Cardiology # 39Jun 16, 2026with Hallie McNew, NP, Dr. Sameh Sayfo
How are advanced practice providers (APPs) helping to elevate cardiovascular care? In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, Dr. Sameh Sayfo, an interventional cardiologist at Baylor Scott & White in Dallas, interviews nurse practitioner Hallie McNew about her journey from bedside ICU nursing to leading roles in cardiac surgery and structural heart practice. They discuss the unique strengths APPs bring to cardiology teams, differences between NPs and PAs, and highlight how prior nursing experience, mentorship, and structured onboarding can elevate quality of care, efficiency, and communication for cardiac patients.
