Cardiac Consult: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast for Healthcare Professionals

Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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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.

  1. The Future of Cardiac Care: Genomic Insights and Precision Therapies

    2D AGO

    The Future of Cardiac Care: Genomic Insights and Precision Therapies

    The new Haslam-Bailey Family Section of Cardiovascular Genomics and Precision Medicine is integrating genomic data into cardiovascular risk assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Samir Kapadia, MD, and Krishna Aragam, MD, discuss practical applications of genetic testing and emerging gene‑targeted therapies to enable more proactive and precise patient care. 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.

    18 min
  2. Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Inherited Arrhythmias

    FEB 12

    Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of Inherited Arrhythmias

    Oussama Wazni, MD, MBA, and Jeffery Courson, DO, examine the evaluation and management of inherited arrhythmias and genetic cardiomyopathies. They discuss diagnostic strategies like genetic testing and advanced imaging, and the role of multidisciplinary care in precision medicine. The conversation also highlights evolving therapies, including individualized pharmacologic approaches and emerging gene-based treatments shaping the future of care. 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.

    16 min
  3. Cleveland Clinic's New Cardiovascular Center on Aging

    FEB 5

    Cleveland Clinic's New Cardiovascular Center on Aging

    Venugopal Menon, MD, and Abdulla Damluji, MD, discuss the emerging subspecialty of cardiovascular aging and the growing need to tailor cardiovascular care for older adults.  They explore how integrating geriatric expertise into cardiovascular practice can improve diagnostic accuracy, individualize therapy and optimize outcomes for this rapidly expanding patient population. Read more about the Cardiovascular Center for Aging.  https://consultqd.clevelandclinic.org/the-case-for-cardiovascular-centers-on-aging 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.

    20 min
  4. Structured Follow‑Up for Aortic Valve Replacement Success

    JAN 29

    Structured Follow‑Up for Aortic Valve Replacement Success

    Amar Krishnaswamy, MD, and Marijan Koprivanac, MD, discuss contemporary follow‑up strategies after TAVR and SAVR, highlighting advances in minimally invasive and robotic surgical approaches that significantly reduce recovery time and postoperative pain. They outline evidence‑based recommendations for cardiac rehabilitation and structured imaging surveillance, emphasizing the critical role of timely follow-ups to detect early valve‑related complications.  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.

    12 min
  5. New Guidelines on Acute Coronary Syndromes: Key Takeaways for Cardiologists

    JAN 22

    New Guidelines on Acute Coronary Syndromes: Key Takeaways for Cardiologists

    Explore the latest ACC/AHA guidelines on acute coronary syndromes with co-authors Venugopal Menon, MD, and Jacqueline Tamis-Holland, MD, joined by Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD. This discussion covers key updates, including unified STEMI/non-STEMI recommendations, heart team decision-making for multivessel disease, evolving strategies for dual antiplatelet therapy, and the role of mechanical circulatory support in complex cases. 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.

    20 min
  6. Gut Microbiome and TMAO as Predictors of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Progression

    JAN 15

    Gut Microbiome and TMAO as Predictors of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Progression

    Stanley Hazen, MD, PhD, and Scott Cameron, MD, PhD, discuss emerging evidence linking gut microbiome-derived TMAO to abdominal aortic aneurysm development and progression. They explore its role as both a causative factor and a biomarker, review current risk stratification strategies and highlight future therapeutic approaches aimed at reducing TMAO levels to improve vascular outcomes. Learn more about the research. https://consultqd.clevelandclinic.org/tmao-can-predict-growth-of-abdominal-aortic-aneurysm 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.

    22 min
  7. Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Therapy: Lifetime Management Strategies

    JAN 8

    Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Therapy: Lifetime Management Strategies

    Hani Najm, MD, and Joanna Ghobrial, MD, discuss the evolving role of transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation in lifetime management of congenital heart disease patients. They explore patient selection, valve durability, imaging strategies for early detection of HALT or HAM and the collaborative heart team approach that optimizes outcomes. 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.

    13 min
  8. Ventricular Septal Rupture Post-MI: Evolving Strategies for Optimal Outcomes

    JAN 2

    Ventricular Septal Rupture Post-MI: Evolving Strategies for Optimal Outcomes

    Venugopal Menon, MD, Director of the Coronary ICU, and Michael Tong, MD, cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in advanced heart failure, discuss contemporary management of post-infarction ventricular septal rupture, a rare but serious complication. They review the role of early transfer to high-volume centers and why definitive surgical closure remains the gold standard. Learn about the impact of temporary mechanical circulatory support on organ recovery and the timing of repair. 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.

    18 min
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