University of Maryland Sports Cardiology Track
Alan Jacobsen, MD, and Lili Barouch, MD, from Johns Hopkins University and Scott D. Jerome, DO, and Zulqarnain "Sono” Khan, MD, from University of Maryland attend a sports cardiology presentation.
Sports Cardiology is a rapidly growing field dedicated to the specialized care of active individuals—including recreational, collegiate, professional, 35+ masters and tactical athletes (e.g., military, firefighters, police).
With expertise in exercise-induced cardiac remodeling, sports cardiologists conduct comprehensive assessments to identify and manage known or previously undiagnosed cardiovascular conditions that may increase an athlete’s risk of sudden cardiac death.
A multidisciplinary approach is essential in sports cardiology, involving specialists in congenital heart disease, electrophysiology, genetics, exercise physiology and advanced cardiac imaging, including echocardiography, stress testing, CT and MRI.
Beyond risk prevention, sports cardiologists collaborate closely with athletes, athletic trainers, coaches and other stakeholders to guide informed decision-making regarding sports participation.
Why Choose Us?
The University of Maryland Sports Cardiology fellowship track offers an unparalleled clinical experience through a unique collaboration with UMMC, Johns Hopkins and regional partners, including Cardiovascular Specialists of Central Maryland and Sports and Performance Cardiology.
Fellows gain hands-on experience managing complex cardiovascular conditions across a diverse athletic population.
Key Program Features
During extensive clinical rotations, fellows will work with experts across multiple institutions to assess and treat athletes with complex cardiovascular needs. Fellows can also network with these experts through quarterly dinner events to discuss interesting cases and developments within Sports Cardiology.
We partner with Maryland-area schools and universities, including UMBC, to conduct pre-participation EKG and echocardiography screenings for high school and collegiate athletes.
Fellows are invited to volunteer at high-profile athletic events, such as the Baltimore Running Festival, to gain experience in race medicine and emergency management of conditions like exertional heat illness.
Multiple academic and research opportunities are available. Fellows can present cases in the Mid-Atlantic Sports Cardiology Consortium and contribute to scholarly publications, such as the American College of Cardiology or the Care of the Athletic Heart conference.
Program Leadership
- Scott D. Jerome, DO
Director of Sports Cardiology
University of Maryland Medical Center - Lili Barouch, MD
Director of Sports Cardiology
Johns Hopkins University