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
Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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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Talking Tall Rounds: Contemporary Treatment of End Stage Heart Failure
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In this episode, Dr. Edward Soltesz provides an overview with a case presentation, and J. Emanuel Finet, MD, discusses treatment options for end stage heart failure and considerations for heart transplantation. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251…
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health - Part 4 - Aortic Dilation, Aneurysm & Dissection
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In part four of this panel discussion, our heart doctors talk about when to watch and when to operate for women with aorta disease. Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/6638-leslie-cho Christine Jellis, MD, PhD, Cardiologist, Vice Chair, Hea…
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Can Milk Baths Help Your Skin? with Alok Vij, MD
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Some people take the idea that milk ‘does a body good’ to a whole different level. Milk Baths have long been touted as a way to boost skin health. Does it work? Get your answer from Dr. Alok Vij in this podcast.By Cleveland Clinic
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Diagnosis & Surgical Treatment of Aortic Dissection
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Dr. Patrick Vargo describes imaging and surgical considerations for aortic dissection. Learn more about the Aorta Center at Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/aorta-centerBy Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Sound Advice on Protecting Your Child's Hearing with Valerie Pavlovich Ruff, AuD
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It's estimated 1 in 8 children between the ages of 6 and 19 have hearing loss due to music blaring through earbuds or headphones. The numbers keep getting worse, too, as teens spend a few hours a day wearing audio devices. In this episode, we talk with audiologist Valerie Pavlovich Ruff about the damage being done to eardrums and get some tips to p…
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health-Part 3 - Weight Loss & Hormone Replacement Therapy
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In part three of this panel discussion, our heart doctors talk about their recommendations for the popular GLP-1 medications, weight loss and hormone replacement therapy. Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/6638-leslie-cho Christine Jellis,…
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Talking Tall Rounds: 2024 AATS Highlights
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In this episode, Eric Roselli, MD, Michael Tong, MD and Siva Raja, MD, PhD provide an overview of Cleveland Clinic's highlights at the 2024 AATS Annual Meeting. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Growing Pains: Tips to Avoid Aches From Yard Work with Andrew Bang, DO
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Hours of yard work can be great for your lawn and garden. Your body, on the other hand, may feel a little run down. It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Chiropractor Andrew Bang returns to the podcast with some tips to eliminate aches and pains from doing outdoor chores.By Cleveland Clinic
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health-Part 2 - Valve Disease
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Learn what you’ve always wanted to know about women’s heart care, from risk prevention to unique symptoms to specialized treatment options. In part two of this panel discussion, our heart doctors answer: Minimally-invasive procedures vs. open surgery in women, what is factored in? Does age impact decision-making? Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD,…
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Dr. Patrick Vargo describes considerations for aortic dissection. Learn more about the Aorta Center at Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/aorta-centerBy Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Nutrition Essentials: Is Your Diet Stressing You Out? with Melissa Young, MD
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What you eat may be putting your body in a state of internal distress, which can lead to anxiety, fatigue and even depression. In this Nutrition Essentials podcast, Dr. Melissa Young and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano share how diet shapes our mood and mental health.By Cleveland Clinic
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Disease and Surgery Part 1 - Coronary Heart Disease
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Learn what you’ve always wanted to know about women’s heart care, from risk prevention to unique symptoms to specialized treatment options. In part one of this panel discussion, our heart doctors answer: What are diagnostic tests and treatment options for women? What does recovery look like with surgery for women? When is surgery better? Meet our p…
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Talking Tall Rounds®: Lung Transplantation
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In this episode, Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, provide an overview of lung transplant allocation, marginal donors and the utilization of ex-vivo lung perfusion. Learn more about Tall Rounds online http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Riding Toward a Cure for Cancer with Jessica Geiger, MD
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Researchers at Cleveland Clinic devote countless hours trying to find ways to beat cancer. In this podcast, learn about the work oncologist Jessica Geiger is doing on a vaccine for a type of head and neck cancer thanks to a grant from Cleveland Clinic’s VeloSano Bike to Cure event.By Cleveland Clinic
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How Your Heart Surgeon Picks the Best Valve For You
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Have you ever wondered how long a heart valve will last after it is repaired or replaced? Or how your surgeon decides what valve would be best for you? Dr. Tarek Malas and Dr. Xiaoying Lou answer these questions about considerations for valve surgery to ensure you are getting the best outcome. Visit the Valve Center at Cleveland Clinic https://my.c…
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Summary of the Pericardial Diseases: International Position Statement on New Concepts and Advances in Multimodality Cardiac Imaging
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Pericardial diseases have gained renewed clinical interest, leading to a renaissance in the field. Allan Klein, MD, and Tom Kai Ming Wang, MBChB, discuss highlights from the paper providing insight into the diagnosis and management of pericardial diseases.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Preventing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes with Molly McDermott, DO
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Intense training in a single sport often leaves young athletes broken down and burnt out. In this podcast, sports medicine specialist Dr. Molly McDermott discusses how to help your child stay injury-free and in the game as they pursue their athletic goals.By Cleveland Clinic
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There are four valves in your heart. Dr. Tarek Malas and Dr. Xiaoying Lou give an overview of how blood moves through your heart, what can go wrong with the valves, and when you may need surgery. Visit the Valve Center at Cleveland Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/valve-center…
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Talking Tall Rounds: Post-diagnostic Monitoring of Cardiac Amyloidosis
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In this episode, a case is presented by Alvin George, MD; Mazen Hanna, MD, discusses monitoring ATTR cardiac amyloidosis post-diagnosis; and Deborah Kwon, MD, provides an overview of imaging modalities used to assess progression and treatment response. Learn more about Tall Rounds online. http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/7…
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Is It Safe to Exercise After a Heart Attack? with Tamanna Singh, MD
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If you just felt the pain of a heart attack, putting your ticker through a blood-pumping workout seems like a big ask. But exercise is key to recovery – if you do it right. Let’s take a closer at physical activity after a heart attack with sports cardiologist Tamanna Singh.By Cleveland Clinic
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The aorta is the body’s main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The aorta can have an aneurysm, a balloon-like bulge, or a dissection, when the aorta tears. Dr. Patrick Vargo describes these conditions and discusses when you may need surgery. Learn more about the Aorta Center at Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandc…
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Caring for life, researching for health, educating those who serve. This is the mission of Cleveland Clinic. Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, Chief, Cleveland Clinic Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, highlights outcomes and how the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute exemplifies this mission. Learn how to refer a patient…
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Nutrition Essentials - Diet & Eye Health: See the Connection with Nicole Bajic, MD + Phoebe Lin, MD, PhD
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The food you see on your plate today may determine how well you see later in life. Learn more about the connection between diet and eye health in this Nutrition Essentials podcast with registered dietitian Julia Zumpano and ophthalmologists Nicole Bajic and Phoebe Lin.By Cleveland Clinic
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Cholesterol numbers are important because they help you know your risk for heart disease. Dr. Ashish Sarraju answers some common questions about cholesterol and your heart. Learn more about the Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation Section: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/preventive-cardiology-rehabilitation…
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Talking Tall Rounds®: Diagnosis and Management of INOCA
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In this episode, Khaled Ziada, MD, and Stephen Ellis, MD, discuss approaches to diagnosing & managing ischemia with no obstructive arteries (INOCA). Learn more about Tall Rounds online: http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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The Importance of Gum Health with Anne Clemons, DMD
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Your gums are more than just a place for your teeth to hang out. They’re a frontline defense system against harmful bacteria that can lead to serious health issues. Listen in as Dr. Anne Clemons talks about the importance of gum care for your overall health.By Cleveland Clinic
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Celebrating 2,400 Robotic Mitral Valve Surgeries
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Since the 1950s, Cleveland Clinic has been a pioneer in heart care. Cleveland Clinic recently celebrated the completion of 2,400 robotic mitral valve surgeries. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, talks about this amazing milestone. Learn more about the Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Center at Cleveland…
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Diversity in Clinical Trials: Understanding Common Perceptions
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Age, gender, weight, race, ethnicity, and other factors affect how different individuals react to the same treatment. It is important that there is equity in in clinical trials. Ashish Sarraju, MD, speaks with Jenn Mitchell, RN, about the importance of a diverse and equitable participant group. Learn more about C5 Research at Cleveland Clinic https…
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Rice Water: The Secret Ingredient for Longer Hair? with Alok Vij, MD
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It’s said that rinsing your hair in rice water can give you longer, stronger and healthier locks. In this podcast, dermatologist Alok Vij explores the science behind the legend. Listen in as we comb through what’s fact and fiction.By Cleveland Clinic
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Robotically Assisted Coronary Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is a surgical treatment for patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Traditionally, this procedure was done through a sternotomy where the breastbone was opened. Dr. Faisal Bakaeen and Dr. Tarek Malas talk about an alternative approach using a surgical robot to assist with this. Visit the State of the Art Coronary…
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Considerations for Heart Failure and Pregnancy
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Pregnancy may add an extra layer of complexity for heart failure patients. Karlee Hoffman, DO, reviews considerations for managing these patients, prognosis and stresses the importance of communication. Learn more about the Cardio-Obstetrics Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardio-obstetrics Learn more about the George …
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Does Your Child Have a Sleep Disorder? with Vaishal Shah, MD, MBBS, MPH
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It’s estimated that nearly half of all children experience a sleep disorder while growing up – a reality that can bring physical and emotional consequences. Listen in as Dr. Vaishal Shaw goes over the most common sleep disorders and what can be done about them.By Cleveland Clinic
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Cleveland Clinic: A Global Leader in Heart Surgery
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As one of the largest integrated heart centers in the world, Cleveland Clinic has long been recognized as a global leader in cardiovascular care. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, describes how Cleveland Clinic makes coming here a seamless process and provides the best care. Learn more about the H…
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Open Hybrid Treatment of Complex Type A Aortic Dissection
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In this episode, Marijan Koprivanac, MD, discusses open hybrid treatment of complex type A aortic dissection with occluded right carotid artery. Learn more about Cleveland Clinic's Aorta Center: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/aorta-centerBy Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Does Aromatherapy Pass the Sniff Test? with Melissa Young, MD
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Aromatherapy has been used to relieve stress and anxiety for thousands of years -- but can a sniff of something really make a difference in how you feel? Dr. Melissa Young, a functional medicine specialist, explains how the treatment works its magic.By Cleveland Clinic
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Cleveland Clinic’s cardiac transplant program is one of the largest in the US and is the leading center in Ohio. Dr. Anthony Zaki, a cardiac surgeon who specializes in transplantation, talks about 5 interesting facts about heart transplantation. Learn more about the Heart Transplantation Center at Cleveland Clinic https://my.clevelandclinic.org/dep…
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Is It Too Late? When to Consider LVAD as an Option
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Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) have dramatically shifted the outcomes for patients with advanced heart failure. The question remains, when is the best time for a patient to begin LVAD therapy? Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD, Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support, reviews a case study with the question, is …
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Nutrition Essentials: Feeding Your Gut’s Microbiome with Christine Lee, MD
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Dietary choices you make day after day set the tone for how efficiently your gastrointestinal system operates. Explore the connection between food and gut health with Dr. Christine Lee and registered dietitian Julia Zumpano in the first Nutrition Essentials podcastBy Cleveland Clinic
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Nutrition and diet apps are a great way to help track calories, weight and other health numbers. Cleveland Clinic health experts have designed a mobile app with the goal of promoting overall health and well-being. Julia Zumpano, a registered dietician nutritionist at Cleveland Clinic, talks about how this app can be used to create and keep heart he…
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Are Walking Pads Worth It? with Chris Dempers, MES
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Walking pads allow you to get in thousands of slow-moving steps while at your work desk. But here’s the question: Can these simple treadmills make a health and fitness difference? Exercise physiologist Chris Dempers has your answer.By Cleveland Clinic
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Hybrid Arch Replacement for Type A Dissection
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In this episode, Marijan Koprivanac, MD, provides an overview of hybrid arch replacement for retrograde type A dissection with high-risk features. Learn more about Cleveland Clinic's Aorta Center.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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How to Choose the Best Place for Mitral Valve Surgery
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There are many things to think about when you are told you need mitral valve surgery. There are questions to ask and finding answers can be confusing. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, advises patients to find a center that has expereince and expertise. At Cleveland Clinic, there is a team approac…
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The first heart transplant was in 1967. In 1968, the first heart transplantation at Cleveland Clinic was performed. Much has changed over the last 50 years. Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD, Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support, discusses what's new in heart transplantation.…
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Does Birth Order Dictate Personality? with Kate Eshleman, PsyD
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There’s a long-held belief that birth order – whether a child is the oldest, youngest or somewhere in the middle -- sets the stage for kids to develop certain traits. Let’s take a closer look at the theories with pediatric psychologist Kate Eshleman.By Cleveland Clinic
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Can Your Heart Recover From Cardiogenic Shock?
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Cardiogenic shock is a serious condition that happens when your heart can’t pump enough blood to keep up with your body’s needs. Dr. Michael Tong gives an overview of devices that can help support your heart so it can recover. Cleveland Clinic has a specialized Center for Shock and Circulatory Support that has expertise in each device and develops …
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Hybrid Treatment of Complex Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
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Marijan Koprivanac, MD, discusses open hybrid treatment of complex thoracic aortic aneurism in a high-risk octogenarian patient. Learn more about Cleveland Clinic's Aorta CenterBy Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Are Powdered Greens Worth Trying? with Julia Zumpano, RD
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Powdered greens keep increasing in popularity, but is there any nutritional value left in veggies once they’ve been dried and pulverized? Registered dietitian Julia Zumpano has your answer in this podcast.By Cleveland Clinic
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The American Heart Association defines heart failure in 4 stages. Dr. Amanda Vest, Section Head of Heart Failure and Transplantation Cardiology, reviews these stages and how your doctor defines heart failure.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
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Evolution of Left Ventricular Assist Devices
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The innovation of left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) as a treatment option for patients with heart failure had a significant impact in the field. Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD, gives a brief history of how LVADs have evolved over the last few decades to be a durable solution for patients with advanced heart failure.…
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Complex medications known as biologics have transformed psoriasis care over the past two decades. Learn more about how and when this emerging treatment is used to manage the skin condition in this podcast with dermatologist Anthony Fernandez.By Cleveland Clinic
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