![Parallax HFSA Edition: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging with Robert Mentz & Anuradha Lala](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/podcast/2024-03/Ep_52.png?VersionId=a9efaTHNyylLKHq71yjADjKlwnQw6yJg)
How can we change the language of medicine to set up patients for success? This was one of the questions of Dr Lala when she met a young father with acute heart failure. After talking with him, she replaced the word failure with function. This seemingly small change created a real difference for the patient. How can we create real understanding through words? How can scientific publishing aid diversity, equity and inclusion?
This week’s episode starts a series in collaboration with the Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA). Host, Ankur Kalra’s guests are Robert Mentz and Anuradha Lala Senior Editorial Team of the Journal of Cardiac Failure (JCF), the official journal of the HFSA and the Japanese Heart Failure Society (JHFS).
In this practical and insightful episode, Dr Kalra asks what does diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging mean to the editorial board of JCF and what were the steps taken to put these principles into practice. Dr Mentz and Dr Lala walk us through how they examined existing practices and turned ideas and core values into action, including transparency and diversity, while creating an atmosphere that is open to innovation.
How can we mandate diverse authorship? What prompted JCF to introduce an early career section? How can we stand by what we are putting forth?
Questions and comments can be sent to “podcast@radcliffe-group.com” and may be answered by Ankur in the next episode. Guests @robmentz & @dranulala, hosted by @AnkurKalraMD. Produced by @RadcliffeCARDIO.
The views expressed in this episode do not reflect the views of the Heart Failure Society of America or the Journal of Cardiac Failure and all views expressed herein are those of the guests appearing on the show.
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![EP 53: Belonging, Sparkplug & Purpose with Dr. Nasrien E. Ibrahim](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/EP53_PP_Social_Artwork2.png?VersionId=3cJpgCbgqjzkkFP4h_vpGeaUV0wtpP.N&itok=zNRF_yr4)
In this candid episode of Parallax, Nasrien and Ankur open up about their experiences of being an immigrant. Ankur asks Nasrien about her journey to medicine. Nasrien shares the lessons she took away from her years under the mentorship of Dr JoAnn Lindenfeld and later, Dr. James Januzzi. Finally, Nasrien shares her recent experience of writing Sparkplug and how she embraced life with its imperfections and found her purpose.
![Conversations about HCM: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Management](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-07/DELV-15824_BMS_Parallax_1_Web_1920x1080%20%281%29.png?VersionId=fgp2dZOhT5CmDg6OcxSQFQ9r96shimCG&itok=0KnKgcjz)
This series is supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Bristol Myers Squibb. Please see www.camzyosrems.com for important safety information.
This content is intended for US-based physicians.
![EP 94: IU Anesthesia Grand Rounds: Religiosity/Spirituality in Medicine](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-06/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP94.png?VersionId=UbmgLa14S40N3uuN3oPUrgmYAVqdNbiy&itok=xoFiqnA1)
![EP 93: Empowering Learners in Cardiovascular Education with Dr Kashou, Dr Anavekar & Dr Ellauzi](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-05/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP93.png?VersionId=0qEbpQZz_oasAry7byBieBN0jXDcOesM&itok=S4uuBfHz)
![Ep 92: Beyond Metrics (Part 3): Redefining Success Through a Student-Centric Approach with Dr. Nandan Anavekar](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-05/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP92.png?VersionId=d8HmxBA9aBoIAuQyQljGoxJbIqcpWxMt&itok=88DAHsMv)
![Ep 91: Beyond Metrics: Reimagining Success in Academic Medicine with Dr Anavekar](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-05/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP91.png?VersionId=VFy4Po_ZZtuOMDw5O2UsSQYI84Fy1_P_&itok=GfMETqPX)
![Ep 90: Academic Bullying Unmasked: Enablers, Effects & Solutions with Dr Täuber & Dr Mahmoudi](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-04/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP90.png?VersionId=YfTgoZMBxfZ_0ZZaDZEkS6qamfH6wYCB&itok=bYbLUZdt)
![Ep 89: Contemplative Self-Exploration & Outcome-Focused Cardiology with Dr Nandan Anavekar](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-04/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP89_0.png?VersionId=Sj5tjRlIkV620NBx0VQO21h6gwCgIybf&itok=ZujEDPKy)
What is the Global Cardiology University project? How does Dr Anavekar encourage trainees to re-examine their role in patient care? What is his advice to our listeners?
![Ep 88: Leadership, Advocacy & Involvement in Your Local ACC Chapter with Dr Vijay Rao](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-03/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP88.png?VersionId=oMUiTd8275CkLfXhu9rBGl0s8fWqbPOa&itok=_Y7f5XUS)
As Dr Kalra asks Dr Rao about the ways in which early career faculty members can get involved with the organization at a state level. Dr Rao shares his insider tips and highlights key events where individuals can further their participation.
How can you get involved with your local ACC chapter? How can you improve your leadership skills? What is Dr Rao’s advice for our listeners?
![EP 87: Gut Microbiome and Heart Health: The 3 Compounds You Need to Know About with Dr Vuyisich](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-02/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP87.png?VersionId=oiG2q7v5U7LA6be61VLOzAF6wM_pVo5j&itok=IolNRUTz)
He explains how the complexity of nutrition and the compounds generated by the gut microbiome can impact our health. We learn more about three compounds produced by our gut microbiome that have a strong connection with heart disease.
Through this conversation, Dr Vuyisich invites us to reframe our approach to nutrition and prevention as a question of food education and data-driven science.
![EP 86: The Year 2022 in Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2023-02/1920x1080_Web_Artwork_Parallax_EP86.png?VersionId=sDY6RRbQ7w32bTveDoy3Wmt5I5WemjVH&itok=CnJsd-zr)
![C Mike Gibson On Art, Medicine And Fatherhood](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/Parallax_35.jpeg?VersionId=_scA1cR65PQLHsP1aHMOB2Od3r_XlXkQ&itok=Ngbr59ew)
In this episode, Mike opens up about his childhood in Stilwell, Oklahoma. Ankur and Mike discuss how the inductive quality of art can complement the deductive principles of science. Mike recalls earlier stages of his career and warns about the blinding effect of the ego-driven, competitive culture of cardiology. Ankur asks Mike about fatherhood and about his role as an educator.
What does it mean to be fearless as a medical professional? How can you protect yourself from the emotional toll of the profession? What is Mike’s advice to early career cardiologists?
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![Toolbox Of An Analyst With Suzanne J Baron](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/Parallax_EP34_SOCIAL.jpeg?VersionId=E.LpHt3fEoyi4pG.9luILAaZ1IkPy0l.&itok=GViir669)
During her interventional cardiology fellowship, Dr Baron became fascinated by the implementation of novel technologies. She earned her degree in Clinical Epidemiology and spent a year working at the FDA’s Device Evaluation unit.
In 2019 Dr Baron presented the results of her late-breaking trial, COAPT. Ankur invites Suzanne to discuss the economic analysis of the study and to give a short introduction to cost-effectiveness analysis. Suzanne provides an overview of the trial and they talk about the importance of understanding the value and benefits of new devices from both the patient and the health-economic point of viewpoint.
![Chuck Simonton on Leadership, Innovations and Industry](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/Parallax_33.jpeg?VersionId=29Kdy_v9e.9ZB0YYbvalv.Q4orenEzv3&itok=PSJIr7xf)
How should you start building a research programme? What are Chuck Simonton’s thoughts on the relationship between doctors and the industry? What is Chuck’s message to young cardiologists?
![Diagnosing treating sexism in cardiology](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/Parallax_322.jpeg?VersionId=9xzpxvvCAUKsrUc1WcX2Jq.lEusnYD8s&itok=lU5ZREI9)
After the #MedBikini campaign provoked by a misogynistic study that scrutinized female doctors’ social media posts, this episode is about creating a safer environment for female healthcare professionals.
![Mending the broken house of cardiology with Roxana Mehran](https://assets.radcliffecardiology.com/s3fs-public/styles/podcast_episode_teaser/public/podcast-episode/2024-02/Parallax%20Podcast%20Ep%2031%20Final%20Artwork2_0.jpeg?VersionId=JwypYBrAmLqWWwQM8Z47Nfd4UBS.1AMo&itok=r1iD3cws)
The charity organisation, Women as One is an agent for women and men to be part of medicine that is built on talent, rather than a privilege. Roxana and Ankur discuss the role of mentorship and family-friendly work environment in mending the broken house of cardiology. Roxana talks about the practical tools that are available for women to take the next steps in their career and achieve their goals.