Episode # 20 • 13 Jan 2026
System Innovations in Medical Practice
Clinicians play a central role in shaping cardiovascular innovation, yet many lack a clear pathway to participate. In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, Dr. Sameh Sayfo speaks with Dr. Mohamad Alkhouli, cardiologist and Chair of Research and Innovation at the Mayo Clinic, about practical approaches for clinician involvement in healthcare innovation and strategies to address persistent gaps in cardiovascular care access.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:49 - The Value of an MBA for Physicians
05:24 - Understanding Systems and Organizational Behavior
07:31 - Navigating Innovation in MedTech
13:15 - Bridging the Gap Between Physicians and Business
19:44 - The Role of Professional Societies in Innovation
25:32 - Future Trends in Interventional Cardiology
29:58 - Global Perspectives on Innovation
31:47 - Closing Remarks and Credits
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More about this episode
The discussion examines Dr. Alkhouli’s decision to pursue an MBA, the role of business and organizational training in medical leadership, and how system-level thinking informs innovation beyond device development. Broader themes include stakeholder alignment, organizational behavior, and emerging opportunities for non-device innovation within contemporary cardiovascular practice.
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