Living Legends & Luminaries In Endovascular Medicine

This podcast features an insightful discussion with Dr. Martin Leon, a pioneer in interventional cardiology. He shares his extensive career journey, from early research at NIH to founding the Cardiovascular Research Foundation (CRF) and the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) meeting. Dr. Leon also delves into the transformative development of TAVR and its impact on patient care. Watch...

Dr. Greg Stone shares his remarkable journey in interventional cardiology with Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer for The Texas Heart Institute's "Living Legends and Luminaries" series. He discusses his early inspirations, groundbreaking research in defibrillators and prostaglandin, and his extensive leadership roles at TCT and CRF. Dr. Stone also offers insights into the future of cardiovascular...

This professional podcast features Dr. Michael Reardon reflecting on his formative training under cardiovascular surgery legends Dr. DeBakey and Dr. Cooley at the Texas Heart Institute. He shares insights into their distinct surgical styles and his own extensive career, including pioneering work with cardiac tumors and endovascular interventions. The discussion also covers the evolution of valve r...

Episode 12 features Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer, a pioneer in endovascular aortic aneurysms, discussing his Croatian roots, education, and contributions to The Texas Heart Institute. He shares insights on his medical journey, including influences from psychoanalysis and surgical training. The episode highlights key figures in heart surgery, advancements in endovascular procedures, and the role of AI in m...

In Episode 11 of Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine , host Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer, an interventional cardiologist at Texas Heart Institute and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Billy Cohn.  Dr. William Cohn, a key figure at the Texas Heart Institute, has a rich background in medicine and technology, holding over 200 patents. His work includ...

 In Episode 10 of Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine , we sit down with Marvin Woodall, a visionary in the field whose contributions have helped shape the landscape of endovascular care. With decades of experience at the intersection of business, innovation, and clinical impact, Marvin shares his journey from startup founding to industry leadership. Hear how his strategic insig...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 9: Dr. Gustavo Oderich Dr. Gustavo Oderich shares his groundbreaking work in complex aortic repair and the global movement toward customized endovascular solutions. In this episode, he discusses the use of physician-modified endografts (PMEGs), advancements in treating thoracoabdominal aneurysms, and the essential role of mentorsh...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 8: Dr. Gerald Dorros Dr. Gerald Dorros reflects on a career that helped define modern endovascular treatment. In this episode, he shares key moments from the early days of balloon angioplasty, the development of catheter-based interventions, and the importance of mentorship and persistence in advancing vascular care. A must-listen...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 7: Dr. Howard Leonhardt In Episode 7, we sit down with Dr. Howard Leonhardt — a pioneering inventor, entrepreneur, and regenerative medicine visionary. From bioelectric therapies to groundbreaking work in heart regeneration, Dr. Leonhardt shares the incredible journey behind over 21 issued U.S. patents, his entrepreneurial roots,...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 6: Dr. Gary Roubin Dive into the groundbreaking journey of Dr. Gary Roubin, a true pioneer in endovascular medicine and the mastermind behind the first FDA-approved coronary stent. In this exclusive podcast episode, Dr. Roubin shares captivating stories from his early days as a horse whisperer in Australia to revolutionizing cardi...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 5: Dr. Juan Carlos Parodi Step into the operating room with the Father of EVAR, Dr. Juan Parodi. In this inspiring episode of Innovators in Cardiovascular Medicine , Dr. Parodi shares how a bold idea—and a single patient—sparked a revolution in vascular surgery. From concept to controversy to global impact, hear how his pioneering...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 4: Dr. Joseph S. Coselli What was it like to train with surgical giants Dr. DeBakey, Dr. Cooley, and Dr. Crawford? Renowned aortic surgeon Dr. Joseph Coselli takes you behind the scenes. Hosted by Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer , Dr. Coselli shares his journey in medicine, which began right here in Houston, the global heart of cardiovascula...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 3: Dr. Julio Palmaz Explore the remarkable journey of Dr. Julio Palmaz , the visionary inventor of the groundbreaking Palmaz-Schatz stent , in this episode of the Texas Heart Institute podcast. Dr. Palmaz recounts his incredible path from Argentina to becoming a transformative figure in endovascular medicine. Hear firsthand about...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 3: Dr. Kendra Grubb In this episode, Drs. Zvonimir Krajcer and Stephanie Coulter sit down with Dr. Kendra Grubb as she shares her inspiring journey from aspiring surgeon to a leader in endovascular therapies. Discover how her unique childhood experiences shaped her career path, her pioneering role as one of the few women in cardio...

🎙️ Living Legends and Luminaries in Endovascular Medicine | Episode 1: Dr. Frank Veith In this episode, Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer engages in an insightful conversation with endovascular legend Dr. Frank Veith. Widely regarded as a pioneer in the field, Dr. Veith reflects on the groundbreaking milestones of his distinguished career, including his innovative contributions to limb salvage surgery and the...