HEALTH Yeah! Ep26: Coronary Artery Disease

HEALTH Yeah! Ep26: Coronary Artery Disease00:00 Opening and Introductions 1:27 What is coronary artery disease (CAD)? 3:53 Signs, symptoms and risk factors for CAD 7:24 Diagnosis 12:40 The Stony Brook difference as an academic medical center 14:35 How fast does CAD progress? 15:47 Treatment options and outcomes 19:39 The future of CAD diagnosis and treatment 22:18 Care at Stony Brook Heart Institute 23:30 Closing RemarksStony Brook Heart Institute offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary program for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is a serious type of cardiovascular disease and also happens to be the most common. It occurs when a buildup of cholesterol, fat, and other substances (plaque) accumulate in the walls of the coronary arteries, which supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. This plaque buildup can narrow the arteries, reducing blood flow, which can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attacks, or heart failure. In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, experts from Stony Brook Medicine discuss CAD, including signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more. Experts: Neal Patel, MD Jonathan Price, MD *DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.