The Cutting Edge of Stroke Prevention
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Dr. Mitchell Elkind explores groundbreaking strategies in stroke prevention, from advanced risk prediction to the role of inflammatory biomarkers. He highlights the future of cerebrovascular health, emphasizing early screening, preventive care, and public health measures.
About the episode:
In this episode, Dr. Mitchell Elkind, a top neurologist and chief clinical science officer at the American Heart Association, discusses cutting-edge strategies in stroke prevention and cerebrovascular health research. He guides listeners through the core causes of strokes and then explores innovative approaches to risk prediction and reduction, highlighting the potential of screening for atrial cardiopathy. Dr. Elkind also shares insights from his research on inflammatory and infectious biomarkers, offering a glimpse into the future of stroke prevention. Dr. Elkind emphasizes the critical role of preventive care and public health measures in reducing stroke incidence globally, providing a comprehensive view of current advancements and future directions in cerebrovascular medicine.
About the series:
Atria’s Vanguard Symposia is a lecture series where some of the world’s most compelling researchers translate leading-edge science into medicine. In each episode, top experts share breakthrough science about preventive health care, dive deep into headline-grabbing topics, and take you beyond the buzzwords to explain the latest in longevity science. Our show will arm you with practical information and the tools of discernment to cut through the hype and understand what matters most.
Atria Health and Research Institute aims to accelerate a global shift from reactive sick care to proactive, preventive health care. We work at the forefront of science and technology and we believe a collaborative approach to modern medicine can extend healthy life for all.
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