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Latest episodes

The prognostic benefit of complete revascularization assessed using fractional flow reserve CT

October 6, 2026 · 18 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Kristian Madsen from Esbjerg in Denmark. They discuss his publication concerning whether there are any persistent benefits of complete…
Syncope - the essentials

September 22, 2026 · 17 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Mohammed Ruzieh from Northwestern University, Illinois, US. They discuss his paper on managing patients presenting with syncope. If you enjoy…
How should we manage elevated blood pressure in the in-patient setting?

September 8, 2026 · 17 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Tara Chang from Stanford University. They discuss how to assess patients with high blood pressure in the inpatient setting and the best way…
Computational Models in Cardiovascular Disease

August 25, 2026 · 18 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Nick van Osta from Maastricht University. They discuss a review paper on computational modelling in cardiovascular disease. They cover the…
What is prehabilitation before cardiac surgery?

August 11, 2026 · 18 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Professor Enoch Akowuah from The University of Newcastle. They discuss what prehabilitation before cardiac surgery is, in terms of its three…

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What best explains the reduction in mortality after a heart attack over the last 15 years?

July 28, 2026 · 18 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Sharon Ayayo from the University of Manchester, UK. They discuss her analysis of the MINAP database that showed a significant improvement in…
What's the best way to screen for atrial fibrillation?

July 14, 2026 · 23 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Emma Svennberg from Karolinska Hospital in Stockholm, Sweden. They discuss her review on AF screening and dive into why many trials have been…
Can exercise lower your risk of AF?

June 30, 2026 · 29 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Ben Buckley from John Moores University. They discuss his Cochrane systematic review about the use of cardiac rehabilitation in patients with…
Beyond the weight: how obesity drugs and bariatric surgery are changing cardiovascular medicine

June 16, 2026 · 26 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Professor Carel le Roux from University College, Dublin and Ulster University. They discuss the trial evidence that has emerged over the last 20…
Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction plus AF - challenges and opportunities

June 2, 2026 · 31 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Harriette Van Spall from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. They discuss her team's comprehensive review paper all about the intersection of heart…
Can routine cardiac CT in patients with acute coronary syndrome and prior bypass grafts improve clinical decisions?

May 19, 2026 · 15 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor, Professor James Rudd, is joined by Dr Matthew Kelham from Bart's Hospital in London, UK. They discuss the difficulties in deciding the best strategy for patients who present with…
Do older patients benefit from heart failure therapies?

May 5, 2026 · 16 min

In this episode of the Heart podcast, Digital Media Editor Professor James Rudd is joined by Dr Elinor Tan from the National University of Singapore. They discuss her team's systematic review and meta-analysis of guideline-directed medical…

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About the show

The Heart Podcast is your go-to source for the latest insights and developments in cardiovascular medicine. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest advances in cardiovascular research and treatments. Heart - heart.bmj.com - is a renowned international journal from the BMJ Group and the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) dedicated to publishing research and reviews on cardiovascular disease. Stay ahead in your field by tuning into our expert discussions and accessing cutting-edge information. Subscribe now or listen on your favourite podcast platform to elevate your understanding of cardiovascular medicine. The Heart podcast is published twice a month, every other Tuesday. Podcast hosted by: Professor James Rudd, Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Consultant Cardiologist, University of Cambridge and Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge.