Heart disease is still the leading cause of death, yet many people are left wondering whether they're focusing on the right risk factors.
In this episode, I sit down with board-certified cardiac surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia to discuss how his perspective shifted from treating advanced heart disease in the operating room to helping people prevent it in the first place.
We talk through common questions about cholesterol, LDL, statins, coronary calcium scores, and why he believes heart health requires looking beyond a single lab value to better understand metabolic health, inflammation, and insulin resistance.
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
What LDL cholesterol can and cannot tell you about heart disease risk
How insulin resistance and inflammation fit into the bigger picture
When a statin may make sense and when other factors deserve attention first
The current conversation around bioidentical hormones and cardiovascular health
Who should consider a coronary artery calcium scan and what the results can tell you
Why metabolic health may be one of the most important pieces of heart disease prevention
Practical questions to ask when evaluating your own cardiovascular risk
Resources & Links
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