This episode of the Black Doctors Podcast features part two of a conversation with Dr. Emeka Anyanwu, a cardiologist and clinical informaticist practicing in Philadelphia. Steven and Emeka reflect on their shared experiences from residency at the University of Chicago and Emeka's impressive journey from Halifax, Nova Scotia, to becoming a leader in his field. Emeka shares his background, educational path, and how his interest in computer science and medicine intersected to shape his career.

Dr. Anyanwu discusses his educational journey, starting from Bowling Green State University with a degree in chemistry and computer science, through medical school at Case Western Reserve University, and his residency and fellowship in cardiology at the University of Chicago. Emeka also completed a master's degree in biomedical informatics, which laid the groundwork for his dual career in cardiology and informatics. He emphasizes that his love for data, non-invasive diagnostics, and the practical applications of computer science were significant factors that drew him to cardiology and informatics.

Throughout the conversation, both doctors reflect on the importance of maintaining passions outside of medicine, the challenges of balancing dual careers, and the value of consistent effort and resilience. They discuss the broad opportunities in the field of informatics and its significance in enhancing the practice of medicine. Emeka shares insights on the interactions between clinicians and IT departments, highlighting how informatics helps bridge gaps and improve healthcare delivery through innovative solutions.

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