Join Kelly Joniak, Bionic Advisor, and Dr. Catherine Isaac, Physician at Bionic Health, as they dive deep into the Vascular Module offered to Bionic Health members. Learn about the comprehensive approach to cardiovascular health assessment, from baseline evaluations to specialized testing that goes beyond traditional medical care.
In this episode, Dr. Isaac explains:
Discover how Bionic Health takes a proactive approach to cardiovascular health rather than the reactive model of traditional medicine, helping members address potential issues years before they might become clinical problems.
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Key Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and welcome with Kelly Joniak and Dr. Catherine Isaac
00:46 - Overview of the vascular module and baseline evaluation
03:05 - Explanation of lipid panel testing (cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL)
04:25 - Deep dive on Apolipoprotein B (ApoB) and its significance
05:32 - Lipoprotein(a) explained and how it affects plaque buildup
07:30 - Discussion on lab work timing and what blood tests actually show
09:59 - Coronary artery calcium scoring and how it works
12:32 - Explanation of plaque formation and calcification process
15:16 - Lifestyle recommendations based on risk factors
17:37 - When medications are appropriate for higher-risk patients
19:59 - Cholesterol balance testing and personalized treatment approaches
21:29 - Addressing myths about statin medications
23:04 - Inflammatory markers and their role in cardiovascular assessment
25:21 - Omega-3 index testing and supplement recommendations
27:36 - The importance of lifestyle fundamentals over supplements alone
30:06 - Closing thoughts on proactive vs. reactive healthcare approaches
