In this episode for National Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, Dr. Yazan explains what bleeding disorders are, how they affect the body, how to recognize them, and the importance of early recognition. 

In this episode in the "Heart & Blood" series, Dr. Nashwa Abdulsalam, board-certified electrophysiologist and Dr. Yazan Abou-Ismail, board-certified hematologist, discuss the management of atrial fibrillation in patients with bleeding disorders, as well as peri-operative management of cardiac interventions. 

In this episode, Dr. Yazan discusses the treatment of venous thromboembolism, detailing the immediate treatment goals, long-term goals, and therapeutic approaches.  

What are ways to lower the long-term risk of thrombosis? I discuss precautions in high risk settings, as well as methods for the general population, and risk factors specific to individuals who may need to take extra precautions. Dr. Shirisha Avadhanula, board certified endocrinologist, joins me to discuss the chronic illnesses associated with a higher risk of thrombosis such as obesity. 

What is normal clotting? What causes abnormal blood clots, and what are the risk factors for venous thromboembolism? Tune in to find out

In this episode, Dr. Yazan explains what thrombosis means and what a blood clot is, going into the different types of blood clots, as well their symptoms that are important to recognize.