Heart Disease

HeartBeam: The First 12-lead medical grade heart attack detection that’s personal, portable, and easy-to-use

 
 
Branislav Vajdic, PhD, and the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of HeartBeam, Inc. joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health and Health News Channels. HeartBeam is the first 12-lead medical grade heart attack detection that's personal, portable, and easy-to-use.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Branislav Vajdic discuss the following:
Please tell us about your background and why you launched HeartBeam. We'd love to hear more about how this device is being used for the first time outside of a medical setting, and what makes it different from what's currently available.
According to the American Heart Association, more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year.  How is HeartBeam positioned to slow this trend in terms of saving lives, trips to the hospitals, and how it helps people know if they are having a heart attack?
How will HeartBeam impact patients in remote areas and what does this mean for virtual medicine?
HeartBeam is being tested and in trials. Can you tell us a bit more? Where is HeartBeam currently being used? What has been the feedback from doctors and patients?
What's next for HeartBeam in 2023 and even in 2024?
Branislav Vajdic, PhD, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of HeartBeam, Inc, combines over 30 years of experience in technology development and senior management positions. Dr. Vajdic has been deeply involved with the development of HeartBeam’s technology to fit his vision for the Company.
Prior to HeartBeam from 2007 to 2010, Dr. Vajdic was CEO and Founder of NewCardio, a publicly traded company in the cardiovascular devices space. From 1984 to 2007, Dr. Vajdic was at Intel, where he held various senior management positions. At Intel, Dr. Vajdic was the designer of first Flash memory and two key inventions that enabled Flash as a product and led engineering groups responsible for Pentium 1 through Pentium 4 designs.
Dr. Vajdic was awarded two Intel Achievement Awards, the highest level of award for outstanding contributions to Intel. Dr. Vajdic is the author of numerous patents and publications in the fields of cardiovascular devices as well as chip design.
Website: https://www.heartbeam.com 
Social Media Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/HeartBeamInc  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/heartbeam-inc 
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The Heart of the Matter: How to Protect Yourself Against Heart Disease

 
 
Bryant Lusk a military veteran, health advocate and author of his latest book "Heart Disease & Hypertension: Vitamin Therapy™ for a Healthy Heart" joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health & Health News Channels.
Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Bryant Lusk discuss the following:
What prompted you to write about this subject?
What makes your book unique compared to others regarding heart disease or hypertension?
What are the three categories of risk factors for heart disease?
Can diet alone prevent heart disease and what are your feelings regarding food vs supplements?
How can one identify nutritional needs to protect against heart disease?
What nutritional supplements are most beneficial? Is there a danger in taking some supplements?
How does sleep affects heart disease?
What is the connection between the mind (emotions, stress, etc.) and the heart?
Bryant Lusk is a military veteran, author and health advocate. He grew up on the South Side of Chicago. Despite the challenges of gang violence and poverty, he became a successful Safety Inspector and Quality Control Specialist with the United States Government. Lusk spent four years in the United States Air Force, learning the true meaning of empowerment and pride. His desire to serve and protect others led him to begin writing his Share the Health book series, aiming to treat debilitating conditions. His latest book is: Heart Disease & Hypertension: Vitamin Therapy™ for a Healthy Heart (Koehlerbooks, May 2022).
 
 
Website: https://bryantlusk.com 
Social Media Links: Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/bryantlusk  Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotTheCans 

Biotricity on a Mission to Protect Your Heart

 
 
Dr. Waqaas Al-Siddiq, PhD the Founder and CEO of Biotricity a developer of advanced remote cardiac monitoring technology joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Waqaas Al-Siddiq discuss the following:
What is Biotricity’s mission?
What is the problem you are solving?
How does Biotricity benefit doctor and their patients?
How do the Biotricity Bioflux and Biocentrix products work?
With the increase in stress and anxiety related to Covid-19, how can Biotricity reduce the problem?
 
 
Trying to maintain a healthy heart has become more difficult in the wake of COVID-19. While the pandemic has increased remote tele-health, there are glaring vulnerabilities due to a lack of real-time cardiac monitoring. Heart attacks are on the rise as a result of patients ignoring symptoms, staying home and not going to the hospital. COVID related stress has caused a surge in cardiac health issues. Additionally, some recovering COVID patients have since developed heart issues related to the virus. As a result, the need for real-time cardiac monitoring is more important than ever.
Dr. Waqaas Al-Siddiq has been at the forefront of remote monitoring solutions. He is the founder and CEO of Biotricity, developer of advanced remote cardiac monitoring technology. Waqaas believes COVID-19 has accelerated the ongoing shift in the health landscape from a reactive system to a prevention, personalized and more efficient tech-based system.
Waqaas, is a serial entrepreneur, a former investment advisor and an expert in wireless communication technology. Academically, he was distinguished for his various innovative designs in digital, analog, embedded, and micro-electro-mechanical products. His work was published in various conferences such as IEEE and the National Communication Council.
Waqaas has held several high-level design positions in IBM, AMD, and Intel. His achievements have been numerous in both the technical and academic world. Coupled with this, Waqaas has vast experience in leading various groups through his board experience and executive roles within start-ups, mid-sized companies, and non-profits.
Waqaas has a dual Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and Economics, a Master’s in Computer Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology, and a Master’s in Business Administration from Henley Business School. He also holds a Doctorate in Business with a specialty in Transformative Innovations and Billion Dollar Markets.
 
 
Website: https://www.biotricity.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/biotricity Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/biotricity-measuring-vitals  Twitter: twitter.com/biotricity_inc

Heart issues and the full range of heart-related illnesses people need to be aware of

 
 
Dr. Rishin Shah, a Texas-based cardiologist who is triple-certified with board certifications in cardiovascular medicine, internal medicine, and interventional cardiology again joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health & Health News Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Rishin Shah discuss the following:
How many people die from heart related illnesses each year (17 million, more than cancer, HIV and malaria combined).
Why are we still seeing so many heart-related illnesses and death when there is so much medical information available?
What are the top three things a person can do to protect their heart health?
What if you have a family history of heart illness? Is there anything you can do to prevent an issue?
What's going on in the world of treatments and surgeries for heart illness patients? Are there breakthroughs or progress to report?

Dr. Rishin Shah, MD, has over 10 years of experience treating cardiovascular conditions and is a renowned cardiologist. He believes prevention is key to maintaining health and specializes in finding the least minimally invasive treatment options for his patients to get them back to optimal health.
At his practice, Prime Heart and Vascular, with locations in Plano, Frisco, and Allen, Texas, Dr. Shah is committed to serving his patients and the surrounding communities. He has expert knowledge in understanding the complications that arise at any age and provides state-of-the-art care so patients live longer, more fulfilling lives.
Cardiovascular conditions can be scary. Dr. Shah is committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment for his patients at Prime Heart and Vascular, taking the necessary time to explain all aspects of procedures, conditions, and treatments. As a patient, you’re part of the family. And Dr. Shah’s core values provide care from the H.E.A.R.T.: hospitality; empathy and enthusiasm; attitude; respect; and teamwork. Dr. Shah received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is board-certified in cardiovascular medicine, internal medicine, and interventional cardiology.
 
 
Website: www.primehv.com Blog: www.primehv.com/blog  Reviews: www.primehv.com/testimonials  Facebook: facebook.com/pages/Prime-Heart-and-Vascular

The Dangers of Saturated Fats with Dr. Evan Allen

 
 
Dr. Evan Allen, a board-certified physician in obesity and owner at Total Care Family Practice in Las Vegas, Nevada joins eHealth Radio and the Nutrition & Weight Management Channels to talk about the dangers of saturated fats.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Evan Allen discuss the following:
How does the food industry purposefully mislead us?
What are some success stories you've seen with patients who cut out saturated fat in their diet?
If someone switches to a vegan diet, how quickly can they expect a recovery in their health?
Why write this book now?
What is one thing you want to tell other physicians with this book?
Tip: By minimizing the quantity of saturated fat in the diet, we can end heart disease and other ailments by practicing a lifestyle-first methodology, and reverting to medication and surgery as a last resort.
Dr. Evan Allen has been practicing medicine for a quarter century, and in that time, he’s opened two practices in Henderson, Nevada, and received board-certification from the American Board of Obesity Medicine. When Dr. Allen began to pay more attention to nutrition, the health of his patients improved. This discovery sent him on a search for a book like this one—a search that came up empty. With this book, Dr. Allen wants to give healthcare providers what he never had: a guide for talking to their patients about a healthy diet that’s low in saturated fat. Dr. Allen lives in Henderson with his son.
 
 
Website: www.totalcarefp.com

The status of therapy of heart disease in America with Dr. Simon H. Stertzer

 
 
Dr. Simon H. Stertzer, Professor Emeritus at Stanford University School of Medicine and Chairman of the Board at BioCardia, a clinical-stage biotech-regenerative medicine company that develops innovative therapeutics for the treatment of cardiovascular disease joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health and Health News Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Simon H. Stertzer discuss the following:
You’ve devoted your career to the advancement of cardiovascular intervention. Can you tell listeners a bit more about your background and why you decided to pursue a career in cardiovascular medicine?
How big of a problem is heart disease in the United States, and can you give me the profile of a typical patient with heart disease?
What is a the difference between heart attack, heart failure, and other kinds of heart disease?
How do we treat the different types of heart disease today?
How should we be screened for heart disease as adults?
 
Simon H. Stertzer, M.D. is Professor of Medicine, Emeritus, at Stanford University School of Medicine, and is currently Chairman of the Board of Directors at BioCardia®, Inc., a clinical-stage biotech-regenerative medicine company that develops innovative therapeutics for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. In 1964, Simon Stertzer performed the first selective coronary arteriogram in New York City. He pioneered the subspecialty of Interventional Cardiology by performing the first coronary balloon angioplasty in the United States, in 1978. He has performed more than 12,500 cardiac interventions and has worked alongside others to develop new technologies for the improvement of patient care. Dr. Stertzer has contributed to research and advancement in rotational atherectomy, cardiac stents, drug delivery stents, cardiac transplant molecular diagnostics, and most recently, transendocardial stem cell implantation in ischemic heart failure. His bibliography contains more than 140 peer-reviewed articles. Dr. Stertzer co-founded BioCardia in 1999, and was a founder and board member of Arterial Vascular Engineering, an angioplasty balloon and stent company acquired by Medtronic Inc..Simon Stertzer received his Doctor of Medicine degree from New York University, after a Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities from Union College. He had previously earned a Certificat de Physiologie from University of Paris (Sorbonne). About BioCardia®, Inc.
BioCardia®, Inc. is helping lead the way to new treatments of heart failure using the direct injection of cells and agents into the heart muscle. BioCardia is a clinical-stage, regenerative biotechnology company that develops novel therapeutics to treat cardiovascular disease. The treatment modalities include a system of personalized screenings to determine which patients are most likely to benefit from intramyocardial injection of therapeutic agents.
 
Websites: www.biocardia.com | www.simonstertzer.com
Social Media Links: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonstertzer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimonStertzer

Sudden Cardiac Arrest and the Chain of Survival

 
Cindy Dunbar, Director of Customer Care, with AED Superstore, the world’s largest distributor of automated external defibrillators joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health, Emergency Care & Health News Channels to discuss sudden cardiac arrest and the chain of survival.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Cindy Dunbar discuss the following:
When it comes to sudden cardiac arrest, there has been a lot of talk about the Chain of Survival. Let’s talk about that today. What is the chain of survival and what are each of the links?
So obviously calling 911 is at the first step because you want to get EMS on the way so you can get to the fourth link, right?
The next link in the chain is early CPR.  Not just CPR, but early CPR.  Why is that?
So if early CPR is important, than early defibrillation must be just as important?
Next in the chain is EMS arrival - and that must be a great relief for the rescuer!
What/Which is advanced hospital care?
 
For almost 20 years, Cindy Dunbar has worked in the retail industry in one capacity or another. Managing retail stores, Purchasing Manager for a small group of stores, owning a retail store and then working the other side of sales by being the Midwest Upper Regional Sales Manager for Cornell Trading, Inc. Being involved in sales from all different perspectives provided her the experience and knowledge that has helped her in Customer Service for AED Superstore since 2007.  
Starting as a Customer Service Representative she learned all different aspects of the business itself and the nuances of the AED industry.  Over the years she worked her way up to Customer Service Manager, Business Development Manager and is now the Director of Customer Care. As the Director she oversees every aspect of quality provided to all customers.  She is responsible for the success of each Customer Care Representative and the overall sales of that department.
 
Website: www.aedsuperstore.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: www.facebook.com/AEDSuperstore Twitter: https://twitter.com/AEDSuperstore

ECG’s and how they can save young athlete’s lives

Amber Neller, Strategic Accounts Manager at AED Superstore, the world’s largest distributor of AEDs and items related to CPR training and heart health joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health, Emergency Care & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Amber Neller discuss the following:I read a startling fact the other day that stated every 72 hours a US athlete dies of sudden cardiac arrest – tell me why that is and what can be done about it.So what can be done?  It seems like an ECG is an important piece of the puzzle to determining if an athlete should be participating in a sport – especially something rigorous like football or basketball.You mentioned just about anyone can use the device – so I could use it?  To monitor friends and neighbors?So does the device tell you exactly what is wrong?  Like “You have XYZ and should not play Basketball”?So what is your recommendation if people have kids who just started high school or college sports coming up?
Duration: 7:12
Amber Neller has been with AED Superstore for 4 years.  She started her career in Customer Care, helped start and grow the Business Development unit, and is now the Strategic Accounts Manager which allows her to travel and represent a company she loves.  She is on the events committee and is the new Allied Chamber of Commerce Representative. To enhance her career, Amber is pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science in Communications with a concentration in Marketing and Sales.  When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family – especially her fiancé and young son who is into hockey and t-ball.

Website: www.AEDSuperstore.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: facebook.com/AEDSuperstore
Twitter: @AEDSuperstore

Heart Transplant Recipient and Advocate, Ava Kaufman

Heart transplant recipient and advocate, Ava Kaufman joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health & Health News Channels.
Ava's non-profit Ava’s Heart has quickly become the primary organization in the U.S. for transplant patients and their families, providing pre-transplant and post-transplant patients with a wide variety of basic essentials not covered by insurance.
Ava’s Heart is hosting Ava’s Heart Heroes Ball on September 17th at the Avalon Theater in Los Angeles to honor outstanding contributions made within the organ transplant community.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Ava Kaufman discuss the following: You went from living a healthy lifestyle to one day finding yourself in total Cardiomyopathy and in the hospital with the only chance of living being a heart transplant. Can you tell our listeners about your experience?After your long recovery, what inspired you to want to give back to others on the same journey as you?You founded a non-profit, Ava’s Heart. Can you tell our listeners about this amazing foundation? Ava’s Heart is hosting Ava’s Heart Heroes Ball on September 17th in Los Angeles at the Avalon Theater to honor doctors and executives, who have made an outstanding impact in the organ transplant community. Can you tell our listeners about this fantastic event? Where can our listeners find out more about Ava’s Heart and how to purchase tickets for Ava’s Heart Heroes Ball?
Duration: 30:24
Ava was a professional dancer for Gloria Gaynor and Donna Summer and then a successful businesswoman, who took a small moving company and turned it into a major delivery and installation firm. In 2010, Ava was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease called Dermatomyositis, which attacked her muscles and her heart. Her only chance of living was a heart transplant, which she received on her Birthday.
After a long recovery, Ava devoted her life to giving back to others on the same journey as her. Having observed firsthand the service gaps in available post-transplant service, Ava founded her own non-profit, Ava’s Heart, which helps transplant patients and their families deal with non-insurance related aspects, such as housing, food, gas cards, baby strollers, car seats, and other resources and refuge. To date, Ava’s Heart has helped hundreds of people of all ages on their transplant journey.
For more information about Ava’s Heart and how to purchase tickets for Ava’s Heart Heroes Ball, please visit www.avasheart.org or call 310.779.6616.

Website: www.avasheart.org
Social Media Links:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Avas-Heart
Twitter: @avasheart

Can Garlic Reduce Our Risk of Heart Disease?

Dr. Matthew Budoff, Professor of Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine; Director of Cardiac CT at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center joins eHealth Radio and the Cardiology and Heart Health Channels to discuss how to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Matthew Budoff discuss the following: The CDC has called heart disease the leading cause of death for people of most ethnicities in the United States; why has heart disease become so prevalent here in the US?What are the signs you or a loved one may be suffering from heart disease?This year, The Journal of Nutrition published your study on Garlic and its effect on Heart disease. Can you tell us more about the study and the significance of your findings?Does Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract have any symptoms comparable to prescription drugs such as calcium channel blockers, Antiplatelets, etc?Why do you recommend Kyolic over other supplements?
Duration: 7:24
Matthew J. Budoff, M.D., FACC, is Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine and Director of Cardiac CT at the Division of Cardiology at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California. Dr. Budoff received his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. and completed an internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as a fellowship in cardiology at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Budoff is chief investigator in several active medical research trials and is a frequent lecturer on topics of cardiology at symposia, congresses and annual conferences on nearly every continent. He has authored or co-authored over 500 research papers, six books and 36 book chapters.
Dr. Budoff received the Einstein Award for Scientific Achievement from the International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, UK, and was awarded the Top Oral Abstract at the American Heart Association’s 2009 meeting. Most recently, he was named to the U.S. News & World Report list of Top Doctors for 2011.

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