Topic
Heart Failure (HF)
Podcasts
CardioNerds # 462Aug 13, 2026Tricuspid Regurgitation
CardioNerds (Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, Dr. Cory Sejo, and Dr. Joseph Kassab), discuss tricuspid regurgitation evaluation and management with Dr. Sunil Mankad. 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 Emma Winakur.
- CardioNerds # 459Jul 23, 2026
The Continuum of Prevention and Heart Failure
CardioNerds discuss the continuum of prevention and heart failure with Drs. Anu Lala and Martha Gulati. Grounded in a clinical case of a 55-year-old woman with uncontrolled hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and obesity who is on the trajectory toward heart failure, this episode unpacks a paradigm-shifting framework from a joint HFSA/ASPC Scientific Statement. The discussion explores how prevention should not be siloed from heart failure management but rather integrated across a patient’s lifespan—from primary prevention in at-risk individuals, to secondary prevention in those with established heart failure, to tertiary prevention in patients with advanced therapies such as LVADs and heart transplantation. The experts highlight the importance of aggressive risk factor management, biomarker-guided screening, the AHA’s Life’s Essential 8, and the need for multidisciplinary collaboration and systems-level change to shift heart failure care from reactive to proactive. Audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Dr. Julia Marques Fernandes.
- CardioNerds # 450May 25, 2026
Journal Club: The I-CLASS Registry
Join CardioNerds EP Council Chair Dr. Naima Maqsood and Episode Lead Dr. Sukriti Banthiya as they discuss the results of the International Collaborative LBBAP Study (I-CLAS) with expert faculty Dr. Theofanie Mela and Dr. Pugazhendhi Vijayraman. Audio editing by CardioNerds academy intern, Grace Qiu. The International Collaborative LBBAP Study (I-CLAS) evaluated clinical outcomes between biventricular pacing (BVP) and left bundle branch area pacing (LBBAP) in patients with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) ≤50% undergoing cardiac resynchronization therapy. Between January 2018 and June 2023, 2,579 patients were enrolled across 18 centers. The primary composite outcome was defined as all-cause mortality or heart failure hospitalization. LBBAP demonstrated a shorter paced QRS duration and was associated with a lower risk of primary composite outcome and heart failure hospitalization. No significant difference was observed in all-cause mortality. Additionally, procedural complications were lower with LBBAP. This episode was planned in collaboration with Heart Rhythm TV with mentorship from Dr. Daniel Alyesh and Dr. Mehak Dhande.
Curbsiders # 524May 4, 2026SHM Converge 2026–Recap
Stay current with updates in hospital medicine from SHM Converge 2026 in Nashville, TN.
Cardiology # 21Jan 20, 2026Current HFpEF Treatments: Clinical Pearls & Progress
If your New Year’s resolution involves learning more about current practice guidelines and emerging research on Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), you’re in the right place! In this episode of the BackTable Cardiology Podcast, host Dr. Hady Lichaa welcomes heart failure specialist Dr. Jessica Huston to provide a practical update on managing heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).
- CardioNerds # 438Dec 15, 2025
Heart Failure: Perioperative Heart Transplant Management
In this episode, the CardioNerds (Dr. Natalie Tapaskar, Dr. Jenna Skowronski, and Dr. Shazli Khan) discuss the process of heart transplantation from the initial donor selection to the time a patient is discharged with Dr. Dave Kaczorowski and Dr. Jason Katz. We dissect a case where we understand criteria for donor selection, the differences between DBD and DCD organ donors, the choice of vasoactive agents in the post-operative period, complications such as cardiac tamponade, and the choice of immunosuppression in the immediate post-operative period. Most importantly, we highlight the importance of multi-disciplinary teams in the care of transplant patients. Audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Dr. Julia Marques Fernandes.
- Cardiology # 6Sep 23, 2025
Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices (pVADs)
It’s no shock that percutaneous ventricular assist devices (pVADs) play an important role in improving cardiogenic shock outcomes (pun intended). In this episode of the BackTable Cardiology Podcast, host Dr. Sameh Sayfo interviews Dr. Babar Basir, a renowned interventional cardiologist from Michigan, about advancements and protocols in managing cardiogenic shock.
- Curbsiders # 496Aug 25, 2025
Hotcakes: Cannabidiol (CBD)-Induced Liver Injury, IV Iron for HFrEF, Bedtime BP Meds, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & RA, Finerenone for HFpEF
Join us as we review recent practice-changing articles on cannabidiol (CBD)-induced liver injury, IV iron for HFrEF, bedtime administration of blood pressure meds, carpal tunnel syndrome & rheumatoid arthritis , & FDA approval of finerenone for HFpEF. Fill your brain hole with a delicious stack of hotcakes! Featuring Paul Williams (@PaulNWilliamz), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Nora Taranto (@norataranto) and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto).
- Curbsiders # 482May 5, 2025
Recap from SHM #Converge25
We recap the top pearls for the hospitalist from #SHM #Converge25 hitting updates in GI, stroke, anticoagulation, perioperative medicine, artificial intelligence, and more.
- Curbsiders # 469Feb 3, 2025
Inpatient Heart Failure
Master inpatient heart failure management! Learn key tips for initiating guideline-directed medical therapy, diuretic therapy pearls, and ensuring smooth transitions of care. We are joined by Dr. Gurusher Panjrath @PanjrathG (GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences-Dr. Panjrath).
- Curbsiders # 460Nov 4, 2024
Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Preserve your sanity while treating heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) illuminates this confounding cardiac condition.
- Curbsiders # 459Oct 28, 2024
DIGEST: Finerenone for Heart Failure, PCV21 & the Latest Pneumonia Vaccine Recs, 24-hour vs 15-hour Oxygen Therapy, & PREVENT vs PCE for Cardiovascular Risk Estimation
Join us as we review recent articles and news featured in The DIGEST issues #56 and #57, including finerenone for heart failure, the skinny on pneumonia vaccines and the latest, PCV21, long-term oxygen therapy (the REDOX trial), and the PREVENT vs PCE cardiovascular risk equations. Fill your brain hole with a fully digestible meal! Featuring Alex Chaitoff (@alexchaitoff), Rahul Ganatra (@rbganatra), Nora Taranto (@norataranto), and Matt Watto (@doctorwatto). Note: **Update on Pneumonia Vaccine from ACIP: After we recorded and just before we published this episode, the CDC updated its vaccine guidance to include pneumonia vaccination for all adults aged 50 years and older to receive either PCV20, PCV21, or the combination of PCV15 followed by PPSV23 one year later (CDC site accessed 24 Oct 2024).**
- Curbsiders # 458Oct 21, 2024
Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
Provide superb outpatient care for your patients with HFrEF. Identify underlying causes of heart failure and titrate medications with ease. Dr Michelle Kittleson @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai) breaks down the nuances of treating this common cardiac condition.
- Curbsiders # 438May 6, 2024
Recap from SHM #Converge24
We went to it so you don’t have to!
- Curbsiders # 427Feb 19, 2024
Kittleson Rules Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis demystified. Learn the clinical clues that suggest possible amyloidosis and how to order the correct tests to diagnose this disease. We are joined by Dr. Michelle Kittleson who shows us the ropes of treating fibril accumulation, @MKittlesonMD (Cedars Sinai).
- Curbsiders # 408Sep 18, 2023
COPD in Older Adults
Level up COPD management in older adults. Start with learning the latest in COPD diagnosis and classification, then stay for the mind-blowing inhaler misuse & cost discussion. We’re joined by a dynamic (and interprofessional) duo: Dr. Leah Witt (@leahjwitt) and Dr. Amber Lanae Martirosov, PharmD (@AmberMartirosov).