Welcome back to the Beatwise The Podcast!

In this episode, I, your host Sarah Birkhoelzer, engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Mike Valentine, the past president of the American College of Cardiology. We delve into the critical issues facing cardiology today, with a particular focus on the current crisis in access to care and the invaluable contributions of the older workforce in the field.

Key Discussion Points:

• Understanding Cardiovascular Disease: Exploring the complexities of cardiovascular disease.
• Diversity in the Cardiology Workforce: Addressing the lack of diversity and its impact on patient outcomes.
• Challenges in Access to Cardiology Care: Highlighting barriers to accessing cardiology care and the need for systemic change.
• Retirement and Retention of Experienced Cardiologists: Strategies for retaining older, experienced cardiologists.
• Flexible Working and Mentorship in Cardiology: Benefits of flexible work conditions and mentorship programs.
• The Importance of Patient-Physician Communication: Practical advice for improving communication between patients and physicians.
• Concluding Thoughts and Takeaways: Key takeaways and practical advice for enhancing care in cardiology.

Join us for this insightful episode as we address the pressing issues in cardiology and highlight the significant role of an older workforce in improving patient care. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical advice that can make a difference in the world of cardiology.

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Keywords: cardiology crisis, older workforce in cardiology, cardiology diversity, access to cardiology care, experienced cardiologists, flexible working in healthcare, cardiology mentorship, patient-physician communication, cardiovascular disease.

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