AP Cardiology
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AP Cardiology is a podcast for the internist who wants to learn more about cardiology and explore common questions for a deeper understanding and get a glimpse at the field's future by discussing current research.
AP Cardiology
1y ago
In this episode I visit with Dr. Chris Burke from the University of Washington to discuss aortic valve repair. Dr. Burke is a cardiac surgeon with an interest in complex aorta and aortic valve surgery. He provides useful insights into the evaluation of aortic valve disease and what patients may be good candidates for repair ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
In this episode I visit with Dr. Melissa Robinson from the University of Washington to discuss the management of ventricular tachycardia. Our discussion focuses on decisions regarding ICD implantation, anti-arrhythmic drugs and catheter ablation. Through 3 cases that highlight the heterogeneity of VT, we talk about the nuances of these decisions. Links to articles referenced ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
I met with Dr. Eric Krieger from the University of Washington Adult Congenital Heart Disease group to talk about patients with the Fontan palliative shunt. This shunt is used to help infants born with single ventricle physiology survive into adulthood. We discuss the case of an infant born with tricuspid atresia, review the initial surgeries ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
I am joined by co-fellow Alex Taylor, MD and we visit with Alec Moorman, MD to discuss coronary artery disease in patients with chronic kidney disease. We talk about the recent ISCHEMIA-CKD trial, the nuances of treating patients with CKD and CAD and how to handle referrals for cardiac risk assessment prior to kidney transplant ..read more
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1y ago
I visit with Dr. Gopalan from Banner University in Phoenix, AZ to discuss his experience with morbidly obese patients with heart failure. We talk about the association of obesity with heart failure, how weight loss can impact functional capacity and the role of bariatric surgery. Links: Bariatric surgery among patients with heart failure: a systematic ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
I am joined by Shreyas Venkataraman to discuss the physical exam findings of aortic stenosis and how they can help us with the diagnosis and grading of aortic stenosis. We share 2 examples of heart murmurs, discuss likelihood ratios and the physical exam finding that is most consistent with severe aortic stenosis ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
I visit with Dr. Jane Wilcox from Northwestern University to discuss patients with heart failure that later have normalization of their ejection fraction (HFrecEF). We discuss how this population is different from other heart failure populations and common issues in managing them. Links: TRED-HF Myocardial Recovery versus Myocardial Remission Penn Heart Failure Study ..read more
AP Cardiology
1y ago
I visited with Dr Kim Williams, former president of the ACC, to discuss the cardiovascular benefits of a plant based diet. Using stories of patient encounters he shares pearls to take to the bedside and how to talk to patients about plant based diets. Links: PREDIMED International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention Review of ..read more
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1y ago
UPDATED: I visited with Dr. Candice Silversides at the American Heart Association Meeting in November 2019. We talk about her area of expertise, pregnancy in adults with congenital heart disease. Links: ESC Guidelines on the Management of Cardiovascular Diseases During Pregnancy AHA Management of Pregnancy in Patients With Complex Congenital Heart Disease ..read more
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1y ago
I caught up with Dr. James de Lemos from UT Southwestern at the 2019 American Heart Association meeting to discuss a number of updates in acute coronary syndromes. We cover a number of recent trials that are shaping how we think about ACS management from medications, stent deployment and the mechanism we might be overlooking ..read more