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The Journey to Better

Dr. Bill Lombardi
Mental Health
Interventional Cardiology
Cardiology
Personal Growth
Imposter Syndrome
Community Support
Patient Care
Coaching
Vulnerability
Angioplasty
Medical Training
Heart Disease
Fastwave Medical
Women's Empowerment In Medicine
Mindset
Radiation Safety
Mindfulness
Medsider
Cultural Pressures
Emotional Resilience

Dr. Bill Lombardi has been one of the highest-volume complex PCI and chronic total occlusion (CTO) operators in the world for over a decade. He's always striving to improve his skills and methods to perform safer and more efficient procedures. It's a journey to better that extends beyond technical and into mental and emotional health. Bill will discuss topics, ideas, and examples with special gues... more

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Latest Episodes

Bill Lombardi welcomes Dr. Jasleen Tiwana, an interventional cardiologist practicing in Alaska who completed her high-risk PCI fellowship at the University of Washington, to discuss her journey from training to building a successful practice while ba... more

Dr. Greg Witkop shares his journey from Army ophthalmologist to DARPA researcher, developing innovative approaches to mental health by combining neuroscience, psychology, and sleep medicine to heal trauma-affected brains. The conversation explores ho... more

Primero Ng, a recent high-risk PCI graduate who trained with Bill at UW, shares his experience transitioning back to practice in Australia and the challenges of building a complex cardiac program in a different healthcare system. Their conversation e... more

Dr. Rhian Davies shares her journey from cardiology fellowship to becoming an interventionist specializing in complex high-risk PCIs and CTOs while balancing her passion for competitive horseback jumping.

• Meeting Dr. Lombardi at a fellows course i... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Witkop
Former army flight surgeon and ophthalmologist, focusing on neuroscience and resilience
Episode: Dr. Greg Witkop - The Neuroscience of Resilience
Primero Ng
Recent high-risk PCI graduate and interventional cardiologist.
Public academic center in Australia
Episode: Dr. Primero Ng - Wisdom Beyond Procedures
Rhian Davies
Former high-risk fellow specializing in cardiology and complex interventions.
Episode: Dr. Rhian Davies - Mental Courage
Jesse Kane
High-risk PCI fellow and interventional cardiologist currently building a program at the University of Vermont.
University of Vermont
Episode: Dr. Jesse Kane - Courage to Evolve
Gabe Charbonneau
Family practice doctor currently in rural Montana
Providence
Episode: Dr. Gabe Charbonneau - Medicine Forward
Dr. Aaron Grantham
Early interviewee and friend of Bill Lombardi
Mid-America Heart
Episode: 100th Perspective - Dr. Aaron Grantham and Dr. Jarrod Frizzell
Dr. Jared Frizzell
Early interviewee and friend of Bill Lombardi
The Christ, Cincinnati
Episode: 100th Perspective - Dr. Aaron Grantham and Dr. Jarrod Frizzell
Joe Green
An individual passionate about finding purpose and helping others, former pole vaulter
Episode: Joe Green - Finding Purpose Beyond Performance
Lisa Hunt
Flight attendant with Alaska Airlines, shares her personal journey and experiences on the Camino de Santiago.
Alaska Airlines
Episode: Lisa Hunt - Walking Away From Shame

Host

Bill Lombardi
Host and expert in complex PCI and chronic total occlusion procedures, dedicated to improving skills and promoting mental health awareness within medical practice.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Great

    Thanks, GaF Grace and Forgiveness

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Box of Rocks!
    United States4 months ago
  • Physician Heal Thyself

    Wow! To hear my old friend and colleague was doing a podcast definitely caught me off guard. And then, Bill, I started listening. And relating. And the more I heard, the more I wanted to hear. Our stories are different, yet parallel in so many ways that it is uncanny. We are struggling to stay whole in a very broken culture. You are opening the door to cultural change. I have devoured every episode since I learned of Journey to Better five months ago. And I can’t wait for the next one. Thank you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMacG EP
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent Listen

    As an interventional cardiologist, I had seen Dr. Lombardi at conferences and was completely in awe of his skills as a CTO operator. However, he has completely taken cardiology and being a doctor to the next level in this podcast. His episodes have helped me to regain my humanity and combat burnout that has been rampant in our field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IcinTN
    United States9 months ago
  • History lessons in CV Space - rewarding to hear

    Bill, I have been in the MedTech Industry space over 30 years with many companies Bard, ACS, Heart Technology, BSC, Angiotech, SPNC, start ups , and now Abbott . Listening to your conversations with CV luminaries , MedTech executives , etc brings back all the reasons I have enjoyed my career so much that I never want to leave it. Keep doing these podcasts and I’ll keep listening.

    PS: Love to get you on virtually to the network I founded back in 2013 SMMG MedTech . Perhaps in 2025 ?

    With res... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve "Zeke" Zielinski
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you!

    This podcast is truly outstanding, offering insightful discussions on critical topics. The guest speakers are exceptional, and the content is both informative and highly valuable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo Barghout
    United Statesa year ago

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Joe Green - Finding Purpose Beyond Performance
Q: What do you want to learn?
Bill is looking to manage overthinking and anxiety while seeking greater peace.
Joe Green - Finding Purpose Beyond Performance
Q: What fulfills you now?
Joe finds fulfillment in seeing his wife laugh, engaging with children, and witnessing moments of understanding when others learn something new.
Dr. Sarah Samaan - Boundaries
Q: What are some challenges that people in the profession face?
Time management and dealing with electronic health records are common issues, along with navigating expectations placed upon physicians.
Dr. Sarah Samaan - Boundaries
Q: How do you get the curiosity going?
Facilitators encourage participants to articulate what they see and paraphrase their responses, allowing for diverse perspectives to be shared.
Dr. Odayme Quesada - Breaking Barriers
Q: How do we get more women feeling safe to get seen in healthcare?
By listening to their concerns and recognizing atypical presentations that should not be dismissed as anxiety.

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Focused on self-improvement and personal development, this podcast highlights the intersection of technical skills and emotional well-being, particularly in the medical field. With engaging discussions featuring experts across diverse professions, listeners can expect insights on mental health, leadership, and the importance of collaboration in healthcare. Notably, the podcast provides relatable narratives that emphasize vulnerability, resilience, and the human aspect of medicine, making it a resource for both professionals and those on a personal journey toward growth.

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Recent guests on The Journey to Better include:

1. Greg Witkop
2. Primero Ng
3. Rhian Davies
4. Jesse Kane
5. Gabe Charbonneau
6. Dr. Aaron Grantham
7. Dr. Jared Frizzell
8. Joe Green

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