ACC, MedAxiom CEO resigns

Michael Walter | | Cardiovascular Business | Patient Care
Timothy W. Attebery

Attebery

Timothy W. Attebery, DSc, MBA, has resigned as CEO of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and MedAxiom. The move come as “the result of changing personal and family priorities,” according to an official statement from the ACC.

“We thank Tim for his passion and tireless work for the College's mission and vision over the last year and a half,” said ACC President Athena Poppas, MD. “We wish him well in his future endeavors.”

The ACC Board of Trustees (BOT) has named Cathleen Gates the interim CEO. Cathy has previously served the organization in a number of positions, even working as an interim CEO once before in 2017-2018.

“While Tim will be missed, the BOT has the utmost confidence in Cathy's strong and adept leadership,” Poppas said. “She, along with the talented ACC staff, will continue to ensure that the College's operational effectiveness and strategic direction are aligned to meet the needs of our members around the globe.”

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Michael has more than 18 years of experience as a professional writer and editor. He has written at length about cardiology, radiology, artificial intelligence and other key healthcare topics.

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