The Evolution of TAVR: Strategic Growth and the Future of Structural Heart Care
The Evolution of TAVR: Strategic Growth and the Future of Structural Heart Care  
Podcast: Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Published On: Thu Jun 05 2025
Description: In this episode, Thomas Draper, Vice President of the Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care, joins Becker’s to discuss how Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) has evolved into a cornerstone of structural heart programs. Tom shares how Wellstar built a multidisciplinary infrastructure around TAVR, leveraged data and AI to identify underserved patients, and embraced technology to maintain quality amid rapid growth. Tune in to hear how the expansion of TAVR indications, AI integration, and patient-centered strategy are shaping the future of cardiovascular care.This episode is sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences.