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Hearts & Minds

Hearts & Minds

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We read their research papers. We see them at the podiums. Their findings inform everyday clinical practice. But who are the people behind the data and what makes them tick? In the monthly Hearts & Minds Podcast, TCTMD Senior Medical Journalist Yael L. Maxwell will delve into the personal stories of cardiovascular researchers and discover what inspires their ideas, their questions, and their passion. Join us as we explore the hearts and minds of those minding all our hearts every day.Hearts and Minds Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • 10. John Puskas on Creativity and Iteration

    10. John Puskas on Creativity and Iteration
    Oct 21 2026

    Cardiothoracic surgeon John Puskas, MD (Emory University, Atlanta, GA), talks about how he strives to improve coronary surgery for the next generation, share knowledge with those willing to push for change, and stay open to new ways of thinking. Plus, his recently acquired aviation skills allow for a birds-eye view of the safeguards—or lack thereof—in medicine.
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    36 mins
  • 9. Mirvat Alasnag on Representation and Global Connection

    9. Mirvat Alasnag on Representation and Global Connection
    Sep 9 2026

    Interventional cardiologist Mirvat Alasnag, MD (King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia), discusses how she feels the need to prove herself even 18 years into her career, uses social media as a vehicle for networking and curiosity, and forges partnerships with patients that lead to improvements in their health.
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    34 mins
  • 8. Kausik Ray on Luck and Discipline

    8. Kausik Ray on Luck and Discipline
    Aug 12 2026

    Preventive cardiologist Kausik Ray, MBChB, MD (Imperial College London, England), discusses how he knew he’d become a doctor at 5 years old, stayed open to pivots along the way, and worked hard to build groundbreaking research projects that have come to change patients’ lives.
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    42 mins
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