
Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC
Cardiac and thoracic surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College, experienced in developing and running ambulatory surgery centers and advising on cardiovascular strategy and clinical innovation.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 16min
Anthony J. Tortolani, MD, FACS, FACC, Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon and Professor Emeritus of Clinical Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College
Dr. Anthony J. Tortolani, a renowned cardiac and thoracic surgeon, shares insights from his extensive career at Weill Cornell Medical College. He dives into the challenges of declining hospital profit margins and workforce shortages, particularly in anesthesia. Tortolani explores the transformative role of AI in enhancing efficiency and enabling less invasive surgical options. He predicts a surge in outpatient cardiovascular care and emphasizes the necessity of aligning strategic vision with tactical operations to ensure patient-centered care amidst industry pressures.


