Best Hypercholesterolemia Podcasts (2024)

Listen as Dr. Howard Haft & Dr. Tracy Yu-Ping Wang discuss techniques on how to improve the transition of care for ASCVD patients into the outpatient setting – and how social determinants of health play a factor in treatment plans.

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ASCVD Series - Part 2-Looking Ahead in ASCVD 16:18

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One of the biggest challenges for newly diagnosed ASCVD patients is medication adherence. Listen as Dr. Michelle Chu, PharmD discusses how to work with patients who are struggling to adapt to their new lifestyle and the importance of integrating their care givers into the conversation.

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ASCVD Series - Part 1-The Importance of Bridging the Gap in Lipid Management 19:29

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How does the equity gap play a role in lipid management? Join us as we interview Dr. Keith Ferdinand on the importance of recognizing & addressing implicit bias in cardiovascular care, and what he is doing at Tulane University to train future physicians in this subject matter.

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Recent Clinical Advances in Reducing Risk for Dyslipidemia 23:15

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In this episode, host Dr. Laurence Sperling speaks with Drs Erin Michos and Peter Toth about optimal use of newer dyslipidemia therapies. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958749). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of our adv…

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Ep. 11 - Diabetes in Rural Health 26:36

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Host: Dr. Daniel Mak Guest Speakers: Dr. Heather Johnson and Dr. Morgan L. ButlerBy PESTOLA

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Ep. 10 - Pediatric Endocrinology from a Workforce Perspective 26:49

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Guest Host: Dr. Jurhee Freese Guest Expert: Dr. Juan Otero This episode will discuss the current state of pediatric endocrinology from a workforce perspective.

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Ep 9 - Familial Hypercholesterolemia 54:51

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Guest Host: Dr. Soumya Adhikari Guest Experts: Dr. Don Wilson Dr. Nivedita Patni In this episode we will discuss: The prevalence of FH, about the current state of screening for it . Review diagnostic criteria for FH Why we need newer and better treatments for FH. Review state of current management for FH Define PCSK9 is and why its inhibition porte…

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Ep. 8 - Diabetes and Exercise 34:49

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Host: Dr. Jo Oden Expert Guest: Joseph Henske, MD, FACE In this episode, we will discuss When considering adding moderate to vigorous exercise to their routine, what should a person with diabetes consider before beginning? For pediatric patients wanting to begin a sports program in school, is a simple “sports physical” with their primary care physi…

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A Natural Winner: Plant-Based Diets and Statins vs Dyslipidemia Risk 19:36

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In this episode, Dr Laurence Sperling talks with Dr Kim Williams about preventive cardiology nutrition intervention as a key co-therapy for tackling dyslipidemia. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958748). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed…

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Top 10 Take-home Messages From the 2018 ACC/AHA Cholesterol Guidelines 21:35

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Drs Laurence Sperling and Neil Stone put key messages from the 2018 cholesterol guidelines into a clear clinical context. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958747). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of our advertiser. This po…

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How to Improve Dyslipidemia Care in Underresourced Populations 17:14

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Drs Larry Sperling and Karol Watson discuss health equity and social determinants of health for populations with dyslipidemia. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958746). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This …

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Pandemic Flips Script on Patient-Partnered Dyslipidemia Care 26:02

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In this episode, host Dr Laurence Sperling and guests talk about how COVID affected patient-partnered dyslipidemia care, causing clinical teams to innovate. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958311). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed indep…

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Familial Hypercholesterolemia -- Hiding in Plain Sight 25:33

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In this episode, host Dr Laurence Sperling speaks with Katherine Wilemon, founder of the FH Foundation. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958283). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of our advertiser. This podcast is intended …

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Statin and Non-Statin Drugs 37:40

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Statins are the cornerstone of lipid lowering drugs. Listen as Drs. Natarajan, Michos, and Kara discuss the role of statins for cardiovascular disease prevention as well as new incorporation of some non-statin cholesterol-lowering medications in 2018 AHA/ACC Cholesterol Guidelines.By American Heart Association

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Coronary Calcification (CAC Score) 47:14

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A deep dive discussion between Drs. Pradeep Natarajan, Ron Blankstein and Khurram Nasir in assessment of Coronary artery calcium (CAC) to help guide prognosis and management. In this podcast learn the role of CAC score.By American Heart Association

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Uses of PCSK9 Inhibitors 20:35

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Listen as Drs. Ferguson and Musunuru review history and uses of PCSK9 inhibitors and how these drugs can transform cardiovascular medicine.By American Heart Association

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New Discoveries in Cholesterol Metabolism 25:06

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Despite medications to reduce risk of heart cardiovascular disease; heart disease is still the number one leading cause of death in the United States as well as around the world. Listen to Drs. Ferguson and Musunuru as they review new discoveries in cholesterol metabolism and explore why researchers are continuing to study cholesterol metabolism ve…

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ASCVD Risk Calculator 28:52

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Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD). risk calculator is a tool that enables healthcare providers and patients to estimate ten-year and lifetime risk of ASCVD. Listen as Dr. Virani explores the reasons why should healthcare professionals should perform ASCVD risk assessment and how the ASCVD Risk Calculator can be used.…

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Familial Hypercholesterolemia 22:57

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What is the prevalence of familial hypercholesterolemia? Learn more as Drs. Mehta and Orringer examine the 2018 cholesterol guidelines and how familial hypercholesterolemia and its treatment fall into the new guideline.By American Heart Association

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Women’s CVD and the Cholesterol Guidelines 22:15

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Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the US and worldwide. Listen as Drs. Mehta, Braun, and Lundberg discuss the importance of adding women-specific factors in the guideline and focus on many important areas common in women’s health that includes rheumatologic disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus eryt…

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New Guideline Changes 18:15

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The 2018 AHA/ACC cholesterol guideline address the management of patients with high blood cholesterol and other disorders, and risks for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Listen as Dr. Pradeep Natarajan discusses the important changes in 2018 AHA/ACC Cholesterol Guidelines and comparing them to the 2013 cholesterol guideline.…

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Ep. 7 - MODY 17:15

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Host: Dr. Joel Steelman Expert Guest: Dr. Jon Oden In this episode, we will discuss MODY … maturity-onset diabetes of youth - a common form of monogenic diabetes. This disorder can be characterized as a heterogeneous group of autosomal dominant mutations that affect beta-cell function, which usually presents as non-ketotic hyperglycemia at a young …

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Ep. 6 - Hypothyroidism 22:54

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HOST: Dr. Siripoom McKay GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Tracy Patel In this Thyroid episode, we will focus on Hypothyroidism - the condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive and fails to make a sufficient amount of thyroid hormone. Symptoms in infants and children can be subtle and differ from adults. Guest expert Dr. Tracey Patel is an Assistant Prof…

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Ep. 5 - Adrenal Insufficiency 20:52

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Host Dr. Siripoom McKay Guest Expert Dr. Sophie Ebnenezzer In this episode on Adrenal, we will take a closer look at adrenal insufficiency. We will discuss clinical symptoms, physical exam findings as well as common laboratory findings, and more. Guest expert Dr. Sophie Ebenezer. Dr. Ebenezer is the Medical Director of the Bariatric Surgery Program…

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Ep. 4 - Cushing syndrome 24:11

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Host Dr. Siripoom Mckay Guest Expert Dr. David Paul We will discuss the differences in diagnosing Cushing's Disease in children as compared with textbook cases and adult cases. This includes signs and symptoms, biochemical testing, and imaging for pituitary tumors. Joining us is Dr. David Paul – a Pediatric Endocrinology Specialist in Houston, Texa…

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Ep. 3 - Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) 41:38

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Host Dr. Melissa Hamm Guest Expert Dr. Perrin White In this episode on Adrenal, we will take a closer look at Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia - a genetic disorder of cortisol biosynthesis. By the early 1980s, it was understood that any of 5 enzymatic defects could cause this disease, with 21-hydroxylase deficiency accounting for over 90% of cases. J…

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Episode #2 - Puberty 1:18:02

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In episode #2 we focus on Puberty with host Dr. Jon Oden. Dr. Oden is joined by three guest speakers: Chapter 1 - Normal & Precocious with Dr. Juan Otero Chapter 2 - Delayed Puberty with Dr. Michele Hutchison Chapter 3 - Turner syndrome with Dr. Jeanie TrygestaadBy PESTOLA

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Episode #1 - Hypoglycemia: Diagnosis & Treatment 48:47

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HOST/INTERVIEWER: Dr. Joel Steelman GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Paul Thornton In this episode on “Hypoglycemia”, we focus on Hyperinsulinism, Ketotic hypoglycemia, and the Dumping syndrome. Joining us is Dr. Paul Thornton - a pediatric endocrinologist in Fort Worth-Dallas, Texas. He has been in practice for nearly 40 years.…

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Case 1: Mateo (Statin Intensification) 20:03

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Mateo is a 68-year-old male treated with moderate-intensity statin therapy who needs treatment intensification for secondary prevention. Treatment options are discussed based on clinical trials such as IMPROVE-IT, ODYSSEY Long Term, FOURIER, and GLAGOV.By Annenberg Center for Health Sciences

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Case 2: Jessica (Hypercholesterolemia) 16:25

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Jessica is a 24-year-old with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia with LDL-C hyperlipidemia despite high-intensity statin therapy. The benefits and limitations of the addition of ezetimibe or a PCSK9 inhibitor are discussed.By Annenberg Center for Health Sciences

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Case 4: Harry(Statin Intolerance) 19:51

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Harry is a 72-year-old with diabetes and hypertension but no primary event with LDL-C 110 mg/dL and 1-year ASCVD risk score of 43%. Although he is a candidate for high-intensity statin therapy, atorvastatin 10 mg daily is the highest dose he tolerates.By Annenberg Center for Health Sciences

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Case 3: Anisa(CKD) 13:05

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Anisa is a 54-year-old with hypertension and stage 3 chronic kidney disease (but not diabetes mellitus) and LDL-C <190 mg/dL despite high-intensity statin therapy. Results of clinical trials show that reducing atherogenic lipoproteins to very low levels (LDL-C <50 mg/dL) is beneficial in reducing the risk of a cardiovascular event compared to highe…

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Evolving Paradigms in LDL Hypercholesterolemia 20:23

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Patients who receive a prescription for statin therapy often remain at increased cardiovascular risk due to elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Organizations such as the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and National Lipid Association have developed algorithms to guide the management of patients with LDL-…