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EP362: Patient Lived Experience Atrial Fibrillation and More With Jim Kaveney Part 2

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast episode, Warrick Bishop interviews Jim Kaveney, a 50-year-old atrial fibrillation (AFib) survivor who was diagnosed at 38. Jim shares his journey through multiple medical procedures, including medications and pacemaker implantation, while also managing the pressures of starting a business and raising two young children. He emphasizes the emotional challenges he faced, particularly concerns about his family's future. Jim discusses his book, "Unlimited Heart: How to Transform Your Pain into Purpose," which details his experiences and the importance of aligning the heart and mind to overcome challenges. He encourages listeners to ask their cardiology teams about the causes of AFib, lifestyle changes to prevent it, and available treatment options. Additionally, he highlights the significance of being aware of AFib warning signs and the role of wearable devices in monitoring heart health. Jim's initiative, Unlimited Health, aims to provide support and education for those living with AFib, focusing on lifestyle modifications and creating a community for accountability. He stresses the importance of small, manageable steps towards change and the need for support systems. The episode concludes with Jim's commitment to helping others through his lived experiences and resources. Read more

EP361: Patient Lived Experience Atrial Fibrillation and More With Jim Kaveney Part 1

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Doctor Warrick Bishop hosts a podcast featuring Jim Kaveney, a young individual with a personal journey through atrial fibrillation (AF). Jim shares his background in biology and corporate training, highlighting his diagnosis of AF at the age of 38, which coincided with starting his own business. He discusses the prevalence of AF, noting that it affects about 6 million people in the U.S., with numbers expected to double by 2030. Read more

EP360: STOP-CA to Stop Statin Bashing

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this episode, Warrick Bishop discusses the use of statin therapy in relation to chemotherapy, specifically its potential to reduce heart failure progression in patients receiving anthracycline treatments for lymphoma. He highlights the STOP CA trial, which aimed to assess the effectiveness of atorvastatin in preventing cardiac dysfunction associated with these cardiotoxic medications. The study involved a double-blind, placebo-controlled design and included patients aged 18 and older who were scheduled for anthracycline therapy. Exclusion criteria ensured a clear focus on participants without prior statin therapy or certain health conditions. Read more

EP359: Defining Family History and High Cholesterol

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop discusses the importance of understanding family history and cholesterol levels in assessing cardiovascular disease risk. He emphasizes that a significant family history involves first-degree relatives who experienced cardiac events at a young age—males under 55 and females under 60—without other major risk factors. Dr. Bishop clarifies that having a distant relative with a cardiovascular event at an older age does not necessarily increase one's risk. He outlines cholesterol categories, indicating that for those with a previous cardiac event, an LDL cholesterol level above 1.4 millimoles per liter is considered high. For primary prevention, individuals with familial hypercholesterolemia may have total cholesterol levels exceeding 7.8 and LDL levels over 4.9. He highlights the continuum of cholesterol levels and the need for proactive treatment for individuals with very high cholesterol and a family history of heart disease. Dr. Bishop uses an analogy of parking a car by the sea to explain how LDL cholesterol can lead to plaque formation over time. He encourages listeners to engage with the podcast by asking questions and suggesting future topics. Overall, the podcast aims to enhance medical literacy regarding cardiovascular risks and cholesterol management. Read more

EP358: Perry Eckert and Regeneration Technologies

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Doctor Warrick Bishop hosts a podcast featuring Perry Eckert, master franchisor for Osteo Strong in Australia and New Zealand. They discuss the various technologies offered at Osteo Strong centers aimed at improving health and well-being. Key technologies include hydro massage beds, red light therapy, Normatek compression boots, and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy. The hydro massage beds utilize powerful jets to provide a deep tissue massage experience, promoting relaxation and reducing inflammation. Red light therapy is highlighted for its benefits in enhancing blood flow, collagen production, and overall skin health. Read more

EP357: Perry Eckert and OsteoStrong

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Doctor Warrick Bishop hosts a podcast featuring Perry Eckert, the master franchise owner for OsteoStrong in Australia and New Zealand. They discuss OsteoStrong, a health and wellness program aimed at improving bone and muscle health, reducing fall and fracture risks, and alleviating joint and back pain. Perry explains that the program utilizes specialized machines that apply self-applied loads to bones through a method called axial loading, which stimulates osteogenesis and enhances muscle strength and balance. Unlike conventional gym equipment, OsteoStrong's machines allow users to safely exert significantly higher forces, leading to improved bone density and strength. Read more

EP356: Impact of Statins on Ubiquinone or Coenzyme Q 10

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Warrick Bishop discusses the biochemical processes involved in statin therapy, particularly how it affects cholesterol production. He explains the conversion pathway from acetyl CoA to HMG CoA, mevalonic acid, and ultimately cholesterol. The conversation highlights the role of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone), which is essential for energy formation in cells and may be linked to muscle-related side effects from statins. A recent study from 2022 investigated the relationship between coenzyme Q10 levels and statin-related muscle symptoms but found no significant correlation or benefit from supplementation. Despite this, Bishop suggests that individual patients might still benefit from trying coenzyme Q10. He also introduces benberdomic acid, a new agent that works upstream of the statin pathway and may provide an alternative for those experiencing muscle aches due to statin use. The podcast encourages listeners to consider their experiences with these treatments and to reach out with feedback or suggestions for future topics. Bishop concludes with a positive message about living well. Read more

EP355: Vitamin K and Lipid Lowering Therapy

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. In this podcast, Dr. Warrick Bishop discusses the significance of vitamin K, particularly its roles in blood coagulation and bone health. Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and is administered to newborns to prevent bleeding complications. The conversation highlights the two forms of vitamin K: K1, found in green leafy vegetables, and K2, which has various subtypes and is involved in bone mineralization through the protein osteocalcin. Dr. Bishop explains how vitamin K helps regulate the balance between osteoblasts (bone-building cells) and osteoclasts (bone-resorbing cells), thereby impacting conditions like osteoporosis and aortic valve disease. Read more

EP354: Metabolic Syndrome Meeting

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Dr. Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses key insights from a recent cardio metabolic health conference he attended. He covers topics like the similar cardiovascular disease risk for type 1 and type 2 diabetics, the benefits of newer diabetes medications like SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 agonists beyond glucose control, the importance of managing conditions like fatty liver disease and PCOS to prevent cardiometabolic issues, and the links between metabolic health, inflammation, and cognitive decline. He emphasizes the interconnected nature of heart health, diabetes, fatty liver, and brain function, and encourages listeners to be proactive about monitoring and managing their cardiometabolic health through lifestyle, medication, and regular check-ups. Read more

EP353: 6 Tips For Bone Health

Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients. Doctor Warrick Bishop, a cardiologist and CEO of the Healthy Heart Network, discusses tips for preventing osteoporosis and maintaining strong bones as people age. Read more