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Guest: Iftikhar J. Kullo, M.D. (@iftikhar_kullo)
Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.
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Hearing Loss and Cochlear Implants
Guests: Jim Dornhoffer, M.D. & Matthew Carlson, M.D., M.B.A. Hearing loss can affect individuals of all ages and significantly impair their quality of life. This can result in difficulties with communication, social isolation and possibly even cognitive decline. Unfortunately, ma ... Show More
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Post Graduate Fellowship for NPs and PAs: Building Clinical Excellence and Leadership Readiness
Host: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. Guests: Victoria Clemens, P.A.-C.; Casey Fazer-Posorske, PA-C; Emily Olson, C.N.P., D.N.P.; Alec Williams, C.N.P., D.N.P. As healthcare becomes increasingly specialized and complex, organizations face growing demands for patient access, workforce sustai ... Show More
37m 15s
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Familial Hypercholesterolemia -- Hiding in Plain Sight
In this episode, host Dr Laurence Sperling speaks with Katherine Wilemon, founder of the FH Foundation. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape.com (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/958283). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, a ... Show More
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HCM Practice Essentials: Patient and Family Support
In this episode, Prof Juan Pablo Kaski is joined by Dr Jodie Ingles and Dr Elena Biagini to discuss long-term management, expectations in cardiology, community care and family genetic screening. Tune in for expert insights on supporting patients and their families.
24m 43s
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Decoding Risk: Understanding Polygenic Risk Scores in Modern Medicine. Demystifying Genetics with Erica Spaeth
<p>This episode dives into polygenic risk testing, exploring how genetic data can inform healthcare strategies. We discuss the complexities of communicating risk, the role of polygenic scores in identifying disease susceptibility, and the evolving landscape of personalized medici ... Show More
49m 41s