CardiOhio Podcast

Join our special guests, Drs. Lauren Lastinger from The Ohio State University and Sharon Roble from OhioHealth, as we review common issues in cardio-obstetrics for the cardiac practitioner.  We will review pearls for managing common cardiovascular conditions during pregnancy, evaluation of cardiac symptoms during pregnancy, common medication pitfalls, and new concepts in peripartum cardiomyopathy.

For more information, see:
Lastinger et al :Diagnostic and Management Considerations in a High-Risk Pregnant Patient With Ischemic Cardiomyopathy

Cardio-Obstetrics Essentials: Team-Based Management of Cardiovascular Disease and Pregnancy (ACC course)

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Please join our special guest Dr. Ian Neeland from University Hospitals in Cleveland, to discuss the intersection of obesity and cardiovascular disease, and specifically the roles of the new agents semaglutide and tirzepatide. We discuss the recent data on cardiovascular outcomes with these agents, assessing patient candidacy, and tips for initiating and monitoring therapy.  We also reviewed the complementary role of bariatric surgery and pharmacotherapy to improve cardiac outcomes.

For more information, see the SELECT study.
For more information about the UH CINEMA program, click on this link.

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Join our host, Ohio-ACC President  Dr. Kanny Grewal, and guests Drs. Ellen Sabik and Heather Gornik, both from University Hospitals of Cleveland, as they discuss the diagnosis and practical management of fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) - including clinical assessment, classification, screening and the role of imaging.  They then review spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD),  including clinical assessment, diagnosis, and therapy.

For more information, see:
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection: JACC State-of-the-Art Review  from the ACC.
2019 FMD International Consensus: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1358863X18821816?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed

AHA SCAD Scientific Statement

https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000564

 Interesting case of identical twins with FMD

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1358863X18818317?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed

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Join our host, Ohio-ACC President  Dr. Kanny Grewal, and guests Drs. Ankit Bhatia and Gregory F. Egnaczyk, both from The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, as they discuss the practical management of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) - including clinical assessment, classification, acute therapies, candidacy for advanced therapies. They then review the current clinical role for left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) including patient selection and current outcomes. 

For more information, see Durable Mechanical Circulatory Support: A JACC Scientific Statement  from the ACC.

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Join a roundtable with two prominent Central Ohio electrophysiologists, Dr. Ralph Augostini from The Ohio State University, and Dr. Anish Amin from OhioHealth, as they discuss current practices, controversies, and management strategies for patients with atrial fibrillation. They address risk factor management, the rationale for early rhythm control, and the role of left atrial appendage exclusion in these challenging patients.

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Albert Waldo, master clinician, educator, researcher, and mentor.

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In episode 15 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we focus on the role of the cardiovascular team to create innovative programs, and improve patient access and outcomes. We are joined by Andrea Robinson, CNP at OhioHealth and current CV Team liaison for the Ohio ACC Chapter, as well as Kelly Bartsch, PharmD, a Specialty Practice Pharmacist at The Ohio State University.  We discussed several innovative programs led by the CV team, including a unique walk in ambulatory clinic for atrial fibrillation.

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In episode 14 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we interview a legendary clinician, teacher and trialist  in American Cardiology, Dr. Steven Nissen from the Cleveland Clinic. 
We review his contributions to contemporary trials and lipids and diabetes, as well as his analytic approach to reviewing clinical studies. We then discuss his most recent contribution to the field of lipid therapy, the CLEAR outcomes study published earlier this year.

For additional information on the discussed studies:
Effect of rosiglitazone on the risk of myocardial infarction and death from cardiovascular causes
Bempedoic Acid and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Statin-Intolerant Patients (CLEAR outcomes study)
Bempedoic Acid for Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Statin-Intolerant Patients

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In episode 13 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we learn about a newly emerging risk factor for cardiovascular disease, air pollution,  from a local expert, Dr. Sadeer Al-Kindi from University Hospitals in Cleveland.  We review the sources of air pollution in both westernized and developing countries, discuss the evidence for a causative role in development of cardiovascular disease, as well as potential pathophysiologic mechanisms.  We conclude by discussing strategies to mitigate risk both at the societal and individual levels.

For more information:
Air Pollution and Cardiovascular Disease: JACC State-of-the-Art-Review
The "Heart" of Environmental Justice

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Join our host, Drs. Ben Alencherry and Andrew Hornick, along with Ohio-ACC President  Dr. Kanny Grewal, clinical cardiologist from OhioHealth Riverside Hospital, as they discuss the practical use of high-sensitivity troponin assays. They review the key differences of the new assays, their role in diagnosis and risk stratification, and tips for transitioning from prior assays.

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For more information, see the 2019 Scientific Expert Panel for Transitioning to High-sensitivity Troponin from ACC.

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Join our special guest, Dr. Laxmi Mehta,  professor in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, director of the Lipid Clinics and section director of Preventative Cardiology and Women’s Cardiovascular Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. We discuss her contributions to our understanding of physician burnout and maximizing provider wellness. We also discussed her newly appointed role as the Chief Wellness Officer for The Ohio State University Medical Campus.

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For more information, see the following:
2022 ACC Health Policy Statement on Career Flexibility in Cardiology
2022 ACC Health Policy Statement on Building Respect, Civility, and Inclusion in the Cardiovascular Workplace
The Imperative of Addressing Clinician Well-Being (JACC 2020)
Prevalence and Professional Impact of Mental Health Conditions Among Cardiologists (JACC 2023)

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