Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast
Becker's Healthcare
Show overview
Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 337 episodes. That works out to roughly 90 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 12 min and 19 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 months ago, with 17 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2021, with 208 episodes published. Published by Becker's Healthcare.
From the publisher
Tune into The Becker's Healthcare Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast for conversations with great guest speakers that explore the past, present, and future of cardiology and heart surgery. Send guest recommendations to [email protected]
Latest Episodes
View all 337 episodesSanjiv Shah, MD, Director of Research at Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute
Nicolle W. Davis and Janice Walker of UF Health on Innovation and Specialized Stroke Care
TAVR Durability & Strategic Planning: What Health System Leaders Need to Know
Peter George, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE, FASNC, Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Services at UnityPoint Health
Advancing Heart Failure Recovery and Post Acute Cardiac Care with Dr. Jeffrey Farber
Expanding Advanced Cardiovascular Care Through Community Based Innovation with Dr. Ian Cohen and Sarah Plaskett
Atizazul Mansoor, MD, Chair of the Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC in Central Pennsylvania, and Samir Saba, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief of Cardiology at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute
Transforming Cardiology Through Innovation, Training, and Technology with Pranav Loyalka, MD
Advancing Cardiovascular Innovation and Leadership in Modern Medicine with Dr. Joseph Rogers
Dr. Mansour Razminia on Advancing Electrophysiology with ICE and Radiation Free Ablation
Rosy Thachil, MD, MBA, FACC, FAMWA, FACVC, Cardiologist at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst
In this episode, Rosy Thachil, MD, MBA, FACC, FAMWA, FACVC, Cardiologist at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, joins the podcast to discuss why patient care cannot be a one-size-fits-all approach. She shares how translation services help bridge communication gaps, and how integrating specialized, data-driven care is improving outcomes and delivering more personalized treatment for diverse patient populations.
Driving Collaboration and Quality Across Cardiovascular Care in Michigan with Dr. Vikram Kashyap
In this episode, Vikram Kashyap, MD, FACS, Endowed Chair of the Frederik Meijer Heart and Vascular Institute and Vice President of Cardiovascular Health at Corewell Health, discusses reducing mortality through systemwide collaboration, navigating anesthesia workforce transitions, expanding into heart and lung integration, and building a unified cardiovascular strategy across the state.
Gregg Reis, MD, Interventional Cardiologist at UPMC in Central Pennsylvania
In this episode, Gregg Reis, MD, Interventional Cardiologist at UPMC in Central Pennsylvania, joins the podcast to discuss how the hospital’s STEMI alert system is delivering lifesaving care to patients experiencing heart attacks. He shares insights into team preparation, rapid response coordination, and the protocols that ensure timely, high-quality STEMI care when every second counts.
Improving Maternal Heart Health at NYC Health and Hospitals Kings County with Dr. Suzette B. Graham Hill
In this episode, Suzette B. Graham Hill, MD, cardiologist at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, discusses how cardio obstetrics programs, remote blood pressure monitoring, and automatic cardiology referrals are helping prevent postpartum cardiovascular deaths. She shares why coordinated care beyond the traditional six week model is essential to improving outcomes, particularly for high risk and disproportionately affected patients.
Decentralizing Structural Heart Care for Greater Access with Dr. Justin Dunn
In this episode, Dr. Justin Dunn, Interventional Cardiologist and Regional Director of the Valve and Structural Heart Disease Center at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute at UH Lake West Medical Center, discusses expanding complex cardiac procedures into community hospitals to improve access and outcomes. He shares how standardizing infrastructure, training multidisciplinary teams, and launching TAVR and left atrial appendage programs locally have driven a 25% increase in volume while maintaining main campus level results.
Advancing Equitable Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Norma M. Keller
In this episode, Dr. Norma M. Keller, Chief of Cardiology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and system wide cardiovascular lead for NYC Health + Hospitals, discusses aligning prevention, innovation, and equity across the nation’s largest municipal health system. She shares insights on investing in advanced therapies like ECMO and structural heart procedures while strengthening prevention strategies and sustainable service line growth in a public health setting.
Building a High Reliability Heart Institute with Dr. Hal Skopicki
In this episode, Dr. Hal Skopicki of Stony Brook Medicine shares how an integrated institute model at the Stony Brook Heart Institute is reducing access delays, advancing lipid and imaging innovation, and driving consistent clinical excellence. He discusses empowering teams, investing in scalable programs, and creating a culture of collaboration to elevate cardiovascular care.
Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
In this episode, Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College, discusses the realities of declining profit margins and how leaders are balancing financial pressures with clinical excellence. He explores practical applications of AI in clinical medicine, including improvements in efficiency and less invasive surgical approaches, and shares why aligning strategic vision with day-to-day tactical planning is essential for long-term success in cardiovascular care.
Transforming Coronary Care and the Future of Cardiology
In this episode, Dr. Amro Alsaid, Medical Director of Advanced Cardiac Imaging, and Dr. Karim Al-Azizi, Medical Director of the Catheterization Laboratory and Structural Heart Program at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital, discuss how AI and advanced cardiac imaging are reshaping coronary diagnosis, improving precision in patient care, and optimizing workflow efficiency across cardiology programs.Visit Cleerly Health to learn more. https://cleerlyhealth.com/what-is-cleerly?utm_campaign=cleerly_brand&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=beckers&utm_content=pr-podcast-11-2025
Dr. Tom Nguyen, Professor and Chair of Cardiovascular Sciences at FIU and Chief Medical Executive at Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care
In this episode, Dr. Tom Nguyen, Professor and Chair of Cardiovascular Sciences at FIU and Chief Medical Executive at Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care, discusses how wearable devices, voice technology, and AI are transforming early detection, prediction, and treatment in cardiovascular care. He also shares insights on using technology to reduce disparities, enhance patient monitoring, and shape the next era of surgery.