Topic
Aortic Stenosis
Podcasts
CardioNerds # 476Nov 5, 2026Hemodynamics of Valvular Heart Disease
CardioNerds (Drs. Apoorva Gangavelli, Cory Sejo, and Joseph Kassab) discuss the hemodynamics of valvular heart disease with Dr. Michael Brener. Using pressure-volume loops and clinical cases, they explain ventricular loading, myocardial energetics, and ventricular-arterial coupling, then apply these concepts to aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, and tricuspid regurgitation. Audio editing by CardioNerds Academy intern, Joshua Khorsandi. This episode was produced as part of the CardioNerds Academy curriculum by House Einthoven under the guidance of House Chief, Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, and Academy Program Director, Dr. Gurleen Kaur. A matching review article will be published in US Cardiology Review, the official journal of CardioNerds. Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values.
Cardiology # 48Aug 18, 2026Understanding Transcaval Access for Cardiac Procedures
How can transcaval access transform options for patients with challenging vascular anatomy undergoing TAVR and other cardiac procedures? On this episode of the BackTable Cardiology Podcast, host Dr. Hady Lichaa interviews Dr. Pedro Villablanca, a structural interventionalist at Henry Ford Hospital, about the expanding role of transcaval techniques. They discuss how transcaval access leverages the IVC and aorta to bypass small or diseased vessels, offering transfemoral-like ergonomics, conscious sedation, and less radiation exposure for carefully selected patients.
- CardioNerds # 461Aug 11, 2026
Pre-Pregnancy Risk Stratification & Counseling
CardioNerds (Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, Dr. Rebecca Garber, and Dr. Tina Reddy), discuss pre-pregnancy risk stratification and counseling with Dr. Katie Young across a range of risks. This episode was produced as part of the CardioNerds Academy curriculum by House Einthoven under the guidance of House Chief, Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli and Academy Program Director, Dr. Gurleen Kaur. A matching review article will be published in US Cardiology Review, the official journal of CardioNerds. This discussion was planned in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Board Review Course. Audio editing by CardioNerds intern, Dr. Patrick Pekyi-Boateng.
- Cardiology # 41Jun 30, 2026
Exploring LV Pacing in TAVR Procedures
Is it time to move beyond RV pacing and rethink the future of TAVR procedures with dedicated LV pacing strategies? In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, host Stephanie Younes talks with Dr. Jeff Southard, interventional cardiologist at UC Davis, about the evolution of left ventricular (LV) pacing and its impact on TAVR workflow. They discuss the limitations of earlier off-the-shelf LV pacing methods, the reasons for relying on RV pacing in the past, and how a shift to dedicated LV pacing wires is changing daily practice for both balloon-expandable and self-expanding valves.
- Cardiology # 35May 12, 2026
Interventional Cardiology Insights: A Journey with Innovations
What do the very first TAVRs, rotational atherectomies, and angioplasty studies have in common? Dr. William O’Neill, an esteemed interventional cardiologist whose collaboration and innovation have shaped the field of interventional cardiology. In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, host Dr. Babar Basir welcomes his mentor Dr. William O’Neill. Together, they trace the evolution of interventional cardiology through personal stories, groundbreaking research, and the lasting impact of mentorship and teamwork on the specialty’s past, present, and future.
- Cardiology # 16Dec 9, 2025
The Evolution of TAVR: Historical Insights & Future Innovations
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) may be a standard cardiac procedure today, but its origin story follows an intriguing tale of courage, innovation and heart. In this episode of BackTable Cardiology, renowned cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Michael Mack, a global leader in structural heart disease from Baylor Scott White Health, shares the history of TAVR, highlighting its origins, key clinical trials, and the eventual success of TAVR as a primary therapy.
Curbsiders # 463Nov 25, 2024Tofurkey-Cakes: A Hypertension Triple Pill, Arm Position & BP, Early TAVR, Liberal vs Restrictive Transfusions, New Periop Guidelines
Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on a new triple pill for hypertension, how arm position affects blood pressure, early TAVR for asymptomatic patients with severe AS, liberal versus restrictive transfusion strategy in patients with acute brain injury, and a quick overview of the 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative medicine guidelines. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of tofurkey cakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Jen DeSalvo (@drjendesalvo), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).
Vascular & IR # 88Oct 10, 2020Intro to Structural Heart Disease
Interventional Cardiologists Dr. Rajeev Narayan and Dr. Achal Sahai discuss training for and building a Structural Heart Disease program, including TAVR and Watchman procedures.