In this episode of “Pioneers in Medicine” Joanna Chikwe, MD, chair of cardiac surgery, walks through some of the differences she has noticed in cardiac care between the United Kingdom and the United States. She also offers her perspective on advancements in heart surgery and how they are revolutionizing cardiac care.

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