Aortic Regurgitation: Beyond the Valve

Guest: Vidhu Anand, M.B.B.S.

Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.

In this episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” Dr. Klarich and Dr. Anand discuss evolving approaches to assessing left ventricular remodeling in chronic aortic regurgitation. Dr. Vidhu Anand discusses research showing that LV volumes, global longitudinal strain, and myocardial fibrosis can detect dysfunction earlier than traditional guideline thresholds. Listeners can expect to better understand the role of multimodality imaging, extra valvular involvement, and practical steps echocardiographers can take to optimize AR assessment. 

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Please reference Dr. Anand's research article(s) here:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39545891/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33253815/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39218370/

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Presentation, Evaluation, and Management of Premature Ventricular Contractions

Guest: Alan M. Sugrue, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O.

Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.

In this episode, Dr. Anthony Kashou and Dr. Alan Sugrue cover a practical, evidence-based approach to premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), from incidental findings to high-burden, high-risk presentations. Listeners will gain tools to differentiate benign from pathologic PVCs, understand when to monitor versus refer, and recognize the role of catheter ablation in improving outcomes.

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Tricuspid Regurgitation: New Insights and Implications for Clinical Practice

Guest: Vidhu Anand, M.B.B.S.

Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.

This episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” explores new insights into tricuspid regurgitation and its implications for clinical practice. Dr. Vidhu Anand discusses the dynamic nature of TR, its impact on prognosis, and the importance of close monitoring even when the condition appears to improve. The conversation highlights evolving guideline considerations, patient risk stratification, and how AI and machine learning may soon support earlier, more personalized interventions. Listeners will gain practical takeaways on when to escalate care and how to optimize long-term outcomes for TR patients.

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Cardiovascular Diet Myths

Guest: Stephen Kopecky, M.D.

Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.

Since 2018, Trans-Fats are prohibited from being a food additive in the US. In this episode of “Interviews With the Experts,” Dr. Stephen Kopecky discussed how trans fats are still in our food, just not as much as pre-2018, and the main sources of trans fat are ultra-processed foods. Listeners will learn what foods scan raise your blood cholesterol (LDL-C) levels, increase heart attack risk, accelerate the aging process, and slow the aging process.

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Evolving Treatment Landscape in Transthyretin Cardiac Amyloidosis

Guest: Rosalyn Adigun, M.D., Pharm.D.

Host: S. Allen Luis, M.B.B.S., Ph.D.

In this episode of Mayo Clinic’s “Interviews With the Experts,” Dr. Allen Luis interviews Dr. Rosalyn Adigun on transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis. Listeners will come away with a detailed overview of the evolution of treatment options for patient diagnosed with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, highlighting historical perspectives, early registration studies, current treatment options, and an outlook on future directions in the management of transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis.

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Radiation Therapy and its Effect on the Heart and Cardiac Devices

Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S.

Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.

Mayo Clinic electrophysiologist Dr. Nicholas Tan joins Dr. Anthony Kashou on this episode of “ECG Making Waves” to discuss how radiation therapy can impact the heart and heart rhythm. After listening to this podcast, listeners will have developed awareness of the complexities behind managing cardiac devices in cancer patients.

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When to Consider Intervention for Peripheral Arterial Disease

Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

Although optimal medical therapy is key to decrease the risk of major adverse cardiac events in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD), lower extremity arterial revascularization also plays an important role in management of symptoms and prevention of amputation. Thus, it is important to recognize the optimal timing for patient to be referred for lower extremity arterial revascularization. This podcast will discuss when patients with established PAD should be considered for peripheral revascularization.

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Heart Healthy Diet: How to Evaluate Your Patients

Guest: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D.

Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.

Nutrition counseling plays a vital role in cardiovascular care, and even brief conversations can make a meaningful impact. Rapid dietary screeners offer a practical way to assess how heart healthy a patient’s eating pattern is, helping providers initiate valuable discussions. While no single cardioprotective diet stands above the rest, emphasizing reduced intake of ultra-processed foods and ensuring adequate protein—primarily from plant-based sources and lean animal proteins like poultry, fish, and seafood—can support heart health. These dietary priorities become especially important in later life stages, when maintaining lean muscle mass is critical to reducing risks of frailty, morbidity, and mortality.

Easily check your diet with mini-eat.org as discussed by Dr. Lara-Breitinger and Dr. Kopecky! 

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2024 Peripheral Arterial Guidelines: What’s New

Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

The new iteration of ACC/AHA/AACVPR/APMA/ABC/SCAI/SVM/SVN/SVS/SIR/VESS Guideline for the Management of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease came out in 2024, providing multiple new recommendations for the management of lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD) as compared to the 2016 PAD Guideline. These recommendations were made in light of multiple new trials since the prior guideline, including use of antiplatelet and antithrombotic therapy, lipid-lowering therapy and structured exercise therapy. For the first time, these guidelines also underscore the importance of health disparities in PAD. This podcast will highlight these new recommendations with focus on prevention of adverse events in patients with PAD. 

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Patients Struggling With SVT/AVNRT and Catheter Ablation

Guest: Christopher DeSimone, M.D., Ph.D.

Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.

In this episode, Dr. Anthony Kashou and Dr. Christopher DeSimone dive into the challenges patients face with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT). They explore treatment options ranging from medications to catheter ablation, highlighting how these approaches aim to improve quality of life. Listeners will learn what to expect during an ablation procedure, including safety, anesthesia, and risks. Most importantly, they discuss how patients can feel empowered to make informed decisions about their care and reclaim confidence in their health. 

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