Episode 215: Meth-associated HFrEF

Episode 215: Meth-associated HFrEF

Author: Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program March 6, 2026 Duration: 21:21
Episode 215: Meth-associated HFrEF Abishak and Zat (medical students) explain the cardiotoxic effect of methamphetamine and the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). Dr. Arreaza adds insight into the reversibility of meth-associated HFrEF. Written by Abishak Govindarajan, MSIV and Zat Akbar Shaw. American University of the Caribbean. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.

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