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MyHeart.netThe Role of Nutrition in Reversing Fatty Liver Disease with Amy Goss, PhDIs fatty liver disease reversible through diet?Amy Goss, PhD, Associate Professor of Nutrition Sciences at UAB and Registered Dietitian, returns to the MyHeart.net podcast to discuss metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), also known as fatty liver disease, and her research on how a carbohydrate-restricted diet may help reduce liver fat in those already diagnosed with the condition. Learn practical tips on making dietary changes that are both effective and sustainable.To read more about how exercise, diet, and other lifestyle changes may help with MASLD by exploring our article, Lifestyle Intervention as the...
2026-02-2033 minMyHeart.netHFpEF and Obesity: More Than a Comorbidity with Dr. Michelle KittlesonIn this episode of the MyHeart.net podcast, Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses the interplay between Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction, or HFpEF, and obesity with Dr. Michelle Kittleson, Director of Heart Failure Research at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai.Learn more about the diagnosis, challenges, and management of this condition by exploring our article, Managing Obesity in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada an...
2026-01-2940 minMyHeart.netWhen Obesity Becomes a Disease: A Clinical Perspective with Dr. Timothy GarveyIn this episode of MyHeart.net, cardiologist Dr. Alan Bouchard sits down with Dr. Timothy Garvey, Professor of Medicine in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, to discuss the evolving definition of obesity as a disease. Drawing from The Lancet’s 2025 clinical framework, Dr. Garvey explains when excess adiposity begins to impair organ function, how this redefinition changes patient care, and why understanding obesity as a chronic disease is essential for preventing cardiometabolic complications.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Ca...
2025-11-1425 minMyHeart.netBeyond Blood Thinners: Rethinking Stroke Prevention in AFib with Dr. Charles V. PollackAtrial fibrillation raises stroke risk fivefold. But what if blood thinners are too dangerous after a brain bleed or major fall?A new monthly injection, abelacimab, may prevent strokes without the bleeding risk of traditional anticoagulants.Is this the future for AFib patients who can’t take blood thinners? Cardiologist Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses this groundbreaking drug with Dr. Charles V. Pollack, a consultant clinical scientist and professional educator with Novartis, owner of abelacimab.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of...
2025-10-0951 minMyHeart.netFrom Obesity to Diabetes: The Cost of Convenience Foods with Amy Goss, PhDAre busy lifestyles and convenience foods quietly reshaping our health? Cardiologist Dr. Alain Bouchard talks with dietitian and researcher Dr. Amy Goss about the impact of ultra-processed foods on children, families, and communities. From school lunches to quick weeknight dinners, they share tips for identifying hidden risks on food labels and creating healthier meals...even on a budget.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal...
2025-09-3029 minMyHeart.netHypertriglyceridemia: The Hidden Residual Risk with Dr. Vera BittnerDr. Vera Bittner, Section Head of General Cardiology, Prevention, and Imaging and Medical Director of the Coronary Care Unit at UAB, discusses the risks associated with elevated triglycerides and how to combat this potentially dangerous condition.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California...
2025-08-2821 minMyHeart.netLife After an Amyloidosis Diagnosis with Dr. Pankaj AroraIs there hope for a better quality of life when amyloidosis is a part of it? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Pankaj Arora, Director of the Cardiogenomics Clinic Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, to discuss amyloidosis's causes, symptoms, and, most importantly, emerging treatments.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart...
2025-07-2221 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: Harmony Within While a certain level of stress can serve as a motivator, chronic and excessive stress can take a toll on both our physical and mental well-being. It's essential to recognize the detrimental effects stress can have on our bodies, particularly its role in triggering an increase in stress hormones and inflammatory chemicals. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2025-01-1411 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: Moderation MattersAlcohol – it's a ubiquitous part of social gatherings, celebrations, and even daily routines for many. Yet, amidst the conviviality, it's crucial to understand the delicate balance between indulgence and moderation when it comes to alcohol consumption. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-12-0906 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: Fit and FabulousIn today's fast-paced world, where stress levels are soaring and lifestyles are increasingly sedentary, the importance of regular exercise cannot be overstated. Incorporating exercise into your daily routine is not just about achieving a certain physique; it's about nurturing your body, mind, and overall well-being. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-11-1813 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: Fueling WellnessIn a world where dietary choices abound, understanding what constitutes a truly healthy diet can be challenging. However, several well-researched dietary patterns have emerged as effective frameworks for promoting overall health and well-being. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-09-1629 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: A Balancing ActIn today's fast-paced world, where convenience often takes precedence over health, maintaining an optimal weight can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. However, understanding the importance of weight management as a crucial component of a healthy lifestyle is paramount. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-09-0308 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: Clearing the AirThe widespread use of tobacco products, including traditional smoking and vaping, continues to take a heavy toll on public health. Despite concerted efforts to raise awareness of the associated risks, smoking-related illnesses remain a leading cause of preventable death worldwide. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-08-2121 minMyHeart.netEmbracing a Healthy Lifestyle: A Shield Against Heart DiseaseIn a world inundated with conflicting health messages and sedentary lifestyles, the concept of living a healthy life can seem elusive. Yet, amidst the chaos, lies a simple truth: the choices we make each day profoundly shape our well-being and longevity. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
2024-06-2411 minMyHeart.netPerfecting the Beat: Navigating Rhythm Control in AFibAtrial Fibrillation is the most prevalent sustained arrhythmia worldwide affecting over 50 million patients. Characterized by erratic, ofter rapid heart beat, Atrial Fibrillation represent a significant challenge to the patient's health and well being. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Ibrahim Hanna, a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist in Birmingham, AL with over 25 years of experience in the medical field.
2024-05-2824 minMyHeart.netGuarding Your Heart: A Practical Guide to Prevent Atrial FibrillationAtrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder that can significantly impact a patient's quality of life and lifespan. The incidence and prevalence of Afib are increasing in the US and globally. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Ibrahim Hanna, a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist in Birmingham, AL with over 25 years of experience in the medical field.
2024-04-1527 minMyHeart.netThe Evolution And Promises of GLP-1 AgonistsIn the last 15 years, the landscape of diabetes and obesity management has been significantly transformed by the advent of GLP-1 receptor agonists which are about to become the most successful drugs in the history of medicine, eclipsing drugs like insulin and statin. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Timothy Garvey, Professor of Medicine in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
2024-03-1820 minMyHeart.netTransforming Type 2 Diabetes CareLiving with diabetes presents a myriad of challenges, and one of the most significant concerns is the heightened risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and related complications. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Timothy Garvey, Professor of Medicine in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
2024-02-1423 minMyHeart.netA Journey of ResilienceIn the realm of medical miracles and stories of resilience, few can match the inspiring journey of patients who have battled against the odds. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses one such journey with his patient, Houston Dill.
2024-01-0450 minMyHeart.netYoung Adults and Heart Disease RiskCardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a significant public health challenge, affecting individuals of all ages. In recent years, there has been a growing realization that risk assessment for CVD should extend beyond the traditional focus on older adults. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr Pankaj Arora, associate professor of medicine at UAB.
2023-12-0516 minMyHeart.netExploring Inherited CardiomyopathiesWithin the intricate realm of cardiovascular health, the blueprint of our genes exerts a profound influence on the fate of our hearts. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr Pankaj Arora, associate professor of medicine at UAB.
2023-10-3027 minMyHeart.netUnlocking the Secrets of Your DNAGenetic screening for cardiovascular disease (CVD) can provide valuable insights into an individual's risk factors, potential genetic causes, and personalized treatment options. Dr. Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr Pankaj Arora, associate professor of medicine at UAB.
2023-10-0216 minMyHeart.netWomen and Heart DiseaseHeart disease is a leading cause of death in women, yet it is often thought of as a predominantly male disease. Dr. Alain Bouchard, MD, discusses with Nicole L. Lohr, MD, Director of the Division of Cardiovascular Disease and Co-Director of the UAB Medicine Cardiovascular Institute.
2023-09-2618 minMyHeart.netWomen, Heart Disease, and the Need for Better ResearchHeart disease is a leading cause of death in women, yet it is often thought of as a predominantly male disease. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Nicole L. Lohr, MD, Director of the Division of Cardiovascular Disease and Co-Director of the UAB Medicine Cardiovascular Institute
2023-09-2617 minMyHeart.netWomen, Heart Disease, and the Need for Better ResearchHeart disease is a leading cause of death in women, yet it is often thought of as a predominantly male disease. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Nicole L. Lohr, MD, Director of the Division of Cardiovascular Disease and Co-Director of the UAB Medicine Cardiovascular Institute
2023-09-1818 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention Episode 5: DiabetesDr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention with this week's focus: Diabetes
2023-09-0411 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention Episode 4: CholesterolDr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention with this week's focus: Cholesterol
2023-08-2115 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention Episode 3: HypertensionDr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention with this week's focus: Hypertension
2023-07-2418 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention Episode 2: AspirinDoes an aspirin a day keep the doctor away? Is alcohol good or bad for your cardiac health? In this week’s episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention with this week's focus: Aspirin
2023-07-1010 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention Episode 1: PreventionDoes an aspirin a day keep the doctor away? Is alcohol good or bad for your cardiac health? In this week’s episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention with this week's focus: Prevention
2023-05-3029 minMyHeart.netFamilial Hypercholesterolemia with Dr. Pradeep NatarajanDr. Bouchard discusses " Familial Hypercholesterolemia" with Dr. Pradeep Natarajan from Harvard.
2023-05-0920 minMyHeart.netHypertension with Dr. Suzanne OparilDr. Bouchard discusses " Hypertension" with Dr. Suzanne Oparil, M.D. Distinguished Professor of Medicine. Professor of Cell, Developmental and Integrative Biology. Director, Vascular Biology and Hypertension Program. Section Chief of Vascular Biology and Hypertension.Hypertension is a pervasive problem and affects nearly 50% of the US population including over 90 million adults with uncontrolled hypertension and an estimated 34 million untreated. For an adult 40 years of age without high blood pressure, the lifetime risk of developing hypertension is 93% for African Americans, 92% for Hispanics, 86% for whites, and 84% for Chinese adults.
2023-04-0324 minMyHeart.netHDL Conundrum with Dr John J.P. KasteleinDr. Bouchard discusses " THE HDL CHOLESTEROL CONUNDRUM" with Dr. John J.P. Kastelein, M.D., Ph.D., FESC, Professor of Medicine, University of Amsterdam.The role of High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in the development of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality has long been recognized.
2023-03-0218 minMyHeart.netNon-Statin Treatment for LDL Cholesterol with Dr. John J.P. KasteleinDr. Bouchard discusses " NON-STATIN THERAPIES FOR LDL CHOLESTEROL LOWERING" with Dr. John J.P. Kastelein, M.D., Ph.D., FESC, Professor of Medicine, University of Amsterdam.The role of statin in the treatment of patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) has been well demonstrated to lower major cardiovascular events.
2023-02-2322 minMyHeart.netLP(a) with Dr. Leslie ChoDr. Bouchard discusses "LIPOPROTEIN (a), A BIOMARKER FOR STROKE" with Dr. Leslie Cho, Director of the Cleveland Clinic's Women's Cardiovascular Center.Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death and disability worldwide.Despite advances in lipid management, there remain significant risks of heart disease and stroke in patients treated with current therapies such as statin.
2023-02-1017 minMyHeart.netRegards PodcastDr. Bouchard discusses "Regards" in the stroke belt with Dr. George Howard at the University of Alabama at Birmingham."REGARDS” is an abbreviation for Reasons for Geographic And Racial Difference in Stroke. It is an observational study of risk factors for stroke in adults 45 years or older. It is co-sponsored by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and the National Institute on Aging.
2023-02-0735 minMyHeart.netLeaky Mitral ValveDr. Bouchard discusses the Leaky Mitral Valve with Dr. Mustafa Ahmed at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
2022-12-2921 minMyHeart.netLeaky Aortic ValveDr. Bouchard discusses the Leaky Aortic Valve with Dr. Mustafa Ahmed at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
2022-12-2226 minMyHeart.netEchocardiography with Nelson Schiller: Past, Present, and FutureSince its development in the 1970s, Doppler echocardiography has occupied a position of increasing importance in the assessment of patients with valvular heart disease. Continuous-wave and pulsed Doppler measurements, as well as color Doppler, have been used to monitor the progression of chronic valvular disease.
2022-10-2055 minMyHeart.netFatness and Fitness with Chip LavieThe Obesity pandemic is well established with >70% of US adults being overweight (BMI >25) or obese (BMI >30) or severely obese (BMI >40). Obesity contributes directly to cardiovascular risk factors, including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, abnormal lipids, and sleep apnea. Obesity leads also to cardiovascular disease and cardiac mortality independently of other risk factors. Obesity is associated with coronary artery disease, heart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation and sudden cardiac death.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of...
2022-09-2238 minMyHeart.netWeight Loss with Tim GarveyWell, welcome to our podcast on the treatment of overweight and obesity. And with us today, we have a very distinguished professor of medicine department of nutritional sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Dr. Timothy Garvey.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at...
2022-09-0244 minMyHeart.netCAR T Cell Therapy with Dr. Amit Mehta & Dr. Carrie LennemanWhat is chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy, or CAR T therapy? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Amit Mehta, director of the lymphoma and CAR T programs at UAB, and Dr. Carrie Lenneman, a cardio-oncologist, in a discussion of this new form of immunotherapy to target cancer cells.Learn more about CAR T cell therapy here.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University...
2022-08-1129 minMyHeart.netCardiac Rehab with Dr. Chip LavieSurviving a heart attack is difficult enough, but for many patients, this is just the beginning of an often overlooked journey. Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention with Dr. Chip Lavie, Professor of Medicine and Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention and Director of the Exercise Laboratories at the John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, Ochsner Clinical School-The University of Queensland School of Medicine in New Orleans.Learn more about cardiac rehab here.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology...
2022-07-1824 minMyHeart.netProstate Cancer and Cardiology with Drs. Michael Bivins, Mollie deShazo, & Carrie LennemanHow can we treat prostate cancer while still protecting the heart? Dr. Alain Bouchard explores this subject with expert guests Dr. Michael Bivins, a urologist at Urology Centers of Alabama (UCA), Dr. Mollie deShazo, a medical oncologist at UCA Van Scott Cancer Center, and Dr. Carrie Lenneman, director of the Cardio-Onocology program at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.Learn more about how to treat prostate cancer and protect your heart here.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He...
2022-06-3042 min
Innovation Leaders🇫🇷 #40 – Pierre-Alain Bouchard – Director of engineering – Zendesk 🎙️ Au coeur de l'engineering d'une scale-up valorisée 10Mrds$ !Voici un podcast pour découvrir le cœur du réacteur de Zendesk.
A travers une discussion passionnante avec Pierre-Alain Bouchard, Director of engineering, vous découvrirez les coulisses et les secrets de cette impressionnante scale-up.
Zendesk, société danoise fondée en 2007 et cotée au Nasdaq depuis 2014, est une pépite tech qui compte plus de 160 000 clients et 5500 collaborateurs. C'est une plateforme SaaS de service client que vous avez forcément utilisée sans même vous en rendre compte et qui vient tout juste d'annoncer son rachat par un fonds d'investissement pour la modiq...
2022-06-281h 07MyHeart.netPTSD in Hospital Workers with Lyndsey RobinsonDr. Alain Bouchard discusses PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, in frontline hospital workers, a ripple effect of the pandemic with special guest Lyndsey Robinson. Lyndsey Robinson is a family emergency medicine nurse practitioner with experience in pediatric and women's health. She's also a former licensed counselor and therapist using yoga expertise for the treatment of mental health and addiction.Learn more about PTSD in frontline healthcare workers here.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native...
2022-06-0127 minMyHeart.netStem Cells in Heart Failure with Dr. Emerson PerinHow can we utilize the regenerative stem cells already found in the human adult body to combat the effects of heart failure? Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses this cutting edge realm of medicine with Dr. Emerson Perin, director of the Center for Clinical Research at the Texas Heart Institute.Learn more about stem cells for the treatment of heart failure here.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at...
2022-05-1319 minMyHeart.netLate Cardiac Effects After Stem Cell Transplant with Drs. Wendy Bottinor & Carrie LennemanDr. Alain Bouchard continues his discussion of the cardiac effects of cancer treatment with Drs. Wendy Bottinor, VCU Health, Richmond, Virginia and Carrie Lenneman, UAB Medicine, this time focusing on stem cell transplant patients.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San...
2022-04-0513 minMyHeart.netHeart Disease in Childhood Cancer Survivors with Drs. Wendy Bottinor & Carrie LennemanIt is estimated that over 500,000 childhood cancer survivors live to adulthood, but the cure of cancer sometimes comes at a cost. Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Drs. Wendy Bottinor, VCU Health, Richmond, Virginia and Carrie Lenneman, UAB Medicine, in a discussion of heart disease in childhood cancer survivors.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal...
2022-03-2225 minMyHeart.netCardio-Oncology 101 with Dr. Yan LiuWhen undergoing cancer treatment, the last thing any patient wants to worry about is a heart attack. Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Yan Liu of Ascension Seton in a discussion of the intricate nature of cardio-oncology.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University...
2022-02-2126 minMyHeart.netWhen Cancer and Blood Clots Collide with Dr. Yan LiuWhat happens when cancer and blood clots collide? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Yan Liu, Director of Cardio-Oncology at Ascension Seton, in a discussion of the cardiology risks involved when cancer patients undergo treatment.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California...
2022-02-0939 minMyHeart.netThe Breast Cancer and Heart Disease Connection with Dr. Ramey MarshellThere has been growing interest in the complex issues surrounding the relationship between treatment of breast cancer and heart disease. But who is at risk? How can we prevent cardiac complications? What kind of follow-up is there for breast cancer patients after remission? Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses these questions and more with Dr. Ramey Marshell from Arkansas Cardiology, part of the Baptist Health Heart Institute in Little Rock.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada...
2022-01-121h 07MyHeart.netCryptogenic Stroke and PFO with Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, Dr. Soo Young Kwon, and Dr. Ekaterina BakradzeWhen a patient has a PFO, or hole in the heart, doctors are left with a decision: to close or not to close. Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Mustafa Ahmed discuss cryptogenic stroke and PFO, as well as the role of the heart-brain team, with Dr. Soo Young Kwon and Dr. Ekaterina Bakradze, both of the neurology department at UAB.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University...
2021-09-291h 26MyHeart.netIntermittent Fasting with Courtney Peterson, PhDDr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Courtney Peterson, PhD, in a discussion of intermittent fasting, from methods and effects to current clinical trials in the field. If you are interested in participating in one of Dr. Peterson's trials, please call 205-484-5633.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology...
2021-09-1057 minMyHeart.netDisparities in Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Antoine Keller and Dr. Stephen ClarksonHow can the medical community cross the divide caused by disparities in care, and where can those lines be drawn? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Antoine Keller at Baton Rouge General and Dr. Stephen Clarkson at UAB in a discussion of racial, geographic, and socioeconomic divisions affecting cardiovascular care for our communities.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a...
2021-08-261h 03
Podcast AGB#50. Alain Gosselin - Le fitness et la familleDans ce podcast, j'ai une belle discussion avec Alain Gosselin, un excellent coach et naturopathe qui se spécialise en perte de gras et en optimisation de la composition corporelle. Il est également propriétaire du centre EPN qui est un gym privé haut de gamme ainsi qu'un magasin de suppléments & vitamines.
Au menu :
- Son parcours
- Comment il a rencontré Charles Poliquin
- La vie de parent
- Ses trucs pour réussis une transformation physique durant l'été
- Et bien plus.
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2021-07-051h 00MyHeart.netThe Ketogenic Diet with Dr. Amy GossWhat is the ketogenic diet, and what is its effect on cardiovascular health? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Amy Goss, Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at UAB, in a discussion of all things keto.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the...
2021-06-1752 minMyHeart.netDiets, Diets, Diets: Diffusing the Confusion with Dr. Danielle BelardoFrom trendy diets to shifting opinions on carbs, today's world is full of conflicting information about proper nutrition. Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Danielle Belardo, a cardiologist from California, in a discussion ranging from omega-6 fats to the paleo diet.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology...
2021-05-2751 minMyHeart.netCardiac CT: From Prognosis to Diagnosis with Dr. Satinder P. SinghDr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Satinder P. Singh, Chief of the Cardiopulmonary Radiology and Director of Cardiac CT at UAB, in a discussion of cardiac CT cases, from prognosis to diagnosis...back to prognosis!Watch a video version of this podcast here!About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He...
2021-05-131h 06MyHeart.netAFib Dilemma: Stroke vs. Bleed with Dr. Yoaav KrauthammerDr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Yoaav Krauthammer in a discussion of stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation and high bleeding risk.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the University of Alabama...
2021-04-2228 minMyHeart.netPrimary Prevention with Dr. Martha GulatiDoes an aspirin a day keep the doctor away? Is alcohol good or bad for your cardiac health? In this week's episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at...
2021-04-091h 24MyHeart.netThe Watchman Device with Dr. Greg Von MeringImplantable heart devices can serve as alternatives to anticoagulants for patients with high stroke risk. Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Greg Von Mering discuss the Watchman device and other similar solutions in this episode of the MyHeart.net Podcast.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the...
2021-03-251h 01MyHeart.netLiving a Healthy Lifestyle with Dr. Martha GulatiHow much can a healthy lifestyle improve heart health, and how are we to know what is truly healthy in a world obsessed with fad diets and an all-or-nothing attitude towards exercise? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Martha Gulati in a discussion ranging from sedentary lifestyles to the Mediterranean diet.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow...
2021-03-111h 31MyHeart.netCardiovascular Health in Women with Dr. Nikki StampHow much does cardiovascular health differ between men and women? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Nikki Stamp of Australia in a discussion of cardiovascular health in women, particularly the effect of estrogen on cardiovascular disease risk.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University...
2021-02-2555 minMyHeart.netCoronary Microvascular Disease with Dr. Janet WeiHow is it that some patients with chest pain end up not having obstructive coronary disease? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Janet Wei in a discussion of angina without obstructive coronary artery disease.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in...
2021-02-1740 minMyHeart.netAbdominal Aortic Aneurysm with Dr. Adam BeckWhat does smoking have to do with abdominal aortic aneurysms? Quite a lot, actually. Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Adam Beck, the director of the Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy division at UAB, discuss all you ever needed to know about AAA.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology...
2021-02-1153 minMyHeart.netSudden Death: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy with Dr. Michelle KittlesonWhy do athletes die suddenly? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Michelle Kittleson in a discussion of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, from detection to genetic testing to prognoses.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the...
2021-02-041h 18MyHeart.netOCT and Virtual Reality: A Conversation with Dr. Nick West of AbbottDr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Mustafa Ahmed are joined by Dr. Nick West of Abbott in a discussion of the use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) and virtual reality to image coronary atherosclerosis and optimize coronary stent procedures.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University...
2021-01-2957 minMyHeart.netBicuspid Aortic Valve Disease with Dr. Kyle EudaileyDr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Kyle Eudailey in a discussion of the most common congenital heart defect that represents the coexistent aspect of a genetic disorder of the aorta and cardiac development: Bicuspid Aortic Valve Disease. This disease is found in approximately 2% of the population with a male predominance of 2:1.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow...
2021-01-191h 16MyHeart.netPAD: When Leg Pain Isn't Just Leg Pain with Dr. Munish GoyalDr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Munish Goyal, an interventional cardiologist at St. Vincent's, part of Ascension, in a discussion of PAD, or peripheral artery disease.About the HostDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the...
2021-01-141h 09MyHeart.netHFpEF: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction with Drs. Shane Nanayakkara and Jason GuichardIn this week's episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses HFpEF, or heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, with Dr. Shane Nanayakkara and Dr. Jason Guichard.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the University of Alabama...
2020-12-241h 13MyHeart.netPVC Heartbeats: When to Treat with Dr. Jose OsorioIn this week's episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Jose Osorio, director of the electrophysiology lab at the Grandview Medical Center, to discuss the nature of PVCs.About the TeamDr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty...
2020-12-2047 minMyHeart.netVenous Insufficiency: From Leg Pain to Spider Veins with Dr. Robert FosterDo your legs hurt? Do you have spider veins? Then you've got to tune in to this discussion of venous insufficiency, featuring Dr. Alain Bouchard and special guest Dr. Robert Foster of the Birmingham Heart Clinic.About the Host Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California...
2020-12-0652 minMyHeart.netAtrial Fibrillation: Rhythm Control Including Ablation with Dr. Richard VestJust because it doesn't feel like atrial fibrillation doesn't mean it isn't there, and early detection can be key to effective treatment! Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Richard Vest, an electrophysiology expert, discuss the treatment of atrial fibrillation as well as clinical research into advancing those methods.About the Host Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute...
2020-11-261h 06MyHeart.netAtrial Fibrillation: What Your Heart is Trying to Tell You with Dr. Richard VestSome atrial fibrillation patients have described their heartbeat as a sort of Morse code. But what is it trying to say? Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Richard Vest, an electrophysiology expert, discuss atrial fibrillation and its prevalence, detection, and treatment.About the Host Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at...
2020-11-1650 minMyHeart.netMedical Treatment of Functional Mitral Regurgitation with Dr. Jason GuichardIn today's episode of the MyHeart.net podcast, Drs. Alain Bouchard, Mustafa Ahmed, and Jason Guichard discuss the medical treatment of functional mitral regurgitation.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the University of Alabama...
2020-11-051h 02MyHeart.netCTEPH: A Curable Cause of Pulmonary Hypertension with Drs. David McGiffin and Jason GuichardJoin Drs. Alain Bouchard, David McGiffin, and Jason Guichard as they discuss CTEPH — also known as chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the University of Alabama Birmingham from 1986 to 1990. He wo...
2020-10-231h 16MyHeart.netTreatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension with Drs. Barry Rayburn and Jason GuichardHow does one treat pulmonary arterial hypertension? Following up on last week's episode, What is Pulmonary Hypertension?, Drs. Alain Bouchard, Barry Rayburn, and Jason Guichard discuss the different treatment measures for this widespread issue.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San...
2020-10-1635 minMyHeart.netWhat is Pulmonary Hypertension with Drs. Barry Rayburn and Jason GuichardIn this week's episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard, Dr. Jason Guichard, and Dr. Barry Rayburn discuss a substantial global health issue: Pulmonary Hypertension — specifically, Type 1 Pulmonary Hypertension (PAH).About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the Un...
2020-10-0954 minMyHeart.netSurgical Repair of the Mitral Valve with Dr. Clifton LewisDr. Alain Bouchard discusses the history of surgical options and modern techniques for degenerative mitral valve disease and mitral regurgitation with Dr. Clifton Lewis, Director of Adult Cardiac Surgery at UAB, and Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, Director of Interventional and Structural Cardiology at UAB.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical...
2020-10-011h 09MyHeart.netMitral Clip: Everything You Ever Needed to Know with Dr. Mustafa AhmedWhen a patient has mitral regurgitation but is not a candidate for open-heart surgery, what is a doctor to do? Thankfully, with the groundbreaking MitraClip (or mitral clip), these patients can still be treated through specialized techniques. Dr. Mustafa Ahmed discusses the procedure's history, benefits, and more with Dr. Alain Bouchard in our latest podcast.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as...
2020-09-241h 02MyHeart.netMitral Regurgitation with Dr. Mustafa AhmedJoin Drs. Mustafa Ahmed and Alain Bouchard as they discuss Mitral Regurgitation — also known as 'the leaky valve.'About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San Francisco. He joined the faculty at the University of Alabama Birmingham from 1986 to 1990. He worked at...
2020-09-1745 minMyHeart.netPulmonary Embolism: The Killer Clot in the Lungs with Dr. David McGiffinHow is COVID-19 complicating the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism? Drs. Alain Bouchard and Mustafa Ahmed are joined by Dr. David McGiffin to discuss this aspect of the often deadly clot in the lungs and more.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in...
2020-09-031h 00MyHeart.netThe Future of the Cardiac Transplant with Drs. David McGiffin and Jason GuichardWhere is the future of the cardiac transplant headed? From pig hearts to 3D printing, Dr. David McGiffin, Dr. Jason Guichard, and Dr. Alain Bouchard discuss current experimentation and future possibilities in this episode of the MyHeart.net podcast.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the...
2020-08-2748 minMyHeart.netCoronavirus Vaccination: Will It Work with Dr. Leland AllenDr. Leland Allen, head of Infectious Disease at St. Vincent's of Birmingham, discusses current development of vaccines for COVID-19 as well as the importance of influenza vaccination for this upcoming flu and cold season.About the Team Dr. Alain Bouchard is a clinical cardiologist at Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham, AL. He is a native of Quebec, Canada and trained in Internal Medicine at McGill University in Montreal. He continued as a Research Fellow at the Montreal Heart Institute. He did a clinical cardiology fellowship at the University of California in San...
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