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Eric Roselli, MD, and Patrick Vargo, MD, discuss aortic arch aneurysms and dissections, and explain why early diagnosis and ongoing monitoring are important. They explore how advances in surgery and less invasive endovascular techniques are expanding treatment options, tailoring care to each patient’s needs. Get treatment for aortic disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatment Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

This is an encore episode of "AFib After an Ablation: What to Know", originally published in June 2025. Experiencing persistent or recurring atrial fibrillation (AFib) can be frustrating, especially when it happens after an ablation procedure. Oussama Wazni, MD, MBA, and Ayman Hussein, MD, discuss treatment options like medications, re-do ablations and the Convergent procedure. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Milind Desai, MD, and Per Wierup, MD, discuss high-risk aortic valve endocarditis, a serious infection that can affect heart valves and lead to life-threatening complications if not recognized early. They explain symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic testing and the multidisciplinary approach used to treat patients and support long-term recovery. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Marc Gillinov, MD, and Per Wierup, MD, discuss how robotic heart valve surgery allows surgeons to repair or replace heart valves through small incisions while maintaining the same safety and effectiveness as traditional open procedures. They explain who may be a candidate for robotic valve surgery and what patients can expect during recovery. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, and Gianluca Torregrossa, MD, discuss robotic and totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass grafting (TECAB). These minimally invasive techniques can reduce incisions, support recovery and expand treatment options for some patients with coronary artery disease. The surgeons explain the different approaches to bypass surgery and how surgeons tailor treatment to each patient. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Luke Laffin, MD, and Vikas Sunder, MD, discuss the latest recommendations for using low-dose aspirin to help prevent heart disease, including why it may benefit some people but not others. They explain the risks and benefits of aspirin, the importance of individualized decision-making and the lifestyle factors that play a key role in protecting heart health. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get preventive cardiology care

Faisal Bakaeen, MD, and Grant Reed, MD, explain what blocked coronary arteries mean and the risk factors that can lead to coronary artery disease. They discuss how treatment decisions are made, escpecially when stents or bypass surgery may be recommended. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get treatment for coronary artery disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/coronary-artery-disease-treatment

Kenneth McCurry, MD, and Gregory Jones, MD, discuss who may need a lung transplant, how patients are evaluated and how transplantation can improve quality of life for people with advanced lung disease. They also explain the emerging role of robotic lung transplantation, including its potential benefits, limitations and how minimally invasive approaches may support recovery. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Courtney Hanak, MD, and Ravi Ambani, MD, discuss the most common causes of amputation, including diabetes, poor circulation and severe infection, along with the warning signs that should prompt medical attention. They explain how care teams work to prevent limb loss when possible and what patients can expect during recovery, rehabilitation and life after amputation. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Learn about vascular disease care at Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/vascular-disease-treatment

Gianluca Torregrossa, MD, explains coronary artery bypass grafting, how it compares with stenting and the questions patients should ask when considering treatment for blocked heart arteries. He discusses advances in surgical techniques and what patients can expect during recovery. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get care for coronary artery disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/coronary-artery-disease-treatment

Ashish Sarraju, MD, and Leslie Cho, MD, discuss the latest cholesterol guidelines and why understanding lifetime risk is key to preventing heart disease and stroke. They explain early testing, lifestyle changes and personalized care to help people take control of their heart health over time. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get preventive cardiology care. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/preventive-cardiology-care

Francis Caputo, MD, explains how abdominal aortic aneurysms are monitored and when treatment is recommended based on size, risk and overall health. He also discusses symptoms, screening, lifestyle factors and the differences between surgical and endovascular repair. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Get treatment for aortic disease. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/aortic-disease-treatment Have questions for our heart specialists? https://pages.clevelandclinic.org/14-0002-AskTheHeartDoctor_AHD-General.html?

This episode is an encore presentation of "Myths on Dieting and Heart Health," which originally premiered on April 15, 2025.  With so much diet and nutrition advice available, it's hard to know who to trust when it comes to heart-healthy eating. Experts Leslie Cho, MD, and Julia Zumpano, RD, LD, discuss the best foods for heart health while debunking some common diet myths. Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339. Please stay in touch! Subscribe to the free Love Your Heart monthly enewsletter for helpful resources including heart disease prevention and treatment tips, videos, news and research. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/about/news#newsletter-tab

Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD, and Sanjeeb Bhattacharya, MD, discuss what patients can expect during the first year after a heart transplant, including recovery, medications and monitoring for rejection. They explain how lifestyle changes, support systems and follow-up care shape long-term health and quality of life. Get care for heart failure. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/heart-failure-treatment Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.

Tamanna Singh, MD, answers the most common heart health questions from athletes and highly active individuals. She breaks down common risk factors, symptoms to watch for, screening tests and how lifestyle, family history and wearable data can help guide heart health decisions. Learn more about the Women's Integrated Sports, Exercise and Research Center. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/womens-integrated-sports-and-exercise-care Schedule an appointment at Cleveland Clinic by calling 844.868.4339.