Sara Nikravan

Dr. Sara Nikravan, a leading cardiothoracic anesthesia critical care physician, discusses the groundbreaking role of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) in cardiac emergencies. She highlights TEE's superior imaging capabilities over traditional methods for assessing cardiac function during critical situations. The importance of high-fidelity simulation training and timely interventions is emphasized, aiming to improve outcomes in resuscitation efforts. Dr. Nikravan also addresses the gaps in research on TEE’s impact in ICU settings and the need for enhanced training protocols for clinicians.