What happens when an ER resident working 80-hour weeks suddenly becomes the patient who needs a heart transplant? Dr. Alin Gragossian shares her extraordinary journey from emergency medicine resident to heart transplant recipient, and how that experience transformed her perspective as a physician. She discusses her path into critical care, the life-changing night that led to her transplant, and how her personal story shapes her empathy and advocacy for patients and caregivers today. Dr. Gragossian also highlights her blog A Change of Heart, her co-hosted podcast Both Sides of the Stethoscope, and her leadership role as Chair of the AST Transplant Community Advisory Council. A powerful conversation on resilience, advocacy, and the human side of medicine. Hosted by Kevin Foth of Eurofins Viracor. Episode Links: Dr. Gragossian | LinkedIn Both Sides of the Stethoscope Podcast A Change of Heart: Blog Be a Guest on our Show! We’re always looking to speak with the transplant community. To be considered, please email ---> Amplify your influence! 📧 [email protected] Social Media: LinkedIn | X-Twitter | Facebook | Threads | YouTube | Bluesky For more information visit: Eurofins-Viracor.com or call (800)305-5198 Copyright © 2025 Eurofins Viracor, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 🎧 Home of Transplant Radio™

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