57 - Understanding Heart Disease w/ Cardiac Surgery Dr. Seenu Reddy
May 2, 2024 ·
45m 20s
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In this insightful episode, join us as we delve into the complexities of heart disease with Dr. Reddy, a cardiac surgeon with over two decades of experience. From understanding the...
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In this insightful episode, join us as we delve into the complexities of heart disease with Dr. Reddy, a cardiac surgeon with over two decades of experience. From understanding the early onset of heart disease to discussing its treatment options, including the revolutionary TAVR procedure and the promising future of cardiac care, this episode is packed with invaluable knowledge. Whether you're curious about how heart disease affects the body or interested in the latest surgical advancements, this conversation sheds light on the myriad aspects of cardiac health.
Please check out our Episode Resources below:
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2:12 - Segment 1: Introduction
5:59 - Segment 2: Understanding Atherosclerosis and Heart Disease
Stage 1 Stage 2
17:27 - Segment 3: Cardiologist vs Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiologists are often the first contact point after a primary care doctor. When a patient has heart issues, a doctor will likely send them to a cardiologist. A cardiologist focuses on the heart and surrounding blood vessels.
Cardiac surgeons work on cardiologists' advice and provide treatment of complicated surgical procedures. A cardiac surgeon performs complex invasive surgeries on the heart and lungs. They rarely see their patients outside of surgical consultation, operation, and early aftercare.
22:25 - Segment 4: Open Heart Surgery Explained Describe open-heart surgery in a way anyone can understand.
Video of Open Heart Valve Replacement link
38:10 - Segment 5: Shift to Minimally Invasive Valve Replacement Explain how traditional valve replacement evolved into Minimally Invasive open-heart procedures.
39:50 - Closing: Importance of Heart Health and the upcoming Deep Dive
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Please check out our Episode Resources below:
------🔎RESOURCES🔎
2:12 - Segment 1: Introduction
- Short Intro: Briefly establish his credentials and passion for cardiac surgery
- What drew him to medicine and cardiac surgery?
- Years of experience and training in medical school, residency, etc.
- Current role at HCA
5:59 - Segment 2: Understanding Atherosclerosis and Heart Disease
Stage 1 Stage 2
17:27 - Segment 3: Cardiologist vs Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiologists are often the first contact point after a primary care doctor. When a patient has heart issues, a doctor will likely send them to a cardiologist. A cardiologist focuses on the heart and surrounding blood vessels.
Cardiac surgeons work on cardiologists' advice and provide treatment of complicated surgical procedures. A cardiac surgeon performs complex invasive surgeries on the heart and lungs. They rarely see their patients outside of surgical consultation, operation, and early aftercare.
22:25 - Segment 4: Open Heart Surgery Explained Describe open-heart surgery in a way anyone can understand.
- Why is it sometimes necessary?
- Left ventricle common issues that are corrected with surgery.
Video of Open Heart Valve Replacement link
38:10 - Segment 5: Shift to Minimally Invasive Valve Replacement Explain how traditional valve replacement evolved into Minimally Invasive open-heart procedures.
- Minimally Invasive Breakthrough:
- Describe his outpatient technique step-by-step.
- Emphasize how this differs from traditional surgery.
- Patient Impact:
- Dramatic changes in recovery time and risks
- Who benefits the most from this technology?
- Video: Minimally Invasive
39:50 - Closing: Importance of Heart Health and the upcoming Deep Dive
- Vic & Seenu open discussion
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