Cardi-OH

In this special edition podcast, Principal Investigators, Michael W. Konstan, MD, and Shari Bolen, MD, MPH, from Case Western Reserve University, reflect on Cardi-OH’s remarkable growth and impact over the past nine years. Joined by special guest, Jackson T. Wright, Jr., MD, PhD, they describe the vision behind Cardi-OH’s formation, discuss the power of statewide collaboration, and celebrate the accomplishments leading to improved diabetes and cardiovascular health outcomes for all Ohioans.

Moderated by Colin Crowe, MD, from Case Western Reserve University

Resources on this and other topics are available at www.Cardi-OH.org.

Listen to Lauri Nandyal, MD, from the University of Cincinnati, explore the connection between gut health and cardiovascular health. She will describe both protective factors (diet, probiotics, and gut integrity) and risk factors (vascular and glucose dysregulation) for cardiovascular diseases and explain the adverse effects of medications on intestinal health and digestion. Finally, Dr. Nandyal will share practical lifestyle and dietary strategies to support a healthy gut and promote heart health.

Moderated by Colin Crowe, MD, Case Western Reserve University

Resources on this and other topics are available at www.Cardi-OH.org.

Listen to Mladen Golubic, MD, from the University of Cincinnati, discuss the impact of the Mediterranean diet on cardiovascular health. He will review the main components of the Mediterranean diet pyramid and provide practical strategies to incorporate this diet into their busy lifestyles. Finally, Dr. Golubic will compare the cardiovascular effects of the Mediterranean diet to the DASH diet, another evidence-based approach to improving cardiovascular health.

Moderated by Orson Austin, MD, from the University of Cincinnati

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Listen to Alan J. Lerner, MD, from Case Western Reserve University, discuss the impact of cardiovascular health on brain function, cognitive resilience, and overall neurological health. He will highlight the shared risk factors between cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health and provide practical strategies for prevention and lifestyle management to support neurological health across the lifespan.

Moderated by Danette Conklin, PhD, Case Western Reserve University

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Listen to Marilee Clemons, PharmD, BCACP, from the University of Toledo, discuss the emerging role of lipid biomarkers in the assessment of cardiovascular risk beyond the traditional lipid panel. She will describe the clinical utility of using apolipoprotein B and lipoprotein(a) in decision-making for specific patient-populations and review pharmacotherapy options aimed at targeting these lipid biomarkers to reduce cardiovascular risk.

Moderated by Jennifer Gilmore, BSN, RN, University of Toledo

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Listen to Kathleen Dungan, MD, MPH, from The Ohio State University, discuss the recent changes in pharmacologic management of type 2 diabetes, including the role of metformin given the rise of newer therapeutics. She will review the American Diabetes Association guidelines for patients with or without major comorbidities and differentiate between treatment strategies based on achieving and maintaining both glucose-lowering and weight management goals.

Moderated by Craig Nunemaker, PhD, Ohio University

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Listen to Karen Komondor, RN, from the U.S. Health Literacy Association, and Sarah Aldrich Renner, PharmD, from the University of Toledo, discuss common barriers that patients face when interpreting prescription labels. They will describe best practice strategies for prescribers and pharmacists to improve patients’ health literacy, promote adherence, and reduce medication errors.

Moderated by Colin Crowe, MD, Case Western Reserve University

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Listen to Sean Kelly, MD, from The Ohio State University, review the current nomenclature and risk factors associated with MASLD. He discusses recommended screening and evaluation approaches and evidence-based therapies for management of metabolic liver disease in patients.

Moderated by Deborah Gordish, MD, The Ohio State University

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Listen to Tom Herrmann, MHA, from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and Jennifer Lorenz, DNP, MHA, MA, RN, CPXP, CNE, from University Hospitals, explain the differences between patient experience and patient satisfaction and why improving patient experience matters. They will review the factors that influence patient experience and outline strategies for improvement.

Moderated by Ashley Sneed, NP, The Ohio State University

Resources on this and other topics are available at www.Cardi-OH.org.

Listen to Yi-Chu Wu, DDS, MS, from The Ohio State University, discuss the importance of oral health and its bidirectional relationship with overall health, including cardiovascular conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. She will review lifestyle measures to promote both oral and overall health, and provide easy tips to promote oral health during primary care visits.

Moderated by Lauri Nandyal, MD, University of Cincinnati

Resources on this and other topics are available at www.Cardi-OH.org.