The Heart of Prevention

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  ASPC 2026 Congress Wrap-Up: Emerging Leaders on the Future of Prevention Part Two 09.09.2026 44min

  In this special 2026 ASPC wrap-up episode of The Heart of Prevention, four emerging leaders in cardiovascular medicine who served as social media ambassadors for the Congress share their key takeaways from the meeting and discuss the latest advances shaping preventive cardiology.The conversation features Dr. Leonie Dupuis, a PGY-4 Cardiovascular Diseases Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Dr. Ido Avivi, a preventive cardiologist and postdoctoral research fellow at the University of California, San Diego; Dr. Yulith Roca, a PGY-5 Cardiovascular Disease Fellow at Loma Linda University Health; and Dr. Binay Panjiyar, MD, GCSRT, a PGY-2 Internal Medicine Resident at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Permian Basin.Together, they highlight the research, clinical insights, and emerging themes that stood out at ASPC 2026—and explore how these developments may influence the future of cardiovascular prevention and patient care. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  ASPC 2026 Congress Wrap-Up: Emerging Leaders on the Future of Prevention Part One 02.09.2026 31min

  In this special 2026 ASPC wrap-up episode of The Heart of Prevention, four emerging leaders in cardiovascular medicine who served as social media ambassadors for the Congress share their key takeaways from the meeting and discuss the latest advances shaping preventive cardiology.The conversation features Dr. Leonie Dupuis, a PGY-4 Cardiovascular Diseases Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Dr. Ido Avivi, a preventive cardiologist and postdoctoral research fellow at the University of California, San Diego; Dr. Yulith Roca, a PGY-5 Cardiovascular Disease Fellow at Loma Linda University Health; and Dr. Binay Panjiyar, MD, GCSRT, a PGY-2 Internal Medicine Resident at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Permian Basin.Together, they highlight the research, clinical insights, and emerging themes that stood out at ASPC 2026—and explore how these developments may influence the future of cardiovascular prevention and patient care.Stay tuned next week for Part Two! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  South Asian CV Health Recording with Dr. Anurag Mehta + Dr. Maz Afaq 15.07.2026 57min

  South Asians face one of the highest burdens of premature cardiovascular disease worldwide, yet many remain underrecognized by traditional risk assessment tools. In this episode of The Heart of Prevention, host Dr. Keerthana Pakanati is joined by Dr. Anurag Mehta (Emory University) and Dr. Mazhar Afaq (University of Kansas Health System), Co-Chairs of the South Asian Prevention Network at the American Society for Preventive Cardiology (SAPNA), for an insightful discussion on improving cardiovascular prevention in this high-risk population.Together, they explore the unique "South Asian phenotype," why conventional risk calculators may underestimate risk, and how clinicians can better identify cardiometabolic disease through family history, metabolic risk factors, and culturally informed care. The conversation also highlights the challenges of dietary counseling, the impact of cultural beliefs on healthcare engagement, successful community-based prevention initiatives, and the critical research gaps that remain.Whether you're a clinician caring for South Asian patients or simply interested in advancing equitable cardiovascular prevention, this episode provides practical, evidence-based strategies to improve early detection, risk assessment, and long-term heart health. Tune in to learn how personalized, culturally informed prevention can help close disparities and improve cardiovascular outcomes for South Asian communities. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Prevention in Practice: Building What Actually Works 17.06.2026 35min

  In this episode of The Heart of Prevention, Dr. Keerthana Pakanati is joined by Dr. Neha Pagidipati (Duke University) and Misha Nazrollahzadeh (Joyce Health) to explore what it takes to translate cardiovascular prevention from guidelines into real-world practice.The conversation focuses on building effective prevention clinics, including essential team structures, scalable care models, and the role of interdisciplinary members such as dietitians, pharmacists, APPs, and health coaches. Guests also discuss what tools are truly moving the needle in 2026—from AI and remote monitoring to nutrition platforms—and where enthusiasm may be outpacing evidence.Additional topics include common reasons prevention programs fail, how to demonstrate value to health systems, and the evolving role of nutrition care in the GLP-1 era. The episode closes with rapid-fire insights on indispensable team members and high-impact patient tools, along with reflections on the future of scalable prevention.A practical, implementation-focused discussion for clinicians and leaders aiming to build prevention programs that actually work. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The 2026 Dyslipidemia Guidelines Playbook: From Evidence to Action 10.05.2026 57min

  Join host Dr. Keerthana Pakanati for an in-depth discussion with two leaders in preventive cardiology, Dr. Roger Blumenthal and Dr. Ty Gluckman, as they break down the highly anticipated 2026 ACC/AHA/Multisociety Dyslipidemia Guidelines.In this episode, the panel explores the biggest updates shaping lipid management today, including LDL-C targets, the PREVENT risk score, coronary artery calcium (CAC), Lp(a), apoB, and the evolving role of personalized risk assessment. The conversation also dives into practical strategies for applying the guidelines in real-world clinical practice, navigating treatment barriers, and improving long-term cardiovascular prevention.Listeners will gain expert insight into:• Key changes in the 2026 dyslipidemia guidelines• Treat-to-target vs. threshold-based therapy• Risk stratification using PREVENT, CAC, Lp(a), and apoB• Lipid management in women and younger patients• Cost, access, adherence, and emerging therapies• The future of preventive cardiology and systems-based careA must-listen episode for clinicians, trainees, and anyone passionate about advancing cardiovascular prevention. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  ACC 2026 Prevention Recap: Trainee Perspectives from the Frontlines 22.04.2026 1val 1min

  In this episode of The Heart of Prevention, we zero in on the late-breaking clinical trials from ACC 2026 that are poised to shape the future of cardiovascular prevention.Featuring trainees who attended the conference, we unpack the most practice-changing data across lipid management, cardiometabolic therapies, and risk reduction strategies. Our discussion highlights not just the results, but the clinical context—what these trials mean for patient care, where they challenge existing paradigms, and how they may influence guidelines moving forward.From nuanced shifts in treatment thresholds to emerging therapies and implementation challenges, our trainee panel brings fresh, thoughtful perspectives from the frontlines of ACC. We also reflect on key themes across the late breakers, including personalization of prevention, residual risk, and advancing equity in cardiovascular care.Whether you’re looking for a high-yield summary or deeper clinical insight, this episode delivers a focused, trainee-driven breakdown of the trials everyone is talking about.Tune in for sharp analysis, practical takeaways, and what to watch next in prevention science. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Seeing Atherosclerosis: How Coronary Calcium Transforms Risk Assessment 18.03.2026 58min

  Coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for refining cardiovascular risk assessment in asymptomatic individuals. A CAC score of zero is associated with extremely low event rates even among those with multiple risk factors, while elevated scores identify individuals who benefit most from preventive therapies. Yet despite robust evidence and guideline endorsement, CAC scoring remains underutilized in clinical practice. In this episode of "The Heart of Prevention," Dr. Michael Blaha and Dr. Khurram Nasir explore how CAC scoring transforms primary prevention from a population-based approach to truly personalized medicine. They discuss the "power of zero"—how the absence of coronary calcium can safely defer or avoid certain preventive therapies—and how elevated scores guide intensification of treatment, from statins to aspirin and beyond. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The Menopause Transition: A Critical Window for Cardiovascular Prevention 25.02.2026 45min

  Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, yet the menopause transition—a critical period when cardiovascular risk accelerates—remains an underrecognized opportunity for prevention. The menopause transition is associated with central fat accumulation, insulin resistance, atherogenic lipid changes, and increased blood pressure—all of which contribute to accelerated atherosclerosis. Women with premature menopause face particularly heightened cardiovascular risk.  Dr. Lily Dastmalchi and Dr. Emily Lau discuss how clinicians can identify at-risk women through comprehensive cardiovascular risk stratification, including assessment of traditional risk factors and female-specific risk enhancers such as premature menopause and adverse pregnancy outcomes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Before the Breaking Point: Preventing Heart Failure in the Modern Era 11.02.2026 33min

  Heart failure affects nearly 7 million Americans, with projections reaching 11 million by 2050. Yet prevention remains our most powerful—and underutilized—strategy. In this special Heart Month episode, Dr. Martha Gulati and Dr. Anuradha Lala-Trindade explore the paradigm shift toward risk-based heart failure prevention. Drawing on their expertise as co-authors of the joint scientific statement from the Heart Failure Society of America and the American Society for Preventive Cardiology, they set the stage with this introductory episode to help clinicians understand the relationship between prevention and heart failure as well as providing real life tips. You don’t want to miss this! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Women's Cardiovascular Health - The Pregnancy Connection 28.01.2026 56min

  Pregnancy is more than a moment in time—it’s a powerful window into a woman’s future cardiovascular health. In this episode of The Heart of Prevention, we’re joined by leading experts Dr. Kardie Tobb and Dr. Monika Sanghavi to explore how adverse pregnancy outcomes like pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, and preterm delivery serve as early warning signs for future cardiovascular disease.We break down the science behind why pregnancy acts as a cardiovascular stress test, the mechanisms linking pregnancy complications to long-term risk, and how clinicians can translate this knowledge into meaningful prevention. From practical guidance on postpartum follow-up and risk stratification to addressing disparities in maternal cardiovascular outcomes, this conversation highlights why pregnancy history belongs at the center of every cardiovascular risk assessment.Dr. Tobb and Dr. Sanghavi also share their personal career journeys into cardio-obstetrics and women’s heart health, offering insight and inspiration for trainees and early-career clinicians interested in this rapidly evolving field.Whether you’re a cardiologist, OB/GYN, primary care provider, or trainee, this episode will challenge you to rethink how—and when—we start cardiovascular prevention in women. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Sports Cardiology: A Conversation About Performance and Prevention 14.01.2026 41min

  In this episode of The Heart of Prevention, we sit down with sports cardiology experts Dr. Brad Petek and Dr. Nate Moulson to explore where performance meets prevention. From differentiating the “athlete’s heart” from early cardiomyopathy to navigating myocarditis, arrhythmias, and return-to-play decisions, we dive into the nuanced cardiovascular care of both elite and everyday athletes.We discuss evolving guidance after COVID-19, the role of cardiac MRI, shared decision-making in gray-zone cases, and how to think about prevention in a population often assumed to be “low risk.” Whether you’re caring for competitive athletes, weekend warriors, or highly active patients, this conversation offers practical insights, clinical pearls, and a forward-looking view of where sports cardiology is headed.A must-listen for clinicians passionate about prevention, exercise, and optimizing heart health across the lifespan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Beyond the Score - a Discussion of Cardiac Risk Scores and Risk Assessment 17.12.2025 47min

  In this episode of Heart of Prevention, we go beyond the numbers to explore how cardiac risk scores are used—and sometimes misused—in everyday clinical practice. We break down the most common cardiovascular risk calculators, discuss what they measure, and examine their strengths and limitations across diverse patient populations. Most importantly, we focus on practical implementation, showing how risk scores should inform—not replace—clinical judgment. We highlight how integrating risk scores with patient context, shared decision-making, and preventive strategies leads to a more accurate assessment of overall cardiovascular risk and more personalized prevention plans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Building a Career in Prevention: Lessons from the Next Generation 19.11.2025 40min

  In this episode, host Dr. Keerthana Pakanati sits down with three rising leaders in preventive cardiology—Dr. Ramzi Dudum, Dr. Suvasini Lakshmanan, and Dr. Priyanka Satish—for an energizing conversation about early-career growth, mentorship, shaping the future of prevention, and the evolving landscape of cardiovascular health.Together, they discuss:What drew them to the field of preventionKey skills every preventive cardiologist should buildMyths about early career lifeThe role of digital health and innovationTheir “dream” prevention projects and the future of collaborationThis episode offers an inspiring look at the next generation of preventive cardiology and the shared commitment to advancing patient care, implementation science, and health equity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  From Data to Diagnosis: Digital Health’s Impact Preventive Cardiology 24.09.2025 44min

  In this engaging conversation, experts in digital health discuss their personal journeys, the role of wearables and remote patient monitoring in cardiovascular care, and the importance of patient agency. They address the challenges of health disparities and emphasize the need for advocacy and real-world evidence in advancing digital health. The discussion also highlights opportunities for trainees in the field and envisions the future of digital health and prevention in cardiology.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Their Backgrounds01:42 Personal Journeys in Cardiology and Digital Health07:19 The Role of Wearables and Remote Patient Monitoring12:05 Patient Agency and the Future of Digital Health19:09 Urgency in Cardiovascular Prevention20:42 Addressing Health Disparities in Digital Health31:10 Navigating Digital Health for Trainees37:24 Future Opportunities in Digital Health See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Exploring ASPC 2025: Innovations in Preventive Cardiology 15.08.2025 1val 37min

  In this episode we bring you highlights of ASPC 2025, focusing on innovative training, key participants, and significant advancements in preventive cardiology. The discussion covers insights from the ASPC Training Academy, notable award presentations, and the growing importance of lipoprotein(a) in cardiovascular risk assessment. Debates on systolic blood pressure goals, the role of colchicine in secondary prevention, and the comparison between APO-B and LDL-C measurements are explored. The conversation concludes with a look at the potential of AI technology in enhancing preventive cardiology practices. This conversation delves into the intersection of generative AI and healthcare, exploring its potential benefits and challenges, particularly in preventive cardiology. The discussion highlights the importance of health equity, the role of polygenic risk scores and imaging in patient assessment, and the ongoing debate surrounding hormone replacement therapy. The speakers also reflect on career development in preventive cardiology, emphasizing the diverse paths available. Additionally, the conversation expands the scope of cardiovascular prevention to include heart failure and atrial fibrillation, while also addressing the unique cardiovascular risks faced by women throughout their lives. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Tailoring Dietary Recommendations for Better Health 16.07.2025 50min

  In this conversation, experts in preventive cardiology discuss the critical role of nutrition in patient care, emphasizing the importance of dietary recommendations tailored to individual needs. They explore the journey of integrating nutrition into medical practice, the challenges of combating misinformation, and the necessity of educating future healthcare providers about the impact of diet on health outcomes. The discussion highlights the significance of sustainability in dietary changes and the collaborative efforts required to support patients in making lasting lifestyle modifications. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Building a Preventive Cardiology Program from Scratch 18.06.2025 48min

  This conversation explores the evolution and importance of preventive cardiology, highlighting the personal journeys of pioneers in the field, the challenges faced in establishing preventive programs, and the critical role of education and technology in enhancing patient care. The speakers emphasize the need for building trust with patients, optimizing lifestyle changes, and the future potential of preventive cardiology as a vital component of healthcare. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The Case for Prevention: A Conversation with ASPC Presidents Current & Past 21.05.2025 45min

  This conversation delves into the critical role of preventive cardiology in improving cardiovascular health. The speakers, all leaders in the field, share their personal journeys, the importance of defining preventive cardiology, and the challenges faced in integrating prevention into clinical practice. They emphasize the need for a cultural shift towards prevention, the significance of mentorship for trainees, and strategies to combat misinformation in healthcare. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of the field and the urgent need for dedicated efforts to enhance preventive strategies in patient care.Episode Highlights:00:00 Introduction to Preventive Cardiology03:59 Defining Preventive Cardiology07:09 Personal Journeys in Preventive Cardiology10:56 Leadership in Preventive Cardiology14:06 The Future of Preventive Cardiology20:05 Advice for Trainees in Preventive Cardiology25:57 Combating Misinformation in Preventive Cardiology31:01 Barriers to Implementing Prevention37:09 Strategies for Patient Engagement41:34 The Importance of Prevention in Cardiovascular Health44:25 Building a Community in Preventive Cardiology46:47 Key Insights and Resources See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Welcome to the Heart of Prevention! 27.02.2025 2min

  The Heart of Prevention is a podcast that helps clinicians stay up to date on preventive cardiology. Hosted by Cardiovascular Disease Fellow Keerthana Pakanati, MD, each episode features leading experts discussing real-world strategies to prevent heart disease, from lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to medical treatments , including new therapies. This podcast explores emerging research, innovative technologies, and patient-centered approaches, giving listeners actionable tools for their practice. We bring in experts actively shaping the field, ensuring the latest, most practical insights. Whether you're a medical student, resident, or practicing clinician, this podcast challenges, informs, and enhances your approach to cardiovascular prevention.The Heart of Prevention. Keeping Hearts Healthy, One Episode at a Time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.