Join hosts Emmy Award-winning journalist Kym McNicholas and Interventional Cardiologist Dr. John Phillips on KDOW radio as they dive deep into a critical issue in healthcare with special guest Alexandra Calingo, Program Specialist at American College of Healthcare Executives. 🔍 In this eye-opening episode, we explore: - Why empathy is more than just a "soft skill" - The impact of empathy (or lack thereof) on patient care - Real-life experiences that highlight the importance of compassion in healthcare - Practical tips for developing and nurturing empathy in professional settings 💡 "Empathy does not come naturally to everyone, but it is something that can be attained." - Alexandra Calingo Don't miss this crucial conversation about transforming healthcare through the power of human connection. Tune in to learn how we can all play a part in creating a more empathetic healthcare system.

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As we approach the holiday season, we're tackling a topic that resonates with many of our listeners: maintaining a healthy mindset during festive times while managing cardiovascular or vascular diseases such as heart disease and peripheral artery disease. Today, we're thrilled to welcome lifestyle and mindset transformation coach, Nicole Marino who will share her expertise on: Navigating conversations with family and friends about your health limitations Addressing potential accommodations needed during holiday gatherings Managing expectations and emotions when faced with dietary restrictions or physical limitations Avoiding the pitfall of comparing your current capabilities to past experiences Steering clear of unhelpful "pity party" interactions Whether you're dealing with dietary constraints, reduced mobility, or the emotional weight of lifestyle changes, this episode aims to equip you with strategies to enjoy the holiday season fully. So, let's dive in and discover how to create a healthy, positive mindset that allows you to celebrate the holidays your way, without compromising your well-being or joy.

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Welcome to The Heart of Innovation. Today, we're talking about a silent killer - a genetic marker called Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), that can significantly increase the risk of heart attacks and cardiovascular disease.

Lp(a) affects 1 in 5 people worldwide, yet most don't even know they have it until it's too late. In fact, Lp(a) can increase heart attack risk by 2-5 times. And many don't know they have it until it's too late, unfortunately.

But there may be hope on the horizon. New drug trials are underway that could help address this overlooked condition.

Joining us today to discuss what we know, and don't know, about Lp(a) is Dr. Harpreet Bhatia, Associate Professor of Medicine at UC San Diego Health System. We also have a couple of patients here to share their personal journeys with Lp(a).

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Since it's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are sharing the harrowing story of a Registered Technologist and Cardiac Invasive Specialist who almost lost her life to Breast Cancer after years of exposure to radiation during limb and life-saving procedures in the Cath Lab. In part one of this two-part series, Sheehan L. Raab shared her passion for saving limbs and her journey to diagnosis of breast cancer. This is part two where Raab candidly walks us through her fight to save her own life and what she learned along the way about the real dangers of radiation exposure, gaps in healthcare, and a critical need for an improved healthcare system for people with life-threatening ailments. Even if you didn't listen to part one of this series, tune into this episode because it's a powerful story that will drive home the importance of advocating for yourself or having someone advocate for you at the hospital.

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Tune in to this groundbreaking episode of "The Heart of Innovation" where co-host Kym McNicholas and guest co-host Dr. Nik Patel interview Dr. James Joye, the 2024 PAD Impact Award winner and inventor of the revolutionary PTAB/Detour technology. Dr. Joye discusses his innovative minimally invasive bypass technique for treating Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), performed through small keyhole-sized incisions. Learn about the inspiration behind this game-changing device, the challenges faced in bringing it to market, and its significant impact on patients with comorbidities like diabetes and chronic venous insufficiency. Discover how this breakthrough is transforming vascular surgery, offering hope to those previously considered unsuitable for traditional procedures, and shaping the future of PAD treatment.

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