In this episode of Behind the Bench, we are talking with Hannah Cizauskas about her first, first-author article published in AJP-Heart and Circ. Born and raised in Detroit, Hannah moved to Chicago for what she thought would be just one rotation outside of the cancer genetics field. This led Hannah to work on a project related to atrial fibrillation…

In our latest episode, Executive Editor Kara Hansell Keehan interviews lead author Dr. Michaela Patterson and first author Kaelin Akins (both at the Medical College of Wisconsin) along with expert Dr. Ana Vujic (University of Cambridge) about the new study by Akins et al. Given that the heart has limited regenerative potential, repairing damage to …

What is the impact of central insulin on muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA) and vascular conductance in the absence of peripheral insulin delivery? Listen as Associate Editor Dr. Jason Carter (Baylor University) interviews authors Neil McMillan and Dr. Jackie Limberg (both at University of Missouri), along with expert Dr. Manda Keller-Ross (U…

Sometimes experimental results are serendipitous. Listen as Associate Editor Dr. Crystal Ripplinger (University of California, Davis) talks with authors Dr. Nikki Posnack and Devon Guerrelli (both at Children’s National Hospital and The George Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science), along with expert Dr. Silvia Marchiano (…

Hormone modulation therapy is a growing area of research in cardiovascular science related to a number of factors, such as menopause and andropause, cancers in hormone-producing organs, as well as gender-affirming hormone therapy. So how do scientists and clinicians measure, monitor, and balance applications of hormone therapy? In our latest podcas…

While decreased IL-33 signaling has been associated with preeclampsia, the mechanisms linking this signaling pathway to disease pathophysiology are not well understood. In this episode, Associate Editor Dr. Amanda LeBlanc (University of Louisville) interviews author Dr. Denise Cornelius (University of Mississippi Medical Center) and expert Dr. Stel…

In this episode, Associate Editor Dr. Jonathan Kirk (Loyola University Chicago) interviews author Dr. Ed Lesnefsky (Richmond Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Virginia Commonwealth University) and expert Dr. Chi Fung Lee (Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation) about the new Methods and Resources article by Chen et al. published in ou…

In our latest episode, Consulting Editor Dr. Kristine DeLeon-Pennell (Medical University of South Carolina) interviews fellow co-authors Dr. Charlotte Usselman (McGill University), Dr. Judy Regensteiner (University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus), Dr. Kerrie Moreau (University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus), Dr. Austin Robinson (Indiana …

After a yearlong hiatus, Behind the Bench is back, listeners! In this episode, we welcome back our B2B co-hosts Dr. Charlotte Usselman and Dr. Tommy Martin, who get the story behind the story from the one and only Dr. DeWayne Townsend, corresponding author of the recently published study by Stevens et al. Trust me, you are going to love listening t…

In our latest episode, Associate Editor Dr. Amanda LeBlanc (University of Louisville) interviews author Prof. Pietro Modesti (University of Florence) and expert Dr. Alexandre da Silva (University of Mississippi Medical Center) about the new study by Pellegrino et al. that investigated the pattern of intraventricular hemodynamic forces associated wi…

Ready Player One? In our latest episode, Dr. Keith Brunt (Dalhousie University) interviews lead author Dr. Joanne DiFrancisco-Donoghue (New York Institute of Technology) and expert Dr. Saurabh Thosar (Oregon Health and Science University Hospital) about a new article published in the AJP-Heart and Circ Call for Papers on Exercise, Physical Activity…

What is the relationship between cardiovascular developmental programming and the risk of stroke later in life? Listen as Guest Editor Dr. Helen E. Collins (University of Louisville) interviews author Dr. Nafisa Jadavji (Midwestern University) and expert Dr. Deanne Hryciw (Griffith University) about the latest research by Pull et al. looking at und…

Given that there appears to be variation in significant risk to the cardiovascular system following SARS-CoV2 infection with regard to age and sex, the latest study by Rouhana et al. provides a foundation for studying sex differences with a preclinical model of infection to the direct exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and the impact on the myocardium of ferre…

What does a mouse heart have to do with an M&M candy (the regular kind, not the peanut variety)? In our latest episode, Associate Editor Dr. Crystal Ripplinger (University of California, Davis) interviews author Dr. Tim Domeier (University of Missouri) and expert Dr. DeWayne Townsend (University of Minnesota) about the recent study by Haffner et al…

People living with HIV have an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, including coronary artery disease. Until now, it has been unclear why. In this episode, Guest Editor Dr. Ashley Walker (University of Oregon) interviews author Dr. Efthymios Ziogos (Johns Hopkins Medicine) and expert Dr. Jennifer Williams (McMaster University) about…

What does it sound like when a young researcher meets one of his science heroes for the first time? Listen to this episode of The AJP-Heart and Circ Podcast to find out. Associate Editor Dr. Keith Brunt (Dalhousie University) interviews author Dr. Holger Burchert (University of Basel) and leading expert Dr. William Stringer (Lundquist Institute at …

Come for the yoga metaphors, stay for the science. In this episode, Associate Editor Dr. Keith Brunt (Dalhousie University) interviews author Dr. Stacy Hunter (Texas State University) and expert Dr. Annet Kirabo (Vanderbilt University) about the new study by Hunter et al., which examined the impact of hot yoga on sodium-induced pressor responses an…

What is the impact of female sex hormones on obesity, diabetes, and vascular dysfunction? In this episode, Deputy Editor Dr. Zam Kassiri (University of Alberta) interviews authors Dr. Bruna Visniauskas and Dr. Minolfa Prieto (both at Tulane University School of Medicine), along with expert Dr. Glen Pyle (IMPART Network at Dalhousie Medicine) about …

When is it safe to have surgery after COVID? Listen as Associate Editor Dr. Jason Carter (Baylor University) interviews lead author Dr. Anai Kothari (Medical College of Wisconsin) and leading expert Dr. Michael Joyner (Mayo Clinic) about the groundbreaking new research study by SenthilKumar et al. that evaluated how pre-operative COVID infection mi…

What does being a good ally look like? In a new Perspective, authors Dr. Karla Haack (Merck), Dr. Austin Robinson (Auburn University), Dr. Dexter Lee (Howard University College of Medicine), Dr. Keisa Mathis (University of North Texas Health Science Center), and Dr. Junie Paula Warrington (University of Mississippi Medical Center) discuss how the A…

APS’ Chief Science Officer Dennis Brown, PhD, recently spoke to astronaut and APS member Jessica Meir, PhD, about her work on the International Space Station. As part of the interview, we asked her for lessons that #StationLife can teach us about living in isolation. Listen to her recommendations and read the full interview in the July issue of The…

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Dr. Michael Lanspa sits down with Dr. Seppo Rinne to discuss burnoutfrom the perspectives of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicinedivision directors.โดย American Thoracic Society

Join our podcast hosts Nitin Seam MD and John Fleetham MD as they share their thoughts on some of the most interesting papers related to pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine published in the AJRCCM in 2019.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Michael Lanspa sits down with Dr. Edward Palmer to discuss the paper The Association Between Supra-Physiologic Arterial Oxygen Levels and Mortality in Critically Ill Patients: A Multi-Centre Observational Cohort Study.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Maor Sauler is joined by Drs. Nathaniel Weathington and Brian Modena to discuss the article BAL Cell Gene Expression in Severe Asthma Reveals Mechanisms of Severe Disease and Influences of Medications.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. John Fleetham is joined by Drs. Metlay and Waterer to discuss the American Thoracic Society and Infectious Diseases Society of America's official clinical practice guideline on diagnosing and treating adults with CAP.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. John Fleetham is joined by Dr. Babak Mokhlesi to discuss the recently published ATS Guideline on the evaluation and treatment of OHS.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Jadwiga Wedzicha, editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, joins Nitin Seam to discuss several important papers from 5/1/19 Blue Journal.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Trish Kritek is joined by Drs. Jubran and Nava to discuss the paper Long-term Outcome After Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation: A Long-Term Acute-Care Hospital Studyโดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. John Fleetham is joined by Drs. Diego Mazzotti and Henry Yaggi to discuss the paper "Symptom Subtypes of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Predict Incidence of Cardiovascular Outcomes".โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. John Fleetham is joined by Luigi Taranto Montemurro, MD, Andrew Wellman, MD, PhD, and Seva Polotsky, MD, PhD to discuss the impact the combination of Atomoxetine and Oxybutynin has on reducing the severity of obstructive sleep apnea.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Nitin Seam discusses important papers from the special 2/15/19 AJRCCM asthma issue with deputy editor Dr. Fernando D. Martinez and associate editor Dr. Leonardo Fabbri.โดย American Thoracic Society

David Feller Kopman and Daniel Sterman join Nitin Seam to discuss the recent Clinical Practice Guideline on Management of Malignant Pleural Effusions published in the 10/1/18 American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Trish Kritek sits down with Dr. Jeremy Kahn to discuss what organizational factors may impact the clinical effectiveness of ICU telemedicine programs.โดย American Thoracic Society

Nitin Seam, Trish Kritek and John Fleetham review their favorite podcasts discussions of important articles in AJRCCM in 2018.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. John Fleetham is joined by Drs. Alison Lee and John Balmes to discuss the article "Prenatal Household Air Pollution is Associated with Impaired Infant Lung Function with Sex-Specific Effects: Evidence from GRAPHS, a Cluster Randomized Cookstove Intervโดย American Thoracic Society

Trish Kritek is joined by Dr. Mitchell Levy to discuss his article Mortality Changes Associated with Mandated Public Reporting for Sepsis: The Results of the New York State Initiativeโดย American Thoracic Society

In Part 2 of this discussion of the 2018 ATS/ERS/JRS/ALAT Guideline, we discuss the approach to invasive procedures in suspected IPF and unanswered questions/directions of future research in IPF.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Nitin Seam moderates a discussion of the 2018 ATS/ERS/JRS/ALAT Guideline with authors Ganesh Raghu and Kevin Wilson. Part 1 discusses the history, how the guideline questions were formulated and the non-invasive workup.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Fleetham is joined by Drs. Julia Chapman and Sanjay Patel to discuss their respective article and editorial on alternatives to CPAP and the role Armodafinil could possibly play.โดย American Thoracic Society

John Fleetham is joined by Chris Turnbull, lead author of the paper Effect of Supplemental Oxygen on Blood Pressure in Obstructive Sleep Apnea (SOX): A Randomised, CPAP Withdrawal Trial.โดย American Thoracic Society

Drs. Lorenzo Berra and Mark Gladwin join Nitin Seam to discuss an interesting trial looking at the effect of inhaled nitric oxide on hemolysis and renal failure post cardiac surgeryโดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Trish Kritek is joined by Drs. Luciano Gattinoni and Taylor Thompson to discuss Gattinonis article on the topic.โดย American Thoracic Society

Drs. Gerard Criner and Gaetan Deslee join Nitin Seam to discuss the results of the multi-center LIBERATE trial, the first endobronchial valve study to follow patients for 12 months.โดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Fleetham discusses phenotyping using polysomnography in patients with COPD with Drs. Scott Sands and David Rappoportโดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Wedzicha joins Nitin Seam to give her perspective on 3 important papers from the conference issue of the blue journal and to discuss some current and future articles of interest.โดย American Thoracic Society

Drs. Atul Malhotra and Safwan Badr join Dr. Fleetham to discuss the article Research priorities in pathophysiology for sleep-disordered breathing (SDB)in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)โดย American Thoracic Society

Nitin Seam discusses this phase II trial published in the Blue Journal with lead study author Dr. Yohanna Skorbik and Dr. Tim Girardโดย American Thoracic Society

Dr. Trish Kritek is joined by Dr. Marc Moss to discuss the findings and implications of the article An Observational Study of the Efficacy of Cisatracurium Compared to Vecuronium in Patients with or at Risk for ARDS.โดย American Thoracic Society