Episode Details

Host Ali Hemyari sits down with Dr. Alex Jahangir, an orthopedic trauma surgeon at Vanderbilt, to trace his path from EMT on a bike to leading Nashville through the COVID-19 crisis. He shares his training, career pivots, and the importance of humility, preparation, and strong partnerships.

The episode covers his role on the city’s task force, lessons in public leadership and communication, balancing family and career, and his work as an author and speaker—offering practical advice on resilience, risk, and building lasting impact.