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Both Sides of the StethoscopeWhat Our Patients—and Our Own Journeys—Taught Us About Being Better PhysiciansIn this reflective episode of Both Sides of the Stethoscope, Colby and Alin dive into the powerful lessons learned not just from being patients—but from caring for them. As both physicians and former patients, they share the moments that reshaped how they practice medicine: the times they felt truly seen, the words that stuck with them, and the everyday acts of humanity that left a lasting impact.From the bedside to the clinic, this conversation explores how vulnerability, empathy, trust, and humility can transform a good doctor into a great one. Whether you’re in medicine or s...2025-06-3033 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeVaccine Talk: What Patients Need to Know with Dr. Chin-HongIn this episode of Both Sides of the Stethoscope, we delve into the critical topic of vaccinations for immunocompromised individuals. Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, an infectious disease specialist at UCSF, joins us to discuss measles outbreaks, herd immunity, titers and more!Resources & Further Reading:CDC Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccination for Immunocompromised Individuals: (CDC)CDC's 2025 Immunization Schedules: (CDC)CDC's Best Practices for Altered Immunocompetence: (CDC)Stay Connected:Subscribe to Both Sides of the Stethoscope on your preferred podcast platform to stay updated on the latest in healthcare discussions.2025-05-2736 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeThe Process of Accepting an Organ for TransplantationIn this episode Alin and Colby have a discussion with Dr. Ken Sutha, pediatric nephrologist and 2X kidney transplant recipient, and Dr. Silke Niederhaus, abdominal transplant surgeon and 2X kidney transplant recipient. They discuss the organ allocation process, taking donor call, and why organs are accepted for transplant or rejected. This great conversation shines some light on just how nuanced these decisions can be. Email: bothsidesofthestethoscope@gmail.comInstagram: @bothsidesofthestethoscope Twitter: @bsotsthethoscope 2025-04-2851 min

Every Possible AngleA Change of Heart: Two Sides of a Life with Dr. Alin GragossianIn this episode, Dr. Alin Gragossian shares her unique journey as a physician and a heart transplant recipient. She discusses her early interest in medicine, the challenges she faced during her medical training, and the unexpected heart failure that changed her life. Dr. Gragossian reflects on her recovery process, the emotional struggles post-transplant, and the insights she gained that can help other physicians understand their patients better. Her story highlights the importance of empathy in medicine and the transformative power of personal experience.Thanks for listening! Sitting down to watch? Find the episodes on our YouTube Channel.2025-04-1849 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeThe Process of Getting Listed for Organ Transplant with Dr. Ken SuthaIn this episode Dr. Ken Sutha returns to discuss the process of getting listed for transplant. We had previously gotten a listener email asking about this process so we are finally going to discuss it. All three of us have seen the process from the patient side but Ken and Colby now have to get their patients listed as physicians. This is a really fun episode and gives a unique and deeper look into everything that goes into getting a patient onto a transplant list. 2025-03-3141 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeCelebrating Heart Month by Discussing Heart Disease, Prevention and TerminologyHappy Heart Month! Welcome back to the podcast. In this episode Alin and Colby discuss all things cardiovascular health. Alin asks Colby all the common questions they both encounter and Colby does some teaching about medical terminology and how to prevent future heart disease. Take a listen and reach out to us if you have any more questions about the topic. Email: bothsidesofthestethoscope@gmail.comInstagram: @bothsidesofthestethoscope X (Twitter): @bsotsthethoscope 2025-02-1844 min

Pulse Check Wisconsin-Insights from a Milwaukee, ER DocA Change of Heart-Interview with Dr Alin GragossianSend us a text 2025-01-1655 min

Critical Care Time39. Beneath the Drape with Drs. Alin Gragossian & Paul WischmeyerOn this week's episode of Critical Care Time, Cyrus & Nick sit down with Dr. Alin Gragossian - intensivist, patient advocate, acclaimed blogger and heart transplant recipient and Dr. Paul Wischmeyer - a prior guest on CCT who is a world-renowned intensive care nutrition expert, tenured professor and no stranger to prolonged bouts with critical illness and life-threatening disease. These two incredible people share their stories and perspectives as physicians who have spent considerable time both behind the drape and beneath the drape: Being on the receiving end of countless procedures and life-saving interventions. They share with us their thoughts on...2024-12-161h 43

Both Sides of the StethoscopeOnline Medical Education and Avoiding Misinformation with Dr. Ali Haider aka @YourHeartDocIn this episode Alin and Colby chat with Dr. Ali Haider. You may know him from his social media accounts as @YourHeartDoc. They discuss Dr. Haider's career path into interventional cardiology and dive into what made him start producing medical education on social media and how to combat and avoid medical misinformation on the internet. 2024-11-0431 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeBonus Days, Post Transplant Coping and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Education with Alison ConklinIn this episode Alin and Colby have a discussion with Alison Conklin. Alison is a hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patient and heart transplant recipient who recently created and magazine called Bonus Days, dedicated to sharing stories of transplant and those dealing with chronic illness. Since Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy was the cause of Alison's need for a heart transplant, Colby takes this opportunity to teach a little bit about this illness. 2024-10-0733 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeMotivating others and building a community post transplant with Brittany Clayborne PsyDIn this episode Colby and Alin speak with Dr. Brittany Clayborne PsyD. Brittany has overcome peripartum cardiomyopathy, heart transplantation and stage 4 lymphoma while at the say time getting her doctorate in psychology and starting a non profit called Brittany Speaks. She now faces a tougher challenge in dealing with her son's need for a heart transplant. In light of this the two of them together have started a network for teens who are affected by transplant! https://www.brittanyspeaks.com/https://www.transplanttz.org/2024-09-2335 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeDiscussing Organ Transplant Policy with Dr. Macey LevanMacey Levan, PhD, JD is a donation/transplant advocate (a living donor!!!), associate professor, and the Director for Transplant Applied Research Qualitative Core at NYU. She knows everything policy-related with organ donation and transplantation, and is heavily involved in OPTN. In this episode we discuss how Macey got involved in this type of work, the policies in the USA surrounding organ donation and what the future may look like with the modernization of organ donation. 2024-09-0233 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopePediatric Heart Transplants and Congenital Heart Disease with Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Thomas MaxeyPediatric Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Thomas Maxey joins Alin and Colby to discuss his career path into the world of pediatric heart surgery. Discussions include pediatric heart transplant, congenital heart disease, transition of care from child to adult, and speaking to children and parents at the bedside. 2024-04-2935 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeDiscussion with Sara Siqueiros, mom of THREE heart transplant recipientsIn this episode Alin and Colby have a discussion with Sara Siquerios. Sara is the caregiver of all caregivers, as she cares for three children all of whom have had heart transplants. Sara's three children were all diagnosed with restrictive cardiomyopathy and required heart transplants before the age of three. Sara shares their family's incredible story, how she handled having three children in the hospital at the same time, and what life looks like now with three immunocompromised kids. An amazing episode you won't want to miss. This episode is sponsored by Paragonix Technologies, an in...2024-04-0139 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeInterview with heart transplant recipient Tyler Chavez, PAIn this episode Alin and Colby have a discussion with Tyler Chavez, a heart transplant recipient and surgical physician assistant. They discuss Tyler's incredible story of beating cancer as a child, his acute onset heart failure that saw him operating while getting IV medication infusions and discuss about the role of a physician assistant and the path to that career.Tyler Chavez is a Certified Physician Assistant residing and working in the greater DC area. Completing the PA program at Duke University in 2012, he went on to complete the Physician Assistant Surgical Residency at Duke as well...2024-03-1141 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeThe Art of Medicine, Resilience, Heart Function Not Failure and More with Dr. Anu LalaIn this episode Alin and Colby sit down and chat with Dr. Anu Lala. They discuss dealing with a diagnosis of heart failure, the approach to changing the narrative to heart function not failure, and patient advocacy. Dr. Lala also turns the tables and interviews Alin and Colby about how they dealt with being told their diagnosis and their resilience in the face of adversity. Dr. Anuradha Lala-Trindade (Anu Lala) is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist at Mount Sinai. Her clinical interests encompass all aspects of management of heart failure including the selection and care o...2024-02-2643 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeHeart Failure Gadgets and more with Dr. Philip Adamson, Chief Medical Officer at AbbottIn this episode Alin and Colby have an insightful conversation with Dr. Philip Adamson. Phil Adamson is Divisional Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for the Heart Failure Division at Abbott. In this capacity, Dr. Adamson is responsible for global development of Abbott’s heart failure formulary spanning cardiac resynchronization therapy to the CardioMEMS HF system. They discuss the different devices available to help heart failure patients, the progress that has been made over the last 40 years, the future of heart failure management and much, much more! This episode is sponsored by Paragonix Technologies, an...2024-02-1240 min

Medicine Redefined140. A Change of Heart: The Pulse on Life After Transplant | Alin Gragossian, DODr. Alin Gragossian completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine at Drexel University, where she cultivated the skills required to manage critical and time-sensitive diagnoses. Following her residency, Dr. Gragossian pursued a 2-year multidisciplinary fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Her experiences in these environments equipped her with a unique insight into the intricacies of managing critical cardiac conditions. Remarkably, Dr. Gragossian's personal journey has been deeply intertwined with her professional pursuits. In 2019, she underwent an urgent heart transplant herself after being diagnosed with familial dilated cardiomyopathy, a life-changing experience that gave her...2024-01-2957 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeA Deep Dive into Transplant Meds with Mary Chandran, PharmD and Adina Petrosan, PharmDIn this episode Alin and Colby have an in depth conversation with two transplant pharmacists. Mary Chandran and Adina Petrosan teach us about the medications that are the mainstay of transplant medicine. We discuss the needs for these meds, side effects, medication compliance, and much more. You can contact Mary at Mary.Chandran@unchealth.unc.eduYou can contact Adina at Adina.Petrosan@mountsinai.org This episode is sponsored by Paragonix Technologies, an industry leader committed to protecting the gift of organ donation. To learn how Paragonix is reshaping the standard of...2023-12-1841 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeTransplant Medicine is Fun! A Discussion with Dr. Jon R. Friedman, Chief Medical Officer of Transplant GenomicsIn this episode we have a riveting discussion with Dr. Jon Friedman the Chief Medical Officer of Transplant Genomics. Dr. Friedman, joined Transplant Genomics as Chief Medical Officer in February 2022 after 22 years with Optum/United Health Group. Dr. Friedman is a Fellow of the American Society of Transplantation and received an AST Distinguished Service Award for his efforts in breaking down financial barriers in support of living kidney donors. Tune in for discussion on the use of blood tests to avoid biopsies, how we are working towards decreasing the amount of immmunosupresion meds in the future, and the future direc...2023-11-1350 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopePart 2: Interview with Matthew Brady who has been living with a heart transplant for 31 YearsIn this episode we pick right back up with our interview with Matt. In part 2 we discuss being a professional patient, new fears that come with having a transplant and parenthood and navigating the healthcare system. Email: bothsidesofthestethoscope@gmail.com Instagram: @bothsidesofthestethoscope Twitter: @bsotsthethoscope 2023-10-2326 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopePart 1: Interview with Matthew Brady who has been living with a heart transplant for 31 YearsIn part 1 of this 2 part episode we talk with Matt Brady. Matt is 31 year post heart transplant that he received due to a viral illness at the age of 7. In this first part we discuss what led to his transplant, how he dealt with a transplant at such a young age, and setbacks he has had a long this 31 year journey. Tune in next week for part 2 of the interview! Email: bothsidesofthestethoscope@gmail.com Instagram: @bothsidesofthestethoscope Twitter: @bsotsthethoscope 2023-10-1632 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeBoth Sides of Organ Donation: A discussion with Laura Reff, the mother of Alin's organ donorIn this episode Alin and Colby have an open and honest discussion with Laura Reff. Laura is the mom of Alin's heart donor Lucy. Tune in to hear about Lucy's story and legacy, being a donor family, the relationship between Alin and Lucy's family post transplant and much, much more! 2023-09-1828 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeMaking Room for Rheum. Interview with rheumatologist Dr. Brittany Panico.In this episode Alin and Colby have a discussion with rheumatologist Dr. Brittany Panico. They discuss everything from post transplant concerns in the field of rheumatology, auto-immune diseases, and the amazing but also dreaded medication prednisone. They also give some tips on how to try and prevent future complications! 2023-08-1439 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeIs there a role for AI in organ transplantation and other fields of medicine? A discussion with advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist Dr. Rohan Goswami.In this episode Alin and Colby welcome on Dr. Rohan Goswami. Dr. Goswami is an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville Florida. He specializes in the use of AI in the field of heart transplantation and the use of mechanical support systems as a bridge to recovery or a bridge to heart transplantation. This episodes discussions on both of those topics and much, much more! 2023-07-1745 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeHow do organs get transported? A discussion with Paragonix CEO Lisa Anderson, Ph.D.In this episode Alin and Colby have a enlightening discussion with Lisa Anderson, Ph.D. the CEO of a company called Paragonix. Paragonix Technologies is a leading developer, manufacturer, and service provider in the organ transplant industry, establishing a novel approach to preservation that represents a significant improvement over the traditional standard of care. This allowed for great insight into an often overlooked part of the transplant process.2023-07-0333 min

Succeed in MedicineNavigating Life as a Heart Transplant Patient with Dr. Alin GragossianDr. Alin Gragossian talks about her experience with a health issue that interrupted her graduate medical education. She developed cardiogenic shock, was in the ICU, received a heart transplant and still managed to finish her emergency medicine residency and critical care fellowship! [00:00:23] Interrupted Medical Training. [00:05:33] Cardiogenic shock and resuscitation. [00:06:41] Severe heart failure. [00:12:44] Heart transplant urgency. [00:16:04] Heart transplant candidacy. [00:20:36] Facing mortality before surgery. [00:23:44] Phrases that helped. [00:25:36] Caregivers and support people. [00:28:13] Patient privacy in hospitals. [00:31:39] Patient support in transplant. [00:34:39] Heart tran...2023-06-0141 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeInterview with Rishi Kumar, MD, FACCIn this episode Alin and Colby interview Dr. Rishi Kumar. Dr. Kumar is a cardiac anesthesiologist and a cardiovascular intensivist. Listen for a great discussion about what happens in the OR during cardiothoracic cases, the process of organ transplant, where the future of transplant is headed, and what it is like to use Instagram for medical education to 155K followers! 2023-05-3034 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeSkin Care in the ImmunosuppressedIn this episode Alin and Colby discuss all things dermatology with double board certified dermatologist Dr. May Hall. Dr. Hall explains to us the risks of skin cancer in the immunocompromised population, sunscreen and clothing recommendations, and prevention strategies! Come for the skin cancer prevention, stay for the pimple popping discussion!2023-05-1527 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeCelebrating Donate Life Month with a Story of Living DonationIn this episode Alin and Colby discuss an amazing story of living donation to celebrate donate life month! Dr. Ezra Lichtman and Dr. Amos Lichtman join the podcast to share their story. When Amos needed a liver transplant his brother Ezra did not hesitate to give him part of his. Tune in to hear how Amos found himself in need of a new liver and what life has been like afterwards for both donor and recipient. 2023-04-2437 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeWhat's it like getting a heart transplant in the UK? An interview with heart transplant recipient Hannah SharmaIn this episode Alin and Colby interview Hannah Sharma. Hannah is a heart transplant recipient who lives across the pond in the UK. They discuss her time waiting for transplant, the cause of her heart failure and look into the differences between transplant in the UK vs the USA. 2023-04-1740 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeSurviving Cardiac Arrest. An interview with Mike PapaleIn this episode Alin and Colby discuss surviving cardiac arrest with Mike Papale. Mike discusses his story of his cardiac arrest, coming to terms with his diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and tells us about his recent book he wrote called "A Big Heart". Mike is the founder of In A Heartbeat Foundation, host of A Big Heart podcast, and an outreach manager at Defibtech, a device company that manufactures automated external defibrillators. Stay until the end for a very important and in depth conversation about American sports. 2023-04-0340 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeLife after LVAD and Heart Transplant with guest Andrew (AJ) JonesIn this episode Alin and Colby interview Andrew (AJ) Jones. AJ developed acute heart failure and needed first an LVAD and then a heart transplant. AJ gives us the details of these procedures, how he lived his life as a fitness enthusiast afterwards, and how this shaped his future and led him to work with New England Donor Services. 2023-03-2043 min

Raise the LineLessons From ‘Patient School’ That Medical School Doesn’t Teach - Dr. Alin Gragossian, Heart Transplant Recipient and Emergency Medicine Specialist“In about three weeks, I went from a completely normal thirty-year-old to somebody with a heart transplant. It was crazy,” says Dr. Alin Gragossian, who shares her remarkable experience on this edition of Raise the Line. What makes her tale even more interesting is that at the time of the life-threatening heart episode that necessitated the transplant, she was finishing up a residency in emergency medicine. In fact, Dr. Gragossian is dually trained in emergency medicine and critical care medicine. Since her transplant, she’s been using her platform to share her unique experiences with other health professionals and raise...2023-02-1625 min

ACEP NowcastDecember 2022: FHCS Case Report, Being Patient with Dr. Alin Gragossian, and MoreIn this month’s episode, Assistant Editor and Host Dr. Amy Ho chats with Dr. Justin Resendes who—along with Drs. Abhilasha Boruah and Rafi Israeli—wrote this month’s case report on Fitz-Hugh Curtis Syndrome in a Male with HIV. Also, in this month’s Being Patient Segment, Dr. Alin Gragossian shares her experience with heart failure and receiving a heart transplant at age 30. Read more on ACEPNow.com Revisit ACEP Nowcast podcast episodes. Catch up on all of ACEP Now in past issues.2022-12-2829 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopePart 2 Giving Back to the Transplant Community, Interview with Denise Redeker, Heart Transplant Recipient and Founder of the Heartfelt Help FoundationIn this episode Alin and Colby interview Denise Redeker. She is a heart transplant recipient and founder of the Heartfelt Help Foundation. Tune in to hear Denise's unique story and how she is giving back to the transplant community through housing!2022-11-2227 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeGiving back to the transplant community. Interview with Craig Smith, heart transplant recipient, and founder of Second Chance FundraisingIn this episode Alin and Colby Interview Craig Smith. Craig is a heart transplant recipient who post transplant wanted to give back to the transplant community. He started Second Chance Fundraising which spreads awareness for organ donation and much much more. Hear Craig's story of acute illness, need for LVAD and then transplant, and what he is up to now to give back! 2022-10-1732 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeAnswering Listener QuestionsIn this episode Alin and Colby give and update on what is happening in their life and plans for the podcast future. They also answer listener questions about choice of heart transplant center, being around sick individuals and much more. 2022-10-0322 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeTraveling with TransplantIn this episode we talk all things traveling with Travels With Transplant. She is a pilot and kidney transplant recipient who spends her time flying all over the world. Travels With Transplant gives us great insight into what to worry about when traveling, some tips and tricks, and a little insider information about the flying industry. This is a really great interview that we really enjoyed so we hope you enjoy it too! 2022-07-1039 min

Both Sides of the StethoscopeThe Impact of Organ Transplant and Chronic Illness on Mental HealthIn this episode Alin and Colby discuss how having an organ transplant and chronic illness can have a significant impact on your mental health. May is mental health awareness month so this seemed like an excellent time to dive into this subject. Colby and Alin both share their personal experience with anxiety and depression surrounding their illness. References:https://journals.lww.com/transplantjournal/fulltext/2013/10150/Mental_Health_Disorders_and_Solid_Organ_Transplant.3.aspxhttps://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/pn.46.15.psychnews_46_15_10_1 2022-05-1721 min