Clotcast: The NATF Podcast

A limited series podcast focused on fostering open and ongoing dialogues between healthcare providers and patients.

S2E5: Life After A PAD Diagnosis 09/29/2023

S2E5: Life After A PAD Diagnosis Mr. Gerald Cooper, a patient with PAD, joins Dr. Lee Kirksey and Debra Kohlman-Trigoboff, NP for a chat about: Navigating life after being diagnosed with a chronic illness What a PAD care team looks like Managing mental health and physical health after a PAD diagnosis About PAD PAD is a condition that’s unknown to many, yet it affects more than 230 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it’s estimated that upward of 12 million people live with PAD, putting them at risk for serious complications. PAD involves narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body. This narrowing, medically known as stenosis, impairs blood flow. PAD most commonly affects the lower half of the body (called lower extremity PAD) and occurs when plaques build up in artery walls. This plaque buildup narrows the passageways for blood flow, reducing the flow of blood to the legs and feet. PAD can occur with or without diabetes. When diabetes and PAD occur together, the risk of limb complications is significantly increased. /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/28106495

S2E4: Lifestyle and PAD 09/22/2023

S2E4: Lifestyle and PAD Drs. Lee Kirksey, Diane Treat-Jacobson, and Amy Pollak talk about: practical changes you and your family can make to help prevent or manage PAD “real-world” barriers to initiating lifestyle changes, accessing equitable care, and implementing healthcare recommendations About PAD PAD is a condition that’s unknown to many, yet it affects more than 230 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it’s estimated that upward of 12 million people live with PAD, putting them at risk for serious complications. PAD involves narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body. This narrowing, medically known as stenosis, impairs blood flow. PAD most commonly affects the lower half of the body (called lower extremity PAD) and occurs when plaques build up in artery walls. This plaque buildup narrows the passageways for blood flow, reducing the flow of blood to the legs and feet. PAD can occur with or without diabetes. When diabetes and PAD occur together, the risk of limb complications is significantly increased. /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/28106429

S2E3: How to Talk to Your Care Team About Your Risk for PAD 09/15/2023

S2E3: How to Talk to Your Care Team About Your Risk for PAD Drs. Lee Kirksey, Chloé Powell, & Samir Shah talk about Raising awareness of risk factors (particularly within at-risk minority communities) Keys to open communication and building trust Importance of advocating for self and family members Understanding the diagnostic process for PAD & what tests are needed About PAD PAD is a condition that’s unknown to many, yet it affects more than 230 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it’s estimated that upward of 12 million people live with PAD, putting them at risk for serious complications. PAD involves narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body. This narrowing, medically known as stenosis, impairs blood flow. PAD most commonly affects the lower half of the body (called lower extremity PAD) and occurs when plaques build up in artery walls. This plaque buildup narrows the passageways for blood flow, reducing the flow of blood to the legs and feet. PAD can occur with or without diabetes. When diabetes and PAD occur together, the risk of limb complications is significantly increased. /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/28009944

S2E2: Treatment Options For PAD 09/08/2023

S2E2: Treatment Options For PAD Drs. Lee Kirksey and Gregory Piazza talk about the range of treatment options for PAD, including: Recommended lifestyle changes Supervised exercise programs Medications Procedures About PAD PAD is a condition that’s unknown to many, yet it affects more than 230 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it’s estimated that upward of 12 million people live with PAD, putting them at risk for serious complications. PAD involves narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body. This narrowing, medically known as stenosis, impairs blood flow. PAD most commonly affects the lower half of the body (called lower extremity PAD) and occurs when plaques build up in artery walls. This plaque buildup narrows the passageways for blood flow, reducing the flow of blood to the legs and feet. PAD can occur with or without diabetes. When diabetes and PAD occur together, the risk of limb complications is significantly increased. /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/27969153

S2E1: What is PAD? 09/01/2023

S2E1: What is PAD? In this episode, Drs. Lee Kirksey, Carlos Mena, and Jocelyn Beach talk about what Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is, risk factors for PAD, signs/symptoms of PAD, and how PAD is diagnosed. About PAD PAD is a condition that’s unknown to many, yet it affects more than 230 million people worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it’s estimated that upward of 12 million people live with PAD, putting them at risk for serious complications. PAD involves narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body. This narrowing, medically known as stenosis, impairs blood flow. PAD most commonly affects the lower half of the body (called lower extremity PAD) and occurs when plaques build up in artery walls. This plaque buildup narrows the passageways for blood flow, reducing the flow of blood to the legs and feet. PAD can occur with or without diabetes. When diabetes and PAD occur together, the risk of limb complications is significantly increased. /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/27903825

S1E5: From Heart Disease to Healthcare 04/19/2022

S1E5: From Heart Disease to Healthcare This episode addresses the burden of heart disease and its far-reaching impact on patients, providers, and the US health system. Moderator: Neil Skolnik Special Guests: Essence Harris Banks & Robin Ortiz, MD, MS /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/22837895

S1E4: Drugs Don't Work in Patients That Don't Take Them 04/11/2022

S1E4: Drugs Don't Work in Patients That Don't Take Them This episode addresses the importance of medication adherence... after all, drugs don't work in patients who don't take them! Moderator: Neil Skolnik Special Guests: Bart Coyne & Zachary Marcum, PharmaD, MS, PhD /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/22751912

S1E3: Small Habits, Big Changes 03/31/2022

S1E3: Small Habits, Big Changes This episode covers the link between heart attack, stroke, and blood clots--and how small healthy habits can help prevent these big events.Moderator: Neil SkolnikSpecial Guests: Melissa Shea & Esther Kim, MD, MPH /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/22519661

S1E2: The Empowered Patient 03/31/2022

S1E2: The Empowered Patient This episode covers the importance of being an active participant and advocate in your own care - and how to do so!Moderator: Neil SkolnikSpecial Guests: Aisha Adams & Ben Silverberg, MD, MSc /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/22471442

S1E1: Mind the Gap 03/31/2022

S1E1: Mind the Gap This episode covers the need to bridge the gap of communication between healthcare providers and patients - and proven techniques and tips for doing so!Moderator: Neil SkolnikSpecial Guests: Brenda Shisslak & Kimberly Mercer, PhD /episode/index/show/e5881b53-4009-4cb8-b3bf-c4bc9c074d71/id/22471292

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