ACHD for the Primary Care Provider

Guest: Maan Jokhadar, M.D.

Host: Malcolm Bell, M.D.

This is the second of three episodes on adult congenital heart disease. Be sure to go back and listen to episode one, “The Hospitalized ACHD Patient.” In this episode, listeners will hear a primer on caring for adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) in the primary care setting. Dr. Malcolm Bell and Dr. Maan Jokhadar discuss when ACHD patients should be referred for specialized evaluation, how to locate clinics, and which symptoms should raise concern. Key practical tips are shared to help avoid common pitfalls and ensure safe, effective care for this unique patient population.

Topics Discussed:

Do all patients with CHD need to be seen in an ACHD clinic?
How to locate ACHD clinic?
What are some alarm symptoms for ACHD?
Common pitfalls to avoid

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Recorded on: 04-November-2025