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Fellowships

Your journey to becoming a Fellow of the ESC starts here

This is how your story unfolds

Become part of our prestigious community

Every great achievement begins with a commitment. For healthcare professionals who have dedicated their careers to advancing cardiovascular medicine, FESC is more than a title – it’s a recognition of excellence and a gateway to a global community. Imagine joining a network of peers who share your passion for innovation, integrity, and patient care. This is what Fellowship offers: a place where your contributions matter and your voice helps shape the future of cardiology.
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How to apply

Your next step toward excellence begins with you

The path to Fellowship is rigorous and rewarding. Choose the track that reflects your contribution:
  • Scientific Excellence
  • Clinical Excellence
  • Nursing & Allied Professional Excellence
Submit your application and supporting documents via My ESC. Becoming a Fellow means joining a respected community with exclusive benefits from networking and leadership roles to priority access to ESC resources.

 

Benefits and privileges for Fellows of the ESC

Elevate your professional journey

Join a distinguished network of over 4,300 ESC Fellows leaders who drive progress in cardiology through congresses, research, education, and advocacy.

Here are just some of the exclusive benefits you will enjoy:
    • Global recognition and respect.
    • Complimentary registration to ESC Congress and premium services when you are there
    • Online ESC journals and unlimited access to ESC 365 resources and webinars.
    • Using the prestigious FESC title in your signature.
Fellowship is not just an honour it’s your platform to lead, learn, and make a lasting difference.
 

 

Subspecialty Fellowships

Meet our associations that recognise brilliance

Fellow of the Association for Acute CardioVascular Care (FACVC)

Being selected as an ACVC Fellow signifies to your peers and colleagues that you have achieved a high level of excellence and integrity in your professional field. In addition, Fellows enjoy exclusive benefits. The application period is open from 15 June to 15 October each year.

Fellow of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (FEACVI)

Applications for EACVI Fellowship, a mark of excellence in cardiovascular imaging, open 15 June–15 October each year. It recognises EACVI Members who have excelled clinically, educationally, or organisationally and undergo a peer-review process.

Fellows of the European Heart Rhythm Association (FEHRA)

Recognising excellence through EHRA Fellowship. The application period is open from 1 August to 15 October each year.

Fellows of the HFA

Join a select group and get recognition for your professional achievements. The application period opens on 13 September and closes on 31 October each year.

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