Application Is Open
Apply Now for the CRF® 29th Annual Interventional Cardiology Fellows Course
Sponsored by the Cardiovascular Research Foundation®
The course can accommodate a limited number of eligible fellows who apply. CRF, the course sponsor, will consider current fellows in training from anywhere in the world. Note that only a small number of complimentary spots is available to fellows outside the United States, Canada, and Mexico. To be considered, all candidates must complete an application with supporting documentation.
Please read the below information carefully to learn about qualifying applicant criteria.
Course organizers will review completed applications on a first-come, first-served basis. Notification dates are displayed below.
Selected applicants for Fellows 2024 must attend all assigned sessions and activities.
Application Is Closed
Did you Submit Your Completed Application After the Applicable Deadline?
CRF® will consider your application if space is still available. Priority will still be based on tier status and date of submission. Notification will be rolling, based on date of submission.
Application, registration, and attendance at Fellows 2024 are subject to CRF’s Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
CRF® Has You Covered!
All fellows accepted via the application process are:
- Awarded full scholarships to cover the course registration fee.
- Provided hotel accommodations for applicable program dates.
- Reimbursed for qualified travel expenses up to US$450.
Application Information
Overview
- You must meet all the criteria of one of the tier categories listed below. Please read them carefully.
- You must apply as a fellow of the fellowship program in which you are enrolled at the time of the Fellows Course in April 2024.
- Criteria for consideration are as follow:
- Tier status (see below).
- Date of completed application.
- Space availability.
- You must commit to attend all your assigned sessions and activities at Fellows 2024.
Find Your Tier
TIER 1
- Current fellow in an interventional cardiology OR in an advanced interventional program (CHIP, structural, endovascular, research).
- Enrolled in a ACGME-accredited program OR a non-ACGME-accredited program.
- Has NOT previously attended the CRF Fellows Course.
- Note: Spots for fellows enrolled in programs outside of the US, Mexico and Canada are limited to the first 20 eligible applicants.
Application Deadline:* Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Notifications Issued: Week of Monday, February 12, 2024
TIER 2
- Current fellow in final year (3rd or 4th year) of cardiovascular disease/general cardiology program.
- Enrolled in a ACGME-accredited OR a non-ACGME-accredited program in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.
- Confirmed acceptance to an interventional cardiology fellowship.
- Has NOT previously attended the CRF Fellows Course.
Application Deadline:* Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Notifications Issued: Week of Monday, February 19, 2024
TIER 3
- Current fellow in final year (3rd or 4th year) of cardiovascular disease/general cardiology program.
- Enrolled in a ACGME-accredited OR a non-ACGME-accredited program in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.
- Has NOT previously attended the CRF Fellows Course.
Application Deadline:* Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Notifications Issued: Week of Monday, February 19, 2024
TIER 4
- Fellows who qualify for Tiers 1-3 who have previously attended the CRF Fellows Course (preference given by tier).
Application Deadline:* Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Notifications Issued: Week of Monday, February 26, 2024
*A Note About Deadlines
Did You Submit Your Completed Application by the Applicable Deadline?
You will receive a decision by the stated notification date.
Did you Submit Your Completed Application After the Applicable Deadline?
CRF will consider your application if space is still available. Priority will still be based on tier status and date of submission. Notification will be rolling, based on date of submission.
If all spots for the application-based fellows are filled, fellows can attend by registering as an attendee.
Assemble the Required Supporting Documentation
The following documents must be provided with your application. Missing or incomplete documentation will delay your application.
ALL TIERS
- Completed Program Director’s Endorsement Form (CRF Provided Template):
- For the Fellowship program you are CURRENTLY in at the time of the Fellows Course (April 2024)
- Signed by your current program director.
TIER 2 (including if applicable for Tier 4)
- Completed Program Director Form (CRF Provided Template):
- For the Fellowship program you are CURRENTLY in at the time of the Fellows Course (April 2024)
- Signed by your current program director.
- Letter showing acceptance into a Tier 1 program immediately following your current fellowship program.
Notifications will be issued the week of the dates displayed above for each tier. Please do not contact CRF until that week has passed and/or book any travel or hotel prior to receiving notification.
If you do not fall into one of the above tiers, including first- and second-year cardiovascular disease/general cardiology fellows, you can register as an attendee. Please refer to the registration page for more details.
Travel, Accommodations, and Reimbursement
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation will reimburse coach airfare up to US$400 with required documentation.
Do not book travel prior to receiving an acceptance. If accepted, you will be given detailed booking instructions for your travel. CRF will make hotel reservations on your behalf.
If you are accepted, your spot in Fellows 2024 is not confirmed unless and until you make your travel reservation by the deadline stated in your acceptance letter.
You must attend all assigned sessions and activities at Fellows 2024 to be eligible for reimbursement.
Reimbursements, if applicable, will be processed up to 10 weeks after the completion of the course.
You will receive additional details about expense reimbursement if you are accepted.
You must arrive in Las Vegas on Thursday, April 11, by 3:30 PM (PDT)
You can depart any time after 2:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, April 14.
Early check-in is based on availability and early check-in fee (not reimbursable) may apply.
Arrival and departure times are subject to change and will be confirmed after acceptance to the course.
- Reservation: CRF will book and pay for three (3) nights at the Resorts World Las Vegas (room and tax only) for the nights of the program only. Do not book your hotel independently. CRF will not cover or reimburse for reservations made on your own.
You must be at least 21 years of age and will be required to show a valid government-issued ID upon check-in.
Credit Card: You will need to provide a credit card upon arrival to guarantee your hotel booking.
Cancellation Charge: If you cancel your attendance at Fellows 2024 in writing up to three days prior to your scheduled arrival date (see cancellation policy below), you will not be charged for the hotel. If you cancel less than three days before scheduled arrival, you will be charged the one-night room fee and tax. CRF will not reimburse you for this fee.
Hotel Resort Fee: Resorts World Las Vegas has a mandatory daily hotel resort fee of US$42 per day, per room, which is discounted from the standard rate. This fee is not reimbursable by CRF. See the FAQ below for a list of services included in the resort fee.
Early Check-In Fee: If you wish to check in prior to 4:00 PM and your room is available, you may be charged an early check-in fee. CRF will not reimburse you for this fee.
Additional Occupant Fee: With the exception of children 12 years of age and under staying with an adult, an additional charge of US$35 per night will be assessed for each occupant in excess of two (2). CRF will not reimburse you for this fee.
Cancellation Policy
You must email [email protected] immediately with your cancellation request.
You will not be reimbursed for any expenses — including transportation and hotel cancellation fees — if you cancel your attendance.
You must cancel your hotel reservation by reaching out to [email protected] — otherwise you will be invoiced for a fee of one night room and tax. CRF will not reimburse you for this charge.
Application Process FAQ
You will receive three emails:
- First email will confirm that we received your application and that it is under review.
- Second email will either a) confirm your application is complete, or b) notify you that you need to provide necessary additional information.
- Third email will notify you if you have been accepted to the course (and will include further instructions), or if your application was declined.
No. Do not contact CRF to confirm your documentation has been received. We will contact you if we have not received your documents by the deadline. Be sure to follow the uploading instructions. Do not mail or fax your documents to CRF.
Please refer to the tier categories above.
Tier 1 — Week of Monday, February 12
Tier 2 — Week of Monday, February 19
Tier 3 — Week of Monday, February 19
Tier 4 — Week of Monday, February 26
Early notifications/acceptances will NOT be issued. Notification dates only apply if you have completed your application by the stated deadline.
Your emailed acceptance letter includes important information about making travel arrangements (including required arrival and departure times), and hotel accommodations.
Please note, your spot in Fellows 2024 is not confirmed unless and until you make your travel reservation (based on applicable guidelines) by the deadline stated in your acceptance letter.
- Your emailed acceptance letter includes important information about booking your travel (including required arrival and departure times) and about travel reimbursement. You must book your air travel through Concur, the CRF travel vendor. You will need to provide valid credit card information.
- You must book your travel by the deadline stated in your acceptance email. If you miss the deadline, your spot at Fellows 2024 will be forfeited and given to another qualifying fellow.
No. Do not book a flight or hotel room prior to receiving an acceptance email. You will not be reimbursed unless you use the CRF-specified vendor.
CRF will book and pay for three nights of lodging, coinciding with the Fellows 2024 program, at Resorts World Las Vegas (room and tax only). Do not book your hotel independently. You will receive detailed information in your acceptance email. All incidentals, including the resort fee, are the responsibility of the hotel guest.
Standard rooms at Resorts World Las Vegas are equipped with one king bed or two queen beds and will be assigned based on availability. Maximum occupancy per room is four. With the exception of children 12 years of age and under staying with an adult, an additional charge of US$35.00 per night will be assessed for each occupant in excess of two. CRF will not reimburse you for this fee.
Resorts World Las Vegas charges a mandatory, daily hotel resort fee of US$42 per day, per room. This fee will be charged to your credit card and is not reimbursable by CRF. The fee includes:
- Guest Wi-Fi/internet access
- Smart TV casting ability
- PressReader app (access to thousands of newspapers and magazines)
- Unlimited local and toll-free calls
- 10% off spa or fitness retail merchandise ($100 min)
- 5% off spa or fitness treatments ($230 min)
- 5% off Cabana Experience ($800 + food and beverage minimum)
- 5% off 2-Pool Experience ($200 food and beverage minimum)
- You must attend the entire Fellows 2024 program to be eligible for reimbursement. You will not be reimbursed if you do not attend all three days or if you miss sessions or scheduled activities.
- You will be reimbursed the cost of airfare up to US$400 after you attend the full meeting, submit an online evaluation, and submit the CRF reimbursement form.
- If you choose to drive to Las Vegas to attend Fellows 2024, you will be reimbursed for vehicle mileage (at prevailing IRS rate).
- You will receive an email with additional information and parameters about travel.
- You will receive full instructions about reimbursement after the conclusion of Fellows 2024.
These expenses are not reimbursable:
- Ground transportation to/from the airport and to/from the hotel.
- Local transportation.
- Hotel incidentals.
- Airline baggage fees.
- Meals outside of Fellows Course functions.
- Guests' travel and/or expenses.
- Hotel resort fee.
- Extra-person charges at the hotel.
- Cancellation fees imposed by hotel or airline.
- Miscellaneous expenses.
Yes! You can register as an attendee. Refer to your decision notification email for instructions on how to register as an attendee. When registering you will see the question, “Are you currently enrolled in a qualifying fellowship program?” Select NO and follow the registration steps. Please contact [email protected] for further information.
Protecting the health and safety of all attendees remains our top priority. To promote the safety of everyone at the conference, CRF will follow all CDC guidelines, state and local requirements for in-person gatherings, and any additional restrictions in place at the venue at the time of the event. We will update, as necessary, to reflect a changed environment.
You must not attend the conference (or must immediately leave the conference) if you have recently been exposed to COVID-19 or experience symptoms of COVID-19 during or within 10 days of the start of the conference. Symptoms include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.