--- title: "About" description: "" url: "https://www.kentuckyacc.org/about/about-kyacc" date: "2026-06-23T20:21:15+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # About Kentucky ACC ![](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/core/inset-01.jpg) The Kentucky Chapter of the American College of Cardiology (KY-ACC) is committed to advancing the prevention of cardiovascular disease and enhancing the quality of care for individuals affected by these conditions. By collaborating closely with the American College of Cardiology (ACC), the KY-ACC plays a crucial role in shaping and improving cardiovascular health initiatives across the state. Our chapter not only provides expert guidance and support to local and state government bodies but also engages with professional organizations to address a wide range of cardiovascular health issues. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, we strive to influence policy, foster innovative practices, and promote research that ultimately leads to better patient outcomes and a healthier community. The KY-ACC is dedicated to staying at the forefront of cardiology advancements and ensuring that Kentucky remains a leader in the fight against cardiovascular disease. We are passionate about driving change and providing resources that empower both healthcare professionals and patients in their journey towards optimal cardiovascular health. ## ACC Mission The mission of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) is to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health. ## Enduring Purpose The ACC strives to achieve its enduring purpose: to improve cardiovascular health through education, research, quality care and health policy. ## Vision The members of the College will dramatically reduce the incidence, severity and complications of cardiovascular disease as we promote prevention, reduce disparities in health care, and improve personal and population-based cardiovascular health. ## Core Values - **Professionalism:** The interests of patients are primary. - **Knowledge:** The College must promote growth, dissemination and application of knowledge about cardiovascular medicine. - **Value of the cardiovascular specialist:** The cardiovascular profession makes a distinct contribution to medical care that should be recognized and enhanced. - **Integrity:** Honesty, compliance with legal requirements, and ethical behavior are essential in all activities. - **Member driven:** The College and its major activities must be led by active members and must promote volunteerism. - **Inclusiveness:** The College involves a broad range of volunteers that reflects the composition of its membership. # Board of Directors ![Dinesh Kalra, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/dkalra.jpg) **Dinesh Kalra, MD** *Governor* University of Louisville Louisville, KY ![John Johnstone, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/jjohnstone.jpg) **John Johnstone, MD** *Immediate Past Governor Pro Tempore* CHI Saint Joseph East Richmond, KY ![Steve Leung, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/sleung.jpg) **Steve Leung, MD** *Secretary/Treasurer* University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ![Andrew Burchett, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/aburchett.jpg) **Andrew Burchett, MD** *Councilor* Highlands Regional Medical Prestonburg, KY ![George Dimeling, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/gdimeling.jpg) **George Dimeling, MD** *Councilor* CHI Saint Joseph East Lexington, KY ![Michele Friday, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/mfriday.jpg) **Michele Friday, MD** *Councilor* King's Daughters Ashland, KY ![Patricia Grodecki, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/tgrodecki.jpg) **Patricia Grodecki, MD** *Councilor* St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood, KY ![Brian Holland, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/bholland.jpg) **Brian Holland, MD** *Councilor* Norton Healthcare Louisville, KY ![Michael Kelley, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/mkelley.jpg) **Michael Kelley, MD** *Councilor* Owensboro Health Regional Owensboro, KY ![Brian Lea, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/blea.jpg) **Brian Lea, MD** *Councilor* Baptist Health Paducah, KY ![Tracy Macaulay, PharmD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/tmacaulay.jpg) **Tracy Macaulay, PharmD** *Councilor* University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ![Preeti Ramachandran, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/pramachandran.jpg) **Preeti Ramachandran, MD** *Councilor* University of Kentucky Lexington, KY ![Mrinali Shetty, MD](https://www.kentuckyacc.org/_resources/images/headshots/directors/mshetty.jpg) **Mrinali Shetty, MD** *Councilor* University of Louisville Louisville, KY # Past Governors - **2019-2020:** Khaled M. Ziada, MD, FACC, FSCAI - **2016-2019:** Susan Smyth, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.C. - **2013-2016:** Jesse E. Adams, III, MD, FACC - **2010-2013:** Juan Villafane, MD, FACC - **2007-2010:** David J. Moliterno, MD, FACC - **2004-2007:** Albert B. Mercer, MD, FACC - **2001-2004:** Robert R. Goodin, MD, FACC - **1998-2001:** Morris M. Weiss, MD, FACC - **1995-1998:** Bill H. Harris, MD, FACC - **1992-1995:** Laman A. Gray, Jr., MD, FACC - **1989-1992:** Jacqueline A. Noonan, MD, FACC - **1986-1989:** Henry W. Post, MD, FACC - **1983-1986:** Michael J. Hearne, MD, FACC - **1980-1983:** Nancy C. Flowers, MD, FACC - **1977-1980:** Jacqueline A. Noonan, MD, FACC - **1976-1977:** Ralph Shabetai, MD, FACC - **1973-1976:** Ralph M. Denham, MD, FACC - **1970-1973:** Robert N. Class, MD, FACC - **1967-1970:** Walter S. 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Adams, III, MD, FACC 2010-2013: Juan Villafane, MD, FACC 2007-2010: David J. Moliterno, MD, FACC 2004-2007: Albert B. Mercer, MD, FACC 2001-2004: Robert R. Goodin, MD, FACC 1998-2001: Morris M. Weiss, MD, FACC 1995-1998: Bill H. Harris, MD, FACC 1992-1995: Laman A. Gray, Jr., MD, FACC 1989-1992: Jacqueline A. Noonan, MD, FACC 1986-1989: Henry W. Post, MD, FACC 1983-1986: Michael J. Hearne, MD, FACC 1980-1983: Nancy C. Flowers, MD, FACC 1977-1980: Jacqueline A. Noonan, MD, FACC 1976-1977: Ralph Shabetai, MD, FACC 1973-1976: Ralph M. Denham, MD, FACC 1970-1973: Robert N. Class, MD, FACC 1967-1970: Walter S. 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