Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged
Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged is a physician-led podcast for patients and families facing real heart treatment decisions, and looking for answers they can trust.
Hosted by interventional cardiologist Dr. Aditya Mehra, the show breaks down modern cardiovascular treatments clearly, honestly, and without hype. Each episode explores the decisions behind medications, procedures, and advanced therapies, helping listeners understand why certain treatments are recommended, when to act, and what options actually exist.
This podcast is designed to replace fear and confusion with clarity - so patients can make informed, confident decisions about their heart care.
Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged
Latest Episodes
When to Worry About Heart Palpitations: Insights on Skipped Beats and Racing Rhythms
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 s...
Raising PAD Awareness September Spotlight on Peripheral Artery Disease
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, ...
Catheter-Valve Revolution: Expanding Heart Treatment Options for High-Risk and Elderly Patients
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. Fo...
Rethinking Stents: When They Help, When Medications Work, and What Patients Should Ask
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...
Blood Thinners or Watchman Device Navigating AFIB Stroke Prevention
Most patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFIB) are handed a prescription for blood thinners often without ever learning about another potentially life-changing option. In this episode of Cardiovascular Therapeutics Unplugged, Dr. Adity...