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Discover a comprehensive free online cardiology course by UCLA Health, covering essential topics on heart health and innovative treatments for optimum cardiovascular care.
Embark on a comprehensive journey through the intricate field of cardiology with the free online course offered by UCLA Health. This course delves into various critical cardiovascular topics to enhance your understanding and knowledge for professional or personal growth. The course covers essential subjects in cardiology, including high blood pressure management, providing crucial insights into what you need to know to effectively handle this common yet dangerous condition.
Gain a deeper understanding of heart failure, a prevalent and life-impacting condition, through expert-led discussions designed to equip you with the necessary information and strategies for management. Further expanding your expertise, the course explores the latest changes to the UNOS heart transplant listing, offering vital knowledge for those involved in heart transplant processes.
Dive into treatment options for peripheral artery disease and learn how to manage shortness of breath, particularly in elderly patients. The course also covers cutting-edge procedures such as coronary angiography and stent interventions, as well as treating mitral regurgitation with MitraClip therapy. Understanding these advanced treatments is crucial for anyone looking to excel in the field of cardiology.
The course also addresses specific cardiac issues faced by women, providing insights into the unique aspects of heart disease in female patients. You'll learn about transcatheter aortic valve replacement and hear about everyday tips to maintain a healthy and strong heart, arming you with practical advice to share with patients or apply personally.
Finally, explore the relationship between cardiovascular health and cancer treatment, ensuring a holistic understanding of heart health management in various contexts. This online course is an invaluable resource for those eager to expand their knowledge of cardiology and stay updated on the latest advancements in heart health.
Video class: High Blood Pressure: What You Should Know | Anjay Rastogi, MD, PhD
0h45m
Exercise: What are the two types of hypertension discussed in the presentation?
Video class: Heart Failure: What You Need to Know | Megan Kamath, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h27m
Exercise: What is a common misconception about heart failure?
Video class: Changes to the UNOS Heart Transplant Listing: What you need to know | UCLAMDChat
0h33m
Exercise: What is one purpose of the new status system for heart transplantation as discussed in the webinar?
Video class: Treatment Options for Peripheral Artery Disease | Gopi Manthripragada, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h19m
Exercise: What are the two main risk factors for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)?
Video class: Shortness of Breath in the Elderly | Boris Arbit, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h35m
Exercise: What is a major risk factor for developing heart failure with preserved ejection fraction?
Video class: Coronary Angiography and Stent Interventions | Ravi Dave, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h23m
Exercise: What is the primary purpose of a coronary angiography procedure?
Video class: Treating Mitral Regurgitation with MitraClip Therapy | Marcie Calfon Press, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h34m
Exercise: What procedure is the Mitral Clip based on?
Video class: Women and Heart Disease: What you need to know | UCLAMDChat
1h00m
Exercise: When did heart disease awareness for women begin to shift significantly?
Video class: Aortic Stenosis: Future is Now | Olcay Aksoy, MD, FACC | UCLAMDChat
0h46m
Exercise: What is a common cause of aortic stenosis?
Video class: Latest Treatments
0h33m
Exercise: What significant advancement in congenital heart defect treatment occurred in the 1950s?
Video class: Gender Matters: Heart Disease in Women | Marcella Calfon Press, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h20m
Exercise: What is a significant risk factor for heart disease in women that differs from men?
Video class: What Is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement? | William Suh | UCLAMDChat
0h39m
Exercise: What is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) primarily used to treat?
Video class: Love Your Heart. Everyday Tips to Keep Your Heart Healthy and Strong | Karol Watson, MD | UCLAMDChat
0h25m
Exercise: What is a simple activity that can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease?
Video class: Cardiovascular health after cancer treatment
0h53m
Exercise: What is the primary focus of cardio-oncology?
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