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PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY AS NEW SUBSPECIALTY OF CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE

Sergio Fazio1, Michael D Shapiro1

  • 1PORTLAND, OREGON.

Transactions of the American Clinical and Climatological Association
|July 18, 2020
PubMed

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Preventive cardiology offers a crucial opportunity to address atherosclerosis before heart attacks occur. This emerging specialty integrates risk assessment, lifestyle changes, and medical treatments for comprehensive cardiovascular disease prevention.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Preventive Cardiology
  • Atherosclerosis Research

Background:

  • Despite advances in ischemic cardiovascular disease management, lifestyle factors continue to drive atherosclerosis development.
  • Fragmented clinical services for risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, lipids) hinder comprehensive cardiovascular care.
  • There is a growing need for specialized preventive cardiology services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the opportunity for preventing atherosclerosis before cardiovascular events.
  • To advocate for the establishment and integration of preventive cardiology as a distinct medical specialty.
  • To outline the essential components for excellence in preventive cardiology practice and training.

Main Methods:

  • Discusses the historical origins and evolution of preventive cardiology.
  • Defines the organizational structure and core competencies for a preventive cardiology practice.
  • Proposes a framework for education and fellowship training in preventive cardiology.

Main Results:

  • Preventive cardiology requires expert intervention including risk assessment, risk factor management, lifestyle counseling, and pharmacotherapy.
  • A dedicated preventive cardiology practice, integrated with other hospital services, is essential for optimal patient care.
  • Professional recognition and board certification are necessary for the advancement of this specialty.

Conclusions:

  • Preventive cardiology represents a vital, integrated approach to mitigating cardiovascular disease risk.
  • Establishing dedicated preventive cardiology services is crucial for addressing the ongoing burden of atherosclerosis.
  • Standardized training and certification will ensure the quality and recognition of preventive cardiology professionals.

Keywords:
CVD risk assessmentPCSK9Preventive cardiologyatherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD)diabeteshypercholesterolemiahypertensionlipid cliniclipid-lowering agentsmedical subspecialtystatins

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