Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP
A podcast by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution. This podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not to be considered as medical advice for any particular patient. Clinicians must rely on their own informed clinical judgment in making recommendations to their patients.
Under the Drape: Life as a Pediatric Cardiac Nurse Anesthetist
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Jenna Heichel sits down with Lisa Jones to discuss her journey from PICU nurse to cardiac anesthesia leader. Lisa shares insights on the evolution of pediatric cardiac anesthesia, the critical role of teamwork and simulation in high-acuity care, and her passion for me...
The Lymphatic System is Forgotten no more
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Felina Mille explores how the CHOP Cardiac Center is redefining care for patients with lymphatic disorders as Yoav Dori and Erin Pinto share the story behind this groundbreaking program. From pioneering imaging and interventional techniques to building a global, multidisciplinary model of ca...
From Arrest to Recovery: A Career Defining and Improving Neurologic Outcomes in the Cardiac ICU
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Michael Goldsmith sits down with Maryam Naim as she shares her journey from a childhood across the globe to a career at the forefront of cardiac critical care at CHOP. She reflects on the mentors and pivotal moments that shaped her path an...
Setting a High Bar
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Felina Mille and Chitra Ravishankar discuss her remarkable journey from medical training in India and the UK to becoming a leader in pediatric cardiology at CHOP. She reflects on the mentors, moments, and innovations that shaped her career. From caring for the si...
The Plastic Problem in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Lifetime of Outcomes Research
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, Bill Gaynor joins host Michael Goldsmith to discuss his groundbreaking research focused on improving long-term outcomes for cardiac patients, highlighting how environmental exposures, particularly from medical devices, may be a previously underrecognized and modifiable risk factor. He also explores the critical role of th...
A Lifelong Career in Pediatric Cardiac Intervention: Trials and Tribulations
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Meryl Cohen sits down with Jack Rome as he reflects on his path into pediatric interventional cardiology and his front-row seat to the field’s rapid evolution, from early device innovation to today’s advanced catheter-based therapies. He shares how mentorship, curiosity, and a...
35 years in Pediatric Cardiology at CHOP
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Meryl Cohen chats with Dr. Jack Rychik as he reflects on his long career in pediatric cardiology. They discuss his contributions to staged surgical approaches for single ventricle patients, the development of CHOP’s fetal heart program, and ongoing efforts to improve outc...
Nursing Leadership through Example
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, host Jenna Heichel chats with Sherri Kubis about her journey from bedside nurse to Senior Director of Nursing in the Cardiac Center. Sherri reflects on the importance of nursing autonomy, mentorship, and resilient systems that allow nurses to thrive while delivering exceptional patient ca...
What does a Career in Pediatric Cardiac Research look like?
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP, Meryl Cohen speaks with three Cardiac Center researchers, Amy Jo Lisanti, Laura Mercer‑Rosa, and Michael O’Byrne, about their paths into research and their work driving innovation. They discuss diverse research programs spanning family‑centered and developmental care, multicen...
Innovation in Inpatient Care: The New Heart Failure ICU
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode of Heart of the Matter, Dr. Felina Mille speaks with Dr. Aaron DeWitt and Jessica Eichner, CPNP-AC about the evolution of the Advanced Cardiac Therapies (ACT) Program and its growing impact within the Cardiac Center. Learn how ACT is transforming care for children with complex heart disease as th...
The Definition of a Legend: Susan Nicolson
Welcome to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP. In this podcast, made by and for the Cardiac Center at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, we interview members of our community about our history, innovative research, clinical programs and advocacy within our institution.
In this episode, Dr. Meryl Cohen speaks with Dr. Susan Nicholson about her nearly 40-year career as a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist at CHOP and the evolution of the field itself. Dr. Nicholson reflects on her path into pediatric cardiac anesthesia, the mentors who shaped her career, and her role in building CH...
