Every Possible Angle

We are joined by the esteemed Dr. Daniel Goldstein from Montefiore Einstein Medical Center to discuss the development of the heart transplant field, and medicine overall, across the last few decades. Together, we highlight the advancements in mechanical support devices and the increase in heart transplants. We also discusses the challenges and opportunities in transplantation, including the use of preservation technologies, the growth of DCD (donation after circulatory death), and the need for innovation in accessing more donors.

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We are joined by Dr. Cyndi Grobmeier, the president of the Maddog Strong Foundation. The Maddog Strong Foundation was created in the spirit of Maddie “Maddog” Grobmeier who passed away unexpectedly from an asthma attack the day after her 18th birthday. Maddie inspired many by donating her organs and tissues so that others could live on to do amazing things for the world. 

The mission of the Maddog Strong Foundation is to inspire the next generation of organ and tissue donation advocates by providing education, promoting donor registration, and encouraging conversations about this life-saving topic. 

Learn more at: https://www.maddogstrong.org/

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An exclusive interview with Dr. Jake Miles, the Paragonix Medical Director of Abdominal Organs and first host of the new Paragonix mini-educational series, Statistically Speaking. 

Learn more about the upcoming series at: https://pages.paragonixtechnologies.com/registration-statistically-speaking

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Rich Rothweiler, Director of Organ Utilization at Mid-America Transplant, joined us to discuss the responsibility of an Organ Procurement Organization in a donor organ recovery journey. Rich's expertise and knowledge in placing donations has helped optimize allocation opportunities across the region. Earlier this year, Mid-America Transplant had the honor of stewarding the gift of life for the oldest US donor on record, Mr. Orville Allen, a 98 year old veteran who's legacy has now passed on to the grateful recipient who received his generous, life-saving donation.

To learn more about Mid-America Transplant and their foundation, visit: https://www.midamericatransplant.org/
To register for donation, visit: https://sayyesgivelife.org/

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Dr. Amy Fielder is a cutting-edge cardiothoracic surgeon who represents change in the field of transplantation. She joins us in the studio alongside our hosts, Michael Tajima and Mary Jacoski, to discuss the rapid shifts in cardiac care and the power of the individual. From increasing ischemic times and geographic distances, to fostering a diverse community of growing respect and education, Dr. Fielder makes every effort to save lives. 

Dr. Fiedler is also a proud supporter of Team Heart, an organization dedicated to helping all people in need of cardiac care in Rwanda. Team Heart’s dedicated and expert caregivers have saved many who are gravely ill and need surgical intervention. Without sufficient medical staffing, without preventative education and medication, without the appropriate health care facilities, the struggle is ongoing.

To learn how you can support Team Heart, visit: https://teamheart.org/giving/

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Dr. Ahmet Kilic joins the studio to discuss the growth and accomplishments of the Johns Hopkins Medicine heart transplant program. He shares a recent, monumental accomplishment of transplanting five hearts in a mere seven days, made possible by the effective coordination of a large team and the identification of appropriate patients. Dr. Kilic also discusses the changing criteria for donor and recipient selection, the utilization of preservation techniques, and the future frontiers in heart transplantation.

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We're joined by renowned surgical director Dr. Pablo Sanchez, who highlights the logistical challenges of coordinating a transplant team and the use of technology to streamline communication. Discover how new donor lung allocation policies and innovative technologies like the Paragonix app are enhancing transplant coordination and striving to improve patient outcomes. Through inspiring patient stories, Dr. Sanchez shares the rewarding nature of this field and explores the exciting challenges ahead, all underscored by the essential roles of teamwork and leadership.

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In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable Dr. Hannah Copeland, one of the foundational authors of the notable ISHLT Consensus Statement on Donor Heart and Lung Procurement. Dr. Copeland has contributed to numerous research publications on various cardiac topics, with a remarkable emphasis on standardizing the many common variables that can shift the circumstances of a case. 

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In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable Dr. Andreas Zuckermann, a luminary in the realm of transplantation. Dr. Zuckermann takes us on a journey through his distinguished career, from transplant coordinator to cardiac surgeon to ISHLT President, shedding light on his pivotal contributions to the field. In honor of the recent ISHLT conference held this month in Prague, we also delve into the genesis of the GUARDIAN clinical registry, the largest prospective registry in transplantation aimed at propelling the science of transplantation to new heights. 

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 Dr. Joseph Scalea joins us in the studio to discuss the ever-growing need for innovation and tech that is driving healthcare forward. Driven by a passion for creativity and engineering, Dr. Scalea shares his journey into transplantation and how he seeks to shake things up with cutting-edge clinical advancements. From his role as a leading innovator to his love for art and design, Scalea shares how to reshape the field through a straightforward and simple mindset.

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