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.

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.

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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.