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Unveiling Heart Secrets: Statins, Stents, and the Wisdom of Second Opinions
Manage episode 391676447 series 2884269
Happy Holidays! As we wrap up the year, join us for the final "pea-cast" of 2023 in this special episode of Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn. But don't worry; we're already gearing up for an exciting weekly lineup in 2024!
In this episode, Dr. Kahn explores a medley of intriguing topics. First, he sheds light on the surprising benefits of statin medications, not just for your heart but for your brain health and blood clot prevention. Then, we delve into a recent study examining the effectiveness of stents in alleviating angina pain.
But that's not all – we also take a deep dive into the lesser-known aspects of heart catheterization, focusing on the critical issue of inter-observer variability. This discussion underlines the importance of seeking a second opinion whenever possible. Here's to a heart-healthy and enlightening 2024!
377 episodes
Manage episode 391676447 series 2884269
Happy Holidays! As we wrap up the year, join us for the final "pea-cast" of 2023 in this special episode of Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn. But don't worry; we're already gearing up for an exciting weekly lineup in 2024!
In this episode, Dr. Kahn explores a medley of intriguing topics. First, he sheds light on the surprising benefits of statin medications, not just for your heart but for your brain health and blood clot prevention. Then, we delve into a recent study examining the effectiveness of stents in alleviating angina pain.
But that's not all – we also take a deep dive into the lesser-known aspects of heart catheterization, focusing on the critical issue of inter-observer variability. This discussion underlines the importance of seeking a second opinion whenever possible. Here's to a heart-healthy and enlightening 2024!
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