Breaking Health
Episode: 171 - Heart Health Month: Jeffrey Wessler on Providing Virtual Cardiovascular Healthcare
Feb 18, 2025
Jeffrey Wessler, MD, MPhil, is the CEO of Heartbeat Health, a company reshaping virtual cardiology. He discusses the transformative role of telemedicine in cardiovascular care and how it effectively addresses skepticism around remote healthcare. Wessler emphasizes the importance of hybrid care models and innovations in technology for improving patient outcomes. He also shares insights on being a physician-entrepreneur, navigating healthcare disparities, and the impact of GLP-1 medications on cardiac health while advocating for awareness during Heart Health Month.
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Quick takeaways
- Heartbeat Health's virtual cardiology model demonstrates that most cardiac management can be effectively conducted remotely, improving patient access to care.
- Dr. Wessler highlights the importance of partnerships with primary care providers in addressing the growing demand for cardiovascular services and enhancing patient outcomes.
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Innovative Virtual Cardiology Model
Heartbeat Health operates as a virtual cardiology company, delivering cardiovascular services across the U.S. without the need for physical clinics. With a team of cardiologists and advanced practitioners, it employs a combination of televisits and remote diagnostic tests to manage heart disease. This approach challenges traditional beliefs about cardiology care by demonstrating that a majority of cardiac management can be performed remotely. Heartbeat effectively aims to manage patients' conditions proactively, utilizing modern diagnostic tools to minimize the need for in-office examinations.
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