Love Your Heart: A Cleveland Clinic Podcast

Lee Kirksey, MD, and J. Eduardo Corso, MD, explain how smoking and nicotine damage blood vessels and drive conditions like peripheral artery disease, aneurysms, heart attack and stroke. They discuss why quitting smoking can slow disease progression, improve outcomes after vascular treatment and improve long-term health and quality of life.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get treatment for vascular disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/vascular-disease-treatmentLearn more about nicotine dependence. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24482-nicotine-dependence

This episode is an encore presentation of "Managing Aortic Aneurysms," which originally premiered in March 2025.Francis (Frank) Caputo, MD, and Marijan Koprivanac, MD, explain what aortic aneurysms are, why they develop and how doctors decide when treatment is needed. They discuss monitoring, surgical and endovascular options and how care is tailored to each patient based on risk and overall health.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get treatment for aortic aneurysms. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatment

This episode is an encore presentation of "Living Well with Heart Failure: All About LVAD," which originally premiered in February 2025.A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump that is placed at the bottom of your heart and helps a weak left ventricle pump blood to your aorta and throughout your body. Pavan Bhat, MD, and Michael Tong, MD, discuss its use as a bridge between treatment and a heart transplant, or as a destination therapy that continues to provide improved outcomes.Get treatment for heart failure. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/heart-failure-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Cleveland Clinic heart experts explain mitral valve disease: what regurgitation (leakage) and stenosis (narrowing) are, how they’re found with an ultrasound of the heart and when treatment may be needed. Learn why regular follow-up matters, even if you feel fine, and how today’s treatment options - from minimally invasive surgery to catheter-based procedures - can help you get back to living a full, active life.Learn more about our heart experts:Cardiothoracic surgeon Marc Gillinov, MD - https://cle.clinic/41AjKQkCardiologist Samir Kapadia, MD - https://cle.clinic/4tJiBleCardiologist Rhonda Miyasaka, MD - https://cle.clinic/4ckfUiLCardiothoracic surgeon Per Wierup, MD, PhD - https://cle.clinic/4tS6FhSCardiologist Amar Krishnaswamy, MD - https://cle.clinic/4fbs0MqGet treatment for mitral valve disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/mitral-and-tricuspid-heart-valve-disease Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Cardiologists Allan Klein, MD, and Deborah Kwon, MD, explain what pericarditis is and the key symptoms that come with it. They discuss the how the condition is diagnoses and the range of treatments that can help people recover and reduce the risk of recurrence.Get treatment for pericarditis.   https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/pericardial-disease-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly eNewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Vascular surgeons Sean Lyden, MD, and Jon Quatromoni, MD, discuss the clinical trials that are leading to less invasive, more effective treatments for aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease and peripheral artery disease. They explain how these studies aim to slow disease, reduce stroke risk and expand treatment options so patients can live longer, healthier lives.Get treatment for vascular disease.   https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/vascular-disease-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Lars Svensson, MD, PhD and Milind Desai, MD, MBA explain what aortic valve regurgitation is, why it matters and how it’s diagnosed, even when symptoms are easy to miss. Learn about treatment options, including when valve repair may be possible and how patients and care teams decide on the best long-term plan.Get treatment for aortic valve disease.   https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-valve-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Eric Roselli, MD, and Patrick Vargo, MD, explain aortic coarctation, a congenital narrowing of the aorta. Coarctation often requires lifelong monitoring, even after childhood repair. The physicians discuss modern treatment options, warning signs in adults and how today’s surgical and minimally invasive advances can help patients live longer, healthier lives.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

In part two of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic heart specialists continue their heart health conversation with tips on exercise and managing conditions chronic conditions. They also discuss supplements, medications and seeking a second opinion, helping you make informed decisions about your heart health.View the full program on YouTube. https://youtu.be/S3ckxsfYvZE?si=pTP20iS7hjL4wzZ8Meet the panel of experts:Maria Mountis, DO (moderator) https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/maria-mountis/4267473Grant Reed, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/grant-reed/4268447Ashish Sarraju, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/ashish-sarraju/4268466Tyler Taigen, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/tyler-taigen/4268471

In part one of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic heart specialists  answer your most common questions about staying heart‑healthy at any age. They discuss simple daily habits, ways to lower your risk of heart disease and what steps to take after receiving a heart‑related diagnosis. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. View the full program on YouTube. https://youtu.be/S3ckxsfYvZE?si=pTP20iS7hjL4wzZ8Meet the panel of experts:Maria Mountis, DO (moderator) https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/maria-mountis/4267473Grant Reed, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/grant-reed/4268447Ashish Sarraju, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/ashish-sarraju/4268466Tyler Taigen, MD https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/tyler-taigen/4268471

Learn how Cleveland Clinic’s new WISER (Women's Integrated Sports, Exercise and Research) program supports women at every stage of their athletic journey. Tamanna Singh, MD, and Marie Schaefer, MD, share how this comprehensive center helps athletes improve performance, recover from injury and stay healthy through all phases of life.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Discover how cardiovascular genomics is transforming heart care as Samir Kapadia, MD, and Krishna Aragam, MD, discuss what genetic testing can reveal about risk factors and future health. They explore how early insights, family patterns, and precision‑guided treatments can empower patients to take control of their heart health long before symptoms appear.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/krishna-aragam/5875502

Discover what it takes to navigate pregnancy and parenthood after a heart transplant as Cleveland Clinic cardiologists Maria Mountis, DO, and Karlee Hoffman, DO, share real‑world insight and compassionate guidance. They break down the unique risks, the support systems that make pregnancy possible, and the multidisciplinary care that helps women safely build their families.Get treatment for heart failure. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/heart-failure-treatmentSubscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

How can you live longer and feel better as you age? Leslie Cho, MD, and Luke Laffin, MD, break down what really matters for heart-healthy aging: movement, food, sleep and knowing your numbers. They provide insights informed by a recent Cleveland Clinic heart health survey on Americans’ views of aging well and overlooked heart disease risks. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Heart failure cardiologist  Amanda Vest, MBBS, answers real questions submitted by real people, tackling common concerns about diagnosing and managing heart failure. Dr. Vest discusses heart failure symptoms, testing, treatment options and everyday lifestyle choices. https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/amanda-vest/4268489Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about heart failure treatment and recovery. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/heart-failure-treatmentSubscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Oussama Wazni, MD, MBA, and Jeffery Courson, DO, break down what inherited arrhythmias are, how they’re detected and why early evaluation matters for patients and their families. You'll learn about the comprehensive, team‑based approach Cleveland Clinic uses to support those at risk. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Discover how heart failure impacts women differently and why it matters.  Amanda Vest, MBBS, explores sex-based differences in risk factors, symptoms and treatment outcomes. Learn what the research reveals about optimizing care for women with heart failure.https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/amanda-vest/4268489Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Discover how atrial fibrillation affects women differently and why early intervention matters. Mohamed Kanj, MD, explains gender-based differences in risk factors, symptoms and treatment strategies. Learn the latest clinic insights on therapies that improve outcomes.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Join Amar Krishnaswamy, MD, Head of Interventional Cardiology, and Marijan Koprivanac, MD, Cardiac Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic, as they discuss what patients can expect after aortic valve replacement, whether surgical or transcatheter. Learn about minimally invasive techniques, recovery timelines and the critical role of cardiac rehab and follow-up care to ensure long-term heart health.Get aortic valve disease care at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-valve-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? You're not alone, and you're in the right place. In part two of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic’s vascular experts discuss surgery and less-invasive repair techniques, the recovery experience and how to recognize the signs of an aortic rupture. Learn more about aortic disease treatment.  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Meet the panel: Vascular surgeon Francis Caputo, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/francis-caputo/4271962Vascular Medicine Specialist Scott Cameron, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/scott-cameron/4272046Vascular Surgeon Ali Khalifeh, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/ali-khalifeh/4271964Vascular Surgeon Courtney Hanak, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/courtney-hanak/4271976Vascular Medicine Specialist Pulkit Chaudhury, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/pulkit-chaudhury/4271946

Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? You're not alone, and you're in the right place. In part one of this two part series, Cleveland Clinic’s vascular experts answer questions that real patients asked about abdominal aortic disease. Learn about aneurysm risk factors, genetic links to aortic disease and how lifestyle choices can impact an aneurysm.Learn more about aortic disease treatment.  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Meet the panel: Vascular surgeon Francis Caputo, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/francis-caputo/4271962Vascular Medicine Specialist Scott Cameron, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/scott-cameron/4272046Vascular Surgeon Ali Khalifeh, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/ali-khalifeh/4271964Vascular Surgeon Courtney Hanak, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/courtney-hanak/4271976Vascular Medicine Specialist Pulkit Chaudhury, MD | https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/pulkit-chaudhury/4271946

Hani Najm, MD, and Joanna Ghobrial, MD, explain the latest advances in transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, surgical strategies and lifetime management. Learn how a multidisciplinary approach helps patients live longer, healthier lives with fewer interventions.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Venugopal Menon, MD, and Michael Tong, MD, explain how modern advances are transforming treatment for a rare but life-threatening complication after a heart attack: ventricular septal rupture. Learn why early transfer to an expert center matters, how mechanical support devices buy time for recovery and why surgery remains the definitive solution for saving lives.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

A new Cleveland Clinic study uncovered how gut health could influence serious vascular conditions. Stanley Hazen, MD, PhD, and Scott Cameron, MD, PhD, explain the surprising link between the gut microbiome, TMAO levels and abdominal aortic aneurysms. Learn about emerging research, lifestyle strategies and future treatments that could transform cardiovascular care.Get treatment for aortic disease at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Discover how a multidisciplinary team tackles peripheral artery disease (PAD) with a patient-first approach. Lee Kirksey, MD, Aravinda Nanjundappa, MBBS, MD, and G. Jay Bishop, MD, share how collaborative care across vascular medicine, vascular surgery and cardiology leads to better outcomes and lifelong management.Get treatment for PAD at Cleveland Clinic.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Samir Kapadia, MD, Chairman of Cardiovascular Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, and David Zidar, MD, PhD, an interventional cardiologist and immunologist, introduce the Cardioimmunology Center. They explore how immune system activity can influence heart health and discuss innovative approaches to identifying and managing cardiovascular risk through immunologic insights.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, and Xiaoying Lou, MD, discuss valve-sparing aortic root surgery, an advanced technique that preserves the patient’s native valve while treating aortic aneurysms. They explain who qualifies for this procedure, how it’s performed and why it can offer long-term benefits without lifelong blood thinners.Learn more about aortic valve care. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-valve-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Cleveland Clinic experts Tamanna Singh, MD, and Amanda Vest, MBBS,  discuss how obesity affects heart health, especially in people with heart failure. They share medical strategies like healthy lifestyle changes and new medications that can help improve quality of life.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about heart failure treatment.  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/heart-failure-treatment

Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, discuss Cleveland Clinic’s leadership in lung and multi-organ transplantation, highlighting innovations like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and the collaborative care model that supports complex transplant cases. They also acknowledge Lung Transplant Awareness Day, a national initiative aimed at increasing education about end-stage lung disease.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about lung transplants at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/lung-transplant-surgerySubscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

If you're living with a leaky mitral valve,  valve repair can restore your heart health and your lifestyle. Cleveland Clinic cardiac surgeons Marc Gillinov, MD, and Tarek Malas, MD, explain why valve repair is often better than replacement, how robotic surgery can speed up recovery and what patients can expect after surgery.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources, including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Preventive cardiologist and researcher Luke Laffin, MD, discusses results from the Advance-HTN Phase 2 study. The trial tested a new medication called Lorundrostat for treatment of high blood pressure. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Cleveland Clinic experts discuss how heart conditions uniquely affect older adults. Abdulla Damluji, MD, and Ardeshir Hashmi, MD, explain Cleveland Clinic’s holistic care strategies that integrate cardiology and geriatrics to improve outcomes and quality of life for aging patients and their families.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss techniques for coronary artery bypass surgery and what to expect in recovery in part two of this two-part series.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn more about treatment for coronary artery disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/coronary-artery-disease-treatmentMeet the Panel: Faisal Bakaeen, MD – Cardiac Surgeon & Professor of Surgery https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/faisal-bakaeen/4268440 Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD – Cardiac Surgeon https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/donna-kimmaliardjuk/4268437Tarek Malas, MD – Cardiac Surgeon https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/tarek-malas/4268169

Coronary artery disease means that blood vessels in the heart are blocked, limiting the movement of blood throughout the heart. Expert cardiothoracic surgeons discuss coronary artery disease symptoms, diagnostic testing, medical treatments and considerations for surgery in part one of this two-part series. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Meet the Panel: Faisal Bakaeen, MD – Cardiac Surgeon & Professor of Surgery https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/faisal-bakaeen/4268440Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD – Cardiac Surgeon https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/donna-kimmaliardjuk/4268437Tarek Malas, MD – Cardiac Surgeon https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/tarek-malas/4268169

Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Marie Budev, DO, from Cleveland Clinic’s Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program discuss how their multidisciplinary team manages lung failure and advances transplant care. Learn about techniques like ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) and ECMO bridging, and how Cleveland Clinic is expanding access to transplantation for complex patients.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about lung transplants at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/lung-transplant-surgery

Faisal Bakaeen, MD, and Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, discuss the benefits and considerations of multi-arterial coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), a technique that can improve long-term outcomes for patients with coronary artery disease. They share insights on patient selection, surgical innovations, personalized care and optimal medical management to ensure lifelong success after bypass surgery.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about Coronary Artery Disease treatment at Cleveland Clinic.

Steven Nissen, MD, shares research about a new treatment for elevated lipoprotein(a) levels called Lepodisiran. Lowering lipoprotein(a) levels can improve a patient's risk for blocked arteries and aortic valve disease. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about lipoprotein(a). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/25226-lipoprotein-a

When a heart is weak after a heart attack, cardiac arrest or surgery, mechanical circulatory support (MCS) can help the heart function while it heals or assist patients long-term.  Cleveland Clinic experts discuss MCS devices, specifically the Impella percutaneous left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Meet the presenters:Amar Krishnaswamy, MD - Section Head of Invasive & Interventional Cardiology https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/amar-krishnaswamy/4268366Edward Soltesz, MD, MPH - Surgical Director of the Kaufman Center for Heart Failure and Recovery  https://providers.clevelandclinic.org/provider/edward-soltesz/4268184

A recent clinical trial has shown exciting results for a new combination pill that could help people at high risk for heart disease. This pill combines two medications that work together to lower LDL cholesterol.  Steven Nissen, MD, and Ashish Sarraju, MD, explain how this new treatment compares to existing options and why it might be a game-changer for people who struggle to reach healthy cholesterol levels, even with current medications. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm.   Learn more about living with thoracic aortic disease, including risk factors, when to plan for surgery and the latest treatment advances.Learn more about our heart experts:Cardiothoracic surgeon Eric Roselli, MD - https://cle.clinic/3fnJ5FACardiothoracic surgeon Patrick Vargo, MD - https://cle.clinic/2W2AL4KVascular surgeon Francis Caputo, MD - http://cle.clinic/3r1xMGGCardiologist Vidyasagar Kalahasti, MD - https://cle.clinic/4kU1No6Cardiologist Milind Desai, MD, MBA - https://cle.clinic/2XvWi51Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm. A panel of heart experts will explain causes, diagnosis and treatments for thoracic aortic disease, also known as aortic disease, that occurs within the chest. Learn more about our heart experts:Vascular surgeon Francis Caputo, MD - http://cle.clinic/3r1xMGGCardiologist Milind Desai, MD, MBA - https://cle.clinic/2XvWi51Cardiologist Vidyasagar Kalahasti, MD - https://cle.clinic/4kU1No6Cardiothoracic surgeon Eric Roselli, MD - https://cle.clinic/3fnJ5FACardiothoracic surgeon Patrick Vargo, MD - https://cle.clinic/2W2AL4KSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Ravi Ambani, MD, and Aravinda Nanjundappa, MBBS, MD, discuss Cleveland Clinic’s leadership and progress in treating carotid artery disease. Learn how multidisciplinary teams are transforming care with new research on medical and surgical therapies. Get treatment for carotid artery disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/carotid-artery-stenosis-treatmentSchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Repairs, replacements, reoperations and robots? Expert Cleveland Clinic surgeons break down exactly what to expect from mitral valve surgery.Meet the presenters:Marc Gillinov, MD, Heart Surgeon, Chair of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Per Wierup, MD, PhD, Heart Surgeon, Department of Cardiovascular SurgerySchedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

G. Jay Bishop, MD, and Aravinda Nanjundappa, MBBS, MD, explore Cleveland Clinic’s latest advances in vascular medicine, from research on aortic aneurysm biomarkers to innovative treatments for pulmonary embolism, hypertension, and peripheral artery disease. Learn how multidisciplinary teams are transforming care with new research on cutting-edge therapies. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about vascular disease treatment at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/vascular-disease-treatment

Steve Nissen, MD, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Julia Zumpano discuss the health risks of ultra-processed foods. They offer practical tips for making healthier nutritional choices to prevent obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about Preventive Cardiology. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/preventive-cardiology-care

Connective tissue disorders like Marfan, Loeys-Dietz, and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes can affect the heart and aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood throughout the body. Cleveland Clinic experts discuss imaging, surgical techniques and follow up care for patients with connective tissue disorders in part two of this two-part series.Meet the Presenters:Lars Svensson, MD, PhD Chief of the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute Milind Desai, MD, MBAVice-Chair of Education, Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about the Cardiovascular Marfan & Connective Tissue Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardiovascular-marfan-connective-tissue

Connective tissue disorders like Marfan, Loeys-Dietz and Ehlers-Danlos syndromes can affect the heart and aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood throughout the body. Cleveland Clinic experts discuss the diagnosis of these syndromes and considerations for heart and aorta care for patients with connective tissue disorders in part one of this two-part series.Meet the Presenters:Lars Svensson, MD, PhD Chief of the Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute Milind Desai, MD, MBAVice-Chair of Education, Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about the Cardiovascular Marfan & Connective Tissue Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardiovascular-marfan-connective-tissue

Experiencing persistent or recurring atrial fibrillation (AFib) can be frustrating, especially when it happens after an ablation procedure. Oussama Wazni, MD, MBA, and Ayman Hussein, MD, discuss treatment options like medications, re-do ablations and the Convergent procedure.  Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about Arrhythmia care at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/arrhythmia-treatment

Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH) is a type of pulmonary hypertension caused by chronic blood clots in the lungs. It is an under-recognized condition that can be treated and cured in many cases. Michael Tong, MD, and Gustavo Heresi, MD, discuss diagnosis, medical treatment and surgical options for people with CTEPH.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about pulmonary hypertension treatment. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/pulmonary-hypertension-treatment

Bicuspid aortic valve is a common heart condition where the aortic valve has only two leaflets instead of the normal three. In part two of this series, Lars Svensson, MD, PhD, and Brian Griffin, MD, discuss considerations for bicuspid valve surgery and what surgery follow-up is like.Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.Learn more about the Valve Center. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/valve-centerSubscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research.https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab