HVC Podcast

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Heart and Vascular Care is a leading cardiovascular practice in North metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Its focus is the outstanding diagnosis and treatment of patients in all of its 11 offices. Areas of specialization include interventional cardiology, peripheral arterial disease, venous disease, and electrophysiology. The purpose of this podcast is to educate medical and cardiovascular providers in the contemporary and practical treatment of cardiac, peripheral and venous disease patients.
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Coronary Plaque Analysis | Live from The 2026 Atlanta Cardiovascular Symposium
Monday, 7 September, 2026

In this cutting-edge session from the 2026 Atlanta Cardiovascular Symposium, Dr. Jacob Mok explores a paradigm shift in how we detect and manage heart disease: moving beyond simple risk scores to direct Coronary Plaque Analysis.For decades, the "gold standard" for screening was often limited to cholesterol panels or basic calcium scores. Dr. Mok demonstrates how new diagnostic technologies—including advanced Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) and AI-driven plaque characterization—allow clinicians to visualize not just the presence of disease, but the type of plaque (soft vs. calcified) and its potential for rupture. This "precision cardiology" approach enables more personalized treatment plans that can prevent heart attacks before they occur.