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Heart disease should be treated just like cancer, says guest Mike McConnell, an author and expert in preventive cardiology at Stanford: Detect and stage early, then treat aggressively. In his practice, McConnell focuses on using low-dose CT imaging for detecting early coronary artery disease. He also helped pioneer the use of AI to infer cardiovascular risk from retinal scans. Such non-invasive, consumer-friendly tools could expand prevention, personalize therapy, and cut heart attacks and strokes across the board, he says. “Everybody also deserves a proactive preventive cardiologist in their phone,” McConnell tells host Russ Altman of the latest approaches to heart disease on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast. Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu. Episode Reference Links: Stanford Profile: Michael V. McConnell, MD, MSEE Connect With Us: Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Russ Altman introduces guest Michael McConnell, a professor of cardiology at Stanford University. (00:03:02) Reframing Heart Disease Why coronary disease should be approached the same as cancer. (00:05:46) Core Risk Factors The key drivers of cardiovascular disease, and life's essential eight. (00:07:18) Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring How low-dose CT scanning detects disease before symptoms develop. (00:08:57) The Limits of Stress Testing Why traditional stress tests often miss early coronary disease. (00:10:18) AI in Cardiac Imaging Using AI to identify hidden risks in routine chest scans. (00:11:30) Retinal Imaging How AI analysis of retinal blood vessels can predict heart disease risk. (00:14:55) Detecting Risk Before Symptoms Why retinal and vascular changes occur long before clinical signs appear. (00:15:58) Staging Coronary Disease Using calcium scores to stage coronary disease and personalize treatment. (00:19:36) Direct-to-Consumer Prevention The rise of mobile health records, wearable devices, and AI tools. (00:22:23) Opportunities & System Challenges Balancing accessibility, guideline-based care, and healthcare system capacity. (00:25:26) AI-Powered Health Record Analysis The potential of automated reviews to identify silent risk factors. (00:27:41) Physician Adoption & System Friction Barriers to integrating early detection tools into clinical practice. (00:30:12) Advances in Treatment Overview of current cholesterol therapies and plaque stabilization. (00:33:31) Future In a Minute Rapid-fire Q&A: prevention, implementation science, and future hopes. (00:35:38) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From our archives....we replay an interview with Mike McConnell and Gary Burbank. Hey Michelle with the latest happening in and around Cincinnati. Wrapping up the show with Beer Dave!
What's Mike been up too? How is he doing? Mike joins the show to chat with Thom.
Catching up with Mike McConnell. Matt Roush has the latest and newest in TV. Also, Beer Dave
Paul and Mark kick off the weekend on Who Dey Light:-- More on the latest drama with Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals-- Will this situation ever end?-- Shout out Eric Sztanyo at Keller Williams and Growl Pal Patrick Ryan, who won Bengals season tickets-- What's happening at linebacker and the emerging draft positional priorities-- Reds ownership vs Bengals ownership-- Al Golden's best-case scenario-- Would you rather be called cheap or dumb?-- Ambush Light: Car flags thoughts-- Charity Spotlight: Swing For Hope Charity Golf outing supporting families with infertility-- Dad life: Congrats to Mike McConnell and the return of the recorderWatch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcastThe Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDYLinks to all socials, podcast platforms, merchandise from Cincy Shirts and more: https://linktr.ee/thegrowlerpodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mike's final show. Joined by a cast of thousands!!
Kevin offers his thoughts on the retirement of longtime 700 WLW personality Mike McConnell. Kevin talks about and offers his opinion on the effects of day one of the "reciprocal tariffs" on 180 countries and some early indications of the effect on inflation. During the MId-America Trucking Show, Kevin spoke with Dan Fuller founder and President, Hotels 4 Truckers and Angie Gadwood, Senior Vice President Global Sales, Wyndham Hotels, who announced their partnership with Hotels 4 Truckers. The U.S. Labor Department released the weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin has the data, news and events affecting oil and gas prices.
Mike talks with our newest morning man, Thom Brennaman.
ABC's Mike Duboski with the latest tech news. Mike also has a chance to catch up with Randy Michaels.
Willie talks with Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost about why Ohio needs the transgender law. Also Beryl Love from the Cincinnati Enquirer says the people of Hamilton County should not pay for a new arena. Finally Willie breaks down the career of Mike McConnell.
John Phillips joins to talk to Mike about their past here at 700 WLW. Kimberly Adams does the Bloomberg Report. Mike McConnell takes your calls.
Mike talks with Steve Roberts about President Trump`s Tariffs. Kimberly Adams does the Bloomberg Report.
The Trump Admin put war plans on the signal app. A reporter was included on the chain. Sarah Isgur from ABC breaks down the good, bad and the ugly about it. Also, Reagan had it right on tariffs. Beer Dave wraps up the show!
Mike is live on Opening Day.
Eddie and Rocky continue our coverage of Opening Day 2025 live from the Holy Grail Banks with special guests Tanya O'Rourke, Rick Walls from the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, Jason Williams, and Mike McConnell.
Willie previews Opening Day with new Reds skipper Terry Francona and the voice of the Reds Tommy Thrall. Also your memories of Mike McConnell.
ABC's Mike Duboski talks all things tech. John Cohen from ABC talks about the Signal app flap with the Trump Administration.
Eddie and Sterling chat with Bill Cunningham about Mike McConnell and the history of The Big One, on 700 WLW!
Trump is upset over some judges ruling against him on his EO's. Sarah Isgur from ABC breaks it down. More JFK files were releases and Brad Garrett has the details.
Mike talks St Patrick's Day with ABC's Steve Roberts.
The Senator was named a top defender of liberty in 2024. Mike also talks to the Senator about spending, budget votes, DOGE and the Disaster Assistance Simplification Act.
Mike talks to ABC's crime and terror expert Brad Garrett. Also, Senator Rand Paul.
Mike Dubloski breaks down the latest tech news. Mike McConnell also takes on the tariff debate.
Our business insider reminisces about a cafe that closed in his area and what it means to you. Beer Dave with all thing's beer related in and around Cincinnati.
ABC's Brad Garrett gives us an update on the tragic death of Gene Hackman and his wife.
The latest in tech related news with ABC's Mike Duboski. ABC's Geoffrey Skelley recaps Trumps address from last night.
Mike talks with Caleb Silver about Tariffs.
ABC's Brad Garrett talks about people stealing things from moving trains! Sarah Isgur talks on Trump and more.
All things tech with ABC's Mike Duboksi. Also, the Republicans in Columbus are trying to change the pot law in Ohio. Mike has a few thoughts.
Mike discusses Lincoln Heights, NSA, and more!
Mike discusses the latest political news with Steve Roberts.
How much money will DOGE actually save the government? Should they really give some of the savings back to taxpayers? Also, Beer Dave wraps up the show!
Sarah Isgur updates on the latest drama at the DOJ, the good, back and ugly on the Trump administration and more. Gregg Stebben talks layoffs. Not his...but in the Trump administration and other areas.
Mike Duboski from ABC talks all things tech with Mike.
Mike discusses the latest news out of Evendale, Ohio. Mike takes your calls. Mike breaks down DOGE and Tariffs.
Mike is talking to ABC's Steven Portnoy on the latest developments of Eric Adam's bribery case. Beer Dave talks all things beer related in and around Cincinnati.
ABC's crime and terror guy Brad Garrett on why jealousy can sometimes lead to violence. It's a story of University of Toledo Medical Center doctor ("Dr. A") who is accused of setting fire to the home of another doctor ("Dr. B") who also worked at the same medical center...possibly motivated by jealousy after discovering an alleged affair between Dr. A's wife and Dr. B. KY is considering some changes to its SNAP program and it may be good for all. Mike explains.
Mike Duboski from ABC talks the latest in tech news. Also, some guys in nazi outfits were protesting over i-75 in Evendale. All speech is allowed....no matter if you agree with it or not. So what's the big deal here?
Mike takes your calls about technology knowing your daily routine and listening to your conversations. Mike discusses what DOGE has found.
Kimberly Adams with her Bloomberg update, Mike talks about Yum Brands going cashless. Also, Beer Dave!
Mike talks to ABC's crime and terror man Brad Garrett. Is Trump undermining the work of the FBI and other agencies? Brad explains. Mike takes your calls and comments after.
Mike talks to our good friends at Mardi Gras NKY. Find out how you can help and get all the info at https://www.nkramardigras.com/ Also all things tech with Mike Duboski from ABC News.
Mike talks about the current tariff situation with Dominick Miserandino.
Mike talks with ABC News Reporter Steve Roberts regarding President Trump`s stance on foreign aid. Tiff Potter breaks down the Grammys.
Mike talks to ABC's Sarah Isgur on Trump's EO's and more. Also, Beer Dave wraps up the show with Mike!
Aviation expert Jay Ratliff gives the latest update on the tragic plane crash in DC. ABC's Brad Garrett on the story of an amateur "to catch a predator" that went wrong.
ABC's Mike Duboski with the latest in tech news.
Mike McConnell discusses DEI and the Challenger disaster.
Mike McConnell talks with ABC News Reporter Steve Roberts about the latest President Trump news. Jim Ryan breaks down the declassification of the MLK JR, JFK, and RFK assassination files.