Breaking Down Cholesterol: Understanding New 2026 Guidelines and What They Mean for Your Heart

Welcome to another episode of Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged. Today, renowned cardiologist Dr. Mehra demystifies one of the most feared diagnoses in heart health: heart failure. When people hear the term "heart failure," it can sound frightening as if the heart has simply given up. But as Dr. Mehra explains, there’s so much more to the story. In this episode, we’ll break down what heart failure really means, explore its causes, symptoms, and risk factors, and discuss the modern s...

Have you ever felt your heart skip a beat, flutter unexpectedly, or race out of nowhere leaving you wondering if something might be wrong? Whether it’s a momentary sensation or a concerning alert from your smartwatch, these experiences can be startling and sometimes confusing. In this episode, renowned cardiologist Dr. Mehra to unravel what’s really happening in those moments, when an irregular heartbeat is harmless, and when it’s time to pay closer attention. From the differences between ben...

Welcome to Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged! In this special episode, Dr. Mehra shines the spotlight on a condition that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves: peripheral artery disease, or PAD. September marks PAD Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to dive into what PAD is, who it affects, why it often goes undiagnosed, and what warning signs you should look out for. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or just curious about your own cardiovascular health, this episode w...

Welcome back to Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged! In today's episode, we dive into the rapidly evolving world of structural heart disease, where cutting-edge catheter-based valve therapies are reshaping how we treat faulty heart valves. For decades, open-heart surgery was the only path for patients with failing valves—often leaving older or high-risk individuals without options beyond, "You're not a candidate." But that's no longer the case. Join Dr. Mehra he breaks down the basics of he...

Welcome to another episode of Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged. Today Dr. Mehra pulls back the curtain on one of cardiology’s most common and most misunderstood procedures: the coronary stent. When a stress test comes back abnormal, “stent” is often the word that follows, and for many patients, it sounds urgent and final. But is it always the right move? In this episode, we confront the myths and explore the evidence, showing when a stent can save a life, when medication is just as effec...