Abbott’s Adamson, Piorkowski share how tech can help heal and empower people with heart disease

In the opening episode of the DeviceTalks podcast network's newest podcast, AbbottTalks, Dr. Christopher Piorkowski, Divisional VP and Chief Medical Officer of Electrophysiology, and Dr. Philip Adamson, Divisional VP and Chief Medical Officer of Heart Failure, discuss the significant advancements in Abbott's cardiac technology and their forward-looking approach to cardiovascular care. Piorkowski sheds light on the profound impact of technology on patient outcomes in AFib treatment and underscores the importance of enhanced risk stratification tools and personalized therapy approaches. Adamson delves into the progress of Abbott's HeartMate series, specifically the HeartMate 3, highlighting its improved performance and reduced complications compared to its predecessors. Both Abbott leaders stress the essential role of implementation science and foresee an upward trend in enhanced patient identification to administer therapies like the HeartMate 3, aiming to reach patients across the disease spectrum who could significantly benefit from these advanced therapies. Listen now to AbbottTalks' first episode, and make sure to subscribe on all major podcast platforms to get the behind-the-scenes look at Abbott's transformative work across its diverse portfolio. This episode is sponsored by Coatings2Go. For more information go to Coatings2Go.com. Thank you for listening to the AbbottTalks Podcast.