Heart of the Matter: Cardiology Conversations at CHOP

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 and on the research that has advanced resuscitation science and neuromonitoring for patients with CHD. 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.

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 sickest cardiac patients to advancing single ventricle outcomes, Dr. Ravishankar offers powerful insights on resilience, collaboration, and the future of pediatric heart care. 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.

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 the maternal-fetal environment in shaping brain development and lifelong health, emphasizing the need to better understand these factors. 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.

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 passion for hands-on problem solving shaped his career, while emphasizing the importance of training the next generation and continually pushing the boundaries of care. 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.

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 outcomes for patients with Fontan circulation. 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.