Varun Sundaram
Cardiologist and clinical trialist focused on heart failure and metabolic therapies; serves as Section Chief at the Lewis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center and is an associate professor involved in GLP-1/AF research presented in this episode.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 22min
432. Journal Club: The TRANSFORM-AF Trial with Dr. Sanjeev Saksena and Dr. Varun Sundaram
In this discussion, Dr. Varun Sundaram, a renowned cardiologist focused on heart failure, and Dr. Sanjeev Saksena, an expert electrophysiologist, delve into the TRANSFORM-AF Trial's groundbreaking findings. They explore how GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce atrial fibrillation events in diabetic patients with obesity. The trial revealed a significant 13% decrease in AF-related hospitalizations and emphasized the need for early intervention in managing AF. Additionally, they discuss the potential of GLP-1 benefits beyond weight loss and the crucial role of inflammation in AF and heart failure.
Jun 3, 2024 • 17min
Late Breaking Clinical Trial updates from Heart Failure 2024
Experts from around the world discuss late-breaking clinical trials on heart failure, including hypertonic saline, echo substudy, and PRAISE-HFpEF results. The podcast dives into the evolving landscape of AF ablation as a primary treatment for heart failure patients, exploring its advantages over traditional drug therapies and highlighting the potential benefits for improved patient outcomes.
