee typically includes 3–5 physicians with subspecialty expertise from both the U.S. and Egypt, ensuring diverse and balanced perspectives.
The Chapter Director oversees all operations within their specialty chapter. They make final decisions on case selection and speaker invitations, coordinate with the ABCDE Executive Team, and help identify and invite panelists for each session. Their leadership ensures the chapter stays organized, educational, and impactful.
Speakers and panelists lead the case discussion, sharing clinical insights, key learning points, and evidence-based practices. They may also co-present the case, engage in audience Q&A, and help make the session interactive and educational.
Panelists are selected for their subject-matter expertise and strong communication skills.
American Board Certified Doctors for Egypt is a US based nonprofit organization that connects Egyptian physicians in the US with their counterparts in Egypt and all over the world with the goal of enhancing Egypt’s healthcare and medical education systems.