Getting to the Heart of Health Care: Perspectives from an Esteemed Cardiologist

This episode’s guest is Dr. Nelson Trujillo, a cardiologist out of Boulder, Colorado, who also has a background in biomedical engineering and nuclear medicine. Dr. Trujillo shares his personal journey, the influence of prominent mentors, why he gravitated toward the prevention of cardiovascular disease, and the notable paradigm shifts he has observed during his career. He shares some insights about “triple rule out,” diagnosing acute coronary syndrome, and considerations when evaluating major risk factors. Dr. Trujillo also talks about prevention and intervention strategies—from adopting a Mediterranean diet to the threshold between benefits and risks with exercise, and the ongoing debate about the impact of alcohol. In addition, he highlights some of the promising research and ideas that may change how we predict coronary disease and improve outcomes. For comments, suggestions or topics you would like to see us cover you can email the show at  [email protected] Feedback or episode ideas email the show at [email protected]: Information provided in this podcast should not be relied upon for personal, medical, legal, or financial decisions and you should consult an appropriate professional for specific advice that pertains to your situation. Health care providers should exercise their professional judgment in connection with the provision of healthcare services. The information contained in this podcast is not intended to be, nor is it, a substitute for medical diagnosis, treatment, advice, or judgment relative to a patient’s specific condition.