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Jun 2026

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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 ldyrda@beckershealthcare.com

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June 8, 202611 min

Nicolle W. Davis and Janice Walker of UF Health on Innovation and Specialized Stroke Care

In this episode, Nicolle W. Davis, PhD, RN, SCRN, FAHA, Director of the Mobile Stroke Program at UF Health, and Janice Walker, DHA, MBA-HCM, NEA-BC, BSN, RN, System Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President at UF Health, join the podcast to discuss the development of stroke protocols and the growth of innovative mobile stroke programs. They share how bringing specialized stroke care directly to patients can improve outcomes, reduce treatment delays, and strengthen coordinated care across the health system.

June 4, 202610 min

TAVR Durability & Strategic Planning: What Health System Leaders Need to Know

In this episode, Curtiss T. Stinis, MD, FACC, FSCAI, Clinical Professor of Medicine, Director of Peripheral Interventions, Interventional Cardiology, Scripps Clinic, joins the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast to discuss the latest TAVR durability data, key differences between leading valve platforms, and what health system leaders need to understand about lifetime valve management.This episode is sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences.

June 2, 202615 min

Peter George, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE, FASNC, Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Services at UnityPoint Health

In this episode, Peter George, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE, FASNC, Chief Medical Officer of Cardiovascular Services at UnityPoint Health, joins the podcast to discuss optimizing medical therapy and expanding outpatient care strategies to keep patients healthier and out of the hospital. He also shares approaches to lowering readmission rates and improving long-term cardiovascular outcomes through coordinated, proactive care.

May 25, 202616 min

Advancing Heart Failure Recovery and Post Acute Cardiac Care with Dr. Jeffrey Farber

In this episode, Jeffrey Farber, MD, President & CEO of The New Jewish Home, discusses the organization’s accredited heart failure program within a skilled nursing facility setting. He shares how specialized cardiac rehabilitation, interdisciplinary care, and close partnerships with academic medical centers are helping medically complex older adults recover safely and regain quality of life after hospitalization.

May 22, 202618 min

Expanding Advanced Cardiovascular Care Through Community Based Innovation with Dr. Ian Cohen and Sarah Plaskett

In this episode, Ian Cohen, MD, Charles and Barbara Strang Medical Director of the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute, Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, and Sarah Plaskett, MBA, MMS, PA, Vice President of Operations at the Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute, discuss how they are building advanced cardiovascular programs in community settings through intentional growth, integrated leadership, and a strong focus on quality outcomes.

May 8, 202613 min

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

In this episode, 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, join the podcast to discuss how their organization is restructuring to better meet the growing demands in cardiology. They share perspectives on reducing the length of education and training pathways to encourage more physicians to enter the field and help address workforce needs.

May 1, 202613 min

Transforming Cardiology Through Innovation, Training, and Technology with Pranav Loyalka, MD

In this episode, Pranav Loyalka, MD - Cardiologist, HCA Houston Heart Medical Center, Medical Director of Structural Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Heart Transplant and Mechanical Circulatory Support, HCA Gulf Coast Division, discusses major advancements like transcatheter valve replacement and the evolving role of AI in cardiac care. He also shares insights on training the next generation of cardiologists, balancing specialization, and addressing gaps in access to care.

April 25, 202619 min

Advancing Cardiovascular Innovation and Leadership in Modern Medicine with Dr. Joseph Rogers

In this episode, Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, Director of The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine, discusses groundbreaking innovations in heart failure treatment, artificial heart technology, and gene therapy. He also shares insights on leadership, the future of cardiovascular care, and the importance of prevention in improving long-term patient outcomes.

April 7, 202620 min

Dr. Mansour Razminia on Advancing Electrophysiology with ICE and Radiation Free Ablation

In this episode, Mansour Razminia, MD, Medical Director of Electrophysiology for the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, shares how intracardiac echo is transforming ablation by eliminating radiation exposure and improving safety for patients and care teams while challenging traditional training models.

April 3, 202610 min

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.