Best AORTA Podcasts (2026)

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Ask the Heart Doctor - Abdominal Aorta Disease Part 2 21:01

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3h ago21:01

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Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? You're not alone, and you're in the right place. In part two of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic’s vascular experts discuss surgery and less-invasive repair techniques, the recovery experience and how to recognize the signs of an aortic rupture. Learn more about a…

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Radiology, Artificial Intelligence, and the Fear of Obsolescence 15:42

3h ago15:42

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In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest anxieties I hear from medical students, residents, and even colleagues: “Is radiology becoming obsolete in the age of AI?” I share my perspective on the fears, myths, and realities surrounding artificial intelligence in radiology. We’ll look at real questions I’ve received — from worried parents to train…

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Building a Liberation Economy (w/ Solana Rice & Jeremie Greer) 52:00

1h ago52:00

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This episode challenges you to rethink the economy from the ground up. Solana Rice and Jeremie Greer of Liberation in a Generation break down why extraction and exclusion are not bugs but core features of our current system, and invite listeners into a bold vision of a liberation economy rooted in guarantees rather than scarcity. Through stories of…

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Ask the Heart Doctor - Understanding Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Part 1 13:17

9d ago13:17

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Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? You're not alone, and you're in the right place. In part one of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic’s vascular experts answer questions that real patients asked about abdominal aortic disease. Learn about aneurysm risk factors, genetic links to aortic disease and how…

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Choosing Home in a Time of Displacement (w/ Fabiola Santiago) 41:38

9d ago41:38

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In this episode of Next Economy Now, Erin Axelrod speaks with Fabiola Santiago, founder and executive director of Mi Oaxaca, about what Indigenous worldviews can teach us about belonging, reciprocity, and everyday consumption. Drawing from her experience as a diasporic Zapotec woman from Oaxaca and a public health researcher, Fabiola explores the h…

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Outcomes with Post-Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement 12:44

16d ago12:44

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Hani Najm, MD, and Joanna Ghobrial, MD, explain the latest advances in transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, surgical strategies and lifetime management. Learn how a multidisciplinary approach helps patients live longer, healthier lives with fewer interventions. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to…

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Cervical Spine Clearance in Adult Blunt Trauma Updates 16:12

20d ago16:12

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This episode reviews the basics of cervical spine clearance in adult blunt trauma patients including Deciding between clinical decision tools What to do in the intoxicated/obtunded patient What to do after a negative CT in a patient with persistent neck pain and no neurological symptoms References at FOAMcast.org Thanks for listening! Lauren Westaf…

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Advances in Treating Ventricular Septal Rupture 16:23

23d ago16:23

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Venugopal Menon, MD, and Michael Tong, MD, explain how modern advances are transforming treatment for a rare but life-threatening complication after a heart attack: ventricular septal rupture. Learn why early transfer to an expert center matters, how mechanical support devices buy time for recovery and why surgery remains the definitive solution fo…

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Science, Spirit, and the Future of Healing (w/ Dr. Shamini Jain) 48:35

25d ago48:35

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True health is about more than simply taking your medicine. It’s about healing the whole person, mind, body, and spirit. In this episode of Next Economy Now, Dr. Shamini Jain, a clinical psychologist, scientist, author, singer, and founder of the Consciousness and Healing Initiative, explores the intersections of science, spirituality, and creativi…

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How a Blood Test Can Predict Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms 22:27

1M ago22:27

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A new Cleveland Clinic study uncovered how gut health could influence serious vascular conditions. Stanley Hazen, MD, PhD, and Scott Cameron, MD, PhD, explain the surprising link between the gut microbiome, TMAO levels and abdominal aortic aneurysms. Learn about emerging research, lifestyle strategies and future treatments that could transform card…

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Caring for Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease 17:57

1M ago17:57

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Discover how a multidisciplinary team tackles peripheral artery disease (PAD) with a patient-first approach. Lee Kirksey, MD, Aravinda Nanjundappa, MBBS, MD, and G. Jay Bishop, MD, share how collaborative care across vascular medicine, vascular surgery and cardiology leads to better outcomes and lifelong management. Get treatment for PAD at Clevela…

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Restorative Justice and the Work of Repair (w/ Tatiana Chaterji) 52:32

2M ago52:32

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What if accountability led to healing instead of more harm? In this conversation, restorative justice practitioner Tatiana Chaterji shares how her work in prisons, schools, and communities is helping people move beyond punishment toward real repair. She reflects on her own experience as a survivor, the power of truthful dialogue, and why accountabi…

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The Immune System’s Role in Cardiovascular Disease 14:10

2M ago14:10

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Samir Kapadia, MD, Chairman of Cardiovascular Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, and David Zidar, MD, PhD, an interventional cardiologist and immunologist, introduce the Cardioimmunology Center. They explore how immune system activity can influence heart health and discuss innovative approaches to identifying and managing cardiovascular risk through imm…

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Saving the Valve During Aortic Root Surgery 24:43

2M ago24:43

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Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, and Xiaoying Lou, MD, discuss valve-sparing aortic root surgery, an advanced technique that preserves the patient’s native valve while treating aortic aneurysms. They explain who qualifies for this procedure, how it’s performed and why it can offer long-term benefits without lifelong blood thinners. Learn more about aortic v…

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Reclaiming Ancestral Medicine for a Regenerative Future (w/ Laura Ash) 46:11

2M ago46:11

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This episode explores how ancestral plant wisdom can reshape the future of healthcare and the economy. Clinical herbalist and educator Laura Ash shares practical insights on ethical herbalism, biopiracy, whole-plant medicine, and why reconnecting with traditional knowledge matters for human and planetary wellbeing. Listeners will gain a deeper unde…

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Navigating the New ABR Oral Certifying Exam 17:08

2M ago17:08

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In This Episode Navigating the new ABR Oral Certifying Exam: format, expectations, and timing Strategies and study tips to optimize preparation How this fits into the evolving landscape of radiology certification Potential impacts on training programs, practices, and early career radiologists Prefer to read this in blog format: Check out Navigating…

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Obesity Plus Heart Failure: What Are Safe and Effective Weight Loss Strategies? 19:55

2M ago19:55

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Cleveland Clinic experts Tamanna Singh, MD, and Amanda Vest, MBBS, discuss how obesity affects heart health, especially in people with heart failure. They share medical strategies like healthy lifestyle changes and new medications that can help improve quality of life. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more …

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Team-Based Care for Lung and Multi-Organ Transplant 11:06

2M ago11:06

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Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, discuss Cleveland Clinic’s leadership in lung and multi-organ transplantation, highlighting innovations like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and the collaborative care model that supports complex transplant cases. They also acknowledge Lung Transplant Awareness Day, a national initiative aimed at increasing e…

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Building Climate Resilience Through Lo-TEK (w/ Julia Watson) 1:06:48

2M ago1:06:48

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Climate resilience is not only a matter of innovation but also of honoring what communities have practiced for centuries. In this episode, Julia Watson, designer, activist, and leading expert on Lo—TEK — a term that combines low-tech and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) — shares how traditional practices offer vital solutions for sustainable …

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Lifelong Management of Heart Valve Patients 11:46

3M ago11:46

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If you're living with a leaky mitral valve, valve repair can restore your heart health and your lifestyle. Cleveland Clinic cardiac surgeons Marc Gillinov, MD, and Tarek Malas, MD, explain why valve repair is often better than replacement, how robotic surgery can speed up recovery and what patients can expect after surgery. Schedule an appointment …

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New Drug Trial to Treat High Blood Pressure 11:11

3M ago11:11

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Freedom Practice in an Unfree World (w/ Autumn Brown) 1:12:27

3M ago1:12:27

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Autumn Brown returns to Next Economy Now for a third time for a wide-ranging, candid conversation on practicing freedom in an unfree world. We talk joy and parenting, the post-2020 backlash, symbolic vs relational change (pronouns, land acknowledgements), building broader coalitions, and Autumn’s shift from cooperative leadership to music, Aikido, …

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Taking Care of Your Cardiovascular Health While Aging 20:33

3M ago20:33

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Cleveland Clinic experts discuss how heart conditions uniquely affect older adults. Abdulla Damluji, MD, and Ardeshir Hashmi, MD, explain Cleveland Clinic’s holistic care strategies that integrate cardiology and geriatrics to improve outcomes and quality of life for aging patients and their families. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by c…

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Ask the Heart Doctor: State-of-the-Art Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery 20:52

3M ago20:52

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Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss techniques for coronary artery bypass surgery and what to expect in recovery in part two of this two-part series. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. …

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Intentional Living and the Future of Tiny Housing (With Jewel Pearson) 38:36

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Freedom and fulfillment aren’t measured in square footage; they’re shaped by how we live and what we value. In this episode of Next Economy Now, we welcome Jewel Pearson, a tiny house expert, intentional living advocate, and longtime voice for representation in the tiny house movement. With over ten years of experience living in a tiny house, Jewel…

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Will AI Replace Radiologists? 26:15

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Key Topics Covered The core question: Will AI replace radiologists? How AI is currently used (and mis-used) in radiology. Strengths and limitations of AI in diagnostic imaging. What aspects of a radiologist’s role are unlikely to be replaced. Potential future shifts in the role of radiologists. What radiologists (or students) can do to adapt / thri…

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Ask the Heart Doctor: Coronary Artery Disease Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options 15:40

4M ago15:40

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Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss coronary artery disease symptoms, diagnostic testing, medical treatments and considerations for surgery in part one of this two-part series. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clini…

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A Journey to Personal Liberation (with Christine Platt) 1:04:56

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When you understand the power of a limiting belief and change it into a liberating belief, you get to take your power back and achieve personal freedom. In this segment of our Next Economy Living mini-series, we are joined by author and advocate for personal liberation, Christine Platt, to talk about her new book, Less is Liberation, and to share h…

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Innovations in Managing Lung Failure 20:09

4M ago20:09

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Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, from Cleveland Clinic’s Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program discuss how their multidisciplinary team manages lung failure and advances transplant care. Learn about techniques like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and ECMO bridging, and how Cleveland Clinic is expanding access to transplantation for complex …

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Multi-Arterial and Total Arterial Bypass Grafting 14:23

4M ago14:23

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Faisal Bakaeen, MD, and Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, discuss the benefits and considerations of multi-arterial coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), a technique that can improve long-term outcomes for patients with coronary artery disease. They share insights on patient selection, surgical innovations, personalized care and optimal medical management…

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Pulmonary Embolism 17:49

4M ago17:49

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In this episode of The Radiology Review Podcast, we cover pulmonary embolism (PE), an essential diagnosis to master for the radiology boards and for clinical practice. This high-yield review highlights imaging findings, pitfalls, and pearls across modalities, with a focus on CT pulmonary angiography (CTPA). Check out the free study guide on this ep…

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New Research to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease and Aortic Stenosis 8:59

4M ago8:59

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Steven Nissen, MD, shares research about a new treatment for elevated lipoprotein(a) levels called Lepodisiran. Lowering lipoprotein(a) levels can improve a patient's risk for blocked arteries and aortic valve disease. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about lipoprotein(a). https://my.clevelandclinic.or…

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Rethinking Home and Belonging Through Intentional Community (with Cynthia Tina) 45:58

4M ago45:58

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What if the solution to better housing, health, and happiness isn’t greater independence, but deeper interdependence? In this episode of Next Economy Now, sustainability educator and regenerative living advocate Cynthia Tina invites us to rethink how we live, highlighting what it means to live in alignment with shared values, and why intentional co…

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Growth of ECMO: Advanced Life Support and Other Devices 15:55

5M ago15:55

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When a heart is weak after a heart attack, cardiac arrest or surgery, mechanical circulatory support (MCS) can help the heart function while it heals or assist patients long-term. Cleveland Clinic experts discuss MCS devices, specifically the Impella percutaneous left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). …

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New Trials to Reduce LDL Cholesterol 9:29

5M ago9:29

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A recent clinical trial has shown exciting results for a new combination pill that could help people at high risk for heart disease. This pill combines two medications that work together to lower LDL cholesterol. Steven Nissen, MD, and Ashish Sarraju, MD, explain how this new treatment compares to existing options and why it might be a game-changer…