The Healthy Doc Podcast

Episode 8: Dr. David Filsoof

Dr. Nigma Talib

Rethinking Heart Health with Dr. David Filsoof

In this episode, Dr. Nigma sits down with renowned Beverly Hills cardiologist and Juilliard-trained pianist Dr. David Filsoof to break down the truth about heart health—from clinical risks to emotional roots.

They explore the limits of conventional cardiology, the power of lifestyle and lab work, and the role of intuition in patient care. From COVID-related cardiovascular issues to supplement myths, this conversation is packed with insight, honesty, and heart.

🫀 If you want to prevent burnout, support longevity, and treat your heart like it matters—this one’s for you.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro: Why heart disease is still the #1 killer
01:40 – Meet Dr. Filsoof: Juilliard to Mayo Clinic to Beverly Hills
03:00 – What drew him to cardiology and not ENT surgery
06:00 – Why heart health is misunderstood—especially in women
10:00 – Cardiovascular screening, early inflammation, and burnout
18:50 – Industry pressure: quotas, prescriptions, and ethical practice
20:00 – Endothelial dysfunction and arterial plaque 101
25:00 – The supplement vs. pharmaceutical dilemma
28:00 – Why methylated vitamins matter—and most don’t know it
35:50 – His controversial rule: “I won’t see a husband unless the wife gets checked too”
37:00 – Long COVID, vaccine injury, and what Dr. Filsoof sees in practice
40:00 – How Dr. Nigma’s protocols have helped his long-COVID patients
43:00 – Personalized medicine, patient relationships, and real healing
46:00 – Hyperbaric oxygen, home health tools, and proactive care
47:00 – Love languages, acts of service, and how doctors show up
50:00 – Where to find Dr. Filsoof and how to access his clinic

Follow Dr. David Filsoof:
Instagram: @beverlyhillscardiovascular.com & @dfilsoof
Website: www.beverlyhillscardiovascular.com

Follow Dr. Nigma:
Instagram: @drnigmatalib
Podcast Instagram: @thehealthydocpod
Facebook: nigma.talib
Website: www.healthydoc.com