Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast

Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast


Dr. Wayne J. Franklin, Senior Vice President of the Children’s National Heart Center

October 08, 2025

This episode features Dr. Wayne J. Franklin, Senior Vice President of the Children’s National Heart Center, as he discusses the top challenges shaping cardiology today, including workforce shortages, the evolving role of AI, and the impact of private equity on healthcare. Dr. Franklin also shares his optimism for technology-driven innovation and the importance of humanism in modern medicine.