Asked & Answered Podcast Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:10:45 -0400 https://tv.texasheart.org/asked-and-answered en-us © 2026 Asked & Answered Podcast yes e224be0a-e1ef-51af-a8b2-58a78d7f4465 podcast@texasheart.org The Texas Heart Institute episodic false The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care's general and interventional cardiologist, Dr. Alexander Postalian, answers patients' questions about cardiovascular health.


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) heart attack, coronary calcium score, stent, high blood pressure, diabetes, atrial fibrillation, healthy diet, exercise, angina, statins, heart valve, Heart Catheterization The Texas Heart Institute podcast@texasheart.org https://storage.buzzsprout.com/sm80ds9ldyw49hcg8zk3dwtw6o98?.jpg Asked & Answered Podcast https://tv.texasheart.org/asked-and-answered Alexander Postalian, M.D., F.S.C.A.I. How do I know if I have varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency? How do I know if I have varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency? Symptoms of varicose veins often worsen by day's end, leading to pain, cramping, leg swelling, and visible veins.

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]]> Symptoms of varicose veins often worsen by day's end, leading to pain, cramping, leg swelling, and visible veins.

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-16528824 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0500 96 vascular surgery, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency 1 42 full false What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm and what are the risks? What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm and what are the risks? Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurysm replacement. 

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]]> Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurysm replacement. 

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-16528809 Tue, 20 May 2025 15:00:00 -0500 95 vascular surgery, abdominal aortic aneurysm, treatment options, stent grafts, 1 41 full false What is carotid artery disease and how is it related to stroke? What is carotid artery disease and how is it related to stroke? Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines both methods.

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]]> Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines both methods.

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-16528794 Tue, 06 May 2025 15:00:00 -0500 91 vascular surgery, carotid artery, strokerisk, treatment options 1 40 full false What is Peripheral Artery Disease and what are the risks? What is Peripheral Artery Disease and what are the risks? Peripheral arterial disease causes blockages in leg blood vessels, resulting in pain and non-healing wounds. 

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]]> Peripheral arterial disease causes blockages in leg blood vessels, resulting in pain and non-healing wounds. 

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-16528656 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0500 130 peripheral arterial disease, vascular surgery 1 39 full false What is a vascular surgeon and how do cardiologists and vascular surgeons work as a team? What is a vascular surgeon and how do cardiologists and vascular surgeons work as a team? Vascular surgeons specialize in treating blood vessels outside the heart. They work closely with cardiologists to provide minimally invasive treatment options.

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]]> Vascular surgeons specialize in treating blood vessels outside the heart. They work closely with cardiologists to provide minimally invasive treatment options.

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-16528595 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0500 95 vascular surgery, minimally invasive, cardiologists, patient care 1 38 full false How long does it take to become a cardiologist? How long does it take to become a cardiologist? "4 years of college, 4 years of med school, 3 years of internal medicine, 3 years of cardiology, 1-2 years of subspecialty training. Yes, you can do it."

- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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]]> "4 years of college, 4 years of med school, 3 years of internal medicine, 3 years of cardiology, 1-2 years of subspecialty training. Yes, you can do it."

- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15582733 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0600 72 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care 1 34 full false What is white coat hypertension and when should I worry? What is white coat hypertension and when should I worry? "What matters most is your average blood pressure, not occasional (small peaks). However, sometimes medication is needed if you are deemed to be at high risk of intermittent elevation."
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]]> "What matters most is your average blood pressure, not occasional (small peaks). However, sometimes medication is needed if you are deemed to be at high risk of intermittent elevation."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15582669 Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 75 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care, White Coat Hypertension 1 32 full false I pass out many times a year, usually when it is hot outside or if I must stand for a long time. What’s wrong with me? I pass out many times a year, usually when it is hot outside or if I must stand for a long time. What’s wrong with me? "The most likely cause is a degree of “dysautonomia” – most of the time this is benign. Sometimes, we can use medications to help out during flare-up periods."

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]]> "The most likely cause is a degree of “dysautonomia” – most of the time this is benign. Sometimes, we can use medications to help out during flare-up periods."

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15582756 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500 130 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care 1 35 full false Do I need open heart surgery after a heart catheterization? Do I need open heart surgery after a heart catheterization? "Some patients only need stents, some absolutely can only get bypass surgery, and there is a large gray area – talk to your doctor (or multiple doctors if needed)."
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]]> "Some patients only need stents, some absolutely can only get bypass surgery, and there is a large gray area – talk to your doctor (or multiple doctors if needed)."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15582713 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500 101 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care 1 33 full false I was told I have mitral valve prolapse, but a recent echocardiogram showed nothing – who’s messing up here? I was told I have mitral valve prolapse, but a recent echocardiogram showed nothing – who’s messing up here? "Mitral valve prolapse has varying severity, and different thresholds to call it such depending on the reader. The likelihood is that your valve is (mostly) normal."
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]]> "Mitral valve prolapse has varying severity, and different thresholds to call it such depending on the reader. The likelihood is that your valve is (mostly) normal."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15688897 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0500 87 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care 1 36 full false I have high cholesterol and DO NOT want to take statin poison. A friend is getting the cholesterol shots – how can I get the same? I have high cholesterol and DO NOT want to take statin poison. A friend is getting the cholesterol shots – how can I get the same? "Statins are beneficial and harmless to most patients. In patients that cannot take them, or if the numbers are bad despite being on them, many alternatives exist – including multiple types of injections."
- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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]]> "Statins are beneficial and harmless to most patients. In patients that cannot take them, or if the numbers are bad despite being on them, many alternatives exist – including multiple types of injections."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15688967 Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0500 187 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care, cholesterol, statins, heart attacks, strokes, muscle pain, injections, PCSK9 inhibitors, statin therapy 1 37 full false I feel my heart “jumping” inside my chest every now and then. Whenever I get an ECG, I am told it is normal. Do I need to worry? I feel my heart “jumping” inside my chest every now and then. Whenever I get an ECG, I am told it is normal. Do I need to worry? "The most common reason for this is your heart “skipping beats”, which is benign. However, dangerous arrhythmias can be ruled by performing rhythm monitoring with a patch."
- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist

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]]> "The most common reason for this is your heart “skipping beats”, which is benign. However, dangerous arrhythmias can be ruled by performing rhythm monitoring with a patch."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15441152 Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0500 81 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care, arrhythmias, heart jumping, chest, ECG, electrical activity test, test results, palpitations, heartbeat, benign condition, high-risk condition, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter 1 31 full false I have severe aortic stenosis due to a bicuspid aortic valve, can I have the replacement through my groin? I have severe aortic stenosis due to a bicuspid aortic valve, can I have the replacement through my groin? "While we are very good at doing aortic valve replacements through the groin, this is still not the current strategy for patients under the age of 60. Maybe in the future."
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]]> "While we are very good at doing aortic valve replacements through the groin, this is still not the current strategy for patients under the age of 60. Maybe in the future."
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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15441090 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0500 144 Asked and Answered, Alexander Postalian, Center for Cardiovascular Care,aortic stenosis, non-invasive procedure, heart surgery, heart care, cardiology, bicuspid aortic valve, groin procedure, open chest surgery, second opinion, heart valve, surgical proce 1 30 full false My doctors checked my lipoprotein(a) and it was SKY HIGH. Am I doomed? What does this mean? My doctors checked my lipoprotein(a) and it was SKY HIGH. Am I doomed? What does this mean? Dr. Alexander Postalian explains what Lipoprotein A is, why it's important, and what it means for your heart health. He also discusses the future of treatments for Lipoprotein A and what you can do to stay healthy in the meantime.

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]]> Dr. Alexander Postalian explains what Lipoprotein A is, why it's important, and what it means for your heart health. He also discusses the future of treatments for Lipoprotein A and what you can do to stay healthy in the meantime.

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15324537 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0500 112 lipoprotein A, cholesterol, heart disease, risk factors, prevention, blood pressure, medication, preventative medicine full false I had a calcium score of 732, and my nuclear stress test was apparently “normal”. I feel nothing. What’s going on? I had a calcium score of 732, and my nuclear stress test was apparently “normal”. I feel nothing. What’s going on? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian answers a question from a patient, regarding their calcium score and whether or not 732 is considered too "high".

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian answers a question from a patient, regarding their calcium score and whether or not 732 is considered too "high".

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]]> The Texas Heart Institute Buzzsprout-15324497 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0500 120 Asked and Answered, The Texas Heart Institute, Dr. Alexander Postalian, Calcium Score, Patient Health, Cardiovascular Health, Nuclear Stress Test, health, heart health, risk factors, medication, blockage, blood flow 1 full false Asked and Answered with General and Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Alexander Postalian Asked and Answered with General and Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Alexander Postalian On this episode of Asked and Answered, general and interventional cardiologist Dr. Alexander Postalian answers some of the most common questions that he gets from patients regarding cardiovascular health.

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  • Assessing chest pain and discomfort
  • Medical procedure
  • Medications 

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, general and interventional cardiologist Dr. Alexander Postalian answers some of the most common questions that he gets from patients regarding cardiovascular health.

The questions in this podcast are related to the following topics:

  • Assessing chest pain and discomfort
  • Medical procedure
  • Medications 

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]]> Buzzsprout-15039595 Mon, 13 May 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1062 Dr. Alexander Postalian, Asked and Answered, chest pain,treadmill,exercise,patient, imaging tests,ct scan,heart attacks,quadruple bypass,blockages,surgery,The Texas Heart Institute,Center for Cardiovascular Care,diagnosis 1 1 full false If I’m Overweight at What Age Should I Start Being Concerned About Heart Disease? If I’m Overweight at What Age Should I Start Being Concerned About Heart Disease? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss when patients should start to be concerned about heart disease if they are overweight.    

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss when patients should start to be concerned about heart disease if they are overweight.    

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047791 Fri, 10 May 2024 16:00:00 -0500 125 Briana Costello, Stephanie Coulter, Heart Disease, Ask Texas Heart Doctors 1 27 full false Elaborating on the Connection between Fatty Liver Disease and Cardiovascular Disease Elaborating on the Connection between Fatty Liver Disease and Cardiovascular Disease On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss Fatty Liver Disease (FLD) and how it relates to cardiovascular disease.    

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss Fatty Liver Disease (FLD) and how it relates to cardiovascular disease.    

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047765 Fri, 10 May 2024 16:00:00 -0500 140 Ask Texas Heart Doctors, Heart Disease, Briana Costello, Stephanie Coulter, Liver Disease 1 26 full false Which is better for Cardiovascular Health, the Keto or the Mediterranean Diet? Which is better for Cardiovascular Health, the Keto or the Mediterranean Diet? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss the Keto vs. Mediterranean debate in regards to cardiovascular health.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Stephanie Coulter sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to discuss the Keto vs. Mediterranean debate in regards to cardiovascular health.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047744 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 131 Briana Costello, Stephanie Coulter, Mediterranean Diet, Keto Diet, Ask Texas Heart Doctors 1 25 full false Q&A with Drs. Alexander Postalian and Briana Costello Q&A with Drs. Alexander Postalian and Briana Costello On this epsiode of Asked and Answered,  Dr. Alexander Postalian sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to answer questions given to them live from patients.

Some of the topics that they discuss include:

  • Their thoughts of the role of statins to treat cardiovascular issues.
  • Managing Muscle Aches
  • Alternative Medications to Statins

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]]> On this epsiode of Asked and Answered,  Dr. Alexander Postalian sits down with Dr. Briana Costello to answer questions given to them live from patients.

Some of the topics that they discuss include:

  • Their thoughts of the role of statins to treat cardiovascular issues.
  • Managing Muscle Aches
  • Alternative Medications to Statins

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047726 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2635 Briana Costello, Alexander Postalian, calcium score, keto diet, myocarditis, blood pressure, heart health, Ask Texas Heart Doctors 1 24 full false What do people really mean by healthy diet? What do people really mean by healthy diet? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the confusion that is associated with what is considered a healthy diet.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the confusion that is associated with what is considered a healthy diet.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047707 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 155 # healthy diet, # carbohydrates, # protein, # lean, # exercise, # obese, # fat, # weight loss, # diet, # High Cholesterol, # heart attack, # ldl, # hdl, # lipid, #Cholesterol, # Center for Cardiovascular Care, # The Texas Heart Institute 1 23 full false My Mom Is Scheduled to Have a Heart Catheterization, Should I Be Scared? My Mom Is Scheduled to Have a Heart Catheterization, Should I Be Scared? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will describe a heart catheterization and the risks that are associated with the procedure.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will describe a heart catheterization and the risks that are associated with the procedure.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047691 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 124 #biopsy, #angioplasty, #High blood pressure, #The Texas Heart Institute, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #Heart Catheterization, #arteries, #medications, #high blood pressure, #diet, #valve issues.minimally invasive, #blood vessels, #coronary arteries, 1 22 full false My husband snores like a rhino on steroids, and sometimes stops breathing at night. My husband snores like a rhino on steroids, and sometimes stops breathing at night. On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss obstructive sleep apnea and how it affects cardiovascular health.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss obstructive sleep apnea and how it affects cardiovascular health.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047669 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 126 # BiPAP, # CPAP, # Nighttime oral devices or mouth, # Overnight oximetry, # Polysomnography, # Marfan syndrome, # stuffy nose, # nasal congestion, # soft palate, # OSA, # obstructive sleep apnea, # Alexander Postalian 1 21 full false My Friend Had Their Aortic Valve Replaced Through The Groin, but My Doctor Tells Me They Have to Crack Me Open to Replace Mine My Friend Had Their Aortic Valve Replaced Through The Groin, but My Doctor Tells Me They Have to Crack Me Open to Replace Mine On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how each case is different and some patients require different treatment then others.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how each case is different and some patients require different treatment then others.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047651 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 213 #Aortic Disease, #The Texas Heart Institute, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #cardiologists, #stenosis, #interventional cardiologist, #aorta, #patients, #valve, #groin, #aortic valve, #transcatheter, #Marfan syndrome, 1 20 full false My Doctor Says I Need Quadruple Bypass Surgery. Why Can’t I Have Stents Instead? My Doctor Says I Need Quadruple Bypass Surgery. Why Can’t I Have Stents Instead? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the differences between a quadruple bypass surgery and a receiving a stent.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the differences between a quadruple bypass surgery and a receiving a stent.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15047630 Fri, 10 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 151 #atherosclerosis, #Coronary Artery Disease, #stents, #quadruple bypass, #blockages, #cardiologist, #surgery, #surgeon, #surgical, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #The Texas Heart Institute, #CAD, #chest pain, 1 19 full false My dad had a heart attack in his 50s. I am 27. When should I get checked? My dad had a heart attack in his 50s. I am 27. When should I get checked? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss when patients should get screened if they have family history of cardiovascular problems.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/heart-attack/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss when patients should get screened if they have family history of cardiovascular problems.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/heart-attack/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046294 Fri, 10 May 2024 11:00:00 -0500 61 # diastolic pressure, # systolic pressure, # diabetes, # smoking, # obesity, # stroke, # heart attack, # pump, # blood, # silent killer, # blood pressure, # hypertension, # bmi, # Alexander Postalian, # Center for Cardiovascular Care, # The Texas Heart In 1 18 full false My coronary calcium score was 232. Do I need to have a stent placed in my arteries? My coronary calcium score was 232. Do I need to have a stent placed in my arteries? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss coronary calcium scores and what they mean for cardiovascular health.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/womens-heart-health/straight-talk-newsletter/do-i-need-a-coronary-calcium-score/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss coronary calcium scores and what they mean for cardiovascular health.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/womens-heart-health/straight-talk-newsletter/do-i-need-a-coronary-calcium-score/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046243 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 163 # , # risk, # heart attack, # calcium, # plaque, # heart scan, # coronary calcium score, # Alexander Postalian, # Center for Cardiovascular Care, # The Texas Heart Institute, # THI, # asked and answered, # heart health, #Heart information center, 1 17 full false My blood pressure is all over the place – Do I need to be doing something differently? My blood pressure is all over the place – Do I need to be doing something differently? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss monitoring blood pressure levels and when patients should be concerned.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/high-blood-pressure-hypertension/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss monitoring blood pressure levels and when patients should be concerned.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/high-blood-pressure-hypertension/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046236 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 126 #heart health, #asked and answered, #THI, #The Texas Heart Institute, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #Alexander Postalian, #diastolic pressure, #systolic pressure, #diabetes, #smoking, #obesity, #stroke, #heart attack, #pump, #blood, #silent killer, #bl 1 16 full false Is there such a thing as too much exercise? I heard that marathons are not good for you. Is there such a thing as too much exercise? I heard that marathons are not good for you. On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how to exercise responsibly as a cardiovascular patient.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/exercise/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how to exercise responsibly as a cardiovascular patient.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/exercise/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046205 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 80 #heart disease, #cholesterol, #stress, #high blood pressure, #weight, #bmi, #physical activity, #weight training, #elliptical, #cycling, #jogging, #running, #walking, #exercise, #Alexander Postalian, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #The Texas Heart Inst 1 15 full false I was told I had a heart attack years ago. How low should my cholesterol be? I was told I had a heart attack years ago. How low should my cholesterol be? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian explains cholesterol and what the healthy range is for patients is.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/total-cholesterol/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian explains cholesterol and what the healthy range is for patients is.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/total-cholesterol/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046184 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 115 #heart disease risk, # Total Cholesterol, # Triglycerides, # High Cholesterol, # Lipoprotein, # heart attack, # ldl, # hdl, # lipid, # fat, # Cholesterol, # Alexander Postalian, # Center for Cardiovascular Care, # The Texas Heart Institute, # THI, # asked 1 14 full false I want to take the injection Amy Schumer used to lose weight – how do I get it, and is it safe? I want to take the injection Amy Schumer used to lose weight – how do I get it, and is it safe? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss GLP1 agonists, and whether or not the drug is safe for patients.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/obesity-and-overweight/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss GLP1 agonists, and whether or not the drug is safe for patients.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/obesity-and-overweight/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046155 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 88 #heart health, #asked and answered, #THI, #The Texas Heart Institute, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #Alexander Postalian, #exercise, #walking, #bmi, #weight, #high blood pressure, #stress, #cholesterol, #heart disease, #ozempic, #diabetes, #injection, 1 13 full false I Have a Stent in My Heart, Is It Safe to Stop My Plavix? I Have a Stent in My Heart, Is It Safe to Stop My Plavix? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss Plavix and whether or not it is safe for patients to stop taking it if they have a stent in their heart.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/coronary-artery-disease-cad/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss Plavix and whether or not it is safe for patients to stop taking it if they have a stent in their heart.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/coronary-artery-disease-cad/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046130 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 166 #arrhythmia, #angina pectoris, #heart attack, #Coronary Artery Disease, #The Texas Heart Institute, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #blockages, #platelet, #coronary arteries, #interventional cardiologist, #coronary stent, #clopidogrel, #plavix, #stent, 1 12 full false I had labs and I saw that my lipoprotein(a) was elevated. Should I be freaking out? I had labs and I saw that my lipoprotein(a) was elevated. Should I be freaking out? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss lipoproteins and how patients should monitor them.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/total-cholesterol/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss lipoproteins and how patients should monitor them.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/total-cholesterol/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046109 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 89 # heart disease risk , # Total Cholesterol, # Triglycerides, # High Cholesterol, # Lipoprotein, # Heart attack, # Alexander Postalian, # Center for Cardiovascular Care, # The Texas Heart Institute, # THI, # asked and answered, # heart health, 1 11 full false I Had a Heart Attack 3 Years Ago but I Can't Take Any of the Statins Prescribed I Had a Heart Attack 3 Years Ago but I Can't Take Any of the Statins Prescribed On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian gives his thoughts about what to do in a situation where a heart attack victim is unable to take the statins that were prescribed to them.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian gives his thoughts about what to do in a situation where a heart attack victim is unable to take the statins that were prescribed to them.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/dyslipidemia-and-high-cholesterol/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046064 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 232 #Dyslipidemia, #High Cholesterol, #heart disease, #statins, #cholesterol, #medications, #heart attack, #side effects, #injection, #drugs, #bad cholesterol, #glycerin, #diet, #healthy, #insomnia, #leg pain, #patients, #ldl, #lipid, #diabetes, 1 10 full false I Feel My Heart Stop For a Few Seconds and Restart With a Thump I Feel My Heart Stop For a Few Seconds and Restart With a Thump On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian offers his expertise after a patient told him they were feeling their heart stop.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/heart-rhythm-disorders-arrhythmia/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian offers his expertise after a patient told him they were feeling their heart stop.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/heart-rhythm-disorders-arrhythmia/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15046036 Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500 134 atrial Fibrillation,natural pacemaker,Heart Rhythm Disorders,The Texas Heart Institute,Center for Cardiovascular Care, atrial,palpitations,ectopic premature ventricular,irregular heartbeats,heartbeats,Arrhythmia,supraventricular,ventricular, heart monitor 1 9 full false How Often Do I Need to Get a Stress Test? How Often Do I Need to Get a Stress Test? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how often a patient should be doing a stress test.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/nuclear-stress-test/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how often a patient should be doing a stress test.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/nuclear-stress-test/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15041198 Fri, 10 May 2024 07:00:00 -0500 146 Dr. Alexander Postalian, Asked and Answered, The Texas Heart Institute,Electrocardiogram, Adenosine, radioactive tracer, exercise,heart test,cardiac stress test,stress test,Alexander Postalian,nuclear stress test,treadmill stress test 1 3 full false I feel a weird sensation in my chest, I was told it could be atrial fibrillation. I feel a weird sensation in my chest, I was told it could be atrial fibrillation. On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss what atrial fibrillation and how it relates to this question from a patient.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/atrial-fibrillation/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/atrial-fibrillation-a-fib/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss what atrial fibrillation and how it relates to this question from a patient.

Read More: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/atrial-fibrillation/ or https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/atrial-fibrillation-a-fib/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15042387 Thu, 09 May 2024 16:00:00 -0500 141 ablation, antiplatelet therapy, Supraventricular, heart rhythm disorder, tachycardia, lifestyle changes, blood thinners, stroke, blood clots,heart arrhythmia, A-Fib, atrial fibrillation, Alexander Postalian, 1 8 full false I'm Getting a Stress Test but My Doctor says I Don't Have to Run on a Treadmill I'm Getting a Stress Test but My Doctor says I Don't Have to Run on a Treadmill On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the different types of nuclear stress testing.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/nuclear-exercise-stress-test/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss the different types of nuclear stress testing.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/nuclear-exercise-stress-test/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15042361 Thu, 09 May 2024 16:00:00 -0500 197 medication blockage,blood flows,stress tests,exercise,stress,treadmill, running,injection,Center for Cardiovascular Care,The Texas Heart Institute, 1 7 full false I’m A 38-Year-Old Woman with Stomach Cramps That Move to My Chest I’m A 38-Year-Old Woman with Stomach Cramps That Move to My Chest On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss a patient that had stomach cramp that made its way to her chest and how she should proceed.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss a patient that had stomach cramp that made its way to her chest and how she should proceed.

Read More: www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/coronary-disease-program/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15042337 Thu, 09 May 2024 16:00:00 -0500 185 #chest pain, #negative, #ct scan, #physical activity, #stomach pain, #cardiologist, #workup, #imaging tests, #heart attack, #Center for Cardiovascular Care, #The Texas Heart Institute, 1 6 full false I’m 65 And I Have Been Taking Aspirin for A Long Time. I Read Aspirin Doesn’t Do Anything. Can I Stop It? I’m 65 And I Have Been Taking Aspirin for A Long Time. I Read Aspirin Doesn’t Do Anything. Can I Stop It? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how the use of aspirin has been modified over the years in the treatment of cardiovascular care.

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how the use of aspirin has been modified over the years in the treatment of cardiovascular care.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15041443 Thu, 09 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500 149 calcium,cardiovascular event,aspirin,patients,stents,heart attack,strokes,Center for Cardiovascular Care,The Texas Heart Institute,therapy,arteries, 1 5 full false I Always Get Random Chest Pains, Am I Going To Drop Dead? I Always Get Random Chest Pains, Am I Going To Drop Dead? On this episode of Asked & Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian responds to a patient who feared that they were in danger after getting chest pains randomly.


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]]> On this episode of Asked & Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian responds to a patient who feared that they were in danger after getting chest pains randomly.


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]]> Buzzsprout-15041399 Thu, 09 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500 131 ECG,nuclear stress test,suffocating,angina,The Texas Heart Institute,Center for Cardiovascular Care,cardiovascular risk,chest pain,heart attack,heart muscle,coronary artery disease,coronary angiography,EKG,blood test, 1 4 full false I am a 62 year-old woman trying to live healthier in general. How much am I supposed to exercise? I am a 62 year-old woman trying to live healthier in general. How much am I supposed to exercise? On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how cardiovascular patients should exercise.

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Learn more: texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/exercise/

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]]> On this episode of Asked and Answered, Dr. Alexander Postalian will discuss how cardiovascular patients should exercise.

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Learn more: texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/exercise/

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]]> Buzzsprout-15041122 Thu, 09 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500 63 heart health, asked and answered, THI, The Texas Heart Institute,heart disease,high blood pressure,weight,bmi,physical activity,weight training,walking,exercise,Alexander Postalian 1 2 full false