---
title: '042 - Dr. Brian Lima MD - An Insight on Resiliency, The Future of Cardiac Technology, and "Heart to Beat"'
type: 'episode'
url: 'https://doc.social/episodes/042-dr-brian-lima-md-an-insight-on-resiliency-the-future-of-cardiac-technology-and-heart-to-beat'
show: 'Beyond Medicine'
show_url: 'https://doc.social/podcasts/beyond-medicine'
published: '2021-02-08'
audio: 'unavailable — the host retired the file'
---

# 042 - Dr. Brian Lima MD - An Insight on Resiliency, The Future of Cardiac Technology, and "Heart to Beat"

Dr. Lima’s story throughout this podcast is one many can relate to. Being a first generation Cuban American, getting into medicine was not an easy feat for Dr. Lima. After seeing his dad experience a heart attack, Lima dedicated his life to…

## Summary

Dr. Lima’s story throughout this podcast is one many can relate to. Being a **first generation Cuban American**, getting into medicine was not an easy feat for Dr. Lima.

After seeing his dad experience a heart attack, Lima dedicated his life to studying medicine and becoming the provider that transforms heart health for many.

Dr. Lima explains that currently, only around 3,000 **heart transplants** are happening and ideally, we need more (roughly 10,000+)

Dr. Lima believes that **mechanical/wireless heart pumps** will be the next pacemaker, if not at par with the pacemaker.

Lastly, we talk to Dr. Lima about his book, **_Heart to Beat_**, and why he chose to write it. He explains that the story is about grit, resiliency, and overcoming all odds to continue on a path that is long and requires such patience and passion.

Interestingly, Dr. Lima points out that the overall story is a **parallel** of our **physical lives and the human heart**. The healthier our **physical mind, body, and soul** are, the healthier our heart is.