CardiOhio Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ohio Chapter of the American College of Cardiology
The CardioOhio podcast brings you fascinating interviews with local cardiovascular experts, with the goal of providing practical insights on timely topics in cardiology. It is a production of the Ohio Chapter of the American College of Cardiology. Our mission is to serve as the professional home for cardiovascular team members and to optimize cardiovascular health in Ohio.
Join our guests, Drs. Matthew Tong and Subha Raman, both imaging specialists in Central Ohio, as we review the current state of cardiovascular MRI imaging- including common indications, patient selection, and specific scenarios such as device patients. They offer tips for the cardiac practiitoner for ordering studies and interpreting the results in clinical context.
For more information, see:
SCMR Registry: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38971501/
30-minute CMR exam: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35232470/
CMR Guideline/Position Statement hub: https://scmr.org/publications/scmr-guidelines-position-statements/
CMR facility and training center hub: https://scmr.org/directory/
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Join us as we welcome back our most popular guest, Dr. Heather Gornik, co-director of the Vascular Center at University Hospitals of Cleveland, as we discuss her role as the lead author of the 2024 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Management of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease, including a review of key points from the guidelines.
For more information, see:
2024 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Management of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease, including ACC Guideline Hub and Guidelines At-a-Glance with top 10 takeaways.
AHA guideline hub, including slide set
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Join our special guest, Dr. Deirdre Mattina from Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital, for a review of the current state of peripartum hypertension. We review the current definitions, medical therapy, and lifestyle management, as well as discuss implications for future cardiovascular risk.
For more information:
ACC.org Postpartum Hypertension Clinic Development Toolkit
ACC Course: Cardio-Obstetrics Essentials: Team-Based Management of Cardiovascular Disease and Pregnancy
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Join our special guests, Drs. Kelsey Gray from Cleveland and Suzanne Bennett from Cincinnati, for a discussion on extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR). We review the rationale for extracorporeal support during CPR, the components of a successful ECPR program, and discuss initial outcomes with the strategy.
For more information:
Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Refractory Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials
The Minnesota mobile extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation consortium for treatment of out-of-hospital refractory ventricular fibrillation: Program description, performance, and outcomes
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Please join our special guest, Dr. Benjamin Romer from Ohio State University, as we address the current state of lipid therapy in both primary and secondary prevention patients. He addresses a practical approach to the issue of statin intolerance, then reviews the newer agents including ezetimide and bempedoic acid, as well as the newer percutaneous agents, with a focus on practical tips for implementation. We wrap up with a discussion on the role of coronary calcium scoring to guide therapeutic decisions in select patients.
For more information, see the 2022 ACC Expert Consensus Pathway on the role of Nonstatin Therapies.
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Join our special guests, Drs. Auroa Badin and Bradley Lander, as we discuss the case of an elite professional athlete found to have atrial fibrillation. We discuss the challenges regarding anticoagulation, medical therapy, and the role of monitoring for burden of arrhythmia in these patients. Finally we review the role of definitive ablation, including the shared decision making process.
For more information:
HRS expert consensus statement on arrhythmias in the athlete
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Join our special guests, Drs. Lauren Lastinger from Ohio State and Sharon Roble from OhioHealth, as we review common issues in Cardio-obstetrics for the cardiac practitioner. We will review pearls for managing common cardiovascular conditions during pregnancy, evaluation of cardiac symptoms during pregnancy, common medication pitfalls, and new concepts in peripartum cardiomyopathy.
For more information, see:
Lastinger et al :Diagnostic and Management Considerations in a High-Risk Pregnant Patient With Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Cardio-Obstetrics Essentials: Team-Based Management of Cardiovascular Disease and Pregnancy (ACC course)
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Please join our special guest Dr. Ian Neeland from University Hospitals in Cleveland, to discuss the intersection of obesity and cardiovascular disease, and specifically the roles of the new agents semaglutide and tirzepatide. We discuss the recent data on cardiovascular outcomes with these agents, assessing patient candidacy, and tips for initiating and monitoring therapy. We also reviewed the complementary role of bariatric surgery and pharmacotherapy to improve cardiac outcomes.
For more information, see the SELECT study.
For more information about the UH CINEMA program, click on this link.
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Join our host, Ohio-ACC President Dr. Kanny Grewal, and guests Drs. Ellen Sabik and Heather Gornik, both from University Hospitals of Cleveland, as they discuss the diagnosis and practical management of fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) - including clinical assessment, classification, screening and the role of imaging. They then review spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), including clinical assessment, diagnosis, and therapy.
For more information, see:
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection: JACC State-of-the-Art Review from the ACC.
2019 FMD International Consensus: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1358863X18821816?url_ver=Z39.88-2003𝔯_id=ori:rid:crossref.org𝔯_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed
AHA SCAD Scientific Statement
https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000564
Interesting case of identical twins with FMD
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1358863X18818317?url_ver=Z39.88-2003𝔯_id=ori:rid:crossref.org𝔯_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed
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Join our host, Ohio-ACC President Dr. Kanny Grewal, and guests Drs. Ankit Bhatia and Gregory F. Egnaczyk, both from The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, as they discuss the practical management of acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) - including clinical assessment, classification, acute therapies, candidacy for advanced therapies. They then review the current clinical role for left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) including patient selection and current outcomes.
For more information, see Durable Mechanical Circulatory Support: A JACC Scientific Statement from the ACC.
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Join a roundtable with two prominent Central Ohio electrophysiologists, Dr. Ralph Augostini from Ohio State, and Dr. Anish Amin from OhioHealth, as they discuss current practices, controversies, and management strategies for patients with atrial fibrillation. They address risk factor management, the rationale for early rhythm control, and the role of left atrial appendage exclusion in these challenging patients.
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Al Waldo, master clinician, educator, researcher and mentor.
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In episode 15 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we focus on the role of the cardiovascular team to create innovative programs, and improve patient access and outcomes. We are joined by Andrea Robinson, CNP at OhioHealth and current CV Team liaison for the Ohio ACC Chapter, as well as Kelly Bartsch, PharmD, a Specialty Practice Pharmacist at The Ohio State University. We discussed several innovative programs led by the CV team, including a unique walk in ambulatory clinic for atrial fibrillation.
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In episode 14 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we interview a legendary clinician, teacher and trialist in American Cardiology, Dr. Steve Nissen from the Cleveland Clinic.
We review his contributions to contemporary trials and lipids and diabetes, as well as his analytic approach to reviewing clinical studies. We then discuss his most recent contribution to the field of lipid therapy, the CLEAR outcomes study published earlier this year.
For additional information on the discussed studies:
Effect of rosiglitazone on the risk of myocardial infarction and death from cardiovascular causes
Bempedoic Acid and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Statin-Intolerant Patients (CLEAR outcomes study)
Bempedoic Acid for Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Events in Statin-Intolerant Patients
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In episode 13 of the CardiOhio Podcast, we learn about a newly emerging risk factor for cardiovascular disease, air pollution, from a local expert, Dr. Sadeer Al-Kindi from University Hospitals in Cleveland. We review the sources of air pollution in both westernized and developing countries, discuss the evidence for a causative role in development of cardiovascular disease, as well as potential pathophysiologic mechanisms. We conclude by discussing strategies to mitigate risk both at the societal and individual levels.
For more information:
Air Pollution and Cardiovascular Disease: JACC State-of-the-Art-Review
The "Heart" of Environmental Justice
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Join our host, Drs. Ben Alencherry and Andrew Hornick, along with Ohio-ACC President Dr. Kanny Grewal, clinical cardiologist from OhioHealth Riverside Hospital, as they discuss the practical use of high-sensitivity troponin assays. They review the key differences of the new assays, their role in diagnosis and risk stratification, and tips for transitioning from prior assays.
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For more information, see the 2019 Scientific Expert Panel for Transitioning to High-sensitivity Troponin from ACC.
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Join our special guest, Dr. Laxmi Mehta, professor in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, director of the Lipid Clinics and section director of Preventative Cardiology and Women’s Cardiovascular Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. We discuss her contributions to our understanding of physician burnout and maximizing provider wellness. We also discussed her newly appointed role as the Chief Wellness Officer for The Ohio State University Medical Campus.
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For more information, see the following:
2022 ACC Health Policy Statement on Career Flexibility in Cardiology
2022 ACC Health Policy Statement on Building Respect, Civility, and Inclusion in the Cardiovascular Workplace
The Imperative of Addressing Clinician Well-Being (JACC 2020)
Prevalence and Professional Impact of Mental Health Conditions Among Cardiologists (JACC 2023)
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Join our special guest, Dr. Phil Barger, Director of Adult Congenital Heart Disease at University Hospitals of Cleveland, for a practical discussion of management of adults with congenital heart disease, including tips on transitioning to adult providers, recognizing common complications in adult CHD patients, and co-management with adult cardiovascular providers.
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For more information, see the 2018 Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) guideline from ACC and AHA.
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Join our special guest, Dr. Sagar Kalahasti from The Cleveland Clinic, for a practical overview of the recently published 2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease. Dr. Kalahasti, who was a co-author of the document, reviews practical tips for diagnosis, imaging, medical management, and genetic testing in common aortic disorders, as well his experience contributing to the guidelines.
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For more information, see the full 2022 guidelines, or this summary document of key points.
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Join our special guest, Dr. Santosh Menon from Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, for a practical discussion on the incidence, clinical presentation, and management of heart disease in South Asian populations. We discuss possible mechanisms for the high observed incidence of CVD, the role of screening, and practical management tips for therapy and lifestyle modification. Please subscribe to receive updated episodes automatically! Visit https://www.ohioacc.org/cardiohio-podcast/.
For more information, see the AHA Clinical Statement on Heart Disease in South Asians, as well as the MASALA study website.
Join our special guest, Dr. Jagadish Khanagavi from the University of Cincinnati, for a practical discussion on the use of anti-platelets following PCI. We review current guidelines for the choice of agent, duration, and discontinuation of antiplatelet therapy, with special focus on patient-centered decision-making. We also address the need to interrupt anticoagulation on an urgent basis, and the use of concomitant anticoagulation. This is a practical discussion with real world practice tips. Please subscribe to receive updated episodes automatically! More information at https://www.ohioacc.org/cardiohio-podcast/.
Join us as we continue our discussion with Dr. Milind Y. Desai, an authority on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and lead author of the highly touted VALOR-HCM study presented at ACC.22. In this second of two parts, we discuss patient management, including the role of new agents. Please subscribe to receive updated episodes automatically! More information at https://www.ohioacc.org/cardiohio-podcast/.
Join us for a discussion with Dr. Milind Y. Desai, an authority on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and lead author of the the highly touted VALOR-HCM study presented at ACC 2021 in April. We are also joined by HCM advocate Mike Papale. In this first of 2 parts, we discuss the patient perspective, and pearls from Dr. Desai on the clinical manifestations and role of diagnostic testing. Please look out for part 2 soon, when we will discuss patient management including the role of new agents. Please subscribe to receive updated episodes automatically! More information at ohioacc.org.
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Join our guests Ben Alencherry, MD, Joseph Pietrolungo, DO, FACC, andAndrea Robinson, MSN, ACNP, AACC as they recap key points from the 2022 Spring Summit of the Ohio-ACC Chapter. They cover device selection for left atrial appendage closure, an overview of cardiac amyloidosis, and a review of the top five clinical trials from 2021.
Join experts Dr. Michael Emery from the Cleveland Clinic and Dr. Simon Lee from Nationwide Children's Hospital as they address common clinical scenarios in athletes of all ages - including post-COVID return to play, dizziness and syncope, and chest pain. Pearls in history taking and testing strategies are reviewed. They also address the incidence and treatment of atrial fibrillation in athletes.
Guests: Michael Emery, MD, FACC and Simon Lee, MD, FACC
Host: Kanny Grewal, MD, FACC, President, Ohio-ACC
Reference: 2022 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Cardiovascular Sequelae of COVID-19 in Adults
Guests: Lindsay Castle, DO and Kenneth Varian, MD, PhD
Host: Kanny Grewal, MD, FACC, President, Ohio-ACC
Reference: ACC Guideline Hub for Heart Failure
Guests: Dennis Calnon, MD, FACC and Paul Cremer, MD
Host: Kanny Grewal, MD, FACC, President, Ohio-ACC