Dr. Joseph Craft, Cardiologist and President of Medical Staff at St. Luke's Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss his background & pride in his organization, biggest issues he's following in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, current nerves and excitements, and more.
Summary
Dr. Joseph Craft Discusses Cardiology Today
Background and Pride in the Organization
Dr. Joseph Craft, Cardiologist and President of Medical Staff at St. Luke's Hospital, joins the podcast to discuss his background & pride in his organization.
Biggest Issues in Cardiology Today
Dr. Craft identifies therapeutic optimization as one of the biggest issues in cardiology today - translating established evidence into widespread adoption and access to patients who need these therapies. He also mentions the disappointing impact of electronic health records on population-based healthcare.
Heart Care Evolution in the Next 18 Months
Dr. Craft shares his insights on how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, including his excitement and concerns about the increasing strain on the healthcare system and the shortage of nurses and cardiologists.
The Role of Technology in Improving Patient Care
Dr. Craft expresses optimism that new technologies, such as artificial intelligence tools, will help improve patient care by providing real-time feedback and data to better manage chronic conditions. He highlights the potential of AI to reduce the burden of data entry and clicking for healthcare professionals, giving them more time to spend with patients and creating a happier healthcare workforce.
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This episode aired on 05/27/2023 and can be listened here.
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