Podcast
The Pulse Pod
Hosted by AACVPR · ENGLISH
AACVPR, the premier professional membership and advocacy association for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, hosts this podcast alongside Tom Draper, MBA, MAACVPR, to introduce another channel of delivering the latest news in cardiopulmonary practice. The goal of the show is to connect members and discuss timely topics within the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab spaces.
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News & Views Recording: 5 Takeaways From the New Dyslipidemia Guidance
Jun 2500:04:45Tap to summarizeAACVPR hosted a webinar updating cardiopulmonary professionals on contemporary issues related to lipid care. This was a timely and relevant session that provided suggestions on clinical care and described a few highlights of the 2026 American Heart Association (AHA)/American College of Cardiology (ACC)/AACVPR dyslipidemia guidelines that were published in March 2026.
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News & Views Recording: Nutrition Is a Biography: Reframing Food Conversations in Cardiopulmonary Rehab
May 2700:13:56Tap to summarizeIn medicine, nutrition is a science; but for people, it is a biography. What and when we eat can hold deep personal importance. Our life stories likely include shared experiences around food that could appear insignificant to the observer but often invoke feelings of family and love.
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News & Views Recording: AACVPR 2026-2028 Strategic Plan: Building Our Future Together
Apr 2200:07:44Tap to summarizeAACVPR President Stacey Greenway, MA, MPH, MAACVPR, ACSM-CEP outlines a bold, member-informed roadmap to strengthen the future of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation. The plan focuses on three core goals—deepening awareness and engagement, driving innovation and program excellence, and advancing science and outcomes—while prioritizing member value, hybrid and virtual care models, advocacy, and evidence-based impact. Together, these strategies position AACVPR and its community to expand access, elevate quality, and demonstrate the vital role of CR/PR in evolving healthcare delivery.
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News & Views Recording: Wearables in Pulmonary Rehab — It’s About More Than Just Step Counts
Mar 2300:07:27Tap to summarizeThe general public might associate wearable health technology more so with 'cardio' than the 'pulmonary,' but these devices are making strides in monitoring chronic lung disease. UVM Health internist Elie Donath, MD, MPH, offers his expert insight on how — under the watchful guidance and involvement of cardiopulmonary professionals — wearables can support behavior change and early detection of declining chronic respiratory disease in users.
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News & Views Recording: A Broken Heart, Clinically Speaking: The Story of Takotsubo Syndrome
Feb 2600:09:42Tap to summarizeKevin G. Tayon, MD, and Bryan J. Taylor, PhD, FAACVPR trace the origins of Takotsubo syndrome—from its first puzzling presentation in 1983 Hiroshima to its recognition as “broken-heart syndrome” after a surge of cases following the 2004 Chūetsu earthquake. Explore how intense emotional or physical stress can temporarily stun the heart, highlighting both the medical mystery and human stories behind this unique condition.
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Practical Considerations for Winter Exercise for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Patients
Jan 2800:07:01Tap to summarizeStaying active in winter can be tough for cardiopulmonary rehab patients, but understanding how cold air stresses the heart and lungs — and taking simple precautions — helps keep workouts safe and effective even when temperatures drop. Kim Loeffler, MS offers clear tips on layering, warming up, protecting your airways, and recognizing warning signs so patients can maintain their rehab goals all season long.
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News & Views Recording: Moving More Can Make a Difference
Dec 1800:07:12Tap to summarizeBy James D. Walter, PhDDiscover why adding small bursts of movement to your day—not just formal exercise—can transform your health and longevity.
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News & Views Recording: Finding Connection in Cardiopulmonary Rehab: Addressing Loneliness and Social Isolation
Nov 1300:07:33Tap to summarizeThe holiday season can magnify feelings of loneliness and social isolation for older adults with chronic heart and lung conditions. Learn to recognize the signs of loneliness in your patients and understand the role cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation plays in providing routine, consistency, and community.
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News & Views: Marijuana Use by CR Patients: Serious as a Heart Attack
Oct 3000:05:17Tap to summarizeIf you really want to make cardiopulmonary rehab professionals jump out of their skin this Halloween, send them a patient who’s actively using cannabis. Whether for medical or recreational purposes, Sherrie Khadanga, MD, explains that the potential effect of marijuana on heart health is exactly the same: gravely serious.
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News & Views Recording: Making All CR/PR Populations Feel Seen and Heard
Sep 2300:05:35Tap to summarizeMalloree Rice, MS, ACSM-CEP, CCRP emphasizes the importance of inclusive and accessible care in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, particularly for patients who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have low vision. It offers practical strategies for improving communication and engagement, such as using in-person interpreters and adapting educational materials to meet diverse patient needs. Read the article.
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