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May 2025
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Matt and Paul recap top pearls from a recent episode on heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and the importance of understanding the underlying causes of heart failure with Dr. Michelle Kittleson (video version). They also answer listener questions and share their picks of the week.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Humor
01:41 Understanding Heart Failure
04:50 Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy
09:57 Practical Approaches to Treatment
13:58 The Importance of Medication Adherence
16:22 Dietary Considerations in Heart Failure
18:24 ED Follow-Ups and Patient Management
20:38 SGLT2 Inhibitors and Infections
25:58 Patient Counseling and Preventative Care
26:33 Picks of the Week


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