# Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College

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Podcast: [Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/becker-s-healthcare-cardiology-heart-surgery-podcast-1565684)
Published: 2025-12-21T21:22:41+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.show/cardiologypodcast/cardiologypodcast/150914666/anthony-j-tortolani-md-facs-facc-cardiac-and-thoracic-surgeon-and-professor-emeritus-of-clinical-cardiothoracic-surgery-at-weill-cornell-medical-college/
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## Resource

In this episode, Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College, discusses the realities of declining profit margins and how leaders are balancing financial pressures with clinical excellence. He explores practical applications of AI in clinical medicine, including improvements in efficiency and less invasive surgical approaches, and shares why aligning strategic vision with day-to-day tactical planning is essential for long-term success in cardiovascular care.

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