The Art and Science of Cardiology: Top Doctors on Building the Right Medical Team, Staying on Top of Surgical Developments, and Best Practices for Patient Relationships (Inside the Minds)

The Art and Science of Cardiology is an authoritative, insiders perspective on the various challenges in this field of medicine and the key qualities necessary to become a successful practitioner. Featuring some of the nations leading cardiologists, this book provides a candid look at the field of cardiologyacademic, surgical, and clinicaland a glimpse into the future of a dynamic practice that requires the ability to quickly assess a situation, determine the solution, and act on it. As they reveal the secrets to working in a fast-paced and often unpredictable area of medicine, these authorities offer practical and adaptable strategies for excellence. From collaborating with patients to develop a treatment plan to staying on top of recent developments and clinical trials, these doctors articulate the finer points of a profession that relies heavily on a team approach in order to meet the urgent needs of patients. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great minds of today, as experts offer up their thoughts around the keys to mastering this fine craftfocused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of serious heart and vascular problems. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the worlds most respected companies nationwide, rather than third-party accounts from unknown authors and analysts. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is headed and the most important issues for the future. Through an exhaustive selection process, each author was hand-picked by the Inside the Minds editorial board to author a chapter for this book. Chapters Include: 1. Joseph Tartaglia, M.D., President, Joseph Tartaglia, M.D. PC - ""Navigating the Challenges of Todays Private Cardiology Practice"" 2. Robert J. Siegel, M.D., Director, Cardiac Noninvasive Laboratory, Cedars Sinai Medical Center - ""Patients as People: Listening to the Heart with a Heart"" 3. Elisabeth von der Lohe, M.D., Professor of Cardiology, Krannert Institute of Cardiology, Indiana University School of Medicine - ""Cardiology Gestalt: Science, Communication, Intuition"" 4. Jack A. Stroh, M.D., FACC, FACP, FSCAI, RVT, Member, New Brunswick Cardiology Group - ""Healer of Broken Hearts"" 5. James B. Young, M.D., George and Linda Kaufman Chair and Chairman, Division of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Foundation - ""Success in CardiologyProgress and Preserving the Passion"" 6. Julius M. Gardin, M.D., Chief, Division of Cardiology; St. John Guild Distinguished Chair in Cardiovascular Diseases, St. John Hospital and Medical Center - ""Overview: The Realm of Cardiology"" 7. Maria Rosa Costanzo, M.D., Medical Director, Edward Hospital Center for Advanced Heart Failure, Midwest Heart Specialists - ""Cardiology PracticeDemands and Rewards""