Florida Chapter, American College of Cardiology OUR HISTORY The Florida Chapter became the first chapter of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and was awarded non-profit status in the state of Florida on September 29th, 1987. A group of Florida heart specialists saw the need for a state cardiovascular society in order to be represented at the Florida Medical Association (FMA). In addition, these first chapter members knew that an organization that would focus on issues in the practice, regulatory and legislative arena exclusively in the state of Florida would benefit patient care. Click here for the FCACC Bylaws. OUR MISSION The mission of the American College of Cardiology is to advocate for quality cardiovascular care—through education, research promotion, development and application of standards and guidelines—and to influence health care policy. OUR MEMBERSHIP Over 950 practicing physician members of the American College of Cardiology and 150 members of the cardiac care team who reside and work in Florida are members of the chapter. Membership in ACC is based on outstanding credentials, achievements, and community contributions to cardiovascular medicine. JOINING THE FLORIDA CHAPTER ACC members wishing to join the Florida Chapter should call the ACC Resource Center at 800-253-4636 for current dues rates and payment options or cut and paste the following web address in your browser to pay online: http://ecom.acc.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Dues_Renewal&template=/Security/Login.cfm