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ACC CardiaCast

ACC CardiaCast

American College of Cardiology 100 Episodes Aug 10, 2026

ACC CardiaCast is an occasional series from the American College of Cardiology. It offers the latest in clinical education, featuring explorations of current research and interviews with cardiovascular experts. The podcast aims to keep clinicians informed about advancements in cardiology.

Episodes

Risk Assessment and Genetics in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
Risk Assessment and Genetics in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease Aug 10, 2026 22:17 This episode of CardiaCast will feature a discussion on risk assessment and genetics in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.   This podcast is supported by Esperion, Merck, and Novartis.
Risk Assessment and Treatment of Hypertriglyceridemia
Risk Assessment and Treatment of Hypertriglyceridemia Aug 7, 2026 22:16 This episode of CardiaCast will feature a discussion on risk assessment and the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia.   This podcast is supported by Esperion, Merck, and Novartis. 
Targeting UACR: Therapeutic and Behavioral Approaches
Targeting UACR: Therapeutic and Behavioral Approaches Jul 31, 2026 18:29 In this final episode of the Increasing Role of UACR in Cardiovascular Care series, Drs. Ankeet Bhatt and Brendan Neuen will break down why UACR screening is one of the most powerful yet underused tools for identifying early cardiovascular risk. Together, they examine the latest evidence on therapies and lifestyle strategies that reduce albuminuria, discuss their impact on kidney and cardiovascula
Beyond the Kidneys: UACR and Cardiovascular Risk
Beyond the Kidneys: UACR and Cardiovascular Risk Jul 24, 2026 14:44 The second episode of the Increasing Role of UACR in Cardiovascular Care series focuses on the most recent evidence-based guidelines for elevated UACR and related cardiovascular (CV) conditions. Dr. Ankeet Bhatt interviews Dr. Nihar Desai on key terminology for albuminuria and discuss CV conditions associated with UACR as a biomarker.   This podcast is supported by a grant from Boehringer Ingel
Treatment of ASCVD Risk: From Lifestyle to Advanced Therapies
Treatment of ASCVD Risk: From Lifestyle to Advanced Therapies Jul 20, 2026 24:27 This episode of CardiaCast will feature a discussion on the treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk – from lifestyle to advanced therapies, led by Dr. Maya Safarova. The conversation covers lifestyle "therapy", the treatment algorithm for primary and secondary prevention, and what's on the horizon for ASCVD.   This podcast is supported by Esperion, Merck, and Novartis. 
The What, Who, When and Why of Screening of UACR
The What, Who, When and Why of Screening of UACR Jul 17, 2026 21:35 In this first episode of The Increasing Role of Urine Albumin-Creatinine Ratio (UACR) in Cardiovascular Care series, Dr. Ankeet Bhatt interviews Dr. Katherine Tuttle on UACR, its role in kidney disease, and the importance of screening. Listen to Dr. Tuttle provide an overview of the most recent evidence-based practices for UACR screening in cardiovascular disease risk assessment.  This podcast
Understanding the Spectrum: Causes and Risks of HTG and sHTG
Understanding the Spectrum: Causes and Risks of HTG and sHTG Jun 29, 2026 13:35 This episode is part of ACC's ongoing initiative to recognize the risks and tackle management of Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG) and Severe Hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG). Drs. Michael Miller and Monica Aggarwal review and emphasize the need to understand the multifactorial and genetic causes of HTG and sHTG, as well as the associated risks of pancreatitis and ASCVD.  This podcast is part of the ACC's 
Treating PSVT
Treating PSVT Jun 19, 2026 23:53 This episode is part of ACC's ongoing educational initiative to enhance the recognition, diagnosis, and management of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). Faculty review contemporary acute treatment approaches, including established therapies, recent advances, and first-line emergency department strategies with attention to efficacy and safety. The discussion also addresses management
The Power of the Care Team
The Power of the Care Team Jun 12, 2026 21:58 This episode provides a team-based overview of diagnosing and managing acute paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) across care settings. It emphasizes how patients interact with providers from primary care to electrophysiology and the importance of coordinated roles. The discussion highlights shared decision-making and targeted education to help patients recognize symptoms, understand re
Clinic Ready: Strategies for Seamless Remote Monitoring Implementation
Clinic Ready: Strategies for Seamless Remote Monitoring Implementation Jun 8, 2026 29:25 This episode is part of ACC's ongoing initiative to advance education on remote hemodynamic monitoring in heart failure management. Drs. Vishal Rao and Sandip Zalawadiya, along with Ms. Lisa Rathman, CRNP, discuss patient cases highlighting both successful pulmonary artery (PA) pressure device implantation and associated complications. They emphasize key practical considerations, including device
Diagnosing PSVT
Diagnosing PSVT Jun 4, 2026 16:42 This episode is part of ACC's ongoing effort to improve recognition and diagnosis of arrhythmias in clinical practice. In this CardiaCast, faculty explore a modern approach to identifying paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT), with a focus on real-world diagnostic challenges. The discussion highlights how to differentiate PSVT from other common causes of palpitations, interpret normal el
AI in the CICU: Transforming Cardiac Critical Care
AI in the CICU: Transforming Cardiac Critical Care May 22, 2026 26:13 In this episode, hosts Rosy Thachil, MD, FACC, and Shashank Sinha, MD, FACC, are joined by Jacob Jentzer, MD, FACC, and Ami Bhatt, MD, FACC, Chief Innovation Officer of the American College of Cardiology, for an engaging discussion on AI in the CICU: Transforming Cardiac Critical Care. The conversation explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to reshape cardiac critical care—from im

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