Best Radcliffe Cardiology Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 133: South Asian Heart Health: Unveiling Risk Patterns and Prevention Strategies 55:07

10d ago55:07

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In this compelling episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra explores South Asian cardiovascular health with preventive cardiology experts, Dr Jaideep Patel from Johns Hopkins, and Dr Romit Bhattacharya from Massachusetts General Hospital.The conversation begins with both specialists sharing personal motivations behind their focus on South Asian heart he…

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EP 132: The Heart of the Game: Cardiovascular Risk in Athletes 43:42

24d ago43:42

43:42

In this illuminating episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra engages with Dr Jonathan Drezner, Director of Sports Cardiology at the University of Washington, who explores the complex world of cardiovascular risk in competitive athletes.Dr Drezner traces the evolution of sports cardiology from watershed moments involving high-profile athletes like Hank …

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From Women, For Women and a Legacy for Future Generations with Dr Ritu Thamman 23:39

1M ago23:39

23:39

What advice does Dr Ritu Thamman have for female cardiologists trying to navigate power dynamics within the workplace?Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology hosts, Dr Mirvat Alasnag (King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, SA) and Dr Julia Grapsa (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK) are joined by Dr Ritu Thamman (Univers…

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Ep 131: Beyond Weight Loss: GLP-1s as Cardioprotective Game-Changers in 2025 40:45

1M ago40:45

40:45

In this episode of Parallax, host Dr Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Ambarish Pandey to explore the transformative role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in cardiovascular medicine. Beyond their well-known effects on weight management, Dr Pandey reveals how these "blockbuster drugs" are fundamentally reshaping cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment…

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Transition of Career, Equity and Diversity in Cardiology With Dr Marta Bande 17:15

2M ago17:15

17:15

What can the transition to industry offer young cardiologists, and should they take the leap?Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology hosts, Dr Mirvat Alasnag (King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, SA) and Dr Julia Grapsa (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK) engage in an inspiring discussion with Interventional Cardiolog…

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EP 130: Precision Cardiology: Promise, Barriers, and Breakthroughs 47:17

2M ago47:17

47:17

Join Dr Ankur Kalra on Parallax as he explores the evolving landscape of precision medicine in cardiology with Dr Calum MacCrae, Vice Chair for Scientific Innovation at Brigham and Women’s Heart and Vascular Center.Dr MacCrae reflects on how the promise of matching treatments to individual risk and disease mechanisms has evolved, from its roots in …

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The Poppy Syndrome and Leading by Example With Prof Mamas Mamas 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

How can institutions overcome toxic workplace behaviours, and why is it important?Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology hosts, Dr Mirvat Alasnag (King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, SA) and Dr Julia Grapsa (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK) are joined by Prof Mamas Mamas (University of Keele, Staffordshire, UK) to…

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EP 129: The Heart of Healthcare: Rebuilding Physician Resilience 44:53

2M ago44:53

44:53

This week's edition of Parallax features an illuminating conversation between host, Dr Ankur Kalra, and Dr Clif Knight. From practicing family physician to passionate advocate for systemic change, Dr Knight's remarkable career journey provides a unique lens through which to examine physician well-being in contemporary healthcare environments.Dr Kni…

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Advice for Young Colleagues and Career Pathways with Prof Barbara Casadei 19:29

3M ago19:29

19:29

What is the reasoning behind the porosity of data when it comes to CV outcomes in women?Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology hosts, Dr Mirvat Alasnag (King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah, SA) and Dr Julia Grapsa (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK) are joined by Prof Barbara Casadei (British Heart Foundation, Univer…

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EP 128: Cinema's Cardiac Crisis: Examining MI Representation in Popular Film 34:15

3M ago34:15

34:15

In this thought-provoking episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra explores the unexpected intersection of cardiology and popular culture with Dr Kristen Shaw and Dr Kevin Harris from the Minneapolis Heart Institute. Their conversation centers around their recently published systematic analysis, "Portrayal of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Popular Film:…

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Life and Lessons from a Cardiology Legend with Prof Eugene Braunwald 14:58

3M ago14:58

14:58

How can mentorship shape a career in cardiology, and what can we learn from a pioneer in the field?Join Dr Mirvat Alasnag (King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, SA) and Dr Julia Grapsa (Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, UK) as they interview Professor Eugene Braunwald, Distinguished Hersey Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.Prof B…

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Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology 1:51

3M ago1:51

1:51

Introducing our new podcast series, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity in Cardiology with hosts, Dr Mirvat Alasnag and Dr Julia Grapsa.Starting with Prof Braunwald, this series features expert guests who discuss topics from navigating challenging work environments to the future legacy for women in cardiology.…

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EP 127: Redefining Cardiology Culture: LGBTQ+ Perspectives in Practice 38:20

3M ago38:20

38:20

In this eye-opening episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Stephen Cook to explore groundbreaking research on LGBTQ+ experiences in cardiology. Drawing from Dr Cook's recently published JACC Advances paper "Experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Cardiology Physicians and Fellows in Training", they unpack crucia…

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EP 126: Cardiology at a Crossroads: Building Resilient Practice Models 41:33

3M ago41:33

41:33

The COVID-19 pandemic forced cardiology practices to rapidly evolve - but which changes are here to stay?Join Dr Ankur Kalra in conversation with Dr Edward Fry, former President of the American College of Cardiology, as they explore how the pandemic catalyzed lasting changes in cardiovascular care delivery. From the rapid adoption of telehealth and…

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HCM Practice Essentials: Multidisciplinary Team Working 39:28

5M ago39:28

39:28

This episode examines the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in HCM, exploring its ideal structure, function, and real-world challenges. Prof Juan Pablo Kaski is joined by Dr Elena Biagini and Dr Jodie Ingles to share insights from their work on the 2023 ESC guidelines and MDT care.By The Radcliffe Cardiology Podcast

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EP 124: Coronary Interventions and Evolving Technologies: The Year 2024 In Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer 1:02:26

5M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

In this week's Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer for their much-anticipated annual review of advancements in cardiovascular medicine that defined the year 2024.Dr Nijjer, a Consultant Cardiologist in the UK, serves as the President of the Royal Society of Medicine and is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial Col…

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EP 125: Structural Interventions and Emerging Pharmacotherapies: The Year 2024 In Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer 40:43

5M ago40:43

40:43

In this week's Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer for their much-anticipated annual review of advancements in cardiovascular medicine that defined the year 2024.Dr Nijjer, a Consultant Cardiologist in the UK, serves as the President of the Royal Society of Medicine and is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial Col…

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Ep 123: Redefining Cardiology Careers: Flexibility, Equity and Advancement with Dr Sharonne Hayes 58:51

5M ago58:51

58:51

In this compelling episode of Parallax, host Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Sharonne Hayes, a trailblazing Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and the vice chair for academic advancement and faculty development at Mayo Clinic. Together, they explore the critical intersections of career flexibility, diversity, and inclusion in modern medicine.Drawin…

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Biological Aging, AI & the Brain-Heart Connection: A Conversation with Dr Valentin Fuster 23:18

5M ago23:18

23:18

In this exclusive episode of the "Innovations in Cardiology" podcast series, host Dr Dipti Itchhaporia, past president of the American College of Cardiology, delves into the latest advancements in cardiovascular health. She is joined by Dr Valentin Fuster, a pioneer in the field, who shares invaluable insights into the impact of biological ageing, …

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View from the Thoraxcenter: TCT 24 Late-breaking Science Wrap Up 48:41

5M ago48:41

48:41

Join interventional cardiologists, Prof Nicolas Van Mieghem and Dr Joost Daemen from the Thoraxcenter as they unpack the most impactful late-breaking clinical trials and science data from this year's Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics Conference.Dive into this practical and engaging discussion and learn more about the latest data for practic…

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EP 122: Beyond the Clinic: Addressing Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Health With Dr Karen Joynt Maddox 45:57

6M ago45:57

45:57

In this thought-provoking episode of Parallax, Host, Dr Ankur Kalra engages in an illuminating conversation with Dr Karen Joynt Maddox, a distinguished cardiologist and health policy researcher at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Together, they navigate the complex intersection of cardiovascular medicine, health economics, and…

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AI in Quantitative CT Assessments: CONFIRM2 with Dr Alexander Van Rosendael 10:31

6M ago10:31

10:31

In this episode of the "Innovations in Cardiology" series, host Dr Dipti Itchhaporia (Hoag Heart and Vascular Institute, Newport Beach, CA, US) is joined by Dr Alexander Van Rosendael (Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, NL) to discuss the findings from the CONFIRM2 trial. Conducted from up to 50 international clinical CCTA sites with 35,000 …

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View from the Thoraxcenter: What's Hot at AHA 24? 13:44

6M ago13:44

13:44

Explore the cardiovascular breakthroughs shaping AHA 2024!Join renowned experts Prof Nicolas Van Mieghem and Dr Joost Daemen (Thoraxcenter, Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, NL) as they preview the most impactful late-breaking studies poised to make waves at this year’s AHA Conference. Dive into their expert analysis and gain key insights into the studies tha…

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EP 121: OMI/NOMI: A Paradigm Shift in Myocardial Infarction Diagnosis With Dr Stephen Smith 39:19

7M ago39:19

39:19

In this week's episode of Parallax, host Dr Ankur Kalra engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr Stephen Smith, a pioneer in electrocardiography and myocardial infarction diagnosis. They delve into the groundbreaking OMI/NOMI paradigm (Occlusion MI vs Non-Occlusion MI), challenging the traditional STEMI vs non-STEMI terminology that has lo…

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Insights in Cardiovascular Innovation and Research: A Conversation with Dr Michael Gibson 21:41

7M ago21:41

21:41

In this episode of the "Innovations in Cardiology" series, host Dr. Dipti Itchhaporia, former president of the ACC, is joined by Dr. C. Michael Gibson, CEO of the Baim Institute for Research, for an insightful discussion on the latest advancements and future directions in cardiovascular innovation for 2024.Dr. Itchhaporia and Dr. Gibson explore str…

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EP 120: Rewiring Health: Behavioral Science Meets Nutrition Education With Dr Aggarwal 45:18

7M ago45:18

45:18

This week on Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Brooke Aggarwal to dive deep into the fascinating intersection of behavioural science and nutrition education. Dr Brooke Aggarwal, an Assistant Professor at Columbia University Medical Center, focuses her research on how behavioural and psychological factors influence adherence to cardiovascular dis…

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Implementing AI Algorithms in Emergency Departments: RAPIDxAI with Dr Derek Chew 18:02

7M ago18:02

18:02

Host, Dr Dipti Itchhaporia (Hoag Heart and Vascular Institute, Newport Beach, CA, US) is joined by PI, Dr Derek Chew (Monash Heart and Victorian Heart Institute, AU) to discuss the findings from the RAPIDxAI trial, which aims to improve the assessment of suspected cardiac chest pain in emergency departments (ED) using a machine-learning algorithm t…

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EP 119: ESC 24 in Review with Dr Purvi Parwani: The Trials That Are Changing Cardiovascular Care 1:06:14

8M ago1:06:14

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In this episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra reunites with Dr Purvi Parwani for a deep dive into the groundbreaking data unveiled at ESC Congress 2024.Dr Parwani, Director of the Women's Cardiovascular Disease Clinic and a leading expert in her field, serves as Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of the Echocardiography Laboratory for Advan…

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AI and Digital Health in Cardiology: A Discussion with Dr Ouyang and Dr Lopez-Jiminez 27:31

8M ago27:31

27:31

In this episode of the "Innovations in Cardiology" series, host Dr Dipti Itchhaporia welcomes two leading experts in artificial intelligence in cardiology: Dr David Ouyang from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, and Dr Francisco Lopez-Jiminez from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.Together, they explore the role of artificial intelligence i…

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EP 118: The Power of Storytelling: Lindsay's Big Heart and HCM Awareness 39:09

8M ago39:09

39:09

In this week's episode, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes authors Dr Srihari Naidu and Lindsay Davis to discuss their newly published children's book, Lindsay's Big Heart. A leading interventional cardiologist, Dr Naidu, and patient advocate, Ms Davis, have collaborated to bring the complex heart condition hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) to life for young …

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View from the Thoraxcenter: ESC 24 Hot Line Wrap Up 47:32

8M ago47:32

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What's hot at ESC Congress 2024?Join us for a comprehensive analysis of the most impactful hot line trials presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2024. In the latest episode of the View from the Thoraxcenter, Prof Nicolas van Mieghem and Dr Joost Daemen (Thoraxcenter at Erasmus MC, NL) provides an overview of the new finding…

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EP 117: Transforming Cardiac Surgery Recovery: Evidence-Based Insights with Dr Gerdisch 40:47

9M ago40:47

40:47

This week on Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Marc Gerdisch to discuss a groundbreaking study on reducing opioid use after cardiac surgery.Dr Marc Gerdisch is the Chief of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery and Co-Director of the Heart Valve Center and Atrial Fibrillation Program at Franciscan St. Francis Health. He is a senior partner at Card…

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HCM Practice Essentials: Guidelines and Pharmacological Treatment 51:26

9M ago51:26

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This episode features a comparative summary of international guidelines, highlighting key differences and assessing the adequacy of current recommendations. The discussion also identifies gaps in existing clinical evidence, providing insights into what is currently missing in HCM research.By The Radcliffe Cardiology Podcast

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EP 116: Navigating the Realities of Guideline Directed Medical Therapy with Dr Chahoud and Dr Israel 45:06

10M ago45:06

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In this enlightening episode of Parallax, which focuses on guideline directed medical therapy (GDMT), Dr Ankur Kalra is joined by two guests, Dr Georges Chahoud, a Heart Failure Cardiologist at St. Louis Cardiology Consultants in the US, and Dr Carsten Israel, Chief of Cardiology at Bethel-Clinic in Germany.Building on their expertise, they share i…

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EP 115: Navigating Cultures and Cardiology: Dr Janarthanan Sathananthan's Global Journey 48:15

10M ago48:15

48:15

In this compelling episode of the Parallax Podcast, host Dr Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Janarthanan Sathananthan, an interventional and structural cardiologist and the Chief Medical Officer of Interventional Cardiology at Boston Scientific. Dr Sathananthan recounts his life's journey, from being born in Sri Lanka during the civil war, and moving …

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HCM Practice Essentials: Management Essentials 27:24

11M ago27:24

27:24

In this episode, Prof Juan Pablo Kaski is joined by Dr Carolyn Ho, join them in this 20-minute discussion on essential management topics, including phenotyping, triaging, symptomatic care, and transplant considerations.By The Radcliffe Cardiology Podcast

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The Leap Year Gene of Kit McKinley with Shelley Wood, Bestselling Author & Editor-in-Chief of TCTMD 42:24

11M ago42:24

42:24

In this week’s Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Shelley Wood, best known for her work in the cardiology community as the editor-in-chief of TCTMD and Editorial Director of CRF. They discuss her work as a creative author and her second novel, "The Leap Year Gene of Kit McKinley " set to be published by Harper Collins in Canada and Union Square…

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EP 113: Your Guide to Radiation Hygiene: Insights from Manufacturer and Users 46:27

11M ago46:27

46:27

This week on Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Eric Radtke, Vice President at Worldwide Innovations & Technologies, Inc, and Barbara Breininger, a cardiovascular radiologic technologist and clinical manager with 26 years of experience.This special episode dives deep into the crucial topic of radiation hygiene, exploring it from the perspectives of …

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HCM Practice Essentials: Patient and Family Support 24:43

11M ago24:43

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In this episode, Prof Juan Pablo Kaski is joined by Dr Jodie Ingles and Dr Elena Biagini to discuss long-term management, expectations in cardiology, community care and family genetic screening. Tune in for expert insights on supporting patients and their families.By The Radcliffe Cardiology Podcast

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EP 112: Just One Heart: Burnout, Positive Mindset & Leadership with Dr Fisher 50:24

12M ago50:24

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In this week’s Parallax, host Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Jonathan Fisher, a cardiologist, organizational well-being leader, and bestselling author of Just One Heart: A Cardiologist’s Guide to Healing, Health, and Happiness.In this compelling conversation, Dr Fisher shares his personal experience with burnout within the US healthcare system. He…

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View from the Thoraxcenter: EuroPCR 24 Late-breaking Science Preview 26:04

1y ago26:04

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What's hot at EuroPCR 2024?Join interventional experts, Prof Nicolas Van Mieghem and Dr Joost Daemen from Erasmus MC's Thoraxcenter for an insightful preview of the late-breaking science data to look out for at the 2024 EuroPCR meeting.What is the potential impact of the new data on practice? What details should we look out for? What is the context…

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HCM Practice Essentials: Setting-up an HCM Clinic 19:27

1y ago19:27

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In the first episode, Prof Juan Pablo Kaski and Prof Ruxandra Jurcut discuss the essentials of establishing an HCM Clinic, covering its objectives, logistical aspects, systemic challenges, and operational strategies, including referral practices and collaboration with specialist centres.By The Radcliffe Cardiology Podcast

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EP 111: ACC 24 in Review With Dr Vallabhajosyula: 5 Trials That Will Change Your Practice 1:11:26

1y ago1:11:26

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Dr Ankur Kalra’s guest this week is Dr Saraschandra Vallabhajosyula, Interventional and Critical Care Cardiologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and the Director of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Rhode Island Hospital, the Miriam Hospital and Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute. In this e…

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View from the Thoraxcenter: ACC.24 Late-breaking Science Wrap Up 43:48

1y ago43:48

43:48

Unpack ACC.24's Top Trials with View from the Thoraxcenter!Join Prof Nicolas Van Mieghem and Dr Joost Daemen from Erasmus MC, Rotterdam for a deep dive into the late-breaking data presented at ACC.24.In this thought-provoking ACC 2024 wrap-up, delve into the nuances of the most impactful trials, gaining insights into their implications for current …

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EP 110: Cultivating Leadership, Civic Duty & the Presidential Leadership Programme with Dr Sinha 43:28

1y ago43:28

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In this week’s episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Shashank Sinha. Dr Sinha is an Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Transplant Cardiologist at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, where he serves as Co-Medical Director of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and Director of the Cardiovascular Critical Care Research Program…

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EP 109: Navigating Volume Status in Heart Failure Patients with Dr Andrew Darlington 38:44

1y ago38:44

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In this informative episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra is joined by Dr Andrew Darlington, an Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist at Piedmont Heart Institute in Georgia.Together, Dr Kalra and Dr Darlington delve into the significance of assessing volume status in patients with heart failure, highlighting its continued relevance in 2024, including t…

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EP 108: Song of Our Scars: Authorship & Medicine with Senior Advisor for FDA, Dr Warraich 44:47

1y ago44:47

44:47

In this week's Parallax episode, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Haider Warraich, a cardiologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr Warraich is not only a Senior Advisor for Chronic Disease to the FDA Commissioner but also a prolific author, having written three books, including "Song of Our Scars: The Untold Story of Pain." He is a regular contributor…

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EP 107: JACC: Advances - Leadership & the Future of Publishing with Dr Silversides 43:21

1y ago43:21

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Join Dr Ankur Kalra on Parallax this week as he welcomes Dr Candice K Silversides, the first Editor-in-Chief of JACC: Advances.Dr Silversides, a cardiologist and professor at the University of Toronto, wears many hats. She leads the Obstetric Medicine program and directs the Cardio-Obstetric clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital, while simultaneously stee…

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EP 106: Transforming Health Systems Through Economics with Dr Alex Carter 47:01

1+ y ago47:01

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In the season 6 premiere of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Alex Carter, a Senior Lecturer at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) Department of Health Policy. As the course director for the executive MSc in Health Economics, Policy & Management, Dr Carter delves into the origins and evolution of LSE's health economics pr…

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EP 105: The Year 2023 in Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer 1:05:20

1+ y ago1:05:20

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In this week's Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer for their much-anticipated annual review of advancements in cardiovascular medicine that defined the year 2023.Dr Nijjer, a Consultant Cardiologist in the UK, serves as the President of the Royal Society of Medicine and is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial Col…

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