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Episodes:

Cardiac Breakthroughs   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

Heart disease is the number one killer in the U.S. But can technology tell us too much? Our experts in this episode dive into the high-tech world of cardiac care.

NEW! Coronary Microvascular Disease   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

Research supports that not only do men and women present with heart disease differently, they can also develop it differently. Coronary Microvascular Disease is predominantly a women's heart disease - one that is often overlooked and under-diagnosed.

Heart Attack/Coronary Artery Disease   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

A squeezing sensation in your chest, shooting pain in your left arm - classic signs of a heart attack, right? Well, not necessarily. Find out what we all need to know about heart attack and heart health on this episode of Second Opinion.

Heart Disease & Depression   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

With a tough case and a surprise ending, Second Opinion delves into the cause and effect of heart disease and mental health.

Heart Failure   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

It is your body's engine, playing a critical part in your overall health and well-being. Artificial hearts and organ transplants are the subjects of this episode.

Heart Rhythm Disorder   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

What if someone next to you suddenly collapsed? Would you know what to do? And, what if CPR weren't enough? Find out how you can be prepared to save a life on this episode of Second Opinion.

NEW! Hormone Replacement Therapy   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

Since the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) was stopped early due to risk of heart attack and stroke, the use of HRT has been debated in research, in the media and among women across the country. Second Opinion explores the risks and benefits of HRT.

Hypertension   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

One out of three Americans suffers from hypertension and many of us don't even realize it. Panelists discuss the latest in diagnosis and treatment in this episode of Second Opinion.

Inflammation   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

Research indicates that inflammation underscores a significant percentage of heart disease and may be the source of many complications of aging. Our panelists explore the relationship between inflammation and disease, and what new treatments lie ahead.

Women's Cardiac Health   Full episode (30 minutes)   Sample (5 minutes)

Women are at risk for heart disease and heart attacks, just like men. This episode of Second Opinion explores ways to prevent, assess risk and diagnose heart disease in women.