On this episode of Advances in Care , host Erin Welsh and Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia discuss the highlights of Dr. Smith’s 40+ year career as a cardiac surgeon and how the culture of Columbia has been a catalyst for innovation in cardiac care. Dr. Smith describes the excitement of helping to pioneer the institution’s heart transplant program in the 1980s, when it was just one of only three hospitals in the country practicing heart transplantation. Dr. Smith also explains how a unique collaboration with Columbia’s cardiology team led to the first of several groundbreaking trials, called PARTNER (Placement of AoRTic TraNscatheteR Valve), which paved the way for a monumental treatment for aortic stenosis — the most common heart valve disease that is lethal if left untreated. During the trial, Dr. Smith worked closely with Dr. Martin B. Leon, Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and Chief Innovation Officer and the Director of the Cardiovascular Data Science Center for the Division of Cardiology. Their findings elevated TAVR, or transcatheter aortic valve replacement, to eventually become the gold-standard for aortic stenosis patients at all levels of illness severity and surgical risk. Today, an experienced team of specialists at Columbia treat TAVR patients with a combination of advancements including advanced replacement valve materials, three-dimensional and ECG imaging, and a personalized approach to cardiac care. Finally, Dr. Smith shares his thoughts on new frontiers of cardiac surgery, like the challenge of repairing the mitral and tricuspid valves, and the promising application of robotic surgery for complex, high-risk operations. He reflects on life after he retires from operating, and shares his observations of how NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia have evolved in the decades since he began his residency. For more information visit nyp.org/Advances…
Building on the essence of the teachings offered through Patterns for Living, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss the 4 Fundamental Choices. Drawn from the work of Robert Fritz in his book "The Path of Least Resistance" and many years with teachers, mentors and experience, this series of conversations will provide a strong framework for creating the life you really want.
Building on the essence of the teachings offered through Patterns for Living, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss the 4 Fundamental Choices. Drawn from the work of Robert Fritz in his book "The Path of Least Resistance" and many years with teachers, mentors and experience, this series of conversations will provide a strong framework for creating the life you really want.
In this year-end session, join Devi and the OM Sisters for a thoughtful, reflective, and insightful review of the lessons life has provided. In a warm and compassionate discussion, the women share their challenges and hopes for the future. A bright spot in the new year and an opportunity for listeners to find a sense of calm and motivation.…
Bringing our conversations back around to how meditation supports creating what you want, Devi and the OM Sisters share their thoughts and experiences. In this lively and enlightening episode, you will gain greater understanding of how important meditation is to your life.
In this lively discussion about how to get the most out of the process of creating what you want in life, Devi and the OM Sisters offer insights about celebration and gratitude. A key part of creating is receiving what you want and feeling thankful and joyful.
Connecting to your Higher Self can help you find answers and insights to the issues that concern you at any moment. Join Devi in this brief meditative opportunity to relax, explore, and find guidance from your SuperConscious.
As you work toward creating what you want in your life, you are going to have times when fear becomes the most powerful emotion. Learning where that fear is coming from and how to face it can be the most empowering experience of your journey. Join Devi and the OM Sisters as they discuss their own experiences of facing fear as they are using the process of Creative Patterning. Let their voices be a part of your support system.…
Working through the process of Creative Patterning has brought some real challenges into the lives of Devi and the OM Sisters. Listen as they talk about what is happening with the creative process and how they are overcoming the challenges of organic disintegration.
Come along with Devi and the OM Sisters as they begin the journey to create the next level of the lives they really want. Although they have experienced the creative process over many years, this deeper connection to the concepts will offer listeners greater insight and hope for experiencing positive outcomes. Follow this conversation as they make their way through this journey and open your hearts and minds to how you can choose what you truly want in life.…
This brief, but powerful meditation allows you to truly choose what you want to create in your life. It is to accompany the Conversations about Choice with Devi and the OM Sisters. For the most effective use of this recording, we recommend that you listen to Episodes 6 - 9 of Sisterly Insights.
Continuing the conversation about creating what you want in life, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss one of the biggest challenges in the process - Organic Disintegration. The step that is needed before you can bring your new vision to life.
Join Devi and the OM Sisters in a heartfelt and insightful conversation about the cycle of creation. Hear what gets in the way and ideas of how to get past those roadblocks. Listen to the real issues that women deal with in creating what they really want in life and what can make a difference in manifesting those dreams.…
In this episode, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss the 5 steps of creating what you want in your life. Learning the formula to creating the life you desire can open a whole new perspective.
Building on the essence of the teachings offered through Patterns for Living, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss the 4 Fundamental Choices. Drawn from the work of Robert Fritz in his book "The Path of Least Resistance" and many years with teachers, mentors and experience, this series of conversations will provide a strong framework for creating the life you really want.…
A special meditation and song offered by Chinnamasta Stiles to assimilate the ideas and concepts discussed in the conversation with Devi Mueller and Jill Apperson Manly. Warm wishes for a time of thanksgiving.
A special conversation hosted by Devi with guests Chinnamasta Stiles and Jill Apperson Manly. Join these wise women as they discuss gratitude. Beautiful and timeless insights for bringing the spirit of Thanksgiving into your heart.
Enjoy the peaceful guided meditation Devi offers to help you ground and center yourself. Using this technique daily can increase your focus and sense of calm throughout your day.
In this meditation practice, Devi introduces the attunement of mantra and breath. Enjoy this brief respite and opportunity to clear and calm your mind.
Join Devi for a practice meditation. This episode of Sisterly Insights - The Practice offers listeners a journey into their own inner landscape to have a peaceful and insightful experience.
In this episode of Sisterly Insights, Devi and the OM Sisters discuss how to start a meditation practice and how to keep it going. They share their own personal challenges and ways to overcome them.
In this episode, Devi and the OM sisters explore how to get into a relaxed state and how to use your breath to take your meditative state to the next level.
This practice will help listeners to assimilate the information offered in Sisterly Insights, the conversations with the OM Sisters. Be sure you are in a quiet, safe space and time to listen to the practice meditations.