#474 Resistant Hypertension the Next Frontier

#474 Resistant Hypertension the Next Frontier

Author: The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast March 10, 2025 Duration: 1:17:17
Treat Hypertension Like No Doctor Has Ever Treated Hypertension Before

Treating hypertension never gets boring. Learn about emerging therapies and how to continue to tackle this common diagnosis like a pro.  Dr. Jordy Cohen (@jordybc.bsky.social) leads us through her approach to keeping the BP where it should be (University of Pennsylvania).

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Show Segments

  • 00:00 Introduction and Current Interests
  • 01:55 Understanding Hypertension
  • 11:59 Blood Pressure Measurement Techniques
  • 19:58 Treatment Goals and Guidelines for Hypertension
  • 30:02 Managing Resistant Hypertension and New Treatments
  • 36:00 Exploring GLP-1 Agonists and Blood Pressure Benefits
  • 39:06 Aldosterone Synthase Inhibitors: A New Hope
  • 42:00 Innovative Approaches: Small Interfering RNAs in Hypertension
  • 47:06 Renal Denervation: A Controversial Procedure
  • 55:01 Understanding Resistant Hypertension and Testing Protocols

Credits

  • Writer and Producer: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD
  • Show Notes: Ben Furman and Deborah Gorth MD, PhD
  • Cover Art and Infographic: Deborah Gorth MD, PhD and Meryl Gorth RD, MPH
  • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
  • Reviewer: Sai Achi MD, MBA, FACP
  • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Jordana Cohen MD, MSCE

Disclosures

Dr. Jordana Cohen and The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 


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