About Living Legends & Luminaries In Endovascular Medicine
“Living Legends and Luminaries in the Field of Endovascular Medicine” is a podcast hosted by Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer that explores the pioneering work of leaders in endovascular medicine. Through in-depth interviews, the series highlights groundbreaking innovations that have shaped vascular surgery and interventional cardiology. Designed to educate and inspire, each episode offers a unique look into the evolution of medical practice and the visionaries driving it forward.
Watch the interviews for this podcast: https://tv.texasheart.org/living-legends-and-luminaries (https://www.texasheart.org/office-of-education/podcasts/podcast-legends-luminaries/)
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 this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwtwDoqK7vrhE4Nxs22OPbxhQqgulv0u6
7 Apr 2026
Episode 14: Greg Stone: Cardiovascular Innovation and Future
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 medicine, including advancements in valve interventions, heart failure treatments, and the transformative poten...
4 Mar 2026
Cardiovascular Surgery Pioneers and Innovations Featuring Dr. Michael J. Reardon
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 replacement procedures, patient selection for TAVR versus surgical options, and the future of card...
28 Aug 2025
Exploring Innovations in Heart Surgery with Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer
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 medicine, while speculating on the future of surgical skills. Listeners will gain insight into the...
26 Aug 2025
Innovations in Cardiac Technology: The Journey of Dr. William Cohn
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 includes the development of the BiVACOR artificial heart, which features a unique design for effici...
1 Aug 2025
Pioneering Purpose: Marvin Woodall on Building a Legacy in Endovascular Innovation
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 insight and collaborative approach have elevated technologies, teams, and patient outcomes around ...
24 Jul 2025
Redefining What’s Possible in Complex Aortic Repair with Dr. Gustavo Oderich
🎙️ 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 mentorship and international collaboration in pushing the field forward. Listeners will gain insight into...
17 Jul 2025
Trailblazing Catheter-Based Care with Dr. Gerald Dorros
🎙️ 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 for anyone interested in the history—and future—of minimally invasive cardiovascular medicine. F...
10 Jul 2025
Rewiring the Heart: The Bold Science of Dr. Howard Leonhardt
🎙️ 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, and how he’s redefining the future of cardiovascular care. Listen in as he discusses his passion ...
3 Jul 2025
Pioneering Coronary & Carotid Stenting: A Conversation with Dr. Gary Roubin
Gary Roubin MD recounts his pioneering work developing coronary stents and how his veterinary background shaped his approach to cardiac care in an interview.
27 Jun 2025
The Father of EVAR: Dr. Juan Parodi on the Breakthrough That Changed Aortic Aneurysm Surgery Forever
Dr. Juan Carlos Parodi recounts his groundbreaking development of endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) and its revolutionary impact on aortic aneurysm surgery in an interview with an unnamed host.
20 Jun 2025
Dr. Joseph Coselli - A Legacy in Aortic Surgery, Mentored by Giants DeBakey, Cooley & Crawford
Dr. Joseph Coselli recounts his experiences training with legendary surgeons Dr. Michael DeBakey, Dr. Denton Cooley, and Dr. E. Stanley Crawford, shaping his distinguished career in aortic surgery, in an interview with Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer.
5 Jun 2025
The Stent Pioneer: Dr. Julio Palmaz and the Endovascular Revolution
Dr. Julio Palmaz recounts his journey inventing the Palmaz-Schatz stent and revolutionizing endovascular medicine, detailing the challenges and collaborations that led to its creation in this interview.
28 May 2025
Revolutionizing Cardiac Surgery | Dr. Kendra Grubb's Story
Dr. Kendra Grubb recounts her path to becoming a leader in endovascular therapies, highlighting her experiences as a woman in cardiothoracic surgery and her work advancing transcatheter technologies, in an interview with Drs. Zvonimir Krajcer and Stephanie Coulter.
20 May 2025
The Medical Jungle | Dr. Frank Veith’s Impact on Modern Vascular Surgery
Dr. Frank Veith recounts his pioneering contributions to limb salvage surgery and endovascular techniques in a conversation with Dr. Zvonimir Krajcer, highlighting his transformative impact on modern vascular surgery in this interview.
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