Career Launchpad: Inspiring Futures in Science and Art
We are thrilled to announce Career Launchpad, a dynamic roundtable discussion designed to inspire and guide young minds. Based on suggestions from students, this event brings together prominent personalities from diverse fields of science and art to share their insights and experiences.
💡 What to expect:
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Motivation and guidance: Learn what drives success in various fields, from setting goals to overcoming challenges, and discover strategies to navigate your career journey.
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Expert panel: Gain inspiration from four distinguished experts in arts and sciences, joining us from the US and Europe to share their personal stories and professional advice.
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Student-led interaction: Two talented young moderators will kick off the session with a brief presentation on Romania’s educational system before leading a thought-provoking discussion with our panelists.
This is your chance to explore diverse career paths, connect with experienced professionals, and gain practical advice tailored to your aspirations.
📅 Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event. Let’s launch your career together!
Meet the Experts
14 December 2024, 9:00 EST, 16:00 EET
Format: Online (Zoom)
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-yurT8pGdZSLRtzR2V5LaaqylKvIitq
E Kevin Heist, MD PhD - Dr. Heist is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Associate Physician in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), where he directs the Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship Program. After earning his MD and PhD from Stanford and an MMSc from Harvard/MIT, he completed residency at UC San Francisco and fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Cardiac Electrophysiology at MGH. Board-certified in both fields, his clinical and research work focuses on catheter ablation of arrhythmias, cardiac device therapy, and related innovations. Dr. Heist has published over 150 peer-reviewed papers and is a frequent speaker at international conferences.
James Januzzi, MD - Dr. Januzzi is the Hutter Family Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Chief Scientific Officer at the Baim Institute for Clinical Research where he is also the C. Michael Gibson Chair. Since 2000, he has been a key member of the Cardiology Division at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). A graduate of New York Medical College, he completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and his Cardiology fellowship at MGH. His expertise focuses on heart failure, coronary artery disease, and the use of cardiac biomarker testing to improve patient care. As a clinician, researcher, and educator, Dr. Januzzi has authored over 800 peer-reviewed manuscripts and has edited five textbooks; he is among the top 1% most highly cited researchers with nearly 130000 citations. He is a Deputy Editor at the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and has served as the Cardiology Consultant for the Boston Red Sox since 2005.
Craig McPherson, MD, Clinical Professor at Yale University (Emeritus), has been a leader in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology for over 40 years. After earning degrees from Columbia (AB) and Tufts (MD), where he completed Internal Medicine training, he trained in Cardiology and Electrophysiology at Yale. He joined the Yale faculty in 1983, establishing an EP Service at the West Haven Veterans Medical Center. In 1992, he moved to Yale-affiliated Bridgeport Hospital, where he established the EP Service in 1992, and directed the Cardiology Fellowship Program for 28 years. A Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (ACC), Dr. McPherson has served as a site principal investigator for 25 clinical trials and mentored over 75 student and trainee research projects. He is the Immediate Past-President of the Connecticut Chapter of the ACC.
Jagmeet P. Singh, MD DPhil - Dr. Singh is a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), where he founded the Resynchronization and Advanced Cardiac Therapeutics Program. A former Clinical Director of MGH’s Cardiology Division, he trained in medicine and electrophysiology at MGH, earned a doctorate from Oxford, and pursued advanced studies in clinical investigation and AI at MIT. An internationally recognized expert, he has led global clinical trials, authored over 450 publications, and delivered 700+ lectures worldwide. His current work focuses on healthcare redesign, digital health, AI, and medical device innovation. In his book Future Care: Sensors, Artificial Intelligence, and the Reinvention of Medicine, Dr. Singh explores how AI and digital health technologies are revolutionizing healthcare.
Moderators
Csilla Andrea Apetrei, MD - Csilla is a fifth-year cardiology fellow and a PhD student at Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She embarked on a career in academic medicine and became assistant professor of medicine in 2024.
Eric Daniel Blendea - Eric is a junior in high school at Emil Racovita National College in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, with aspirations in computer science. Passionate about guiding peers, he is dedicated to helping fellow students navigate and define their career paths.
Event organized by
Csilla Andrea Apetrei, MD, Eric Daniel Blendea
Andreea Inceu, MD is a third-year cardiology fellow and a PhD student at Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Opting for a career in academic medicine, she returned to the same medical school where she had once studied, this time as an assistant professor of medicine.
Madalina Moldovan, MD is a fourth-year cardiology fellow and a PhD student at Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She is highly regarded by both her mentors and peers for her exceptional natural ability to teach and inspire students and residents. She, too, is assistant professor of medicine.
Nectarie Pașca - Nectarie is a high school student at Emil Racovita National College in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, with a passion for astronomy. Eager to inspire others, Nectarie is committed to helping peers explore their interests and reach for the stars in their career journeys.
Dan Blendea, MD PhD, Professor of Medicine, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, founder of Cluj Cardiology International Workshop.
Program Agenda
1. Opening Remarks (5 minutes)
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Welcome and Introductions:
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Greetings by moderators
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Brief overview of the session's objectives.
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Purpose of the Event:
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Inspire students to explore and pursue rewarding careers in life sciences.
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Highlight the significance of resilience, innovation, and adaptability in the field.
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2. Romania's Educational Pathway in Life Sciences (5 minutes)
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Presentation Highlights:
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Overview of Romania's educational system and its structure for life sciences.
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Challenges and opportunities students may encounter.
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3. Expert Panel Discussion (45 minutes)
a. Moderator-Led Q&A (15 minutes)
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Thought-provoking questions posed by moderators to the panel.
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Topics include:
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Career motivations and inspirations.
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Growth areas in life sciences.
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b. Panelist Narratives and Advice (20 minutes)
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Expert Narratives:
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Each of the four panelists shares their unique journey in life sciences, addressing:
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Their initial inspiration and motivation to join the field.
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Obstacles encountered and strategies for overcoming them.
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Lessons learned throughout their career.
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Practical Guidance for Students:
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Panelists offer actionable advice tailored to students at the beginning of their career journey.
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c. Interactive Student Q&A (10 minutes)
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Student-Driven Questions:
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Questions submitted in advance or during the session (via Zoom chat).
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Moderators will select and pose relevant queries to the panel.
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4. Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways (5 minutes)
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Summary of Key Points:
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Recap of the most impactful insights shared by the panel.
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Emphasis on perseverance and adaptability as essential traits in life sciences.
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