Heart Podcast
BMJ Group
The Heart Podcast is your go-to source for the latest insights and developments in cardiovascular medicine. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest advances in cardiovascular research and treatments.
Heart - heart.bmj.com - is a renowned international journal from the BMJ Group and the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) dedicated to publishing research and reviews on cardiovascular disease. Stay ahead in your field by tuning into our expert discussions and accessing cutting-edge information.
Subscribe now or listen on your favourite podcast platform to elevate your understanding of cardiovascular medicine. The Heart podcast is published every other Tuesday.
Podcast hosted by:
James Rudd, Digital Media Editor, University of Cambridge
Heart - heart.bmj.com - is a renowned international journal from the BMJ Group and the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) dedicated to publishing research and reviews on cardiovascular disease. Stay ahead in your field by tuning into our expert discussions and accessing cutting-edge information.
Subscribe now or listen on your favourite podcast platform to elevate your understanding of cardiovascular medicine. The Heart podcast is published every other Tuesday.
Podcast hosted by:
James Rudd, Digital Media Editor, University of Cambridge
Episodes
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Sep 2, 2022 • 20min
Bullying in UK cardiology: a systemic problem requiring systemic solutions
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Dr James Rudd, is joined by BJCA President Dr Fielder Camm from Oxford, UK. They discuss his recent publication in Heart concerning bullying of trainees in UK cardiology and what we can all do to improve things.
If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Jul 22, 2022 • 20min
Can we use mathematics to reduce aortic stenosis waiting lists?
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Dr James Rudd, is joined by Dr Ramesh Nadarajah from the University of Leeds. They discuss their recent paper on Covid-bloated waiting lists and whether modelling can help to improve the situation for patients with aortic stenosis. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Link to published paper: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/12/6/e059309
Jul 7, 2022 • 15min
Evaluation of the causes of sex disparity in heart failure trials
Dr. Holly Morgan discusses the sex disparity in heart failure trials, exploring biases towards men in research and the need for increased female inclusion. The podcast analyzes reasons for gender differences in trial recruitment, highlighting variations in female representation and proposing solutions for better equality.
Jun 23, 2022 • 18min
Sleepiness and cardiovascular risk
Dr Virend Somers from The Mayo Clinic joins host Dr James Rudd to discuss the connections between sleepiness and cardiovascular risk. They explore the definitions of excessive daytime sleepiness, the link between sleepiness and increased cardiovascular risk, and potential factors contributing to this relationship. They also discuss the relationship between sleep disorders and cardiovascular risk, including the impact of shift patterns and night-time working.
Jun 9, 2022 • 27min
CPET testing in heart failure - a masterclass with Dr. Buber from Seattle
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Dr. James Rudd, is joined by Dr. Buber from Seattle. They discuss all aspects of CPET testing for heart failure and many other indications. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Link to published paper: https://heart.bmj.com/content/early/2022/04/10/heartjnl-2021-319617
May 27, 2022 • 26min
Aortopathy in Pregnancy
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Dr Andrew Perry is joined by Dr. Stephanie Curtis, a physician at the Bristol Royal Infirmary who specializes in caring for women who are pregnant and have co-morbid aortopathy. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Link to published paper: https://heart.bmj.com/content/early/2022/02/09/heartjnl-2021-319828
May 13, 2022 • 18min
Physician judgement vs risk scores - are we as good as we think?
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Dr James Rudd, is joined by Dr Christopher Fordyce from the University of British Columbia. They discuss how good physicians are at judging the nature of chest pain. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Link to published paper: https://heart.bmj.com/content/108/11/860
Apr 29, 2022 • 25min
A comprehensive review on heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF)
Dr. Harriette Van Spall from McMaster University discusses the diagnosis, mechanisms, and management of Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). They highlight clinical trials, disparities research, big data research, and digital health technology. The podcast covers the definition, pathophysiology, and complexities of HFpEF. They also discuss the role of anti-pro-BNP in the scoring system, lifestyle-based therapies, exercise, and digital health interventions for HFpEF patients. The importance of clinical assessment, non-cardiac monitoring, and the use of remote monitoring and digital health technologies is highlighted.
Apr 19, 2022 • 27min
The BCS Centenary - the past, present and future of British Cardiology
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Dr James Rudd, is joined by past British Cardiovascular Society president, Dr Iain Simpson, and BCS archivist and cardiologist Dr Caroline Coats. They discuss the formation of the BCS, its more recent history and some of the world-leading advances that British cardiology has made over the last 100 years. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a podcast review at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/heart-podcast/id445358212?mt=2
Link to published paper: https://heart.bmj.com/content/108/10/761
Read the special issue: https://heart.bmj.com/content/108/10.
Mar 22, 2022 • 23min
Searching for genetic causes of cardiomyopathy
In this episode of the Heart podcast, Social Media Intern, Dr Andrew Perry is joined by Dr. Gasnat Shaboodien, a researcher at the University of Cape Town who studies the genetics of cardiovascular disease.
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Link to published paper: https://heart.bmj.com/content/early/2022/02/08/heartjnl-2021-320424
