Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME

Role of Thrombophilia Testing in Venous Thromboembolism   Guest: Ana Casanegra, M.D., M.S. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   Thrombophilia testing identifies inherited or acquired conditions that increase the risk of abnormal blood clotting. Sometimes it can help us guide management decisions for patients, but who and when to test are key questions to address before making this decision.   Topics Discussed: What is thrombophilia, what is the difference with hypercoagulable states? Who should consider getting tested for thrombophilia, what does the testing process involve, and what to consider in preparation for it? How can the results of thrombophilia testing impact a person's medical management and lifestyle? Are there downsides of thrombophilia testing?   Easily check your diet with mini-eat.org as discussed by Dr. Lara-Breitinger and Dr. Kopecky!    Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode.   Podcast episode transcript found here.

Electrophysiology Considerations in Oncology Patients   Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   In today's episode of ECG Making Waves, Dr. Anthony Kashou interviews Dr. Nicholas Tan on how clinicians should consider electrophysiology in the patient with cancer. After listening to this episode, learners will understand the relationship between cancer and heart rhythm disorders, as well as begin to appreciate how cancer and arrhythmia treatments can interact.   Topics Discussed: Why are arrhythmias even relevant in cancer patients? What are some key arrhythmias associated with cancer or their therapies? What is a general approach towards managing arrhythmias in cancer patients? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Chronic Total Occlusion in 2025   Guest: Gregory Barsness, M.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.   Chronic (>3 months) complete epicardial coronary obstructive lesions, often referred to as CTOs, are recognized in a large minority of those referred for coronary angiography yet historically represent

Supplements for Cardiovascular Prevention   Guest: Lisa M. Gilman, APRN, C.N.P. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   Supplement use is a growing industry in which patients seek additional potential benefit of reducing disease burden and improving overall health.  This presentation will be an overview of supplements used to address cardiovascular disease prevention   Topics Discussed: Our patients will often inquire if there are any supplements that would help their heart health. How do you approach this topic? What supplements have been suggested to help improve cardiovascular health? Patients may ask, how do we know if we are purchasing a good supplement? Are there any other considerations to be thinking of to instruct our patients about supplements?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Role of Genetics in the Heart Failure Clinic   Guest: Naveen Pereira, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   Genetic testing for heart failure is most beneficial for patients with cardiomyopathies. It aids in personalized treatment, early diagnosis, and family risk assessment, although its uptake has been slow due to costs, access, and interpretation challenges. Ongoing research into genetic mutations and their role in cardiomyopathy pathophysiology could lead to new therapeutic targets and improved disease management.   Topics Discussed: Which patients with heart failure should get genetic testing? Why should genetic testing be performed? How is genetic testing performed? Why has there been a slow uptake in genetic testing for patients with cardiomyopathy?  And what are some possible solutions? Can genetics provide new insight into the pathophysiology of disease, specifically cardiomyopathies? Can this information then be used to help developed new therapeutic targets? What are some of the uncertainties in the field that research should be focused on?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

Assessing Recurrence Following Pulsed Field Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation   Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D., M.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   Pulsed field ablation has been rapidly adopted across the United States since FDA approval was granted 1 year ago, due to its excellent acute efficacy, favorable safety profile, and fast workflow. However, recurrences post-ablation are comparable to that of previously established modalities, making this a significant hurdle that has yet to be overcome. Changes to mapping/ablation strategies, updates to PFA parameters, autonomic modulation, and combination modality ablations (PFA/RFA) offer some avenues for improvement   Topics Discussed:  What is pulsed field ablation (PFA) and how does it differ from previously established modalities of ablation such as radiofrequency and cryoablation? What are the recurrence rates post-PFA and how do they compare with other modalities? In patients who undergo redo ablations following an index PFA procedure, what are the most common causes (i.e. reconnection of pulmonary veins versus new sites)? How do you think PFA will evolve in the coming years   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Hybrid Procedures Collaboration with Interventional Cardiology   Guest: Jason Anderson, M.D. Guest: Elizabeth Stephens, M.D., Ph.D. Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.   Increasingly, collaboration between interventional cardiology and congenital cardiac surgeons has been used to optimize care for patients with congenital heart disease. Multi-disciplinary care is key, and “hybrid” procedures can be part of that collaboration. Effective use of catheter-procedures can help decrease the number of cardiac operations for many patients and new technologies are continually being developed in this space.   Topics Discussed: What are “hybrid procedures” in cardiac surgery? What age and diagnoses of congenital heart disease patients are candidates for hybrid procedures? I've heard of the heart team approach or emphasis of multi-disciplinary approach at Mayo, what does that mean and is that important for parents and patients to look for? Can you discuss how you decide whether a surgical or catheter approach is better? A recent advancement is pulmonary flow regulators – can you explain what those are and how they have been used?    Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Interval Training – What Does the Science Tell Us About the Benefits Versus Continuous Activity   Guest: Amanda R. Bonikowske, Ph.D. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   Learners will gain insights into the health and fitness benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT). They will explore various approaches to HIIT and learn strategies for integrating it into a well-rounded exercise program. Additionally, the podcast will offer a concise overview of current research on the enjoyment of HIIT and how this knowledge can inform effective HIIT prescriptions.   Topics Discussed: What are the benefits of HIIT? What are the different approaches to HIIT? How can HIIT be incorporated into a comprehensive exercise program? What do we know about enjoyment of HIIT?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Secrets to Achieving CAD Regression   Guest: Stephen Kopecky, M.D. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   Coronary artery disease regression can occur in lipid rich plaque. Calcified and fibrotic plaque are essentially scars and cannot regress; however, they also are not associated with plaque rupture, which can lead to myocardial infarction. Studies with invasive angiography or CT angiography that have shown successful regression of CAD have addressed risk factors including hypertension, smoking, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes. They also address lifestyle, including healthy diet such as DASH or Mediterranean diet, regular physical activity, and stress mitigation.   Topics Discussed: Can all types of coronary plaque (calcified, fibrotic, lipid rich) regress? How can we assess coronary artery disease regression? What have studies told us the best way to achieve CAD regression?    Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode.   Podcast episode transcript found here.

Association Between COVID-19 Vaccination and Atrial Arrhythmias in Individuals with Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices   Guest: Malini Madhavan, M.B.B.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   In a study of over 7000 individuals with a cardiac implanted device in the Biotronik CERTITUDE registry, the burden of device detected AF was noted to be higher in the 3 months after covid vaccination compared to the 3 months preceding vaccination. A similar trend was observed for Influenza vaccinated individuals. However, when comparing a propensity matched group of controls without COVID vaccination, the trend towards increased burden of AF was similar in the 2 groups. This led the authors to conclude that the observed increase in AF burden represents the natural progression of AF risk rather than vaccine related changes.   Topics Discussed: The study of atrial fibrillation burden after COVID vaccination, including the conclusion. How the incidence of AF after COVID 19 vaccination compares to that after influenza vaccination. Other studies that have investigated arrhythmia occurrence after COVID vaccination. Safety for patients with cardiovascular disease to get vaccinated for COVID 19. References: https://www.heartrhythmjournal.com/article/S1547-5271(22)00914-6/fulltext https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jce.16372 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9175153/#:~:text=A%20total%20of%202611%20events,COVID%2D19%20vaccine%20doses%20administered Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Updates in Left Atrial Appendage Closure   Guest: Ammar Killu, M.B.B.S. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   In today's episode of “Interviews With the Experts, listeners will learn how to select patients that may benefit from left atrial appendage occlusion.  Listeners will understand the major differences between currently available commercial devices.    Topics Discussed: What is left atrial appendage closure? Who may benefit from left atrial appendage closure and is there expansion of indications? What devices are currently approved for LAA closure? Are there any newer devices on the horizon? What are the post device anticoagulation/ antithrombotic regimens?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Lifestyle Modification in the Setting of New Prevention Therapies   Guest: R. Scott Wright, M.D. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   Cardiovascular prevention has largely focused on new pharmaceutical therapies over the past several decades. Often overlooked are the critical roles of diet, exercise, sleep and other individual behaviors which underpin all of preventive measures for improved health. The podcast will discuss how busy clinicians can emphasize and incorporate these measures in their daily practices and lives.    Topics Discussed: Is diet still important? What is the best heart healthy diet? What are the benefits of a healthy diet outside of lipid lowering? How do new therapies work with good vs. poor dietary adherence?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

Latest Developments in the Treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension    Guest: Robert P. Frantz, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a serious disease manifested by vasoconstriction and obliteration of the pulmonary arterial vasculature resulting in rise in pulmonary artery pressure and resistance and culminating in right heart failure. Listeners will learn more about traditional treatments for PAH, as well as new anti-proliferative therapies in active clinical investigation, and what that means for the future of treatment.   Topics Discussed: What is most new and exciting in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension? What monitoring is necessary in order to safely use sotatercept? What future developments do you envision for the field of pulmonary hypertension?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Exploring New Frontiers in Rhythm Monitoring Technology   Guest: Suraj Kapa, M.D. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   After listening to this podcast, the learners will be able to confidently identify areas of advancement in cardiac rhythm monitoring. Additionally, listeners will learn specific areas of future research around technology to support the future of cardiac rhythm monitoring.   Topics Discussed:  What is new in technology to advance rhythm monitoring? What role is AI playing in rhythm monitoring? What are potential risks associated with these technological advances? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Updates from the 2024 ESC and AHA Scientific Statements on Cardiac Sarcoidosis   Guest: Leslie T. Cooper Jr., M.D. Host: Kyle W. Klarich, M.D.   Cardiac sarcoidosis is a systemic, chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by non-caseating, epithelioid cell granulomas that may involve many tissues and organs. The Heart Rhythm Society criteria for diagnosis of cardiac sarcoidosis require a biopsy-proven diagnosis of extra-cardiac sarcoidosis. If extra-cardiac sarcoidosis is confirmed, CS is highly probable when there is evidence of the following: (a) rhythm abnormalities in either ECG or Holter monitoring such as advanced AVB (Mobitz type II second-degree or third-degree AVB), sustained VT, and (b) LV dysfunction on echocardiography or CMR (LVEF

New RNA Therapies for Treatment of ASCVD, Prevention, and Dyslipidemia   Guest: R. Scott Wright, M.D. Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   RNA therapies are growing in number as targeted treatments for dyslipidemia including LDL-c, Lp(a) and Triglycerides. The podcast will explore the science behind these therapies, the evidence for safety and how clinicians can utilize them in their practices.    Topics Discussed: What are the new RNA therapies available or soon to be available? How are RNA based therapies being used? How do they compare to the COVID-19 vaccine? What is their effectiveness and side effect profile? Are there side effects or concerns?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Myocarditis: What's New in 2025   Guest: Leslie T. Cooper Jr., M.D. Host: Kyle W. Klarich, M.D.   After this episode of Mayo Clinic's cardiovascular podcast series “Interviews With the Experts,” the listener will be able to identify the novel 2024 ACC Expert Care Decision Pathway (ECDP) 4-stage classifications of myocarditis. Hear today's expert discuss pivotal tests in the diagnosis of myocarditis, such as cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging and endomyocardial biopsy (EMB) are considered. Finally, learn more about the indications for genetic testing for myocarditis in your patients.   Topics Discussed: What percentage of adult patients with myocarditis presenting as heart failure with reduced ejection fraction or ventricular arrhythmias have a pathogenic or likely pathogenic cardiomyopathic gene variant? Which of the following are criteria to consider endomyocardial biopsy in the setting of acute myocarditis? Identify Stage B myocarditis based on clinical presentation and testing.   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Post-Cardiac Ablation Atrial Arrhythmia Monitoring   Guest: Suraj Kapa, M.D. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.   In this episode of the segment "ECG Making Waves," the listener will learn to identify the right monitoring approach for a given patient's arrhythmia considerations around ablation. They will also learn how to list specific considerations when reviewing and interpreting post-ablation arrhythmia ECGs.   Topics Discussed: What specific aspects of the ECG and ECG monitoring are important to look for after cardiac ablation? How do you approach rhythm monitoring discussions with your patients after ablation? What are potential benefits and pitfalls of different monitoring approaches for atrial arrhythmias after ablation?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Lipid Drugs: Part 2   Guest: Alicia A. Mickow, APRN, C.N.P., M.S.N Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   In Part 2, we will explore potential side effects and barriers to prescribing these medications, considering various patient factors. If you missed Part 1 last week, we encourage you to listen to it first, as this episode serves as a continuation and conclusion of that discussion.   Topics Discussed: Side effects of these newer non-statin drugs Barriers to prescribing those drugs   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Lipid Drugs: Part 1   Guest: Alicia A. Mickow, APRN, C.N.P., M.S.N Host: Stephen L. Kopecky, M.D.   In Part 1 of this two-part series, listeners will learn the challenges of managing patients who are statin-intolerant, the range of available treatment options, alternative dosing schedules, and strategies for introducing newer medications. Stay tuned for Part 2, where they will examine the side effects of these newer drugs and barriers to prescribing them.   Topics Discussed: What are the non-stain medications available and how are they different from statins? How do you decide which medication to use when patients are statin intolerant?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Heart Lung Transplantation   Guest: Richard C. Daly, M.D. Guest: Philip J. Spencer, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   Heart lung transplantation is the transplant of the combined heart-lung organ bloc from a donor into a recipient who has end-stage disease of both the heart and the lungs.  This is often necessary because the disease in 1 of the organs (the heart or the lungs) caused the disease in the other organ system.  For example, pulmonary hypertension might cause gradual but irreversible right ventricular failure in the heart.  The prognosis after heart-lung transplantation is similar to patients who receive isolated lung transplantation.   Topics Discussed: Heart-lung transplantation and why it is unique.? Types of diseases that would require heart-lung transplantation. Prognosis after heart-lung transplantation compared to heart transplant and lung transplant survival. Immunologic advantages to block heart-lung transplantation.   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Mayo Clinic's Experience with Cardioneural Ablation   Guest: Guru Kowlgi, M.B.B.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, MD   After listening to this podcast, the learners will develop a fundamental understanding of cardioneural ablation, as well as which patients should be referred for the procedure. Additionally, they will get a sense of the outcomes of the cardioneural ablation program at Mayo Clinic.   Topics Discussed:  Give us a quick refresher of what cardioneural ablation is, and which patient is appropriate to be referred for cardioneural ablation? What is the history of cardioneural ablation? When did you start the cardioneural ablation program at Mayo Clinic? How many cases have you done? What are the outcomes in terms of syncope-free survival and are there any complications? What differentiates Mayo Clinic from other centers performing this procedure? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

Aortic Valve Prosthesis Selection   Guest: Kimberly Holst, M.D. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   In this podcast we will learn to identify patient specific factors to be considered during evaluation for aortic valve replacement including patient specific anatomy, comorbidities, and lifelong management of aortic valve disease. Learners will learn to identify advantages to mechanical and biologic prostheses for management of aortic valve disease and identify areas of developing technology and treatment options for aortic valve disease.   Topics Discussed: What are the main factors to consider when evaluating a patient for aortic valve replacement?  What patient specific factors that may make a patient less suitable for transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)? What are the advantages of each mechanical and biologic prostheses in treatment of aortic valve disease? What new technologies are available for management of aortic valve disease?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Current Nutritional Controversies- What is the Science Behind the Current Trends in Mainstream Media?   Guest: Professor Christopher Gardner, Ph.D. Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D.   From the perspective of both mainstream and social media, it can often seem that there is more controversy than consensus about nutrition topics such as seed oils and ultra processed foods. To the contrary, Christopher Gardner, a nutrition scientist and professor of medicine at Stanford University finds just the opposite, that there is more consensus. However, recognizing the consensus requires providing important context for nutrition issues – in particular, with what, and instead of what. Once that context is provided, many of the topics with seemingly intractable disagreements like seed oils and ultra processed foods can be addressed from a more pragmatic perspective that can help us all to follow a more cardioprotective dietary pattern that leads to longevity and an increased health span. Join us as Professor Gardner addresses these topics with a uniquely engaging blend of humor and evidence-based science on this week's podcast.   Topics Discussed: Discuss beef tallow vs. seed oil controversy. How did ultraprocessed foods become a dominant food source and how to win the battle against it? Keeping it simple and pragmatic for daily life- how do we follow a cardioprotective pattern that leads to longevity and increased health span?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!   No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Can CT Angiography Be Used to Track CAD Regression?   Guest: Eric Williamson, M.D. Host: Stephen Kopecky, M.D.   Listeners to this podcast will learn about the role of coronary CT angiography (CCTA) in preventative cardiology. CCTA enables early detection and characterization of coronary plaque before significant cardiovascular events occur. It non-invasively visualizes both calcified and non-calcified plaques, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of coronary artery health. These early insights can inform lifestyle modifications and targeted therapies, ultimately reducing the risk of heart disease.   Topics Discussed: What is the role of coronary CTA in the assessment of coronary atherosclerotic plaque? What recent technological advancements have occurred to improve the characterization of coronary plaque? How is AI playing a role in plaque assessment using CT? What future developments will advance our use of CT for plaque assessment in the near future?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Myth-Busting: Common Misconceptions About Dairy and Heart Health, Personalized Nutrition and Dairy, & Practical Tips for Heart-Healthy Dairy Consumption   Guest: Tara Schmidt, RDN, LD Guest: Jen Welper, Executive Chef Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D.   From encouraging full-fat dairy to avoiding dairy at all costs, the internet has a wide range of opinions and advice, expert and otherwise. Do the nutritional benefits outweigh the risks? Are there populations of people who should avoid it? Mayo Clinic experts dig into the research around dairy, associated health outcomes, and ways to healthfully incorporate it into one's daily intake.    Topics Discussed: How do you educate patients about LDL, cholesterol, and its relationship with dairy? What are some of the nutritional benefits of dairy? Should we be recommending that people replace cow milk with a plant-based alternative? There's a lot of talk of dairy causing inflammation. Is this true? Best ways to incorporate dairy, consider alternatives to prevent over-consumption, and also sneak it in recipes.   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

The Role of Saturated Fats in Dairy & Dairy Alternatives and Their Impact    Guest: Richard S. Bruno, Ph.D., RD. Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D.   The role of dairy foods—particularly full-fat varieties—in a healthy dietary pattern has been a subject of controversy for decades. Health recommendations have traditionally emphasized non-fat and low-fat dairy options to minimize energy (calorie) and saturated fat intake.   Topics Discussed: The challenges inherent in conducting food-based research. The controversial history of research on dairy foods. Emerging paradigm shifts in scientific evidence supporting the health benefits of dairy foods, including full-fat varieties. Practical considerations for incorporating this nutrient-rich, low-cost food matrix into a healthy dietary pattern to promote cardiometabolic health.     Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Antiplatelets After Stenting   Guest: Malcolm Bell, M.D. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   In this podcast, we discuss the rationale for shortening the duration of dual antiplatelet therapy after coronary stenting and continuing P2Y12 inhibitor in preference to continuing aspirin as monotherapy.  With this approach, the risk of significant bleeding is reduced significantly and with no corresponding increase in ischemic or thrombotic events.  This strategy is particularly attractive for patients who are considered to be at high-risk of bleeding or who suffer an actionable bleed. A P2Y12 inhibitor appears to more efficacious for long term secondary prevention than aspirin.   Topics Discussed: Changes in the use of dual antiplatelet therapy for patients undergoing coronary stenting.  Short DAPT and dropping the aspirin. Patient population ideal for monotherapy with a P2Y12 inhibitor. What do you do after 6 or 12 months of monotherapy – continue, or switch back to aspirin? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Introduction to Dairy and Cardiovascular Health & The Science Behind Dairy and Heart Health   Guest: Maya Vadiveloo, Ph.D., RD. Host: Kyla Lara-Breitinger, M.D.   After this podcast, listeners will understand the rationale behind low-fat dairy guidance. They will also learn about the benefits of dairy products, how to incorporate dairy if lactose intolerant, and what to look for in dairy-based alternatives. Finally, listeners will learn practical suggestions for incorporating dairy products into their diets.   Topics Discussed: What's the reason/reasons behind low-fat/fat-free dairy advice? How can people who are lactose intolerant incorporate more dairy? Are dairy-based alternatives the same? How much dairy should people consume? What ways can it be incorporated healthfully?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Modeling Disease Pathways Through Ventricular Depolarization   Guest: Peter van Dam, PhD  Host: Anthony H. Kashou, MD   Detection of disease progression is hampered due to the large variation in normal QRS morphologies, even for the ECG expert. Cardiac modeling techniques can improve the interpretation and diagnostic value of the ECG by visualizing relevant QRS deviations. Comparing the QRS waveforms and electrical pathway in genetical patients to normal controls shows that even small changes in the QRS can be detected in patients with a genetical disease, like Brugada or ACM.    Topics Discussed: What is the PathECG?  How do you compare PathECG to normal ECG waveform?  What can the PathECG add to the ECG? Could PathECG improve the quality of the ECG diagnosis? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Role of Denervation for Hypertension Management   Guest: Sanjay Misra, M.D. Host: Paul Friedman, M.D.   In this podcast, the listener will learn more what renal denervation is, the mechanism by which it works, how the procedure is performed, and expected outcomes for patients.   Topics Discussed: Ideal candidate and work up of the patient for renal denervation. Describe the procedure, as well as the risks and benefits. Follow up for patients after the procedure. Anticipated outcomes.   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Chronic Thrombo-Embolic Pulmonary Hypertension   Guest: Robert P. Frantz, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   In this episode, the experts discuss chronic thrombo-embolic pulmonary hypertension. Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension results from unresolved emboli in the lungs, causing increased resistance, right heart strain, and shortness of breath. Listeners will learn more about three different treatments available, including surgery, balloons, and medication.   Topics Discussed: What is chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension? What are the surgical treatments of chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension? Are there other treatments available?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Arrhythmias in Pregnancy   Guest: Katie A. Young, M.D. Guest: Abhishek J. Deshmukh, M.B.B.S. Host: Paul A. Friedman, M.D.   This episode dives into the complex and fascinating world of arrhythmia management during pregnancy, exploring how unique physiological changes can increase arrhythmia risk and impact treatment approaches. We'll discuss common and high-risk arrhythmias, management strategies and the importance of a collaborative care approach involving specialists across disciplines.   Topics Discussed: Identify the primary risk factors and physiological changes that contribute to arrhythmias in pregnant patients. Describe evidence-based management strategies for common and high-risk arrhythmias during pregnancy, including considerations for medication and procedural interventions. Recognize the role of interdisciplinary care in managing arrhythmias in pregnancy to ensure optimal maternal and fetal outcomes.   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

AI ECG Updates   Guest: Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D., M.S.  Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.    There have been many recent developments regarding AI-ECG, with some algorithms able to identify common and very relevant medical conditions like CAD and diastolic disfunction. There are major limitations implementing AI-ECG, including regulatory, technical and clinician-related. Algorithms meant to detect rare diseases, when used indiscriminately, may lead to many false positive results. The future of AI-ECG is optimizing its implementation through seamless integration in workflows, use of point of care or wearables getting ECG signals, and using multimodality AI, where AI-ECG would be just one of several signals used to detect cardiac and non-cardiac conditions, aging, and to predict cardiovascular events.    Topics Discussed: What is new on AI ECG these days? What new algorithms have been developed that you see may change clinical practice in the future? (although structured as 2 questions, its actually one) What are the major limitations using AI-ECG in clinical practice? What do you think is the future of AI-ECG? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Optimal Medical Therapy in Peripheral Artery Disease   Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D. Host: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.   Atherosclerosis of peripheral (ie, non-coronary) arteries, also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), affects more than 8 million Americans. Unfortunately, compared to coronary artery disease (CAD), PAD is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. In this podcast, experts discuss optimal medical therapy in patients with PAD.   Topics Discussed: What is peripheral artery disease? What are the most common symptoms of PAD? You diagnose PAD. What pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies do you consider? How do you follow-up a patient with PAD? When should a patient be referred to a vascular specialist?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Dyspnea After Pulmonary Embolism: Optimal Medical Therapy in Peripheral Vascular Disease   Guest: Stan Henkin, M.D. Host: Malcolm R. Bell, M.D.   Historically, majority of clinical and research focus has been on acute management of pulmonary embolism (PE). However, long-standing functional impairment after PE is common, occurring in up to 50% of individuals with history of PE. This is termed post-PE syndrome – an underrecognized, underdiagnosed, and undertreated entity. In this podcast, experts discuss epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of post-PE syndrome.   Topics Discussed: What is Post-PE syndrome? How common is it? What is your suggested work-up of patient who presents with dyspnea after PE? When should a patient be referred to a tertiary/expert center?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.  

MINOCA: Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries   Guest: Claire E. Raphael, M.B.B.S., Ph.D. Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   MINOCA is a myocardial infarction with no obstructive coronary artery disease.  This podcast will discuss the underlying causes of MINOCA, how to and who to investigate and discuss contemporary management strategies.   Topics Discussed: What is MINOCA? What testing should I consider in patients with MINOCA How are these patients treated?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

An AI-ECG Algorithm for Left Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction   Guest: Jae Oh, M.D.  Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.    Diastolic function assessment is crucial in diagnosing, managing, and predicting outcomes in various cardiac conditions. It provides insight into heart health, particularly in diagnosing heart failure. Shortness of breath, a common patient complaint, often indicates elevated diastolic filling pressure if linked to a cardiac condition. Echocardiography is the primary method for assessing diastolic function, but it is operator-dependent and not always available. In contrast, ECGs are standardized and widely accessible. Although subtle changes in ECGs are not easily detectable by the human eye, artificial intelligence can identify specific conditions reflected in the ECG. By training an AI model with labeled ECGs based on diastolic function determined through echocardiography, researchers achieved high accuracy in detecting diastolic dysfunction. AI-enhanced ECGs can significantly impact the identification of both asymptomatic and symptomatic cardiac conditions, potentially streamlining diagnostic strategies and reducing costs. Future developments may enable patients to monitor their heart health using simple wearable devices, enhancing the management of heart failure and other conditions.   Topics Discussed: Your special clinical academic interest is echocardiography. Why are you interested in ECG AI in diastolic function? What is diastolic function and why is it important to assess diastolic function in clinical practice? Why did you decide to create AI-ECG for diastolic function assessment? What did you find and how do you envision AI ECG for diastolic function be used in clinical practice? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Novel Mitral Therapies   Guest: Arman Arghami, M.D., M.P.H. Guest: Mayra Guerrero, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D.   And the end of this podcast, the listener should understand how to identify new minimally invasive procedures to treat patients with mitral valve disease, delineate the difference between minimally invasive surgery versus percutaneous transcatheter interventions for mitral valve disease, and recognize when to refer patients for mitral valve interventions.   Topics Discussed: What are the minimally invasive intervention options to treat patient with mitral valve disease? Which are the patients who benefit from less invasive procedures? How and when to refer a patient for mitral valve intervention? If a patient had prior mitral valve surgery (repair or replacement) and has recurrent mitral valve disease, is redo mitral surgery always needed? Or can a patient with prior surgery be treated with a transcatheter mitral valve repair or replacement, avoiding the need for repeat surgery?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Myocarditis - Presentation and Recent Advances   Guest: Drew Rosenbaum, M.D.  Host: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   Through this podcast, listeners should understand how myocarditis manifests, both in the hospitalized patients as well as in clinical practice in order to facilitate recognition of the disease to initiate the appropriate work and achieve a diagnosis.  The treatment strategies depend highly on the underlying condition.  Although current strategies for treatment are evolving, a conceptual framework for which patients may benefit from anti-inflammatory therapies and which may not is critical to appropriate select therapies for patients affected by myocarditis.   Topics Discussed: What is the spectrum of manifestations of myocarditis? How do you diagnose myocarditis? How is myocarditis treated and what is on the horizon for myocarditis?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Valve Disease in Pregnancy   Guest: Katie Young, M.D. Hosts: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.   In this podcast we will review the medical management of native valvular heart disease in pregnancy, highlighting the importance of specialized care through a Pregnancy Heart Team approach.   Topics Discussed: What are the anticipated physiologic changes of pregnancy and their importance to individuals with valvular heart disease? What are the highest risk valvular lesions for pregnancy? Can you discuss general medical management recommendations for those with stenotic lesions in pregnancy? Are regurgitant valve lesions always well tolerated in pregnancy?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.

Cardioneural ablation for atrial fibrillation: Indications and rationale   Guest: Guru G. Kowlgi, M.B.B.S. Host: Anthony H. Kashou, M.D.    The learners will get an overview of how high a vagal tone can contribute to atrial fibrillation. In addition, they will gain an understanding of cardioneural ablation, which is a promising new catheter ablation treatment option for these patients.   Topics Discussed How does high vagal tone contribute to atrial fibrillation What subset of patients with atrial fibrillation can benefit from cardioneural ablation What studies have been performed in this field, and what does the future of Afib ablation look like?   Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.