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Episode 481 - Charles Burger, MD

I'm Aware That I'm Rare: the phaware® podcast

Release Date: 08/12/2024

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Olitsky, the Global Center of Excellence Outreach Director for , discusses hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), a genetic disease characterized by abnormal blood vessel development. HHT can cause bleeding in various parts of the body, with nosebleeds being the most common symptom. In some cases, HHT can lead to the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Medications that dilate blood vessels can worsen bleeding in HHT patients. Dr. Olitsky shares his personal connection to HHT and PAH and highlights the efforts of Cure HHT to improve diagnosis...

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Eric Borstein, who lives with pulmonary arterial hypertension, is walking from Los Angeles to San Diego to raise funds and awareness for the benefit of Team PHenomenal Hope.  On September 21st, 2020, while at home, he collapsed from massive right heart failure and almost died.  On September 22nd, 2024, four years after his PH diagnosis, he begin his 120+ mile walk for patients living with pulmonary hypertension.  Learn more about his journey and this amazing event at . My name is Eric Borstein. I'm from Brentwood, California, in Los Angeles. I was diagnosed with pulmonary...

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Eric Borstein, who lives with pulmonary arterial hypertension, is walking from Los Angeles to San Diego to raise funds and awareness for the benefit of Team PHenomenal Hope.  On September 21st, 2020, while at home, he collapsed from massive right heart failure and almost died.  On September 22nd, 2024, four years after his PH diagnosis, he begin his 120+ mile walk for patients living with pulmonary hypertension.  Learn more about his journey and this amazing event at . Learn more about pulmonary hypertension trials at . Follow us on social @phaware  Engage for a cure: ...

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Thekla McGinley, a PAH patient and advocate, shares her journey with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and the changes she has witnessed in the treatment options and education for medical professionals. She emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and ensuring that patients have access to proper treatment. Thekla also discusses her role as a support group leader and encourages patients to communicate with their doctors to advocate for themselves in order to receive the best care. My name is Thekla McGinley, I’m from Bryant Arkansas. My connection to the PH community is I am a PAH...

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In this episode, Thekla McGinley, a PAH patient and advocate, shares her journey with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and the changes she has witnessed in the treatment options and education for medical professionals. She emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and ensuring that patients have access to proper treatment. Thekla also discusses her role as a support group leader and encourages patients to communicate with their doctors to advocate for themselves in order to receive the best care. Learn more about pulmonary hypertension trials at . Follow us on social @phaware ...

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Dr. Morris Salem is a pediatric congenital cardiologist and adult congenital heart disease specialist at Kaiser Permanente in Southern California. He takes care of patients of all ages, from fetuses to elderly individuals. Dr. Salem's primary focus is interventional cardiac catheterization, specifically the closure of holes in the heart. He also deals with pulmonary hypertension and collaborates with referring physicians throughout Southern California. Dr. Salem works within the Kaiser system, which provides care to all patients regardless of age, race, or financial abilities. My name is Dr....

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Dr. Morris Salem is a pediatric congenital cardiologist and adult congenital heart disease specialist at Kaiser Permanente in Southern California. He takes care of patients of all ages, from fetuses to elderly individuals. Dr. Salem's primary focus is interventional cardiac catheterization, specifically the closure of holes in the heart. He also deals with pulmonary hypertension and collaborates with referring physicians throughout Southern California. Dr. Salem works within the Kaiser system, which provides care to all patients regardless of age, race, or financial abilities. Learn more...

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Claire Champion is a nurse practitioner at Texas Children's Hospital, specializing in pulmonary hypertension. As a nurse practitioner, she has the opportunity to see some of the patients as outpatients, which allows her to witness positive outcomes and the resilience of children. She also highlights the need for nurses to have a support system to cope with the emotional toll of the job. Claire encourages families to be open about their ongoing issues so that the healthcare team can provide the necessary support. My name is Claire Champion. I am now a nurse practitioner at Texas Children's...

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Claire Champion is a nurse practitioner at Texas Children's Hospital, specializing in pulmonary hypertension. As a nurse practitioner, she has the opportunity to see some of the patients as outpatients, which allows her to witness positive outcomes and the resilience of children. She also highlights the need for nurses to have a support system to cope with the emotional toll of the job. Claire encourages families to be open about their ongoing issues so that the healthcare team can provide the necessary support. Learn more about pulmonary hypertension trials at . Follow us on social @phaware...

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Dr. Charles Burger, the medical director of the Pulmonary Vascular Center at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, discusses the importance of patient registries, specifically the Pulmonary Hypertension Association’s  for pulmonary hypertension. This registry collects clinical information and surveys from patients to understand their characteristics, treatment options, and outcomes. The PHAR registry also provides opportunities for research on topics like social determinants of health and newly diagnosed patients. My name is Dr. Charles Burger. I work at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville,...

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In this episode, Dr. Charles Burger, the medical director of the Pulmonary Vascular Center at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, discusses the importance of patient registries, specifically the Pulmonary Hypertension Association’s PHA Registry (PHAR) for pulmonary hypertension. This registry collects clinical information and surveys from patients to understand their characteristics, treatment options, and outcomes. The PHAR registry also provides opportunities for research on topics like social determinants of health and newly diagnosed patients.

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