Practice Made Perfect

Apr 04 2025 82 ep. 21 mins 484
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This occasional series from the American College of Cardiology, developed by members for members, features conversational expert interviews on non-clinical competencies, skills, well-being, and best practices for the entire heart care team.

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Overcoming Challenges of AI Implementation

Apr 04 2025 23 mins  
Artificial intelligence (AI) holds incredible promise to transform clinical practice—but what’s standing in the way of adoption? In the final episode of our Harnessing the Power of AI for Physician Empowerment series, Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou is joined by Drs. Sneha Jain and Shiv Rao to explore the real-world barriers to AI implementation. From workflow integration to clinician

Women in Leadership Positions: Tips and Barriers

Mar 10 2025 18 mins  
This series of podcasts sponsored by the ACC’s Women in Cardiology (WIC) Section and led by Dr. Angela Koh. In this episode, Dr. Koh hosts Drs. Sharmila Dorbala and Victoria Delgado who share their personal experiences in becoming a woman leader in cardiology. Drs. Dorbala and Delgado elaborate on how the landscape of women leadership in cardiology has changed, their paths towar

Building Sustainable, Empowering Platforms

Mar 07 2025 20 mins  
In this episode, hosted by the ACC Women in Cardiology (WIC) Advocacy Work Group, Drs. Kamala Tamirisa and Keerthana Pakanati welcome distinguished guests Drs. Lipi Roy and Amit Goyal to explore innovative strategies in cardiovascular education, media engagement, and leadership empowerment. Tune in for insights that bridge medicine and impactful storytelling. Subscribe to Prac

Reducing Burnout Through AI Integration

Jan 17 2025 21 mins  
In this second episode in a three-part series of episodes focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) in cardiology, Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou hosts Dr. Nishath Quader and Mr. Demetri Giannikopoulos to discover how innovative AI solutions can tackle one of the biggest challenges facing today’s cardiologists—burnout. Explore the transformative power of AI-driven automation in reduci

The Physician-AI Collaboration – Reimagining Roles

Jan 10 2025 27 mins  
In the first of a three-part series on artificial intelligence (AI) in cardiology, Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou is joined by two leading cardiologists, Drs. Ashley Beecy and Rohan Khera, to explore how AI is transforming the field. Discover how AI is reshaping physician workflows, enhancing decision-making, and improving patient care without replacing human expertise. Hear real-world e

Measuring Success in Cardiovascular Strategic Planning

Dec 09 2024 26 mins  
Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In this fourth and final episode, Ms. Ellie Huff will interview Mr. Bart Reeves and Dr. Geoffrey Rose on how to measure and track success after a strategic plan has been developed and implemented within the CV Service Line. Listen as these experts share best practices for measuring success, how to continu

Exploring Career Flexibility: Discovering the Power of Financial Freedom

Nov 18 2024 21 mins  
The well-being of the cardiovascular (CV) workforce is critical to achieving the mission of the American College of Cardiology. CV professionals are faced with increasing work hours and a climbing risk of burnout. Fostering career flexibility at all stages of the professional lifespan can improve satisfaction, combat burnout, increase career longevity, and address diversity and inc

From Private Practice Doctor to Future Dean: Incorporating Med-Ed into Your Career Plans

Nov 11 2024 23 mins  
In this PracticeMadePerfect episode, Drs. Melanie Sulistio and Michael Ayers discuss the diverse ways medical education can contribute to your career plans. Listen as they delve into how to make your efforts in medical education “count” towards your promotion and career trajectory. Subscribe to PracticeMadePerfect| Claim CME Credit

 Precision Planning: Developing Sub-Specialty Strategies in Action

Nov 08 2024 27 mins  
Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode three of four, Ms. Amy Brownell will interview Ms. Corrin McCloskey and Dr. Joseph Goeke on developing a strategic plan for sub-specialty programs with the CV Service Line. Listen as these experts share strategic development best practices, the impact that sub-specialty programs can have on th

Blueprint for Success: Crafting Your Service Line Strategic Plan

Nov 01 2024 23 mins  
Welcome to the Cardiovascular (CV) Dyad Leadership Strategic Planning Series! In episode two of four, Dr. Tom Draper talks with Mr. Adam DeJong and Dr. Malissa Wood about efforts required in the development phase of a strategic plan document including evaluating current state performance, leveraging external data, and initiating feedback from key stakeholders. This episode affirms