Best Cleveland Clinic Heart Podcasts (2024)

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How to Choose the Best Place for Care 5:05

2d ago5:05

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There are many things to think about when you are told you need heart 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 approach, brin…

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What's New in Heart Transplantation? 5:06

7d ago5:06

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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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Are Walking Pads Worth It? with Chris Dempers, MES 16:41

19h ago16:41

16:41

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 7:56

18h ago7:56

7:56

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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Geriatric Surgery 17:44

2d ago17:44

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According to the Administration for Community Living, the population of Americans aged 85 and older is projected to more than double from 6.6 million in 2019 to 14.4 million in 2040. On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Mark Horattas, Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, and Kelly Bahr, RN, Geriatric Surgery Coor…

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Does Birth Order Dictate Personality? with Kate Eshleman, PsyD 14:03

8d ago14:03

14:03

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? 5:24

9d ago5:24

5:24

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 6:34

14d ago6:34

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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 13:26

15d ago13:26

13:26

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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Psychological Effects of GI Disorders 12:56

16d ago12:56

12:56

Madison Simons, PsyD, is a gastrointestinal (GI) psychologist in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cleveland Clinic. She joins this episode of the Butts & Guts podcast to discuss the psychological effects that patients with GI disorders often experience. Listen to learn more about the gut-brain connection and treatmen…

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Heart Failure Stages 7:44

16d ago7:44

7:44

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 13:19

21d ago13:19

13:19

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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Biologics: The Solution for Psoriasis? 21:57

22d ago21:57

21:57

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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Advancements in Heart Failure Treatment: How the Left Ventricular Assist Device Has Evolved 8:40

25d ago8:40

8:40

A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) helps the heart pump blood and is a potential treatment option for people with heart failure. Dr. Michael Tong 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.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Talking Tall Rounds®: Complicated Wounds 10:08

28d ago10:08

10:08

In this episode, Michael Maier, DPM, and Scott Cameron, MD, PhD, discuss comprehensive cutting-edge care for complicated wounds.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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What Is Biohacking? with Melissa Young, MD 25:49

29d ago25:49

25:49

Science can make you feel better. That’s the idea behind biohacking, a DIY approach to self-care that uses everything from lifestyle changes to high-tech tools to improve your health. Explore the movement in this podcast with functional medicine specialist Melissa Young.By Cleveland Clinic

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Goldilocks Mastectomy Surgery 13:27

1M ago13:27

13:27

On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Lauren Kopicky, a breast surgeon at Cleveland Clinic shares more about the goldilocks mastectomy surgery, an alternative breast reconstruction option for cancer patients who do not desire a traditional approach. Listen to learn more about this surgery, who may be a candidate, and the importance of exploring all …

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How Should You be Eating if You Have Heart Failure? 15:10

1M ago15:10

15:10

Dietary recommendations can be confusing. Having a heart condition can make it even more challenging. Dr. Amanda Vest, Section Head of Heart Failure and Transplantation Cardiology, has a special interest in making diet and nutrition choices easier for patients with heart failure. She talks about recommended dietary patterns and considerations for w…

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EP 1,196 - News of the Week

1M ago

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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. COVID affects, long term and short Latest Alzheimers updates Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why PLUS so much more...By YOU: The Owner's Manual

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EP 1,196B - VULNERABLE MINDS: The Harm of Childhood Trauma and the Hope of Resilience

1M ago

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Vulnerable Minds: The Harm of Trauma and the Hope of Resilience (Penguin Random House / Avery; 3/12/24) by neurobiologist and educator Marc Hauser, PhD shows the importance of these dimensions, shows how they generate signatures of trauma, and provides a road map for treatment that emphasizes the idea of a toolkit of options. This book offers a hop…

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Benefits of the Aorta Center 5:07

1M ago5:07

5:07

Specialized centers offer care to patients as a multidisciplinary team with expertise in a particular disease condition. Eric Roselli, MD, Cardiac Surgery Director of the Aorta Center speaks with Xiaoying Lou, MD, about the history and future directions of the Aorta Center at Cleveland Clinic.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Stress & Eczema: A Vicious Cycle with Gowri Kabbur, MD 12:31

1M ago12:31

12:31

Stressful times can leave your skin feeling dry, red and itchy. In this podcast, learn the connection between stress and eczema plus the steps you can take to undo it. Dermatologist Gowri Kabbur explains.By Cleveland Clinic

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5 Questions to Ask If You Are Considering Robotic Valve Surgery 5:48

1M ago5:48

5:48

Robotic heart surgery has many benefits when done by a skilled surgeon. Drs. Marc Gillinov and Tarek Malas answer the five questions you should think about if you are considering a robotic approach to valve surgery.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Talking Tall Rounds®: Ischemia with No Obstructive Arteries 2:15

1M ago2:15

2:15

Khaled Ziada, MD, provides a brief overview of the risk factors, diagnosis & treatment considerations for ischemia with no obstructive arteries (INOCA). Learn more about Tall Rounds online.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Do You Know These Truths About Autism? with Carrie Cuffman, MD 30:32

1M ago30:32

30:32

Misunderstanding and misinformation often define how we think of autism spectrum disorder. Listen in as we separate fact from fiction with the help of Dr. Carrie Cuffman, a pediatric specialist in developmental behavior.By Cleveland Clinic

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Low Anterior Resection Syndrome 12:32

1M ago12:32

12:32

Patients who undergo surgery for rectal cancer are often faced with a "new normal." Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Marylise Boutros of Cleveland Clinic Florida joins Butts & Guts to discuss Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS), a group of symptoms patients may experience after treatment. Listen to learn more about how to recognize triggers and take contr…

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Nutrition and Heart Failure 5:41

1M ago5:41

5:41

Heart failure is a term to describe when your heart is not pumping as well as it should. Dr. Amanda Vest, Section Head of Heart Failure and Transplantation Cardiology, talks about how nutrition plays an important role in heart health.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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EP 1,194B - Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

2M ago

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“AMD is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness,” says Dr. Andrea Zimmerman, Low Vision Specialist at Lighthouse Guild. “If you are over 60, you are at risk for AMD, which is why even if you have no symptoms, you should get an eye exam once a year,” In addition to age, other risk factors for AMD include: a history of smoking, genetic…

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AATS: Machine Learning-Derived Risk Model to Predict Post-Cardiotomy Cardiogenic Shock in High-Risk Cardiac Surgery Patients 3:13

2M ago3:13

3:13

The American Association for Thoracic Surgery hosted its 104th Annual Meeting in Toronto at the end of April. There were many outstanding presentations. Edward Soltesz, MD, MPH, Surgical Director of the Kaufman Center for Heart Failure and Recovery and the Program and Director for the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery residency and …

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Bone Health: How to Feed Your Skeleton with Julia Zumpano, RD 18:08

2M ago18:08

18:08

Your bones may be stronger than steel, but they need your help to stay sturdy. What you eat affects your long-term bone health and can prevent or limit osteoporosis. Listen in as registered dietitian Julia Zumpano shares what food will make your inner skeleton smile.By Cleveland Clinic

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Bicuspid Aortic Valve and the Aorta 10:34

2M ago10:34

10:34

As blood travels through the heart, it passes through the aortic valve into the aorta. The aorta is the body’s main artery that carries blood to the body. Dr. Eric Roselli, Surgical Director of the Aorta Center, and Dr. Xiaoying Lou talk about how the aortic valve relates to the aorta.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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EP 1,193B - THE POWER FOODS DIET: The Breakthrough Plan that Traps, Tames and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss

2M ago

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The New Approach to Health: Using Power Foods to Cause Rapid, Permanent Weight Loss Scientists have found that certain foods trigger weight loss automatically. Unlike the usual approach to dieting which focuses on going hungry and avoiding the foods you love, the Power Foods approach encourages you to add specific foods that cause weight loss. Powe…

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Esophageal Cancer: Past, Present and Future 10:07

2M ago10:07

10:07

Siva Raja, MD, PhD, Surgical Director of the Center for Esophageal Diseases and a staff thoracic surgeon in the Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, provides an update on the treatment of esophageal cancer. Learn more about Tall Rounds online.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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What Can You Learn From Dream Journaling? with Alaina Tiani, PhD 15:44

2M ago15:44

15:44

Keeping a dream journal can help you understand what your subconscious is trying to tell you while you sleep. It may even reveal deep secrets about yourself over time. Curious? Then let’s take a closer look at dreams with psychologist and sleeping medicine specialist Alaina Tiani.By Cleveland Clinic

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High Risk and Complex Heart Surgery 14:11

2M ago14:11

14:11

Heart surgery is complex and requires expert surgeons. This becomes more challenging as more parts of the heart are involved or because of the health history of a patient. Dr. Edward Soltesz and Dr. Anthony Zaki talk about what might make a patient considered high-risk, how that affects their surgical plan, and the benefit of a second opinion. Thei…

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Multicompartment Pelvic Organ Prolapse 19:37

2M ago19:37

19:37

On this episode of Butts & Guts, Colorectal Surgeon Dr. Anna Spivak and Urogynecologist Dr. Shannon Wallace discuss the complexities of multicompartment pelvic organ prolapse. Listen to learn more about how their multidisciplinary team works to restore the quality of life of patients experiencing prolapse.…

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EP 1,188B - ALL IN HER HEAD: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught us About Women’s Bodies and Why It Matters Today

2M ago

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Much of what we know about women’s bodies and health has come from men. Their points of view have helped shape the way we feel about our bodies—and the kind of medical attention we receive. Our “normal” bodily functions—as well as our pain, pleasure, strength, and intellectual capacity—have been based on an overwhelmingly male narrative uninformed …

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EP 1,192B - FIGHT HEART DISEASE LIKE CANCER

2M ago

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Dr. McConnell, through his work with the American Heart Association and the National Fitness Foundation, highlights the many ways our society can reduce heart disease for all. Fight Heart Disease Like Cancer covers, among other topics: • simple and powerful therapies to reverse heart disease and prevent heart attacks and strokes • digital health te…

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EP 1,188 - News of the Week

2M ago

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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Achieving diabetes remission and the benefits for overall health Latest Alzheimers updates Cervical cancer increasing in women in their 30-40's and why PLUS so much more...By YOU: The Owner's Manual

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Management of Hypertension in Pregnancy and Postpartum 20:29

2M ago20:29

20:29

Pregnancy adds an additional layer of complexity when caring for pregnant and postpartum patients. Deirdre Mattina, MD, highlights some key considerations for managing this population.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Fast Fact: Slow Running Is Good for You with Tamanna Singh, MD 25:11

2M ago25:11

25:11

Want to run healthier, longer and faster? The secret may to be embrace slow running. Evidence suggests that slowing down while training can bring huge benefits. Learn more in this podcast with sports cardiologist and marathon runner Tamanna Singh.By Cleveland Clinic

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Passion for Care: Exploring the World of Aortic Surgery 9:16

2M ago9:16

9:16

The term "heart surgery" includes structures in the heart, but also connected to the heart. The aorta is the body’s main artery that carries blood to the rest of the body from your heart. Caring for your heart and the vessels around it requires a team approach. Dr. Eric Roselli, Surgical Director of the Aorta Center, speaks with Dr. Xiaoying Lou ab…

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EP 1,187B - RETHINKING DIABETES: What Science Reveals about Diet, Insulin, and Successful Treatments

2M ago

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As far back as the sixth century B.C., physicians have looked to treat diabetes through diet. Today, it is estimated that over 30 million Americans have been diagnosed with this chronic disease and up to 9 million suffer undiagnosed. In RETHINKING DIABETES: What Science Reveals About Diet, Insulin, and Successful Treatments (Knopf, Nonfiction; Janu…

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EP 1,191B - WHY WE REMEMBER: Unlocking Memory’s Power to Hold on to What Matters

2M ago

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A new understanding of memory is emerging from the latest scientific research. In this groundbreaking tour of the mind and brain, one of the world’s top memory researchers radically reframes the way we think about the everyday act of remembering. Combining accessible language with cutting-edge research, Ranganath reveals the surprising ways our bra…

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EP 1,187 - News of the Week

2M ago

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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Updates on prostate health High stress ups your cardio-metabolic risks Weight loss and diabetes and the lowered risk of heart disease PLUS so much more...By YOU: The Owner's Manual

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Talking Tall Rounds: SVS Highlights 16:21

2M ago16:21

16:21

In this episode, Sean Lyden, MD, and Francis Caputo, MD, discuss Cleveland Clinic's highlights at the 2023 Society of Vascular Surgery Annual Meeting. Learn more about Tall Rounds online http://2207941.mediaspace.kaltura.com/category/Tall+Rounds/75663251.By Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute

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Dealing With the Challenges of Breast Cancer Treatment with Tiffany Onger, MD 16:48

2M ago16:48

16:48

Treatment for breast cancer can be followed by fatigue, sleepless nights, brain fog and other quality-of-life issues. Coping with these matters can be a critical part of the healing process. In this podcast, oncologist Tiffany Onger offers tips to get you through that difficult time.By Cleveland Clinic

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Diversity in Research 13:31

2M ago13:31

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April is National Diversity Health Month. This year, the theme is Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections. Dr. Lee Kirksey and Sherelle Tucker, Director of Community & Economic Development and Executive Administrator of the Center for Community Health Equity, discuss the importan…

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Weight Loss Medications 18:06

2M ago18:06

18:06

The use of weight loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro has become a hot topic. Dr. W. Scott Butsch, Director of Obesity Medicine in the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic joins the podcast to break down how these medications work and the overall impact of how we care for and talk about the disease of obesity.…

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EP 1,190 - News of the Week

2M ago

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Dr. Roizen talks about the latest health headlines that YOU need to know. Well beyond wellness updates Decreasing inflammation is key to longevity PLUS so much more...By YOU: The Owner's Manual

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