Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME

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 ...

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 cli...

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 f...

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 technol...

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 s...

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 ne...

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 resonan...

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:

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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 ...

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 barri...

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...

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 quic...

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...

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 an...

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 compr...

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 t...

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 ...

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 eve...

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 w...