In this HealthspanMD AMA episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, answers practical questions about preventive cardiology and personalized health. The conversation covers how different cardiovascular imaging tests are used, when statins and alternative cholesterol medications may make sense, plant sterol absorption, hormone replacement therapy, the role of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence in healthcare, and how GLP 1 medications may affect cardiovascular and metabolic health. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Hurst explains why the right strategy depends on understanding an individual’s specific risks rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. 
Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, is a cardiologist focused on preventive care and personalized cardiovascular risk reduction. Drawing on his clinical experience, including his previous work at Mayo Clinic, he approaches medications, diagnostics, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions as tools that should be selected according to the individual patient’s risks, goals, preferences, and desired outcomes. At HealthspanMD, that philosophy extends beyond cardiovascular disease to a collaborative approach focused on improving long-term healthspan. 
KEY TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Preventive care questions covered in this AMA
02:18 What a coronary calcium score can and cannot tell you
04:38 Stress tests, CT angiograms, and identifying heart disease
06:56 Statins, cholesterol treatment, and personalized prevention
09:12 Combining statins with PCSK9 medications
11:32 Plant sterol absorption and unexpected artery disease
13:52 Hormone replacement therapy and cardiovascular health
16:07 Using ChatGPT and AI for preventive healthcare
18:29 GLP-1 medications for heart and metabolic health
20:52 Who may benefit from GLP-1 medications and closing thoughts
 
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.
 
*Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/
👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd
👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/
👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608
 
🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life 
At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. 
 
🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com. 
📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

In this HealthspanMD AMA episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, answers practical questions about preventive cardiology and personalized health. The conversation covers how different cardiovascular imaging tests are used, when statins and alternative cholesterol medications may make sense, plant sterol absorption, hormone replacement therapy, the role of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence in healthcare, and how GLP 1 medications may affect cardiovascular and metabolic health. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Hurst explains why the right strategy depends on understanding an individual’s specific risks rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, is a cardiologist focused on preventive care and personalized cardiovascular risk reduction. Drawing on his clinical experience, including his previous work at Mayo Clinic, he approaches medications, diagnostics, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions as tools that should be selected according to the individual patient’s risks, goals, preferences, and desired outcomes. At HealthspanMD, that philosophy extends beyond cardiovascular disease to a collaborative approach focused on improving long-term healthspan. KEY TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Preventive care questions covered in this AMA 02:18 What a coronary calcium score can and cannot tell you 04:38 Stress tests, CT angiograms, and identifying heart disease 06:56 Statins, cholesterol treatment, and personalized prevention 09:12 Combining statins with PCSK9 medications 11:32 Plant sterol absorption and unexpected artery disease 13:52 Hormone replacement therapy and cardiovascular health 16:07 Using ChatGPT and AI for preventive healthcare 18:29 GLP-1 medications for heart and metabolic health 20:52 Who may benefit from GLP-1 medications and closing thoughts This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor. *Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* : 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd 👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608 🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. 🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com. 📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

In this HealthspanMD AMA episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, answers practical questions about preventive cardiology and personalized health. The conversation covers how different cardiovascular imaging tests are used, when statins and alternative cholesterol medications may make sense, plant sterol absorption, hormone replacement therapy, the role of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence in healthcare, and how GLP 1 medications may affect cardiovascular and metabolic health. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Hurst explains why the right strategy depends on understanding an individual’s specific risks rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. 
Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, is a cardiologist focused on preventive care and personalized cardiovascular risk reduction. Drawing on his clinical experience, including his previous work at Mayo Clinic, he approaches medications, diagnostics, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions as tools that should be selected according to the individual patient’s risks, goals, preferences, and desired outcomes. At HealthspanMD, that philosophy extends beyond cardiovascular disease to a collaborative approach focused on improving long-term healthspan. 
KEY TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Preventive care questions covered in this AMA
02:18 What a coronary calcium score can and cannot tell you
04:38 Stress tests, CT angiograms, and identifying heart disease
06:56 Statins, cholesterol treatment, and personalized prevention
09:12 Combining statins with PCSK9 medications
11:32 Plant sterol absorption and unexpected artery disease
13:52 Hormone replacement therapy and cardiovascular health
16:07 Using ChatGPT and AI for preventive healthcare
18:29 GLP-1 medications for heart and metabolic health
20:52 Who may benefit from GLP-1 medications and closing thoughts
&nbsp;
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.
&nbsp;
*Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/
👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd
👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/
👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608
&nbsp;
🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life&nbsp;
At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com.&nbsp;
📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

AMA #1 - Statins GLP 1s and Best Tests for Heart Disease Prevention with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE

In this episode, you'll hear:
<ul>
<li>The latest science on preventing Alzheimer’s, and why dementia may be more preventable than you think</li>
<li>The critical overlap between heart health and brain health, and how “multi-disease risk reduction” works</li>
<li>The real role of the APOE gene, what genetic testing can (and can’t) tell you, and actionable steps if you carry risk markers</li>
<li>A nuanced look at new Alzheimer’s blood tests: who should get them, and what to consider before you do</li>
</ul>
Dr. Dani Cabral, an Ivy League-trained neurologist and psychiatrist, joins Dr. Robert Todd Hurst to share proactive strategies for maintaining sharp cognition for life. Discover why hope is warranted, how lifestyle changes can dramatically alter your risk, and the importance of social connection on both brain and heart health.
Connect with Dr. Dani Cabral here :  
👉Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/drdanibrainlove/'>https://www.instagram.com/drdanibrainlove/</a> 
👉LinkedIn:  <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-cabral-md'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-cabral-md</a> 
👉Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/DrDaniBrainLove'>https://www.facebook.com/DrDaniBrainLove</a> 
👉YouTube Channel: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@DrDaniCabral'>https://www.youtube.com/@DrDaniCabral</a> 
👉Website: <a href='https://mybrainlove.com/'>https://mybrainlove.com/</a>
Connect with HealthspanMD: 
👉 <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/'>https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/</a> 
👉 <a href='https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd'>https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd</a> 
👉 <a href='https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/'>https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/</a> 
👉 <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909'>https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909</a> 
👉 <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608'>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608</a>
About Dr. Robert Todd Hurst 
Dr. Hurst is a Mayo Clinic–trained preventive cardiologist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients prevent and reverse heart disease. His mission is simple:No one should die of a heart attack ever. Through advanced testing, personalized care, and a team-based approach, HealthspanMD helps patients uncover hidden risks to avoid heart attacks and create a plan to live longer, stronger, and healthier.
**Heart Disease Doesn’t Have to Decide Your Future. 
Partner with Dr. Hurst and the HealthspanMD team to identify the root causes of your disease and build a personalized strategy to stop its progression—and often reverse it.**Our members gain access to advanced cardiovascular testing, a dedicated medical team, and a proactive care model designed to protect their health, independence, and longevity.
Learn how patients reverse heart disease and avoid Heart Attacks by going to 👉 <a href='https://join.healthspanmd.com'>https://join.healthspanmd.com</a>.
Or Schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 <a href='https://join.healthspanmd.com/call'>https://join.healthspanmd.com/call</a>
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

In this episode, you'll hear: The latest science on preventing Alzheimer’s, and why dementia may be more preventable than you think The critical overlap between heart health and brain health, and how “multi-disease risk reduction” works The real role of the APOE gene, what genetic testing can (and can’t) tell you, and actionable steps if you carry risk markers A nuanced look at new Alzheimer’s blood tests: who should get them, and what to consider before you do Dr. Dani Cabral, an Ivy League-trained neurologist and psychiatrist, joins Dr. Robert Todd Hurst to share proactive strategies for maintaining sharp cognition for life. Discover why hope is warranted, how lifestyle changes can dramatically alter your risk, and the importance of social connection on both brain and heart health. Connect with Dr. Dani Cabral here : 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdanibrainlove/ 👉LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-cabral-md 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaniBrainLove 👉YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDaniCabral 👉Website: https://mybrainlove.com/ Connect with HealthspanMD: 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd 👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608 About Dr. Robert Todd Hurst Dr. Hurst is a Mayo Clinic–trained preventive cardiologist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients prevent and reverse heart disease. His mission is simple:No one should die of a heart attack ever. Through advanced testing, personalized care, and a team-based approach, HealthspanMD helps patients uncover hidden risks to avoid heart attacks and create a plan to live longer, stronger, and healthier. **Heart Disease Doesn’t Have to Decide Your Future. Partner with Dr. Hurst and the HealthspanMD team to identify the root causes of your disease and build a personalized strategy to stop its progression—and often reverse it.**Our members gain access to advanced cardiovascular testing, a dedicated medical team, and a proactive care model designed to protect their health, independence, and longevity. Learn how patients reverse heart disease and avoid Heart Attacks by going to 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com. Or Schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

In this episode, you'll hear:
<ul>
<li>The latest science on preventing Alzheimer’s, and why dementia may be more preventable than you think</li>
<li>The critical overlap between heart health and brain health, and how “multi-disease risk reduction” works</li>
<li>The real role of the APOE gene, what genetic testing can (and can’t) tell you, and actionable steps if you carry risk markers</li>
<li>A nuanced look at new Alzheimer’s blood tests: who should get them, and what to consider before you do</li>
</ul>
Dr. Dani Cabral, an Ivy League-trained neurologist and psychiatrist, joins Dr. Robert Todd Hurst to share proactive strategies for maintaining sharp cognition for life. Discover why hope is warranted, how lifestyle changes can dramatically alter your risk, and the importance of social connection on both brain and heart health.
Connect with Dr. Dani Cabral here :&nbsp; 
👉Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drdanibrainlove/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/drdanibrainlove/</a> 
👉LinkedIn:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-cabral-md" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-cabral-md</a> 
👉Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrDaniBrainLove" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/DrDaniBrainLove</a> 
👉YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DrDaniCabral" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@DrDaniCabral</a> 
👉Website: <a href="https://mybrainlove.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://mybrainlove.com/</a>
Connect with HealthspanMD: 
👉 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/</a> 
👉 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd</a> 
👉 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/</a> 
👉 <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909</a> 
👉 <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608</a>
About Dr. Robert Todd Hurst 
Dr. Hurst is a Mayo Clinic–trained preventive cardiologist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients prevent and reverse heart disease. His mission is simple:No one should die of a heart attack ever. Through advanced testing, personalized care, and a team-based approach, HealthspanMD helps patients uncover hidden risks to avoid heart attacks and create a plan to live longer, stronger, and healthier.
**Heart Disease Doesn’t Have to Decide Your Future. 
Partner with Dr. Hurst and the HealthspanMD team to identify the root causes of your disease and build a personalized strategy to stop its progression—and often reverse it.**Our members gain access to advanced cardiovascular testing, a dedicated medical team, and a proactive care model designed to protect their health, independence, and longevity.
Learn how patients reverse heart disease and avoid Heart Attacks by going to 👉 <a href="https://join.healthspanmd.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://join.healthspanmd.com</a>.
Or Schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 <a href="https://join.healthspanmd.com/call" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://join.healthspanmd.com/call</a>
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

Personalized Prevention Fighting Memory Loss with Dani Cabral, MD

Can you really reverse heart artery disease?
In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, shares the remarkable story of a HealthspanMD member who thought he was doing everything right. Despite taking a statin, maintaining healthy blood pressure, staying active, and keeping his blood sugar under control, advanced imaging revealed he was still accumulating dangerous soft plaque in his coronary arteries. Dr. Hurst explains how plaque composition analysis works, why traditional cholesterol targets may not be enough for some people, and what happened when they implemented a more personalized strategy focused on achieving exceptional cardiovascular results.
Today's guest is a HealthspanMD member with a strong family history of heart disease who was committed to protecting his heart health. After advanced CT angiography revealed significant soft plaque progression despite years of following conventional recommendations, he partnered with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, and the HealthspanMD team to take a more proactive, personalized approach. One year later, his results demonstrated what may be possible when root causes are identified and risk factors are optimized.
Key Timestamps
00:03 – The patient's frustration despite doing everything "right."
00:45 – Understanding CT angiography and plaque composition analysis
01:32 – The concerning findings revealed by advanced imaging
02:15 – Why LDL goals below traditional guidelines may matter
03:00 – The strategy used to aggressively lower ApoB and LDL cholesterol
03:25 – One year later: the repeat CT angiogram results
03:45 – Soft plaque volume cut by more than half
04:00 – Low attenuation plaque reduced to zero
04:25 – What Dr. Hurst is seeing in patients with repeat plaque analysis testing
05:00 – Why guideline cholesterol targets may not be enough for everyone
05:35 – The seven root causes of coronary artery disease
06:05 – Lowering the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and dementia
06:45 – Can soft plaque disappear completely over time?
07:15 – Why proactive, personalized healthcare produces better outcomes
08:00 – The HealthspanMD philosophy for preventing and reversing heart disease
Topics Discussed
<ul>
<li>Reversing coronary artery disease</li>
<li>Soft plaque vs calcified plaque</li>
<li>CT angiography with plaque composition analysis</li>
<li>ApoB and LDL cholesterol targets</li>
<li>Coronary artery disease prevention</li>
<li>Personalized cardiovascular medicine</li>
<li>Root causes of heart disease</li>
<li>Plaque regression</li>
<li>Heart attack prevention</li>
<li>Healthspan-focused healthcare</li>
</ul>

 
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.
 
*Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/
👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd
👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/
👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608
 
🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life 
At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. 
 
🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com. 
📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

Can you really reverse heart artery disease? In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, shares the remarkable story of a HealthspanMD member who thought he was doing everything right. Despite taking a statin, maintaining healthy blood pressure, staying active, and keeping his blood sugar under control, advanced imaging revealed he was still accumulating dangerous soft plaque in his coronary arteries. Dr. Hurst explains how plaque composition analysis works, why traditional cholesterol targets may not be enough for some people, and what happened when they implemented a more personalized strategy focused on achieving exceptional cardiovascular results. Today's guest is a HealthspanMD member with a strong family history of heart disease who was committed to protecting his heart health. After advanced CT angiography revealed significant soft plaque progression despite years of following conventional recommendations, he partnered with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, and the HealthspanMD team to take a more proactive, personalized approach. One year later, his results demonstrated what may be possible when root causes are identified and risk factors are optimized. Key Timestamps 00:03 – The patient's frustration despite doing everything "right." 00:45 – Understanding CT angiography and plaque composition analysis 01:32 – The concerning findings revealed by advanced imaging 02:15 – Why LDL goals below traditional guidelines may matter 03:00 – The strategy used to aggressively lower ApoB and LDL cholesterol 03:25 – One year later: the repeat CT angiogram results 03:45 – Soft plaque volume cut by more than half 04:00 – Low attenuation plaque reduced to zero 04:25 – What Dr. Hurst is seeing in patients with repeat plaque analysis testing 05:00 – Why guideline cholesterol targets may not be enough for everyone 05:35 – The seven root causes of coronary artery disease 06:05 – Lowering the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and dementia 06:45 – Can soft plaque disappear completely over time? 07:15 – Why proactive, personalized healthcare produces better outcomes 08:00 – The HealthspanMD philosophy for preventing and reversing heart disease Topics Discussed Reversing coronary artery disease Soft plaque vs calcified plaque CT angiography with plaque composition analysis ApoB and LDL cholesterol targets Coronary artery disease prevention Personalized cardiovascular medicine Root causes of heart disease Plaque regression Heart attack prevention Healthspan-focused healthcare This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor. *Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* : 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd 👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/ 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608 🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. 🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com. 📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

Can you really reverse heart artery disease?
In this episode, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, shares the remarkable story of a HealthspanMD member who thought he was doing everything right. Despite taking a statin, maintaining healthy blood pressure, staying active, and keeping his blood sugar under control, advanced imaging revealed he was still accumulating dangerous soft plaque in his coronary arteries. Dr. Hurst explains how plaque composition analysis works, why traditional cholesterol targets may not be enough for some people, and what happened when they implemented a more personalized strategy focused on achieving exceptional cardiovascular results.
Today's guest is a HealthspanMD member with a strong family history of heart disease who was committed to protecting his heart health. After advanced CT angiography revealed significant soft plaque progression despite years of following conventional recommendations, he partnered with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE, and the HealthspanMD team to take a more proactive, personalized approach. One year later, his results demonstrated what may be possible when root causes are identified and risk factors are optimized.
Key Timestamps
00:03 – The patient's frustration despite doing everything "right."
00:45 – Understanding CT angiography and plaque composition analysis
01:32 – The concerning findings revealed by advanced imaging
02:15 – Why LDL goals below traditional guidelines may matter
03:00 – The strategy used to aggressively lower ApoB and LDL cholesterol
03:25 – One year later: the repeat CT angiogram results
03:45 – Soft plaque volume cut by more than half
04:00 – Low attenuation plaque reduced to zero
04:25 – What Dr. Hurst is seeing in patients with repeat plaque analysis testing
05:00 – Why guideline cholesterol targets may not be enough for everyone
05:35 – The seven root causes of coronary artery disease
06:05 – Lowering the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and dementia
06:45 – Can soft plaque disappear completely over time?
07:15 – Why proactive, personalized healthcare produces better outcomes
08:00 – The HealthspanMD philosophy for preventing and reversing heart disease
Topics Discussed
<ul>
<li>Reversing coronary artery disease</li>
<li>Soft plaque vs calcified plaque</li>
<li>CT angiography with plaque composition analysis</li>
<li>ApoB and LDL cholesterol targets</li>
<li>Coronary artery disease prevention</li>
<li>Personalized cardiovascular medicine</li>
<li>Root causes of heart disease</li>
<li>Plaque regression</li>
<li>Heart attack prevention</li>
<li>Healthspan-focused healthcare</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.
&nbsp;
*Connect* *with* *HealthspanMD* :
👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/
👉 https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd
👉 https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/
👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/5KQuoWqKP2vTBu05ci6EQB?si=fdb033a52b674909
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-healthspan-podcast/id1680270608
&nbsp;
🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life&nbsp;
At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, and dementia.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com.&nbsp;
📅 Or schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call

What Causes Soft Plaque in Arteries and How To Reverse It

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions&nbsp;about your medical treatment&nbsp;without first&nbsp;talking to your doctor.

The Healthspan Podcast Trailer

For most of us, the truth is, our health isn’t what we want it to be. We do our best, but it’s a challenge these days. It’s no secret the world can be an unhealthy place and the result is that more than 60% of adults are sick with diseases like high blood pressure, unhealthy weight, high blood sugar, and heart disease. All of that disease is costing us. We are taking tons of medications - spending too much time in doctor’s offices and hospitals - and not living life to the fullest.

That’s why I started ”The Healthspan Podcast”. As a cardiologist with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand the power of lifestyle modification in treating and even reversing the chronic diseases that plague our society. In this podcast, we’ll delve deep into the world of preventive medicine, exploring evidence-based strategies to help you optimize your health, reclaim your vitality, and break free from the cycle of medications and doctor’s visits.

Each episode features insightful discussions with leading experts and inspiring stories from individuals who have successfully transformed their health through lifestyle changes. We’ll cover topics like nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep hygiene, and mental and emotional wellbeing. Our goal is to empower you with practical knowledge and actionable advice for your health journey.

Join me, Dr. R. Todd Hurst, MD, FASE, FACE, as we uncover the heart of the matter and embark on a journey towards better health and more vibrant life. Let’s cut through the noise and misinformation and, together, create a path to a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Subscribe now to The Healthspan Podcast and take the first step towards transforming your health and the quality of your life.

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For most of us, the truth is, our health isn’t what we want it to be. We do our best, but it’s a challenge these days. It’s no secret the world can be an unhealthy place and the result is that more than 60% of adults are sick with diseases like high blood pressure, unhealthy weight, high blood sugar, and heart disease. All of that disease is costing us. We are taking tons of medications - spending too much time in doctor’s offices and hospitals - and not living life to the fullest. That’s why I started ”The Healthspan Podcast”. As a cardiologist with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand the power of lifestyle modification in treating and even reversing the chronic diseases that plague our society. In this podcast, we’ll delve deep into the world of preventive medicine, exploring evidence-based strategies to help you optimize your health, reclaim your vitality, and break free from the cycle of medications and doctor’s visits. Each episode features insightful discussions with leading experts and inspiring stories from individuals who have successfully transformed their health through lifestyle changes. We’ll cover topics like nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep hygiene, and mental and emotional wellbeing. Our goal is to empower you with practical knowledge and actionable advice for your health journey. Join me, Dr. R. Todd Hurst, MD, FASE, FACE, as we uncover the heart of the matter and embark on a journey towards better health and more vibrant life. Let’s cut through the noise and misinformation and, together, create a path to a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Subscribe now to The Healthspan Podcast and take the first step towards transforming your health and the quality of your life.

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