Cardionerds: A Cardiology Podcast

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Cardiology

Atrial Fibrillation

Cardiovascular Disease

Electrophysiology

Catheter Ablation

Cardiogenic Shock

Obesity

Pulmonary Embolism

Antiarrhythmic Drugs

Hypertension

Cardio-Oncology

SGLT2 Inhibitors

Chronic Kidney Disease

Echocardiography

Mechanical Circulatory Support

Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac MRI

Guidelines

Heart Transplantation

Welcome to CardioNerds, where we bring you in-depth discussions with leading experts, case reports, and updates on the latest advancements in the world of cardiology. Tune in to expand your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and become a true CardioNerd!

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	459	Founded	7 years ago
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458. The Golden Age of Pulmonary Embolism Randomized Controlled Trials with Dr. Jay Giri

CardioNerds co-chairs Dr. Dinu Balanescu and Dr. Billy Joe Mullinax, along with FIT lead Dr. Shiavax Rao, discuss the evolving landscape of randomized controlled trials in pulmonary embolism with Dr. Jay Giri, interventional cardiologist, Associate P... more

10 Jul 2026 • 29 min • Popular

457. Insights into INOCA and ANOCA with Dr. Claire Raphael

CardioNerds (Drs. Apoorva Gangavelli, Rebecca Garber, and Tina Reddy discuss INOCA with Dr. Claire Raphael. Audio editing by CardioNerds Academy intern, student doctor Pacey Wetstein.

This episode was produced as part of the CardioNerds Academy cur... more

3 Jul 2026 • 9 min • Most popular

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456. ACS Guidelines Question #2 with Dr. Michelle O’Donoghue

This episode is part of our comprehensive Decipher the Guidelines Series covering the 2025 ACC/AHA/ACEP/NAEMSP/SCAI Guideline for the Management of Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes.

The following question refers to Section 5.2.1 of the 2025 ... more

25 Jun 2026 • 10 min

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455. The Long-Term Management Of Patients With Pulmonary Embolism with Dr. Soophia Naydenov

CardioNerds (Amit and Dan), Billy Joe Mullinax, and Saahil Jumkhawala discuss the long term management of pulmonary embolism with Dr. Soophia Naydenov. The episode focuses on the approach to patients who struggle with persistent symptoms like dyspnea... more

21 Jun 2026 • 19 min

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Recent Guests

Li Peng

Interventional Cardiology Fellow who presented the question and contributed expert commentary

Henry Ford Health

Episode: 456. ACS Guidelines Question #2 with Dr. Michelle O’Donoghue

Michelle O'Donoghue

Cardiologist, TIMI Study Group investigator, and Harvard Medical School professor

Brigham and Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School

Episode: 456. ACS Guidelines Question #2 with Dr. Michelle O’Donoghue

Sophia Naydenov

Professor of medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine; Pulmonary Director of the PERT program at Washington University (Wash U) in St. Louis

Washington University School of Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Episode: 455. The Long-Term Management Of Patients With Pulmonary Embolism with Dr. Soophia Naydenov

Leigh Reardon

Professor of clinical medicine and pediatrics; director of the Transitional Cardiac Care Program

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

Episode: 454. ACHD Surgery 101: Thinking Like a Surgeon with Elizabeth Stephens

Kayla Secrest

University of Michigan fellow and CardioNerds FIT ambassador

University of Michigan

Episode: 453. ACS Guidelines Question #1 with Dr. Sunil Rao

Sunil Rao

Interventional Cardiologist, Professor of Medicine at NYU, leading ACS guidelines contributor

NYU Langone Health, Circulation Cardiovascular Interventions

Episode: 453. ACS Guidelines Question #1 with Dr. Sunil Rao

Stavros Konstantinides

Medical Director, Centre of Thrombosis and Hemostasis; Task Force Chairman for 2019 ESC PE guidelines

University Medical Centre Mainz; Democritus University of Thrace

Episode: 452. Risk stratification in Acute Pulmonary Embolism with Dr. Stavros Konstantinides

Michael Gallagher

Non-invasive cardiologist and national leader in advanced cardiac imaging

Cardiology, William Beaumont University Hospital; Corwell Health East; Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Episode: 451: CCTA, CT-FFR, and AI Plaque Analysis to Personalize CAD Detection, Prevention, and Management with Dr. Michael Gallagher

Theofanie Mela

Electrophysiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital

Massachusetts General Hospital

Episode: 450. Journal Club: The I-CLASS Registry with Dr. Theofanie Mela and Dr. Pugazhendhi Vijayraman

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Multiple CardioNerds Hosts

Core CardioNerds hosting team and recurring contributors guiding episodes with guest experts.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 748 ratings

Great listen
Amazing for fellows and those interested in learning medicine
Apple Podcasts
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Ryan rinn
United States10 months ago
The best!
Must listen! This podcast remains the absolute best medical podcast out there! I have known Dan and Amit since I was there Intern. I have been listening to cardio nerd since day one when I was a brand new cardiology fellow! They continue to put out the absolute best, highest quality, most educational information about cardiology out there. It is essential listening for all individuals interested in cardiology and to take care of cardiac patients. I am now an attending cardiologist and I still li... more
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5
Jared S, MD
United States2 years ago
Simply the Best
I have been an active listener throughout my cardiology fellowship (since episode 1). I love the variety of episodes with guideline summaries, and case reports being my favourite. The information is of the highest quality and delivered in a clear way. Highly recommended for all cardio nerds regardless of your level of training.
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5
Rocky 1567
Canada2 years ago
-NP student
Great content and use of case studies! The patient-centered approach is always appreciated. The speakers have very diverse backgrounds and deliver up to date and evidence based guidelines. Wonderful podcast.
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5
Andreinavalenzuela
United States3 years ago
CT surgery APN
It would be MUCH better without the lengthy introductions and strange, seemingly scripted banter that said the content is great. But..we get it. You’re physicians. You’ve done stuff. You *probably* doesn’t need to take up so much time patting each other on the back.
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3
Cam Mattes
United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Educational and high-quality medical education for fellows and clinicians.

Some listeners note long introductory segments and desire for more debate or disagreement during discussions.

Helpful for non-cardiology audience seeking clinically relevant cardiology info.

Accessible case-based content; strong guest lineups and teaching.

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Apple Podcasts	#49	United States/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#61	United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#91	Canada/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#10	Italy/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#62	Italy/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#120	Australia/Health & Fitness/Medicine

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

447. Pulmonary Embolism: Approach to Systemic Thrombolysis in Acute Pulmonary Embolism with Dr. Allison Burnett

Q: What goes into determining the eligibility of a high-risk PE patient for systemic thrombolysis?

Risk stratification is key; systemic lysis is most clearly beneficial in high-risk, hemodynamically unstable PE, with a nuanced approach for intermediate-risk cases and consideration of catheter-directed options to reduce bleeding risk. Absolute contraindications are weighed against imminent mortality in massive PE, and multidisciplinary input (PERT) guides the decision.

454. ACHD Surgery 101: Thinking Like a Surgeon with Elizabeth Stephens

Q: How do you balance honesty with empathy when delivering difficult news?

Be upfront about the possibility of hard outcomes, stage information when needed, and involve family or support systems to help patients absorb and cope with the news.

454. ACHD Surgery 101: Thinking Like a Surgeon with Elizabeth Stephens

Q: What do patients value most in their interactions with providers?

Patients want clear direction, honesty about uncertainty, and evidence of expertise, along with long-term relationships and a present, distraction-free encounter.

453. ACS Guidelines Question #1 with Dr. Sunil Rao

Q: Why is there a need to prep both radial and bilateral femoral sites rather than radial-only or femoral-only?

Radial access is preferred for safety and patient comfort, but having bilateral femoral access prepared provides a backup for urgent MCS or alternate access if radial access is unsuitable or fails, ensuring faster progression to definitive intervention.

453. ACS Guidelines Question #1 with Dr. Sunil Rao

Q: Option A, B, or C for access sites; what is the recommended vascular access for ACS patients undergoing PCI?

Radial plus bilateral femoral access (B) is recommended when feasible, as radial access reduces mortality and bleeding, but backup femoral access is advised in case of radial failure or need for rapid MCS.

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A surgical-level emphasis on real-world cardiology, offering in-depth, case-based discussions with leading experts across subspecialties. Episodes span atrial fibrillation, heart failure, LVADs, pulmonary embolism, cardiothoracic transplant, and cardio-obstetrics, often pairing clinical reasoning with practical management strategies, guideline updates, and new technologies. The format typically features host–guest conversations that blend bedside decision-making with broader system issues, highlighting multidisciplinary care, evolving therapies, and how to apply evidence to complex patient scenarios. Notable strengths include access to pioneers in LVAD and transplant care, comprehensive overviews of cutting-edge therapies, and a consistent ... more

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7. Stavros Konstantinides
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