Sam O. Jones

Father of 3 (husband of 1), Cardiac EP, Incoming board of Trustee, American College Cardiology. Keeping optimistic but realistic

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Great panel serving major inspiration on breaking out of pure clinical EP into research, leadership, business, bigger impact roles.
If you’re an #EPeep eyeing new horizons, this was a can’t miss !
With @nbwiggins @NinoIsakadze @GDandamudiMD @avolgman @drjohnm
#ACC26 #EPeeps

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

@medtmaddox Tom Maddox on the medicolegal risks of AI in medicine:
• Unlike a statin, AI evolves over time — it’s not the same tool that was tested and approved by regulators. ⚠️
• Regulation is essential, but real oversight will always be local.
• The next big issue? Keeping a human firmly in the loop.
• Bottom line: Know your workflow inside out.

Important discussion for all clinicians using AI.
@medtmaddox @ACCinTouch @JACCJournals @sri_adu @jlinderbaum @leftbundle, @AshleyBeecyMD
#ACC26 #CardioTwitter #AI #DigitalHealth

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Hey all you #Epeeps (and even #nonEpeeps )— you at #ACC26 in New Orleans?
Tired of the same old crowded sessions? Come swing by this awesome poster session — it’s so good, even @drjohnm gave it his stamp of approval! 🔥

[John Mandrola, MD @drjohnm]

@nbwiggins @ACCinTouch @SamOJonesMD @noshreza @SanChris999 @aayshacader @dredcronin @DrSeanDunn @MonicaVerdoia @ZainAsadCardOnc @KTamirisaMD @DrJCheungEP These are cool cases

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

The cardiology workforce is stretched and some are burning out, AI may take over, and EP/cath labs are moving to strip malls.
What is happening ?
I had a great discussion w @BeckersHR on some thoughts on the future of cardiology . #Cardiology #MedTwitter #AIinHealthcare #ASC

[Becker's Hospital Review @BeckersHR]

Listen Here: https://t.co/y6RY06vIPm
In this episode, Samuel Jones IV, MD, MPH, FACC - Director, Inpatient EP Services, The Chattanooga Heart Institute, Memorial Hospital, discusses the major trends shaping cardiology today, including workforce shortages, the expanding role of AI, and the shift of cardiac care into outpatient settings. He also highlights innovations in diagnostics, care pathways, and telehealth that are helping deliver more efficient and patient centered cardiovascular care. #podcast #healthcare #leadership #cardiaccare

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Thoroughly enjoyed my talk with the ACC Chapter Governor for the Instanbul Consortium @cardioceptor and award winning @brahimHalilNAN1 (recognized as young successful Turkish cardiologist ) @Cardiology

[Mehmet Birhan YILMAZ 🇹🇷 @cardioceptor]

Inspirational conversation with ⁦@SamOJonesMD⁩ and ⁦@brahimHalilNAN1⁩ at National Cardiology Congress ⁦@TKDsosyal⁩

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Thanks! High praise coming from JM! MedAxiom and ACC are leading the way @MedAxiom @Cardiology

[Joseph Marine @DrJMarine]

Great talk by ⁦@SamOJonesMD⁩ on developing EP Center of Excellence, coming shift to ASC at #CVTransForum. Thanks for your insights and leadership! ⁦@MedAxiom⁩ ⁦@Cardiology⁩ ⁦@HRSonline⁩

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Great to have AFA classmates representing the awesome visiting team at AF/ Navy football. Feel the Thunder #afa #gonavy

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Many times the reaction by everyone is “we must do more” - but there are consequences to any intervention. Careful consideration is advised.
Great reminder by Dr Kim @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Challenges? Yes…. Solutions? YES! Honored to have presented at #CVTransforum @MedAxiom with Nicole Knight and Nick Morse. Two of best in business for health policy and advocacy. @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

@NicoleLohrMD and Ana Mercurio-Pinto give an excellent closing talk today at CV Transforum @MedAxiom - a leader must inspire with respect and create a place people want to work. @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Dr. Vimal Ramjee at CV Transform @MedAxiom discusses importance of innovation, AI but stresses the human connection cannot be lost. @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

The great Dr. John Erwin @HeartOTXHeartMD gives wisdom at CV Transforum @MedAxiom using football as metaphor for healthcare and how to overcome setbacks - cultivate resiliency. @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Iowa great Caitlyn Clark’s effect was real. Let me tell you the Iowa ACC effect is also real! I was honored to speak at their state chapter mtg in Mason City. Great time and thank you for the invite and hospitality. @IowaACC @SpasKotevMD @LezlieMestdagh

[Joseph Marine @DrJMarine]

Progress on banning physician non-competes in Indiana! @Cardiology @inacc @SrihariNaiduMD @himavidula @drdavemd @sxz110
"'When a physician tries to negotiate a noncompete clause, the answer is take it or leave the state,' he said. https://t.co/sVbtcCoxjL

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

What a week - a great time at
ACC.25 with ongoing lifelong learning, seeing old and new friends, and truly honored to join this amazing group on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Cardiology. Looking forward to it!

[American College of Cardiology @ACCinTouch]

Congratulations to new #ACCPresident Christopher M. Kramer, MD, FACC! Inspired by a movie classic, he shared: “Today I want to talk to you about two Fantastic Voyage-Related themes: innovation and mentorship.”

💬 https://t.co/1VGe5lB7Ze @ChrisKramerMD #ACC25 #ACCLeadership

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Discussion of aging CV workforce insights from early career ⁦@nbwiggins⁩ +near early career ⁦@drmalissawood⁩ -CV workforce is a problem! we must find a way to utilize our resources and leverage experience of senior cardiologists #ACC25 ⁦⁦@ACCinTouch⁩

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

Dr Anthony DeMaria great presentation on age in CV medicine. Admits he is “chronically challenged” but so what? 70 is new 50! Cognitive testing discriminatory and has no evidence representative of competence. #ACC25 @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

The always inspiring @drtravisbatts speaks at a Federal Cardiology meeting. We have challenges but we are up to the task. Defend our TIRF (spelled correctly)
#ACC25 @ACCinTouch

[Sam O. Jones @SamOJonesMD]

This is why they call it the ENGAGE stage. Drs Andrea Elliott and Ben Keninsberg discuss cardiac arrest 👮 in an entertaining fashion. #ACC25 @ACCinTouch