Today on the podcast, we shine the spotlight on a true titan in the world of heart surgery — Mr. Adrian Levine.
With over two decades of experience as a leading cardiothoracic consultant surgeon, Mr. Levine has pushed the boundaries of excellence both in the UK and Australia. His surgical precision and clinical insight are second to none.
But he’s not just a top-tier surgeon — he's a visionary educator and international leader. As co-founder and managing director of the globally renowned Cardiac Advanced Life Support (CALS) program, alongside Mr. Joel Dunning, he's transforming how multidisciplinary teams respond to cardiac emergencies.
Mr. Levine brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and global perspective to the field — and we are absolutely thrilled to have him in the Spotlight today. This is one episode you won’t want to miss.
Credits:
Guests: Mr Adrian Levine, Cardiac Surgeon and Co-founder of CALS, Miss Nikki Asemota and Dr David Ike.
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
This September, we return with none other than the legendary Mr Adrian Levine, one of the greatest names in cardiac surgery, with experience spanning over 2 decades . His skill and expertise is to be rivalled with his practice in both the UK and Australia.
A prominent leader both locally and internationally, Mr Levine is a consultant who values training highly. He co-pioneered and is the managing director of the world renowned Cardiac Advanced Life Support (CALS) with Mr Joel Dunning equipping multidisciplinary teams with the tools to manage cardiac emergencies.
From life in the OR to the stories that shaped him — this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 👨⚕️💬
👂 Here’s a short segment to keep you going…
📅 Look out for the full episode in September!
Scalpels. Scrub rooms. Sleepless nights.
What does it take to step into one of the most demanding roles in medicine? In this episode, we explore the path to becoming a cardiothoracic registrar—where precision, pressure, and personal growth go hand in hand.
We talk panic moments, pivotal mentors, and the heart-stopping reality behind the glamour of high-stakes surgeryWe’ll talk about the learning curve, the challenges of high-stakes environments, and the moments that test your confidence—and your commitment. Hear firsthand experiences, advice for trainees, and what it's really like behind the theatre doors.
Recorded at the annual Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery (SCTS) Conference in Edinburgh!
Here are some terms and definitions that is mentioned in the podcast!
Credits:
Guests: Ms Rika Talukder (ST6), Mr Ali Ansaripour (ST4), Miss Nikki Asemota (ST3), Mr Gowthan Santhirakumaran (ST6)
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha (ST3)
Editor - Hae Seung Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Welcome back to our 3rd episode in our Emotional Intelligence for Surgeons series!
We are joined by Mrs Maureen Chiana as she unpacks the power of emotional intelligence (EQ) for surgeons. Working through real life cases experienced by healthcare professionals, discover how mastering EQ can help overcome mental barriers, enhance adaptive thinking, and transform the way we navigate high-stakes environments.
Don’t miss this essential conversation on balancing brilliance with humility.
Links: https://www.themindsightacademy.com/courses/emotional-intelligence-for-leadership
Discount Code for an exclusive 30% off the course for podcast listeners: eqcardio30
Credits:
Guest: Mrs Maureen Chiana
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Support Link:
Practitioner Health: https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/,
Welcome back to the Surgeon's Journey Podcast!
We are kicking off Season 2 with the second part of the Emotional Intelligence for Surgeons 3-part series!
Mrs. Maureen Chiana joins us to unpack the power of emotional intelligence (EQ) for surgeons. With her expertise, we work through real life cases experienced by healthcare professionals, discover how mastering EQ can help overcome mental barriers, enhance adaptive thinking, and transform the way we navigate high-stakes environments.
Don’t miss this essential conversation on balancing brilliance with humility.
Links: https://www.themindsightacademy.com/courses/emotional-intelligence-for-leadership
Discount Code for an exclusive 30% off the course for podcast listeners: eqcardio30
Credits:
Guest: Mrs Maureen Chiana
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Support Links:
Practitioner Health: https://www.practitionerhealth.nhs.uk/,
We are back with a brand new, second season of the Surgeon’s Journey: One Heart, Two Lungs, Two Lives.
Season 1 gave you an introduction from the LSOC founders, a lens into the lives of current 1st and 3rd-year resident cardiothoracic surgeons, an insightful introduction to Emotional Intelligence and tackling the God complex in the workplace.
We also kicked off the multi-part series, ‘Is there a future in cardiothoracic surgery?’, featuring prominent surgeons in the field who, in an expert roundtable, give us their answers to this challenging question. Last season, we were joined by 2 inspirational cardiac surgeons - Mr Shipolini and Prof Paul Sergeant.
This new season will bring you bigger and better episodes, so make sure you like, follow and subscribe to keep your finger on the pulse of what Season 2 offers!
Credits:
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
What a privilege it was to interview Prof Paul Sergeant to discuss My Virtual Surgery (MVS) platform. Stay tuned to listen to the great insights Prof provides about the joys and challenges in training current and future cardiothoracic surgeons.
Prof Sergeant is a consultant cardiac surgeon based in Belgium, founder of CTS Net, former President of EACTS our special International guest at the Basic Surgical Skills in Cardiothoracic course.
MVS is a global project that uses seminars/webinars and semi-automated simulation learning platform to implement the science of learning to its users! https://mvs.meplis.com/
Host: Haes Chung/Mwenda Mithika + Emezie Okorocha (intro/outro)
Editor: Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
We are live at the Basic Surgical Skills in Cardiothoracic Course!
We had the opportunity to hear from the prominent and leading consultant cardiac surgery educators: Mr Alex Shipolini, consultant cardiac surgeon and septal myectomy lead at St Bart’s hospital and our special International guest Professor Paul Sergeant, consultant cardiac surgeon in Belgium, founder of CTS Net, former President of EACTS and the curator of My Virtual Surgery, a global project that uses seminars/webinars and semi-automated simulation learning platform to implement the science of learning to its users!
My virtual Surgery: https://mvs.meplis.com/
Hear their thoughts on the future of cardiac surgery, the role of Interventional cardiology and the impact on training on residents - the cardiac consultants of the future!
Join the conversation online! #futureofcts and #lsocuk
Legend - ECFMG: Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates.
Host: Mwenda Mithika + Emezie Okorocha
Editor: Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
That’s right! We are live at the Basic Surgical Skills in Cardiothoracics Course! Hear from the delegates and faculty who have joined us today, 28th September 2024 at St Barts Hospital for the course.
In this episode, we walk you through the day and announce the competition winner at the end! The winner gets their very own Castros set to practice all their coronary anastomosis skills in the future! Stay tuned for the whole episode!
As mentioned on the episode - Mr Paul Sergeant, our International guest faculty, the founder of MVS and a Consultant Cardiac Surgeon from Belgium. My Virtual Surgery is a global project that uses seminars/webinars and semi-automated simulation learning platform to implement the science of learning to its users!
My Virtual Surgery: https://mvs.meplis.com/
Credits:
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha/ Mwenda Mithika
Editor - Hae Seung Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Fanfare Sound by: https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6185">Pixabay
In the journey to becoming or being a surgeon, one must continue to learn and improve on their skills. At LSOC, we are here to help- announcing our upcoming course, Basic Surgical Skills in Cardiothoracic Surgery! Join us on the 28th of September at St Bart's Hospital from 8.45am - 5.30pm. Come to improve your skills, network with trainees and consultants including national AND international faculties, and attend a course that looks great on your CV and future national applications!
COMPETITION TIME: We will be running a competition during the course, so make sure you keep an eye and an ear out for our next podcast episode where we will be announcing the winners!
The top prize will be... your very own Castros set to practice your skills at home!
Don't miss out on the competition winner announcement next week, remember this podcast is streamed on Spotify, direct from our website, Apple Music and Amazon Music!
See you on the 28th!
Credits:
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Fanfare Sound by: https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6185">Pixabay
What exactly is the God-complex, and do all surgeons possess it? More importantly, how do we tame it?
In this episode, we dive deep with Mrs Maureen Chiana as she unpacks the power of emotional intelligence (EQ) for surgeons. Discover how mastering EQ can help overcome mental barriers, enhance adaptive thinking, and transform the way we navigate high-stakes environments. Don’t miss this essential conversation on balancing brilliance with humility.
Links: https://www.themindsightacademy.com/courses/emotional-intelligence-for-leadership
Discount Code for an exclusive 30% off the course for podcast listeners: eqcardio30
Credits:
Guest: Mrs Maureen Chiana
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
In this episode, we meet the brilliant minds of LSOC - the 3 founders; David, Nikki, and Matt!
They come together to discuss their journey from meeting each other to founding LSOC (London School of Cardiothoracics).
Tune in to hear and explore their insights on medical education and discover their passions and hobbies!
Exam collab - https://examcollab.com/
Check out this website for surgical portfolio and MRCS preparation aids.
Use the code: lsoc for a special discount!
Cast: Matt, David, Nikki, Emezie
Credits:
Host - Miss Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Haes Chung
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Join Nikki and Ali for an inside look at the joys, challenges, and unforgettable moments of being a cardiothoracic Senior House Officer (SHO). Get ready for stories, insights, and lots of (loud) laughs!
Credits:
Hosts: Miss Emezie Okorocha and Dr Aaron Punnen
Editor - Mwenda Mithika
Song Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Every story has a beginning... and this episode is not one to miss!
Hear from the cardiothoracic surgeons in their first year of training, the ups and downs, their smiles and frowns, as they describe the start of their career!
Credits:
Host: Dr Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Miss Hae Seung Chung
Song:
Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
Say hello to the LSOC Team!
In this episode, we hear from Nikki, David, Abiah and Emezie as they share stories of their humble beginnings with LSOC.
Stay tuned to hear why they decided to put the scalpel down and pick the microphone up for this incredible podcast -
The Surgeons' Journey: One Heart, Two Lungs, Two Lives.
Credits:
Host: Dr Emezie Okorocha
Editor - Miss Hae Seung Chung
Song:
Bounce - Coma-Media.
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay
