Posted by Daniel Frenkel MD PGY-3 and Jeffrey Lorin MD, Assistant Professor, NYU Division of Cardiology
Edited by Vivian Hayashi MD and Robert Smith MD, Mystery Quiz Section Editors
The patient is a 68 year old man with history of smoking, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and stable exertional angina who presented …
Commentary by Anjali Grover MD, PGY-2
Please also see the clinical vignette presented before December 17th’s grand rounds.
Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) is classified as an inherited disorder which manifests itself as an adrenergically driven polymorphic ventricular tachyarrythmias. …
Commentary by Ramani Balu MD, PGY 1
Faculty Peer Reviewed
The beginning of the New Year is a time to reflect on our progress and look forward to developments yet to come. Here …
Commentary by Sam Rougas MD, PGY-3
Faculty Peer Reviewed
With the holiday season upon us, it seems we are always scrambling to find that perfect last minute gift for our loved ones. So, …
Commentary by Regina Mysliwiec, NYU Medical Student
Faculty Peer Reviewed
G.L. is a 62 year-old African-American male with a six year history of Type 2 Diabetes with variable glucose control and a …
Commentary by Ishmeal Bradley MD, PGY-2
During the last few months, the media has been overflowing with stories about the staggering American economy and soaring consumer (and national) debt. One story that has …
Commentary by Muhammad Ghumman MD, PGY-3
Faculty Peer Reviewed
Clinical Case:
A 65 year old male with hypertension, iron deficiency anemia, and atrial fibrillation (not anticoagulated due to prior gastrointestinal bleed,) presents with new onset lower extremity edema, dyspnea on exertion, orthopnea, and profound fatigue. Physical exam is significant for jugular venous …
Commentary by Steven Sedlis, MD Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief, Division of Cardiology Manhattan Veterans Administration Medical Center
The annual scientific session of the American Heart Association was held in New Orleans …