This episode dives into the inspiring and often challenging journeys of women who have carved out careers as cardiac surgeons in Canada—a field historically dominated by men. Through candid conversations, these trailblazers share their personal stories of perseverance, mentorship, and resilience. We explore the unique obstacles they’ve faced, from gender bias and work-life balance to navigating leadership roles in high-pressure environments. Listeners will gain insight into how these surgeons are shaping the future of cardiac care, advocating for diversity, and paving the way for the next generation of women in medicine.

Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion with seasoned surgeons reflecting on their early careers. Our expert guests share the challenges they faced, lessons learned, and insights gained as they navigated the start of their surgical journeys. They also explore how the field has evolved, comparing their experiences then and now. A must-listen for new surgeons and medical enthusiasts eager for insights from experienced professionals.

In this podcast, I sit down with Dr. Rakesh Arora and Dr. Yoan Lamarche, co-founders of the Canadian Cardiovascular Critical Care Society or CANCARE, and Dr. Gurmeet Singh, the current president of CANCARE, to discuss the key pioneering roles that Canadians have played in the growth of the cardiovascular surgical critical care movement, both nationally and internationally.