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New Breakthrough in Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure with Dr. Jason Guichard

June 18, 2020 by Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD 13 Comments

Experts are heralding the use of SGLT2 inhibitors as a breakthrough in the treatment of congestive heart failure. In this episode of the MyHeart.net podcast, Dr. Bouchard and Dr. Ahmed discuss the new approach with heart failure specialist Dr. Jason Guichard of Prisma Health in South Carolina, covering the incredible benefits of a class of medication traditionally used to treat diabetes as well as some of the obstacles that may lie in the path of congestive heart failure patients adding it to their regimen.

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Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathies, Medical News, Podcast Tagged With: Congestive Heart Failure

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  1. thomas atkielski says

    June 27, 2020 at 12:11 am

    At 80 and a long lifetime of exercising in various ways, I had an acute CHF episode that landed me in the St. Jude emergency room?

    I take the prescribed medicine religiously (Eliquis, Amiodarone, furesomide and Spironolactone). But I want a cure?

    I still go up about 100 steps every couple of days and do some strength work without weights, and I am hanging in there!

    Having little money and only Parts A & B (Medicare,) can you folks help?

    Reply
    • Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD says

      June 28, 2020 at 2:57 pm

      We do not have any financial support systems available through MyHeart.net, however the pharmaceutical companies have patient support programs for the majority of their branded medications. I would discuss this with your physician and you may qualify for financial assistance.

      Reply
  2. Rhett Robotham says

    November 24, 2020 at 1:08 am

    Dr. Guichard after listening to your pod cast – I feel my mother would be an ideal candidate for this new medical management, slowing the progression of diabetes’ detriment to her coronary arteries. Do you have office visits in Columbia, South Carolina ?

    Reply
    • Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD says

      November 24, 2020 at 2:06 am

      I do not see patients in Columbia, South Carolina. However, you can contact the Advanced Heart Health Center (https://www.palmettohealth.org/medical-services/heart-and-vascular/advanced-heart-health-center) and they will be able to help your mother.

      Reply
  3. Bonnie Vroman says

    November 29, 2020 at 5:59 am

    What does one do when allergic to all these medications?

    Reply
    • Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD says

      November 29, 2020 at 9:07 am

      A true allergic reaction to medication occurs when the immune system is activated in response to a medication – symptoms that appear within hours of taking the medication usually involve a skin rash, hives, or itching. In more severe reactions, symptoms can include nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, and facial swelling. If you have a true allergic reaction, then you will not be able to take these medications.

      Reply
  4. June Mckemy says

    December 7, 2020 at 9:36 pm

    Your website is very informative, focussed as well as positive, helpful and supportive. As someone with CHF, deeply appreciated. For your podcast, a transcript would help a lot especially as a reference in any further research and discussions with my cardiologists.

    Aloha and mahalo

    Reply
  5. Dion says

    December 9, 2020 at 11:37 am

    Have you ever compared this information with Amy Doneen. She runs the heart attack and stroke prevention center in Spokane Wa.

    Reply
  6. Nancy Smith says

    February 20, 2021 at 8:08 am

    Thank you for your discussions.

    Reply
  7. Tara Seladones says

    May 5, 2021 at 9:58 am

    I am 53 yr old female. I was recently dx with NICM, with no prior cardiac hx… I’ve been left with EF 11%… I have an ICD implant and I’m looking for a tx to improve my EF.. I’m hitting one brick wall after another.. was hopeful of the optimizer implant but my EF is too low.. help.

    Reply
    • Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD says

      May 5, 2021 at 8:19 pm

      I would recommend you find a heart failure cardiologist in your area who will help you optimize your medications to hopefully improve your LVEF.

      Reply
  8. America Conaulty says

    October 11, 2022 at 1:40 am

    I am 86 and female with congestive heart disease and being treated, but I want to know how your treatment works for me. I live in San Jose, Ca, Who can you refer for me here?

    Reply
    • Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD says

      October 11, 2022 at 7:06 am

      Yes, you can search for any Heart Failure Cardiologist in your area and they would be more than qualified to assist you.

      Reply

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Dr. Jason L. Guichard, MD, PhD

Dr. Guichard is a physician-scientist who is dual trained in clinical medicine and basic science research. He completed his training through a highly competitive and prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funded Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) earning both a M.D. and a Ph.D. in cardiovascular biology. He is nationally and internationally recognized for his contributions to clinical and basic science research in the fields of cardiovascular biology and metabolism, mitochondrial structure and function, aging, hypertension, heart disease, and heart failure.

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