Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME

ACHD for the Primary Care Provider

 

Guest: Maan Jokhadar, M.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

  

This is the second of three episodes on adult congenital heart disease. Be sure to go back and listen to episode one, “The Hospitalized ACHD Patient.” In this episode, listeners will hear a primer on caring for adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) in the primary care setting. Dr. Malcolm Bell and Dr. Maan Jokhadar discuss when ACHD patients should be referred for specialized evaluation, how to locate clinics, and which symptoms should raise concern. Key practical tips are shared to help avoid common pitfalls and ensure safe, effective care for this unique patient population.

 

Topics Discussed:

Do all patients with CHD need to be seen in an ACHD clinic?

How to locate ACHD clinic?

What are some alarm symptoms for ACHD?

Common pitfalls to avoid

 

Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.

LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services

Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!

No CME credit offered for this episode.

 

Podcast episode transcript found here.

 

Recorded on: 04-November-2025

Pacing and Defibrillation Without Leads

 

Guest: Nicholas Tan, M.D.

Host: Anthony Kashou, M.D.

 

In this episode, listeners will hear about the history of pacemakers and defibrillators, both with and without leads. Potential risks and complications associated with transvenous cardiac devices are discussed. The listener should gain an awareness of leadless pacing and extravascular defibrillator systems.

 

Topics Discussed:

What are some of the risks associated with transvenous device implants?

What is leadless pacing, and how is it generally performed?

How does a defibrillator without transvenous leads work?

When will you consider “transvenous-free” pacing or defibrillation systems?

 

Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.

LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services

Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!

No CME credit offered for this episode.

 

Podcast episode transcript found here.

 

09-December-2025

The Hospitalized ACHD Patient

 

Guest: Maan Jokhadar, M.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

 

This is the first of three episodes on adult congenital heart disease. Adults with congenital heart disease are often admitted for a wide range of cardiac and non-cardiac issues, many of which carry unique management considerations. This episode emphasizes the importance of early ACHD consultation, especially in patients with cyanosis or prior complex repairs, and why even “simple” lesions deserve careful attention. We also touch on key bedside considerations that can significantly impact outcomes if overlooked. The goal is to build awareness and confidence when caring for this growing and complex patient population.

 

Topics Discussed:

Why are ACHD patients admitted? 

When should a practitioner consult ACHD for their patient? 

What are some of the common pitfalls to avoid?

 

Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.

LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services

Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!

No CME credit offered for this episode.

 

Podcast episode transcript found here.

 

Recorded on: 04-November-2025

Does Lifestyle Affect Pregnancy and Congenital Birth Defects?

 

Guest: Katie Young, M.D.

Guest: Carl Rose, M.D.

Host: Marysia Tweet, M.D., M.S.

 

Lifestyle choices before and during pregnancy can shape both maternal cardiovascular risk and fetal development. In this podcast, we explore how lifestyle factors before and during pregnancy influence maternal cardiovascular health and pregnancy outcomes.

 

Topics Discussed:

If a woman wishes to become pregnant, what can she do to minimize risk of adverse events during pregnancy or the postpartum period? 

Are there certain lifestyle choices that are known to cause pregnancy complications? 

Are there certain lifestyle choices that are known to cause congenital birth defects? 

Are there any women for whom you would advise daily baby aspirin during pregnancy? 

Are there lifestyle factors that should prompt enhanced fetal cardiac surveillance?

What cardiovascular or metabolic risk factors should ideally be optimized before conception?

Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.

LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services

Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!

No CME credit offered for this episode.

 

Podcast episode transcript found here.

Gene Therapy and Genetic Cardiomyopathies

 

Guest: John Giudicessi, M.D., Ph.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

 

In this podcast, listeners will learn what gene therapy is and the types of genes therapies under development for an array of genetically mediated cardiovascular disorders. In addition, active and upcoming gene therapy clinical trials for the treatment of specific arrhythmogenic, dilated, hypertrophic and restrictive cardiomyopathy genotypes will be discussed.

 

Topics Discussed:

What is gene therapy?

How do gene therapies differ from conventional management of genetic arrhythmogenic, dilated, hypertrophic and restrictive cardiomyopathies?

Are there different types of gene therapies?

What gene therapy trials are currently active or upcoming at Mayo Clinic and other institutions?

 

Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices.

LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services

Cardiovascular Education App:
The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today!

No CME credit offered for this episode.

 

Podcast episode transcript found here.

 

Recorded 21-October-2025