RISE
Support your career advancement
RISE was created to give women physicians a unique forum to connect and learn in support of a continued journey toward equity in medicine. The annual in-person conference launched in 2023 focuses on professional development training for women in medicine. RISE offers a unique opportunity to build non-clinical skills critical to career advancement and success.
Regroup
RISE offers a unique opportunity for women cardiologists to unite, share knowledge, and collaborate. By fostering meaningful relationships and building consensus on best practices, RISE supports the mission of advancing gender equity in medicine.
Inspire
RISE seeks to empower women cardiologists by bringing together experts from within and outside the medical field. These diverse perspectives inspire attendees to reflect on their role in effecting meaningful change in the field of medicine. RISE aims to help women physicians to break down barriers and achieve their full potential.
Strengthen
RISE offers a thoughtfully planned mix of didactic sessions, workshops, and case-based discussions, with solution-focused sessions led by expert faculty. Conference attendees strengthen their skills and chart their strategic paths forward by leveraging cross-specialty and cross-industry expertise for professional success
Energize
RISE attendees leave the conference reenergized and ready to apply new solutions in their own professional journey. Together, we RISE to meet the challenges before us, knowing that by working together, we can achieve our goals and create a better future for all.
Revisiting past conferences
RISE @ ESC Congress 2024
The RISE conference returned for its second edition in partnership with The European Society of Cardiology, alongside the ESC Congress in London. RISE 2024 Program Directors Professor Barbara Casadei, Dr. Roxana Mehran and Dr. Azin Parhizgar addressed women’s underrepresentation in leadership roles in both academic and clinical settings, creating an agenda that inspired attendees to “Lead By Design.” Experts from the world of business and medicine shared their expertise and practical tips on topics including negotiation, conflict resolution, mentorship and more.
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Why RISE matters
RISE 2023
The inaugural RISE Conference took place in February 2023 in New York City. Sessions included candid panel discussions with department chiefs, funding organizations, and industry sponsors to highlight existing opportunities for women cardiologists, and identify the changes that are still needed. We were joined by three incredible keynote speakers, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt, Eric Collins and Geena Davis!
A few words from our community
The RISE meeting at ESC Congress was amazing. It focused on professional development for women in cardiology in a seminar-type format with hands-on role-playing sessions. Such an inspiring and practical experience – thank you very much to the organisers!
Professor Martine Gilard, MD, PhD, FESC
Emeritus Professor of Cardiology, Brest University, France
The second edition of the RISE Conference was phenomenal! I left the conference with a full heart, confidence and many tools to navigate the cardio world as a woman!
Alexandra Bastiany, MD FRCPC DRCPSC
Interventional Cardiologist, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, Canada
I could not imagine a better start to this year’s ESC Congress in London than with RISE @ ESC Congress 2024. Thank you Women As One and the European Society of Cardiology for this absolutely amazing day. This kind of perfectly framed and sincere female empowerment makes me see a bright future a lot clearer. I can’t wait for the next RISE event to come.
Dr. Julia Lueg
Cardiology resident, Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité, Berlin, Germany
Incredible day talking mentorship, negotiation & conflict resolution, & changing institutional culture so that women in cardiology can rise! Met some truly inspiring women from across the globe.
Elizabeth Epstein, MD
Chief Cardiology Fellow, Scripps Integrative Cardiology, USA
Related FAQs
What is RISE?
Launched in 2023, RISE is an annual in-person conference developed to provide a unique forum for professional development training for women in healthcare. RISE offers participants an opportunity to build non-clinical skills critical to career advancement. Learn more about RISE here.
Is RISE only for women?
While the content presented at RISE is designed for women in medicine, we know that true parity cannot be achieved without the participation of male allies. As such, we welcome participation from men who are committed to the advancement of women into leadership roles.
What is the format of the RISE conference?
RISE is a full-day, in-person conference comprised of interactive sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and more, all focused on a key aspect of professional development for women physicians.
Will RISE be back for 2025?
We’re already busy planning for RISE 2025, so watch this space!
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RISE @ ESC Congress 2024
Event Date – August 29 2024
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