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PCICS Podcast

The Podcast for Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care 158 Episodes Aug 18, 2026

This podcast covers various topics in pediatric cardiac intensive care, including cardiology, cardiac surgery, and anesthesia. Episodes feature challenging cases, new research, journal clubs, and discussions on humanity topics, current events, education, and novel ICU therapies. Guests include specialists from pediatric cardiac ICUs worldwide and other leaders in the field. It is the official podcast of the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society and is a longstanding resource for pediatric cardiology and critical care professionals.

Episodes

PCICS Episode 160:  QI Spotlight: Flight Plans for Quality & Safety
PCICS Episode 160: QI Spotlight: Flight Plans for Quality & Safety Aug 18, 2026 00:42:21 Join hosts Rambod Amirnovin (Miller Children’s, Elevance Health) and Jennifer Gauntt, MD (HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s at Presbyterian St. Luke’s), as they interview experts using “flight plans” to improve the safety and quality of care in their cardiac ICU’s. Drs. Judson Moore, Andy Koth, and Santiago Borasino give the audience insights into what flight plans are, how they created th
PCICS Episode 159: Shaping the Future of Pediatric Heart Failure: Innovations, VADs, and Expert Insights
PCICS Episode 159: Shaping the Future of Pediatric Heart Failure: Innovations, VADs, and Expert Insights Aug 11, 2026 00:43:27 Join us as we explore the rapidly evolving world of pediatric heart failure and ventricular assist devices. Through conversations with leading experts, we discuss the latest innovations, emerging research, and real-world challenges while gaining insights into where the field is headed and what the future holds for children with advanced heart failure. Hosts: Chris Knoll, MD (Phoenix Children's)
PCICS Episode 158:  Current Challenges and Management of Chylothorax
PCICS Episode 158: Current Challenges and Management of Chylothorax Jul 20, 2026 00:44:50 Join our special guests: Melissa Winder, CPNP-AC (Primary Children’s Hospital, Univ Utah); David Bailly, DO (Primary Children’s Hospital, Univ Utah); Gregory Adamson, MD (Standford Children’s). These experts discuss the challenges of managing chylothorax and current multi-disciplinary approaches. Host and Editor: Kavi Komeswaran, MD (Children’s Mississippi) Co-host: Maria Batsis, MD (Stanford Ch
PCICS Episode 157: Building Leaders in the Heart Institute
PCICS Episode 157: Building Leaders in the Heart Institute Jul 6, 2026 00:37:27 Leadership in the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit requires more than clinical expertise—it demands the ability to inspire teams, navigate complexity, and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. In this episode, we explore what makes an effective leader in the cardiac ICU and discuss practical strategies for developing the next generation of leaders through mentorship, med
PCICS Podcast Episode 156: Foster the Spark
PCICS Podcast Episode 156: Foster the Spark Jun 15, 2026 00:34:59 In this episode, Fostering the Spark, we dive into how ICU nurses can stay passionate, curious, and connected to their purpose through continual growth and learning. Because let’s be honest—nursing is intense, and CICU nursing brings an entirely different level of emotional, mental, and clinical demand. Without challenge, support, or opportunities to grow, it’s easy to feel burned out or stagnant
PCICS Podcast Episode 155: NewsTalk - PCICS News Roundup
PCICS Podcast Episode 155: NewsTalk - PCICS News Roundup Jun 2, 2026 00:26:24 Join us on this episode of PCICS NewsTalk, where we discuss the latest news in our field. In this episode, our PCICS leadership team discusses several updates going on in the society, including updates on our international expansions, upcoming member votes, and ways to get involved. Host/Editor/Producer: David Werho (UC San Diego/Rady Children's) Guests: Lillian Su (Children's National) and L
PCICS Podcast Episode 154:  CHD Global Partnership with Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute, Tanzania.
PCICS Podcast Episode 154: CHD Global Partnership with Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute, Tanzania. May 18, 2026 00:41:59 Please join special guests Heather Viamonte, MD (CHOA/Emory), Fawaaz Shaw, MD (CHOA/Emory) and Virginia Horan, PA (Intermountain Health/U. Utah) discussing the bidirectional partnership with Global Health Office of Pediatrics at Emory (GHOPE) and Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute, a public national specialized cardiovascular teaching and research hospital within Muhimbili National Hospital affilia
PCICS Podcast Episode 153:  Management Strategies for HLHS with Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation
PCICS Podcast Episode 153: Management Strategies for HLHS with Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation May 4, 2026 00:27:59 Join host Maryam Naim, MD (CHOP) and guests Chitra Ravishankar, MD (CHOP), Kats Maeda, MD (CHOP) and Humera Ahmed, MD (CHOP) as they discuss the management of HLHS with severe tricuspid valve regurgitation. Host: Maryam Naim (CHOP) Editor/Producer: Deanna Todd Tzanetos, MD, MSCI (Norton Children's/U of Louisville) Episode sponsor: Cincinnati Children's Hospital
PCICS Episode 152: 50 Years of the Fontan-Kreutzer Operation: A Conversation with Dr. Peter Laussen
PCICS Episode 152: 50 Years of the Fontan-Kreutzer Operation: A Conversation with Dr. Peter Laussen Apr 20, 2026 00:49:00 The second in a 4 part collaboration with Pediatrica Intensiva honoring 50 plus years of the Fontan-Kreutzer operation. Join hosts Dr. Greg Kelly (Children's Hospital at Westmead, Australia) and Dr. Deanna Todd Tzanetos (Norton Children's Hospital/U of Louisville) with guest Dr. Peter Laussen (Boston Children's Hospital) as they discuss the history of the Fontan operation from its early beginning
PCICS Episode 151: Pediatric Palliative Care in the Cardiac ICU and Beyond
PCICS Episode 151: Pediatric Palliative Care in the Cardiac ICU and Beyond Apr 7, 2026 01:10:18 This episode brings together voices from palliative care (PC), the cardiac ICU, and cardiac surgery to explore how a collaborative approach with PC can transform the care of children with congenital heart disease. Through shared perspectives and real-world insights & challenges, the team discusses how early integration of palliative care supports complex decision-making, enhances communication wit
PCICS Episode 150: PCICS QI Podcast - Top Abstracts 2025
PCICS Episode 150: PCICS QI Podcast - Top Abstracts 2025 Mar 18, 2026 00:41:51 Our guests represent the top QI abstracts from the 2026 PCICS Conference in Austin, Texas. Guest: Catherine Allan MD (Cleveland Clinic) Abstract: Targeting Modification of Prescribing Practices in the ICU Setting to Reduce Central Line Entries Guest: Ashley Frankel MSN-Ed RN (Stanford Medicine Children's Health) Abstract: Practicing HAPI Habits - Take the Pressure Off!: Hospital Acquired Pressu
PCICS Episode 149: 50 years of the Fontan- Kreutzer Operation A conversation with Dr. Tom Glenn
PCICS Episode 149: 50 years of the Fontan- Kreutzer Operation A conversation with Dr. Tom Glenn Mar 2, 2026 00:44:04 The first in a 4 part collaboration with Pediatrica Intensiva honoring 50 plus years of the Fontan-Kreutzer Operation. Join hosts Dr. Greg Kelly (Children's Hospital at Westmead, Austrailia) and Dr. Deanna Todd Tzanetos (Norton Children's Hospital/U of Louisville) with guest Dr. Tom Glenn (Texas Children's Hospital) as they discuss the shifting focus from survival to quality of survival and then

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