In this reflective episode, Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with 25 years of experience, shares 20 deeply personal lessons learned throughout his medical career and life. Framed as an evolving roadmap rather than a checklist. Dr. London emphasizes that growth comes through humility, listening, curiosity, and embracing change. Ultimately, he reminds us that while professional achievement matters, it’s the people we love—and how we care for ourselves and others—that define a meaningful life.

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00:00:00 Life Lessons from 25 Years as a Heart Surgeon

00:03:18 Persistence by Calvin Coolage

00:04:01 No One Escapes Death

00:09:44 True Value is Neither Easy Nor Fast

00:10:58 The Only Constant in Life is Change

00:12:18 Sponsor: Function

00:13:43 Ego is the Enemy

00:15:45 Starting is the Hardest

00:16:55 Hard Now, Easy Later

00:18:51 Consistency Breeds Progress

00:19:52 Listen to Your Body

00:21:05 The Work Doesn't Care

00:22:35 Sponsor: IM8

00:23:37 Listen More, Talk Less

00:24:33 Pursuit Over Goals

00:26:03 This Too Shall Pass

00:26:47 What If?

00:28:14 Character is Defined By Our Losses

00:28:40 Health is Wealth

00:30:51 Move Every Day

00:31:42 If You are The Smartest in the Room, You are in the Wrong Room

00:33:06 Friends, Family, and Loved Ones Are Most Important

00:33:50 Comment One Lesson Below

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In this episode, Dr. Jeremy London—a cardiovascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience—shares his journey from treating end-stage disease to embracing a preventative, holistic approach centered on nutrition, functional medicine, and lifestyle. Prompted by burnout and a near-fatal heart event despite a healthy lifestyle, he discusses how food as medicine, functional medicine training, and biomarker tracking (like CGMs and A1C) helped him redefine his health philosophy. He emphasizes that everyone needs to find their own sustainable, data-informed nutritional plan—whether it’s whole foods, keto, vegan, or another approach—and that real health change comes not just from knowledge but from action, accountability, and self-awareness.

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00:00:00 Overview on Food & Nutritional Plans

00:03:20 Everyone Has to Eat: The Question is What?

00:04:12 Dissolution with Modern Medicine

00:07:18 Sponsor: Function Health

00:08:43 Self-Reflection & Evaluating Our Diet Plan: Introduction to an Elimination Diet

00:11:00 Eating Well = Feeling Well

00:12:50 What is Functional Medicine?

00:15:23 Our Body Wants to Be in Balance

00:16:55 Start with the Soil (Food)

00:19:36 Sponsor: Momentous

00:20:55 Whole Foods & Limit Processed/Ultraprocessed Foods

00:27:33 My Heart Attack Story

00:39:00 What's the Takeaway? What Lessons Did I Learn

00:41:14 Sponsor: Eight Sleep

00:42:27 Was I Doing the Best I Could?

00:44:58 CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) Experience

00:47:08 Prediabetic Diagnosis

00:48:08 The Importance of Knowing Your Biomarkers

00:50:08 Where Do You Start?

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Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon, shares a powerful warning about vaping after treating young patients with life-threatening lung injuries—some requiring ECMO. Though often seen as safer than smoking, vaping delivers harmful chemicals, and its long-term risks remain unknown. Dr. London debunks common pro-vaping arguments and emphasizes that quitting takes personal commitment and proven methods like nicotine replacement therapy. He calls vaping a growing public health crisis and urges education to help people make informed choices.

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Studies Worth Exploring:

Cardiopulmonary Impact of Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping Products: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37458...

Vaping and Lung Inflammation and Injury: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724...

Vaping-Related Acute Parenchymal Lung Injury: A Systematic Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32442...

A review of toxic effects of electronic cigarettes/vaping in adolescents and young adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32715...

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In today's episode, we will discuss life after heart surgery. Starting with the physical effects as well as the mental aspects. We cover the general limitations, common concerns, and how to cope with living with a chronic disease. I hope you enjoy!

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Overview of What to Expect After Heart Surgery

00:01:34 What is Cardiac Catherization: Stenting?

00:04:30 What Should You Expect After A Stent?

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00:06:50 Limitations After Stent Procedure

00:08:04 Open Heart Surgery & What to Expect for Bypass Surgery

00:12:38 What to Expect 24-36 Hours After Heart Surgery

00:16:05 What Does Life Look Like at Home After Heart Surgery?

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00:21:18 Emotion Response After Heart Surgery

00:26:10 Support Structure for Heart Surgery Patients

00:28:11 Living with a Chronic Disease: Am I Ever Going to be Normal Again?

00:31:38 Two Choices: Give Up or Take Responsibility

00:34:43 Treating the Underlying Problem

00:35:39 Thank You for Listening! Share, Like, Subscribe, and Rate This Podcast

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In today's podcast episode, we discuss the basics of a treatment plan and how protocols are established. We walk through the current treatment modalities for coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular disease (aortic stenosis and regurgitation, and mitral regurgitation), and electrical abnormalities such as atrial fibrillation (Afib). My goal with this podcast is to give you a general understanding, so you don't have to hear about these treatment processes for the first time in a doctor's office.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Overview of Treatment for Heart Disease

00:03:28 Evolution of Treatment: The Human Body is Complicated and Complex

00:05:09 Informed Consent - Understanding Your Treatment Plan

00:06:58 3 Reasons to Operate on Any Patient

00:10:48 Sponsor: IM8

00:11:49 Treatment for Most Common Types of Heart Disease

00:13:28 Brief Overview of Coronary Artery Disease

00:15:00 Medical Management of Coronary Artery Disease

00:17:54 Treatment Procedure: Stents

00:23:46 Treatment Procedure: Bypass Surgery

00:32:05 Sponsor: Eight Sleep

00:33:27 Does Surgery Address the Underlying Problem?

00:36:13 Treatment for Problems with Heart Valves

00:38:06 Brief Overview for Aortic Stenosis

00:39:54 Treatment Procedure: Valve Replacement for Aortic Stenosis and Regurgitation

00:49:25 Treatment Procedure: Valve Repair/Replacement for Mitral Regurgitation

00:56:07 Recap on Valve Replacement

00:56:52 Brief Overview of Electrical Abnormalities of the Heart

00:59:23 Treatment Procedure: Ablation & Watchman Procedure for Afib

01:02:10 Treatment Procedure: Pacemaker for Heart Block

01:04:00 Take Responsibility for Your Health

01:06:13 Thank You For Listening. Please Like & Subscribe on YouTube or Leave a Review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

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Today's podcast is Ask My Anything (AMA) style. You asked the questions, and I offered my opinion.

We cover topics such as dietary cholesterol, my thoughts on the carnivore diet, women and creatine, and my tips for getting into medical school.

I hope you enjoy this style, and feel free to ask questions for future AMA episodes!

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00:00:00 Overview: Ask Me Anything Style

00:01:30 What are the benefits of Zone-2 Training vs. HIIT Training?

00:07:35 My Parents Passed Away From a Heart Attack. What Does This Mean For Me?

00:09:45 What are Your Best Tips For Going Down the Medical School Path?

00:17:19 As a Heart Surgeon, What is Your Take on the Carnivore Diet?

00:19:48 What are My Thoughts on a CT Calcium Scoring Test

00:24:20 What is Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Why is it Important?

00:26:13 Can Women Benefit from Creatine or Only Men

00:28:55 How Do I Balance Being a Full-Time Surgeon and Content Creation?

00:32:20 Does Dietary Cholesterol Impact Your Total Cholesterol Count?

00:33:19 Can You Strengthen the Heart?

00:38:16 What Advice Would I Give To Someone Who Wants to Get Healthy?

00:41:13 Thank You for Listening. Rate Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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In this episode, we cover the process of diagnosing heart disease, specifically coronary artery disease, valvular disease, and electrical abnormalities of the heart. We discuss the most common symptoms of each, patient presentation, lab tests/biomarkers, and scans that everyone needs to know. By the end of the podcast, you should better understand heart disease diagnosis and the warning signs to be aware of.

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00:00:00 Overview: Diagnosis of Heart Disease

00:01:17 Sponsor: IM8

00:02:56 Disclaimer: Understanding Diagnosis Should Be Tailored to Each Person

00:04:22 The Process of Diagnosing a Patient

00:05:50 Symptoms, Presentation, and Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

00:09:12 Physical Examination of Coronary Artery Disease

00:11:35 Labs & Biomarkers of Coronary Artery Disease

00:13:37 Non-Invasive Testing for Coronary Artery Disease

00:16:21 Cardiac Catheterization: Gold Standard for Diagnosing Coronary Artery Disease

00:18:11 Asymptomatic Patients with Coronary Artery Disease

00:21:31 Calcium Scoring CT Scan

00:24:31 Cardiac Catheterization for Asymptomatic Patients?

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00:27:50 Problems With Heart Valves

00:29:45 Aortic Stenosis Symptoms, Presentation, and Risk Factors

00:32:05 Labs & Tests to Diagnose Aortic Stenosis

00:33:30 Aortic Leakage Symptoms, Physical Examination, and Tests

00:35:07 Leakage of the Mitral Valve Symptoms, Presentation, and Tests

00:38:15 Atrial Fibrillation Symptoms, Presentation, Labs, and Tests

00:43:49 Heart Block (Slow Heart Rate) Symptoms, Patient Presentation, Diagnosis Labs, and Tests

00:47:49 Recap on Diagnosis of the 3 Main Categories of Heart Disease

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In today's episode, we dive into an overview of heart diseases. Heart Disease is the #1 killer worldwide. We uncover the most common and most deadly forms of heart disease. My intention with today's episode is for you to better understand coronary artery disease, valvur disease, and heart electrical abnormalities.

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00:00:00 Overview of the Disease of the Heart

00:02:39 Sponsor: IM8

00:04:16 The Reason Heart Disease is the #1 Killer Worldwide

00:05:17 Atherosclerosis: Blockages of the Heart Arteries

00:08:59 Diseases that Affect the Valves of the Heart

00:10:46 Aortic Stenosis: Blocked Valve

00:14:02 Aortic Regurgitation: Leaky Valve

00:16:08 Sponsor: Momentous

00:17:09 Mitral Valve Leakage

00:20:24 Types of Electrical Abnormalities of the Heart

00:21:44 Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) - Fast Heart Rates

00:24:44 Heart Block - Slow Heart Rates

00:26:02 Overview of the Diseases of the Heart & Importance of the Strength of the Heart Muscle

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