Cardiology Interest Group of Jerusalem

The Cardiology Interest Group of Jerusalem (CARDIG–Jerusalem) is the officially recognized cardiology interest group operating under formal recognition from the American College of Cardiology (ACC). CARDIG–Jerusalem functions as an academic and professional platform for medical students and interns who are dedicated to advancing education, research, and clinical excellence in cardiovascular medicine. The group’s mission is to nurture future cardiologists by fostering rigorous academic scholarship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership grounded in ethics and service. Its core activities include organizing educational symposia, research initiatives, community health campaigns, clinical workshops, and collaborative events at the national and international levels. Scope of Work CARDIG–Jerusalem is structured into three key functional divisions: Executive Board: Provides overall governance, strategic planning, external relations, and official representation of CARDIG–Jerusalem in national and international forums. Responsible for coordination with the American College of Cardiology and institutional partners. Cardioscience Division: Leads academic programming, including scientific lectures, journal clubs, research development, case discussions, and clinical teaching activities. Oversees collaborations with researchers, clinicians, and ACC faculty mentors. Cardiosupport Division: Manages internal operations, media, public relations, digital content, member services, event logistics, and community outreach. Responsible for creating an inclusive and engaging environment for members and the broader public. As the sole ACC-recognized cardiology interest group at Al-Quds University, CARDIG–Jerusalem is committed to contributing meaningfully to the global cardiovascular community and to improving cardiovascular health.