Love Your Heart: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast
A Cleveland Clinic podcast to help you learn more about heart and vascular disease and conditions affecting your chest. We explore prevention, diagnostic tests, medical and surgical treatments, new innovations and more.
Episodes
291 episodes
Choosing a Heart Healthy Diet
Different diet plans have different benefits and down sides. Julia Zumpano, a Registered Dietician, talks about the differences between the ketogenic diet, the low carb diet, plant based diet and intermittent fasting. She also explains how to f...
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15:47
Is a Left Atrial Appendage Closure a Good Option to Prevent Stroke for People With Atrial Fibrillation?
Cleveland Clinic led a trial that found a left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) may be an effective alternative to taking blood thinners for those with atrial fibrillation. Walid Saliba, MD speaks with Oussama Wazni, MD, Section Head of Cardiac ...
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17:36
New Treatment for Lp(a) Bad Cholesterol
Elevated levels of Lipoprotein(a) cholesterol, or Lp(a), can increase the likelihood of cardiovascular disease. Steven Nissen, MD shares research on new drugs to treat Lp(a). Learn more about Lipoprotein(a).
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4:25
The Power of Cardiac Rehab
Cardiac rehabilitation has been shown to reduce the risk of hospital readmission and improve quality of life, with benefits that persist even years after completing the program. Erik Van Iterson, PHD, MS, MA describes how cardiac rehab can help...
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6:28
Medical Jargon and Clear Communication: Do You Understand?
Healthcare is filled with technical terms that need their own dictionary. Clear and concise language can ensure that patients understand what a provider is telling them. Natalie Salvatore, DNP, MBA, RN, a nurse in the Heart, Vascular and ...
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Should You Have More Than One Cardiologist?
Cardiology is the study and treatment of disorders of the heart and the blood vessels. Many doctors specialize in areas within cardiology such as electrophysiology, imaging and prevention. Karlee Hoffman, DO, a cardiologist who specialize...
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3:57
Advice for Women's Heart Health
Women have unique healthcare needs. Experts from the Women's Cardiovascular Center in the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic share their advice. Vi...
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8:16
Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health-Part 5- Atrial Fibrillation
In part five of this panel discussion, our heart doctors talk about risk factors and treatment options for atrial fibrillation.Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular...
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Mediterranean Style Eating For Heart Health
Julia Zumpano, a Registered Dietitian, explains the Mediterranean Diet, a way of eating that emphasizes plant-based foods and healthy fats. The Mediterranean Diet has been shown to lower your risk of heart disease, including heart attack and st...
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health - Part 4 - Aortic Dilation, Aneurysm & Dissection
In part four of this panel discussion, our heart doctors talk about when to watch and when to operate for women with aorta disease.Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular...
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5:28
Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health-Part 3 - Weight Loss & Hormone Replacement Therapy
In part three of this panel discussion, our heart doctors talk about their recommendations for the popular GLP-1 medications, weight loss and hormone replacement therapy.Meet our panelists: Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director...
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Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Health-Part 2 - Valve Disease
Learn what you’ve always wanted to know about women’s heart care, from risk prevention to unique symptoms to specialized treatment options. In part two of this panel discussion, our heart doctors answer: Minimally-invasive procedures vs. op...
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9:54
Ask The Heart Doctor: Women's Heart Disease and Surgery Part 1 - Coronary Heart Disease
Learn what you’ve always wanted to know about women’s heart care, from risk prevention to unique symptoms to specialized treatment options. In part one of this panel discussion, our heart doctors answer: What are diagnostic tests and treatment ...
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9:02
How Your Heart Surgeon Picks the Best Valve For You
Have you ever wondered how long a heart valve will last after it is repaired or replaced? Or how your surgeon decides what valve would be best for you? Dr. Tarek Malas and Dr. Xiaoying Lou answer these questions about considerations for valve s...
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9:15
A Surgeon's Guide to Heart Valve Health
There are four valves in your heart. Dr. Tarek Malas and Dr. Xiaoying Lou give an overview of how blood moves through your heart, what can go wrong with the valves, and when you may need surgery. Visit the Valve Center at Cleveland Clin...
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What is an Aortic Dissection?
The aorta is the body’s main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The aorta can have an aneurysm, a balloon-like bulge, or a dissection, when the aorta tears. Dr. Patrick Vargo describes these conditions and discuss...
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5:53
Your Questions About Cholesterol Answered
Cholesterol numbers are important because they help you know your risk for heart disease. Dr. Ashish Sarraju answers some common questions about cholesterol and your heart. Learn more about the Preventive Cardiology & Rehabilitation...
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9:42
Celebrating 2,400 Robotic Mitral Valve Surgeries
Since the 1950s, Cleveland Clinic has been a pioneer in heart care. Cleveland Clinic recently celebrated the completion of 2,400 robotic mitral valve surgeries. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surger...
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2:05
Robotically Assisted Coronary Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery is a surgical treatment for patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Traditionally, this procedure was done through a sternotomy where the breastbone was opened. Dr. Faisal Bakaeen and Dr. Tarek Malas talk abo...
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5:48
Cleveland Clinic: A Global Leader in Heart Surgery
As one of the largest integrated heart centers in the world, Cleveland Clinic has long been recognized as a global leader in cardiovascular care. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, describes ho...
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Facts About Heart Transplantation
Cleveland Clinic’s cardiac transplant program is one of the largest in the US and is the leading center in Ohio. Dr. Anthony Zaki, a cardiac surgeon who specializes in transplantation, talks about 5 interesting facts about heart transplantation...
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4:03
Can an App Help Your Heart Health?
Nutrition and diet apps are a great way to help track calories, weight and other health numbers. Cleveland Clinic health experts have designed a mobile app with the goal of promoting overall health and well-being. Julia Zumpano, a registered di...
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How to Choose the Best Place for Mitral Valve Surgery
There are many things to think about when you are told you need mitral valve surgery. There are questions to ask and finding answers can be confusing. Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chairman of the Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, a...
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5:05
Can Your Heart Recover From Cardiogenic Shock?
Cardiogenic shock is a serious condition that happens when your heart can’t pump enough blood to keep up with your body’s needs. Dr. Michael Tong gives an overview of devices that can help support your heart so it can recover. Cleveland Clinic ...
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