Mar 3 Cardiology News
AF progression, alcohol and CV risk, embolic protection during TAVR, hydration to prevent contrast-induced nephropathy, and MRI in patients with cardiac devices are discussed in this week ' s podcast. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - March 3, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Life and Times of Leading Cardiologists: Kim Eagle
When working as a fly fishing guide, Dr Eagle met the mentor who changed his life and paid for his medical training. He tells Dr Magnus Ohman how this lucky encounter inspired a life of philanthropy. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 28, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Feb 24 Cardiology News
Cerebral microinfarcts, reduced-dose NOACs, quadpill for hypertension, and inappropriate ICD shocks are topics discussed by Dr John Mandrola in this week ' s podcast. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 24, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Bare-Metal, Drug-Eluting, and Bioresorbable Stents in Context
Drs Sandhu, Bell and Gulati discuss NORSTENT, LEADERS FREE, and the disappointing data on bioresorbable scaffolds. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 22, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Feb 17 Cardiology News
Calcium scores, NOAC usage, the Mediterranean diet, AF hospitalization outcomes, and waist-to-hip ratio and genetic predisposition to type 2 diabetes and CHD are discussed in this week ' s podcast. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 17, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Feb 10 Cardiology News
Mobility and BP, rivaroxaban for MACE prevention, alirocumab safety, brain injury after LV ablation, and texting for patient care are the topics discussed by Dr John Mandrola in this week ' s podcast (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 10, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Congenital Heart Disease Arrhythmias March to Their Own Beat
Dr Egbe leads an expert panel covering the key treatment strategies in treating atrial and ventricular arrhythmias in congenital heart disease patients. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 6, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

The Primary Endpoint Is Positive: What More Do You Need?
Dr Gregg Stone reviews the questions to ask before accepting the results of a ' positive ' clinical trial. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 6, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

The Primary Endpoint Is Negative: What Happens Now?
Stuart Pocock reviews 12 key considerations when the outcome of a clinical trial is negative, using familiar trials to illustrate these points. Can the data be salvaged, or is it a ' no-hoper ' ? (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 6, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Feb 3 Cardiology News
FDA approval of CardioInsight, red flags on vascular-closure device, morbidity in older ICD patients, US vs non-US trained physicians, and top-line findings from the FOURIER PCSK9 inhibitor study. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 3, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Making Cardiology Family-Friendly Helps Men and Women
Why are only 13% of cardiologists women? Drs Harrington and Duvernoy discuss results from the recent ACC lifestyle survey and strategies for making cardiology ' a more human place. ' (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 2, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

STICH Women: Don't Shy Away From Surgery in HFrEF
Dr Ileana Pi ñ a reviews outcomes of women who participated in the STICH trial. The results surprised her, and they may surprise you, too. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - February 2, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Lower NOAC Doses Used Despite Lack of Data
We need large-scale observational studies of real-world patients to determine the safety and efficacy of lower doses of NOACs, says Dr Goldhaber. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - January 23, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Jan 20 Cardiology News
Periprocedural anticoagulation in AF, bioresorbable stents, hypertension guidelines, clinician estimates of benefits/harms, and industry ties with patient advocacy groups are discussed this week. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - January 20, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts

Life and Times of Leading Cardiologists: Cindy Grines
A pioneer in the early days of interventional cardiology, Dr Grines did not let motherhood derail her career, even if it meant bringing her kids to the cath lab. (Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Cardiology Podcast - January 17, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts