The Cardiovascular CME podcast is a new educational offering from Mayo Clinic, featuring content geared towards physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who are interested in exploring a multitude of cardiology-related topics. Tune in and subscribe to explore today’s most pressing cardiology topics with your colleagues at Mayo Clinic and gain valuable insights that can be directly applied to your practice. No CME credit offered for podcast episodes at this time.
TRIO Score and Choosing Patients Most Likely to Benefit From Tricuspid Valve Intervention
Guest: Sorin V. Pislaru, M.D., Ph.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
Tricuspid Regurgitation (TR) is an extraordinarily heterogeneous, highly prevalent valvular heart disease. Given the tremendous variability, individualizing risk in patients with TR to guide appropriate therapy will be explored. Other topics discussed will be the use of TR...
Deep-Learning Models for the Prognostication and Localization of Premature Ventricular Contractions Using a 12-Lead Electrocardiogram
Guest: Guru G. Kowlgi, M.B.B.S.
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, learners will understand what premature ventricular contractions are. They will learn to differentiate benign rom malignant PVCs, and understand which patients are at risk for PVC-cardiomyopathy. Furthermore, they wi...
How to Integrate NON-Statin Therapy in Your Practice. Updates from the Latest 2022 LDL-Cholesterol Lowering Guidelines
Guest: Regis I. Fernandes, M.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
Since the last ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines in 2018, the FDA has approved new non-statin cholesterol medications, which have increased our ability to provide a broader range of lipid-lowering drugs. In this podcast, we will discuss the new 2022 A...
Lifetime Strategy in the Management of Aortic Stenosis
Guest: Mackram F. Eleid, M.D. and Kevin L. Greason, M.D.
Hosts: Patricia A. Pellikka, M.D.
This topic will discuss advances in the treatment of aortic stenosis, particularly with transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Strategies to manage aortic valve disease over a patient’s lifespan will be discussed, including topics of valve in valve, choice of prosthesis type, and co...
Reop Sternotomy - How Many is too Many?
Guest: Joseph A. Dearani, M.D. and Elizabeth H. Stephens, M.D., Ph.D.
Hosts: Patricia A. Pellikka, M.D.
Reoperations are inevitable for many structural heart lesions, and in some cases, it may be multiple reoperations over a lifetime. Current techniques in perioperative imaging and contemporary surgical techniques make cardiac reoperations safe in most circumstances. Lifelong surveillanc...
Computerized ECG Interpretations and AI in 2024
Guest: Dr. Ken Grauer
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, we explore the exciting and evolving world of computerized ECG interpretation, including its optimal use, its impact on medical practice, and the evolving role of AI in this field.
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Contemporary Management Strategies in Recurrent Pericarditis
Guest: S. Allen Luis, M.B.B.S., Ph.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
To discuss contemporary management strategies in recurrent pericarditis, including indications and limitations of IL-1 receptor blocker therapy. To understand the role of radiac surgical pericardiectomy in the treatment of patients with recurrent pericarditis.
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The Role of Multimodality Imaging for Pericarditis
Guest: Prajwal (Praj) Reddy, MD
Hosts: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.
Imaging can play a crucial role in diagnosis and management of pericarditis, particularly if recurrent. Echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography (CCT), and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) offer complimentary evaluation of pericardial disease in its various presentations. In this podcast, we review the ch...
Tricuspid Valve Repair (congenital and acquired)
Guest: Joseph A. Dearani, M.D.
Hosts: Paul A. Friedman, M.D.
Tricuspid regurgitation is being recognized with increased frequency in the current era. The etiology ranges from congenital anomalies and acquired diseases. The most common causes are typically functional tricuspid regurgitation secondary to left-sided heart disease, atrial fibrillation with right heart dilatation, and...
Rhythms of Change: Shaping the Next Wave in Mayo Clinic’s ECG Lab
Guest: Abhishek J. Deshmukh, M.B.B.S.
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, we delve into the heart of electrocardiographic innovation with the new leader of Mayo Clinic's ECG lab, Dr. Abhishek Deshmukh. We explore his personal journey in the field, his vision for mentorship and education, and his strategic plans and goals for interdisciplinary collabo...
Managing Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Guest: Barry A. Borlaug, M.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
Over one-half of patients with heart failure have HFpEF, but historically there have been few treatment options. Recent studies over the past few years have changed this.
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Mitral Valve Repair and Replacement in the Cath Lab – The Future is Now
Guest: Mayra Guerrero, M.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
To describe transcatheter mitral intervention options available in contemporary practice including repair or replacement, the evaluation process and when to refer a patient.
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Ross Procedure (from baby to adult)
Guest: Joseph A. Dearani, M.D.
Hosts: Paul A. Friedman, M.D.
The Ross procedure involves placement of the patient’s pulmonary valve in the aortic position and replacement of the pulmonary valve with a pulmonary homograft. The Ross procedure has been the operation of choice for aortic valve disease in children. There is increasing evidence in the literature now that it is also becoming the op...
Assessing Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Guest: Barry A. Borlaug, M.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
Over half of people with heart failure have a preserved ejection fraction (ie. HFpEF), but diagnosis is challenging, and the disorder remains severely underrecognized in clinical practice, especially among women and among patients living with obesity.
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ECG Errors that Lead to Missing Acute Coronary Occlusion
Guest: Dr. Ken Grauer
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, we highlight key aspects of 12-lead ECG interpretation, as it relates to the diagnosis of acute ischemia, and especially to acute coronary occlusion. We convey the concept of occlusion myocardial infarction (OMI), emphasizing appreciation of how the STEMI paradigm misses at least 30% of acute coronary ...
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion or Anticoagulation for Stroke Prevention in A Fib
Guest: Mohamad Adnan (Mohamad) Alkhouli, M.D.
Hosts: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.
In this podcast, we will discuss LAAO as an emerging method to reduce stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation. We will talk about the current advances and the remaining questions in the LAAO space.
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Obesity and Weight Loss in End Stage Heart Failure
Guest: Adrian daSilva-deAbreu, M.D., Ph.D.(c), M.Sc.
Hosts: Paul A. Friedman, M.D.
This podcast discusses emerging concepts in the management of tricuspid regurgitation and novel transcatheter therapies for tricuspid regurgitation.
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Clinical Utility of Coronary Calcium Score. A Guide for Practitioners
Guest: Regis I. Fernandes, M.D.
Hosts: Sharonne N. Hayes, M.D.
The coronary calcium score is becoming a critical risk assessment tool to stratify global ASCVD risk better. The incidental coronary calcium score finding in noncardiac CTs also provides opportunities for risk stratification but challenges in uncharted territory. What is the ideal patient for a co...
Common Errors in ECG Interpretation – that can Easily Be Corrected
Guest: Dr. Ken Grauer
Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.
In this episode, we discuss common errors in ECG interpretation amongst even experienced clinicians make — and how many of these errors can be avoided and/or corrected with a few simple steps. The application of the following lessons will help to optimize the accuracy and time-efficiency of your interpretations...
Cardiovascular Disease and Pregnancy - Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Guest: Katie A. Young, M.D.
Hosts: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.
Maternal mortality remains higher in the United States compared to other developed countries, and cardiovascular disease is a leading cause. This podcast will focus on peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), highlighting the importance of early recognition and brief discussion of treatment and implications for future ...
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