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The Latest Medical News for Your Heart

Conference Coverage of the American Heart Association's (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2010

Patient Power host attended the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2010 in Chicago, the annual meeting for physicians and researchers covering the latest in cardiovascular medicine.  Andrew interviewed several experts to help you understand developments in research and treatment. Whether you are a patient or care about someone who is a patient, be sure to catch our video interviews from the conference.

Video from AHA:

Dr. Yuli Kim encourages individuals who had Congenital Heart problems as a child to form a care partnership between their pediatric and adult heart specialists.

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Dr. Daniel Rader of Penn Medicine encourages individuals with a family history of heart disease to be screened at a younger age so they can prevent heart disease before it develops. It could be life saving.

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An exploratory use for Ventricular Assist Devices may provide a "Bridge to Recovery" for patients allowing weak hearts to "rest" for a time and become stronger.

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Heart surgeons have perfected minimally invasive ways to perform a number of procedures including heart valve repair. Dr. Joe Woo, heart surgeon from the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine explains.

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Heart disease in women has differences. The latest research amplifies our understanding of that. Dr. Mariell Jessup, a specialist in heart disease in women explains and suggests how women can work with their doctor to develop a heart health plan.

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Weight and BMI are giving way to new methods for determining obesity, a major factor making heart disease our number one killer. Dr. Nehal Mehta also explains the correlations between Psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition, and vascular health.

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For many people with serious heart valve problems new techniques allow repair or replacement to be performed in a minimally invasive way through a catheter inserted from the groin. Dr. Howard Herrmann from Penn Medicine explains.

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New and better drugs with fewer side effects and less need for careful monitoring will be replacing Coumadin to help atrial fibrillation patients avoid strokes.

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Drs. Emile Mohler and Benjamin Jackson explain the range of treatment options for individuals with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). From physical therapy, to medicine, to minimally invasive surgery, to vascular bypass, the experts reassure patients that there is hope for an active life at any age.

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Dr. Steven Nissen of the Cleveland Clinic, emphasizes the need for patients to be in active dialogue with their physicians and ask the hard questions when they become skeptical about a medication.

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Andrew's Blog

Don't forget to check out Andrew's Video Blogs from the Conference Floor as he brings expert perspectives into focus.

Hear what’s hot in new information for your heart as Andrew is on location at the AHA in Chicago.

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On location at the AHA meeting in Chicago, Andrew discusses lowering your risk of heart disease and how weight affects your risk.

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Andrew gives an overview of a full range of heart issues discussed from the AHA, including newer and better medications that could replace other drugs.

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