In this episode of We're All Heart, Dr. Barry Bertolet sits down with Dr. Baker Boler to unpack the silent threat of hypertension. From understanding what those blood pressure numbers really mean to exploring lifestyle changes, medications, and even groundbreaking procedures like renal denervation, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their heart health. Whether you're newly diagnosed or managing long-term hypertension, you'll walk away with actionable insights and hope for better outcomes.

• (00:00:03) - Heart Health: Hypertension
• (00:00:48) - What is Hypertension?
• (00:03:11) - Heart disease and hypertension in Mississippians
• (00:07:41) - Heart disease and high blood pressure
• (00:12:12) - High blood pressure, medicines
• (00:13:24) - Heart Hypertension, Spironolactone and Other Ways
• (00:19:43) - North Mississippi Health Services CEO and President, Tupelo Community Foundation

In Episode 7 of We're All Heart, host Dr. Barry Bertolet sits down with cardiac electrophysiologist Dr. Jim Stone to demystify arrhythmias—from the everyday nuisance to life-threatening emergencies.

Learn how smartwatches are revolutionizing early detection
Discover the difference between AFib and atrial flutter
️ Explore cutting-edge treatments like pulse field ablation (PFA)
⚡ Hear how electrophysiologists fix the “electrical wiring” of the heart
Find out how arrhythmia care is evolving in North Mississippi

Whether you're curious about your own heart rhythm or supporting a loved one, this episode offers expert insights and hope for healing.

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• (00:00:05) - Heart health
• (00:00:52) - Cardiac Electrophysiologist
• (00:01:52) - Heart arrhythmia, what is it?
• (00:05:36) - So if somebody has an arrhythmia, what are the
• (00:07:45) - What is an AFIB Ablation? (Pulse Field Ab
• (00:11:17) - Alternatives to AFIB medication in heart failure patients
• (00:12:56) - Heart Flutter and AFIB: Are They the Same?
• (00:17:57) - North Mississippi doctor's true north

Join Dr. Barry Bertolet and Dr. Michael Boler in this compelling episode of We're All Heart as they dive deep into Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)—a minimally invasive procedure that saves lives by restoring blood flow to the heart. Learn how stents are deployed, the use of the Impella device for patients with heart failure, and how advanced cardiac care is transforming outcomes at North Mississippi Health Services. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode offers valuable insights into modern cardiology practices.

Topics Covered:

• What is PCI and how it works
• Radial artery access and recovery
• Treating blocked bypass grafts
• Stent technology and deployment
• Managing complex cases with Impella
• Outpatient vs. inpatient procedures
• Availability of interventional cardiologists

Presented by North Mississippi Health Services in partnership with Cardiology Associates of North Mississippi.

• (00:00:04) - All Heart
• (00:00:38) - We're All Heart
• (00:02:14) - What is Percutaneous Cardiac Intervention? (Cardiac Surgery
• (00:05:00) - What a Stent is?
• (00:12:08) - Heart Stents and Percutaneous Intervention
• (00:15:32) - Heart disease: Branch Point Fixation
• (00:18:21) - North Mississippi Interventional Cardiologist on Call 24/7
• (00:19:57) - One of North Mississippi's Cardiology Doctors on We're ALL HE