

Austin Baraki
Physician guest with expertise in clinical practice and kidney/ cardiovascular physiology who discusses recent hypertension guidelines, treatment strategies, and screening for primary aldosteronism.
Top 5 podcasts with Austin Baraki
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Oct 7, 2025 • 1h 8min
Episode #369: The 2025 Blood Pressure Update
In this discussion, physician Austin Baraki, an expert in kidney and cardiovascular physiology, explores crucial changes in hypertension management. He details the shift from strict blood pressure cutoffs to a risk-based approach, emphasizing the new 2025 ACC/AHA guidelines aiming for lower systolic targets. Baraki highlights the importance of screening for the often-overlooked primary aldosteronism and supports using low-dose combination therapy for better outcomes. He also evaluates the new Apple Watch feature for hypertension detection and its clinical implications.

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Sep 17, 2024 • 1h 33min
166. Teaching and Communication w/ Austin Baraki
In this engaging conversation, Austin Baraki, an educator and teacher, shares his insights on effective communication strategies in medical education. He discusses the importance of understanding your audience and adapting your message for diverse groups. Baraki explores navigating uncomfortable conversations, using real-life examples to enhance learning, and the role of emotional intelligence in healthcare settings. His focus on active listening and feedback provides valuable takeaways for both educators and healthcare professionals.

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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 32min
Episode #368: The Rundown (4)
Dr. Austin Baraki, a physician and expert in clinical medicine, joins Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum to dive into a variety of intriguing topics. They discuss the unlikely scenario of a creatine overdose involving golfer Ben Griffin, critique cancer risk factors related to GLP-1 agonists, and unpack the new weight loss drug, MariTide. They also explore LeBron James' unusual exercise routines, the potential dangers of AI in medicine, and the impacts of plant-based diets on blood pressure.

Dec 2, 2019 • 1h 11min
#186 Sarcopenia: Raising the Bar in Primary Care
Join Dr. Austin Baraki, an academic hospitalist, and Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, a primary care physician and Barbell Medicine founder, as they dive into sarcopenia, the decline in muscle strength. They discuss how to diagnose and manage this condition through exercise prescriptions and tailored nutritional advice. Discover their insights on engaging patients in lifestyle changes despite comorbidities, and the vital role of resistance training and protein intake. Expect personal anecdotes and humor sprinkled throughout this enlightening conversation on health!

May 31, 2019 • 1h 15min
Austin Baraki MD | Beyond the SRA Curve
Dr. Austin Baraki, a physician and co-owner of Barbell Medicine, blends medical expertise with strength training insights. He discusses the limitations of the SRA curve, emphasizing internal load markers for optimal training. The impact of psychosocial stress on performance, particularly during finals, is explored alongside personalized training approaches for athletes. Austin also debunks myths about sciatica and addresses effective recovery strategies for golfer's elbow, advocating a balanced understanding of psychological and physical factors in rehabilitation.