Personalized Approaches in Cardiometabolic Care

This chapter explores the importance of personalized medicine in managing cardiometabolic health, focusing on preventative strategies at various stages of disease. The speakers discuss the nuanced interpretation of lipid metrics and coronary calcium scores, highlighting how these can mislead risk assessments. Additionally, they emphasize the necessity for individualized treatment plans, particularly regarding the use of medications like aspirin and statins, while challenging conventional beliefs about plaque and cardiovascular risk.