{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/60d9d526385fc0001a1034f8/699406d98b7fe5457d18bdc8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"When the Heart Needs Intervention","description":"<p>In the final episode of our three-part Heart Health Series, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster are once again joined by cardiologist Dr. Sims to discuss what happens when heart concerns go beyond prevention — and into procedures, rhythm disorders, and advanced cardiac care.</p><p>When medications and lifestyle changes aren’t enough, what comes next?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, the team breaks down:</p><ul><li>What cardiac catheterization actually involves</li><li>How and when stents are placed</li><li>The difference between blocked arteries and electrical rhythm issues</li><li>What atrial fibrillation (AFib) is and why it matters</li><li>When a pacemaker or ablation procedure may be necessary</li><li>How cardiologists determine the right level of intervention</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Dr. Sims explains complex procedures in a way that’s clear and reassuring, helping listeners understand that advanced cardiac care isn’t something to fear, it’s often life-saving and highly effective.</p><p><br></p><p>Throughout the series, we’ve explored:</p><p> • <strong>Part 1:</strong> Preventing heart disease</p><p> • <strong>Part 2:</strong> Recognizing the signs of a heart attack</p><p> • <strong>Part 3:</strong> Understanding advanced treatment and cardiac procedures</p><p><br></p><p>At <em>Our Family Health</em>, we believe true wellness includes education, prevention, and access to expert care when it matters most. Whether you’re focused on lifestyle changes or navigating a cardiac diagnosis, this series equips you with knowledge to take control of your heart health.</p>","author_name":"Dr. Michelle Plaster & Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster"}