A Cleveland Clinic podcast to help you learn more about heart and vascular disease and conditions affecting your chest. We explore prevention, diagnostic tests, medical and surgical treatments, new innovations and more.
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Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals
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A Cleveland Clinic podcast exploring heart, vascular and thoracic topics of interest to healthcare providers: medical and surgical treatments, diagnostic testing, medical conditions, and research, technology and practice issues.
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Tune in for practical health advice from Cleveland Clinic experts. What's really the healthiest diet for you? How can you safely recover after a heart attack? Can you boost your immune system?Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit, multispecialty academic medical center and is ranked as one of the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Our experts offer trusted advice on health, wellness and nutrition for the whole family.Our podcasts are for informational purposes only and should not ...
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With so much diet and nutrition advice available, it's hard to know who to trust when it comes to heart healthy eating. Experts Leslie Cho, MD, and Julia Zumpano, RDN, LD, discuss the best foods for heart health while debunking some common diet myths. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Dr. Cho is the Section Head o…
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Nutrition Essentials | Red Meat and Colon Cancer Risk with Christine Lee, MD
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48:08Research shows that eating large quantities of red meat can increase colorectal cancer risk by about 30%. Learn more about what a meat-centric diet does to your gut in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with gastroenterologist Christine Lee and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.By Cleveland Clinic
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Cardiotoxicity from radiation therapy can develop within days or months after radiation, but it often develops years later. Milind Desai, MD, MBA, and Shinya Unai, MD, discuss considerations for patients with radiation heart disease. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about the Radiation Heart Disease Cl…
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Lorundrostat: Results from Advance-HTN Phase 2 Study
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11:02Luke Laffin, MD, shares the findings from a late breaker he presented at ACC 2025. Lorundrostat is an investigational drug found to significantly lower 24-hour blood pressure among patients with uncontrolled and resistant hypertension. Learn more about C5 Research at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/research/c5research Looking to re…
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Lepodisiran: A Novel Therapy to Reduce Lipoprotein(a)
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8:30Steven Nissen, MD, shares the findings from a late breaker he presented at ACC 2025. Lepodisiran is a small interfering RNA that targets lipoprotein(a) levels, lowering a patient's risk for atherosclerosis and aortic stenosis. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/1185-steven-nissen Learn more about C5 Research at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevel…
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SSRIs, SNRIs and NDRIs: Understanding Antidepressants with Josh Maline, PharmD
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19:23Antidepressants are used by more than 1 in 10 people in the United States and many other countries. Learn about the more common types of antidepressants and how they work in this podcast with board certified clinical pharmacy specialist Josh Maline.By Cleveland Clinic
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AI Racing Ahead with Will Bryan, Ph.D - CEO & Founder of Autonoma
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27:35What if the key to unlocking true autonomy isn’t just more real-world testing—but a perfect digital twin of reality? Meet Autonoma, the company revolutionizing AI and autonomy through ultra-high-fidelity simulation. From self-driving cars to smart cities, their tech is accelerating the future—faster than real time. 🔹 Why simulation? Because 11 bill…
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Cardiac rehabilitation is a program that combines exercise, diet and education to help people with heart conditions. Erik Van Iterson, PhD, MS, MA, explains how cardiac rehab can improve a patient's quality of life. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about Cardiac Rehab at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.cl…
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Patrick Vargo, MD provides an update on surgery volumes and outcomes from the Aorta Center. Learn more about the Aorta Center. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET) at 855.751.2469.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism: What’s the Difference? with Ossama Lashin, MD, PHD
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27:35The two most common types of thyroid disease are hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, which sound similar but exist on opposite ends of the spectrum. Learn what makes them so different in this podcast with Dr. Ossama Lasheen, medical director of Cleveland Clinic’s Thyroid Center.By Cleveland Clinic
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Cleveland Clinic's Breadth of Heart Failure Therapies
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12:57Heart failure means the heart isn’t pumping as well as it should. Amanda Vest, MBBS, and Edward Soltesz, MD, discuss the types of heart failure, medical and surgical treatment options and Cleveland Clinic’s multidisciplinary approach to heart failure treatment and recovery. Meet the Presenters: Amanda Vest, MBBS, Section Head of Heart Failure and T…
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Coronary Artery Surgery Updates and Outcomes
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4:56Faisal Bakaeen, MD provides an update on the state of coronary artery surgery. Learn more about the Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Center. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/coronary-artery-bypass-surgery-center Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET) at 855.7…
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How to Sleep Better with Nancy Foldvary-Schaeffer, DO, MS
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26:07It’s estimated that 40% of Americans don’t get enough sleep. The solution? Take a hard look at your sleep schedule and adjust to catch the ZZZs you need. Sleep medicine specialist Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer has tips to help you get some rest tonight.By Cleveland Clinic
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Structural heart disease can affect the heart’s valves, walls, chambers or muscles. Samir Kapadia, MD, Chair of the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, and Amar Krishnaswamy, MD, Section Head of Invasive & Interventional Cardiology, discuss Cleveland Clinic's expertise in medical interventions for structural heart dise…
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Cleveland Clinic’s Superior Surgical Outcomes - Part II
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15:08Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, Chief of Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, and Marc Gillinov, MD, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, continue their discussion with a detailed overview of the patient journey, emphasizing the collaborative decision-making process and the implementation of ad…
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Nutrition Essentials | What You Can Eat After Bariatric Surgery
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49:04Bariatric surgery can bring life-changing results for those with obesity if it’s combined with healthier eating habits. Listen in as Dr. Rickesha Wilson and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano discuss the forever role of proper nutrition following bariatric surgery.By Cleveland Clinic
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An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal bulge in the organ that moves blood from the heart to the rest of the body. When an aortic aneurysm occurs, a multidisciplinary team of experts can provide the best care for the patient. Francis (Frank) Caputo, MD, and Marijan Koprivanac, MD, discuss aortic aneurysms and the team-based approach to treating these co…
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Cleveland Clinic’s Superior Surgical Outcomes - Part I
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25:44Join Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, Chief of Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, and Marc Gillinov, MD, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, as they discuss the unparalleled expertise and outcomes at Cleveland Clinic. Learn about our multidisciplinary approach, advanced robotic techniques, and …
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Understanding Narcissism with Grace Tworek, PsyD
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21:21We all know someone with narcissistic traits. In this podcast, psychologist Grace Tworek has suggestions on balancing your relationship with them and better understanding the mental health condition known as Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).By Cleveland Clinic
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Advances in Heart Surgery at Cleveland Clinic - Part II
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14:49Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, Chief of Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, and Marc Gillinov, MD, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, continue their discussion on care at Cleveland Clinic that includes our dedication to research, innovation, and providing an exceptional patient experience. …
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Raising a Growth Round In the Age of AI with Christy Johnson of BIP Capital
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1:00:55Join Lisa Calhoun and Christy Johnson, Performance Engineering Leader at BIP Capital, for an inspiring and insightful conversation on what it takes to build, scale, and thrive in innovation today. From Christy’s unique journey—from rural Costa Rica to leading high-growth companies—to defining the milestones that matter, this episode is packed with …
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Management of Infective Endocarditis in the Current Era
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9:47Haytham Elgharably, MD, discusses new trends and contemporary data from studies on the management of endocarditis. Learn more about the Endocarditis Center. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET), toll-free 800.223.2273, ext. 49162…
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Climbing Toward Better Fitness with Katie Lawton, MEd
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19:33Have you ever looked at gravity-fighting workout machines such as stair steppers and vertical climbers and wondered if they’re worth the effort (and sweat)? Here’s your quick answer: They are. Find out why in this podcast featuring exercise physiologist Katie Lawton.By Cleveland Clinic
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Advances in Heart Surgery at Cleveland Clinic - Part I
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25:33Discover the innovative approaches to heart surgery at Cleveland Clinic. Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, Chief of Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, and Marc Gillinov, MD, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, share insights into our groundbreaking work and superior patient outcomes achieved, …
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Should You Recommend a Robotic Approach for Patients Requiring Heart Valve Surgery?
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4:37Robotically assisted heart surgery provides an alternative to a sternotomy that offers many benefits to the patient. Marc Gillinov, MD, and Tarek Malas, MD, discuss these benefits and considerations for a successful outcome. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET), toll-free 800.…
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Dyslexia: A Challenge That Can Be Overcome with Allison Poore, M.A.,CCC-SLP
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33:10Dyslexia is a learning disability that disrupts how the brain processes the written language. It’s a significant issue for many people. The good news? There are solutions to get past it and achieve, as speech-language pathologist Allison Poore shares in this podcast.By Cleveland Clinic
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Heart disease is the leading cause of mortality in women in the United States and around the world. Vikas Sunder, MD, a cardiologist in the Department of Preventive Cardiology, discusses opportunities to address this. Learn more about the Women's Cardiovascular Center at Cleveland Clinic Please stay in touch! Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart m…
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Amar Krishnaswamy, MD, provides an update on Cleveland Clinic's Section of Interventional Cardiology. Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET), toll-free 800.223.2273, ext. 49162.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Nutrition Essentials | Marathon Training: How to Use Nutrition as Running Fuel with Tamanna Singh, MD
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55:17Marathon planning often focuses on weekly mileage goals to get you race-ready. But if nutrition isn’t a big part of your preparation, you’re in danger of falling flat long before you reach the starting line. Find out what should be on your training table in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with cardiologist and marathon runner Tamanna Singh and re…
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Living Well with Heart Failure: All About LVAD
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11:48A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump that is placed at the bottom of your heart and helps a weak left ventricle pump blood to your aorta and throughout your body. Pavan Bhat, MD and Michael Tong, MD discuss its use as a bridge between treatment and a heart transplant, or as a destination therapy that continues to provide imp…
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Cardiac rehabilitation is a program that combines exercise, diet and education to help people with heart conditions. Erik Van Iterson, PhD, MS, MA, explains the many benefits of cardiac rehab, including an improvement in quality of life for patients. Learn more about Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/…
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How Booze Affects Your Snooze with Nancy Foldvary-Schaeffer, DO
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20:01A beer, glass of wine or cocktail may sound like a relaxing way to end the day, but it’s a bad start to a good night’s sleep. That’s because alcohol can undermine the quality of your sleep once you close your eyes, as sleep medicine specialist Nancy Foldvary-Schaefer explains.By Cleveland Clinic
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Can Atlanta’s Downtown Be Saved? Inside David Cumming’s Courageous Plan to Restart the City’s Heart
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25:07In this episode, Lisa Calhoun sits down with Atlanta visionary entrepreneur David Cummings to explore the transformative changes he’s instigated in the heart of Atlanta. David offers a deep dive into his mission to revitalize the city through the purchase of a sixteen acre lot of historic property–and urban blight. Tune in for an inspiring conversa…
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To kick off American Heart Month, Dr. Leslie Cho, Director of Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center, joins to discuss surprising findings from our national survey. In this year's survey, we explored factors that can impact heart health, including vitamin/supplement use, medication adherence and the influence of family history. Please sta…
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Cardiac Disease as the Leading Cause of Mortality in Women
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13:52Heart disease is the leading cause of mortality in women in the United States and around the world. Vikas Sunder, MD, a cardiologist in the Department of Preventive Cardiology, discusses what clinicians should do to address this. Learn more about the Women's Cardiovascular Center at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart…
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The Risks and Rewards of a ‘Type A’ Personality with Grace Tworek, PsyD
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16:19Ambition and a quest for perfection often define someone with a Type A personality. Unfortunately, so does pressure and stress. Listen in as psychologist Grace Tworek explains how to maximize the best traits of being a Type A while managing any negatives.By Cleveland Clinic
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Common Questions about Pregnancy and Heart Disease
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9:13Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of pregnancy complications. Karlee Hoffman, DO answers common questions that patients ask when considering pregnancy. Learn more about the Cardio-Obstetrics Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardio-obstetrics/ Please stay in touch! Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly en…
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Southern Exposure: Exploring Positive Trends in Venture Capital Unique to the South with Peter Walker, Carta’s Head of Insights
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31:47Get ready for an exciting episode of the Atlanta StartUp Podcast! Founders, ever wondered if you’ve raised too much or too little capital? Not sure how to lock in the best terms in today’s market? Or maybe you’re asking, "Is the South the next big hub for funding, or should I head to the coasts?" We’ve got you covered! This month, we’re joined by P…
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Talking Tall Rounds®: TAVR for Bicuspid Valves
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10:58Grant Reed, MD, discusses the considerations and risks of TAVR in bicuspid aortic valves. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251 Looking to refer a patient? Please reach out to our Physician Referral team Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (ET), toll-free 800.223.2273, ext. 49162…
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Is Your Kid Too Sick to Go to School? with Kristin Barrett, MD
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15:49Your kid woke up with a runny nose, cough and sore throat. Is that enough to keep them home from school? Pediatrician Kristin Barrett has some tips to help you make that judgment call as to whether they should stay or go.By Cleveland Clinic
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Hypertriglyceridemia is a condition where triglycerides, or fat levels in the blood, are higher than normal. Ashish Sarraju, MD, gives an overview of this condition and how our team manages your care. Visit the Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation Center at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/preventive-cardio…
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Cardiotoxicity from radiation therapy can develop within days or months after radiation, but it often develops years later. Milind Desai, MD, MBA, and Shinya Unai, MD, discuss considerations for managing patients with radiation heart disease. Learn more about the Radiation Heart Disease Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/…
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Nutrition Essentials: Are You Risking Your Health Using Artificial Sweeteners? with Stanley Hazen, MD, PhD
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43:34Saving a few calories by eating foods with artificial sweeteners could put your health at risk. Research shows a close association between erythritol (a common artificial sweetener) and increased chance of a heart attack or stroke. Find out more in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with Dr. Stanley Hazen and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano.…
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What to Expect When Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Heart Transplant Program
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4:57Caring for your heart is a lifelong process, especially if you have had a heart transplant. Eileen Hsich, MD, Medical Director for Heart Transplant at Cleveland Clinic, describes some of the major differences between the pediatric and adult heart transplant programs and reinforces the team's approach to caring for you. Learn more about the Heart Tr…
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Talking Tall Rounds®: TAVR vs SAVR - Small Annulus Considerations
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4:35Amar Krishnaswamy, MD, provides the TAVR perspective on SAVR in patients with small annulus, including outcomes of TAVR vs SAVR. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Fitness Faceoff: Cardio vs. Strength Training with Katie Lawton, MEd
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21:13Some people think the only good workout is a cardio workout. Others believe that muscle-burning strength workouts is the best choice. So which side is right? We asked exercise physiologist Katie Lawton to weigh in.By Cleveland Clinic
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What You Need to Know About Robotically Assisted Heart Valve Surgery
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4:35Robotically assisted heart surgery provides an alternative to a traditional approach down the center of the chest. Marc Gillinov, MD and Tarek Malas, MD discuss the benefits of a robotic approach. Learn more about Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Center https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/mitral-and-tricuspid-valve-center Please stay i…
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Which Heart Health Diet Should you Recommend for Your Patient?
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16:17Diets for heart health are not one size fits all. Julia Zumpano, RD. discusses several different heart health diets and how to help your patient determine the best option for them. Learn more about Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/preventive-cardiology-rehabilitation Looking to refer a pa…
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How Does Your Doctor Decide How to Treat Blocked Coronary Arteries?
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11:39Coronary artery blockages, also known as coronary artery disease (CAD), occur when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD gives an overview of treatment options for treating these blockages. Read more about the state of the art Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Center at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.cl…
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Aortic Valve Imaging & Clinical Considerations
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10:37Leonardo Rodriguez, MD, discusses patient prosthesis mismatch, imaging and clinical considerations for the aortic valve. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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