Why has heart disease been the leading cause of death for a century? Hear our conversation with former American College of Cardiology president and current chair of medicine at the University of Louisville, Dr. Kim Williams.
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Dr. Kim Williams, cardiologist and current chairman at the University of Louisville Department of Medicine, joins us on this episode to discuss the factors that have made this disease a costly healthcare problem for so long. He also discusses the importance of community intervention in disease prevention and presents us with policy ideas that can play a significant role in improving health outcomes. Together, we debunk common heart health myths, including ones related to having a family history of heart disease, keto diets, and prevention in your 20s. In addition to being the president of the American College of Cardiology in 2016, Dr. Williams has served on numerous committees and boards at the United States national level, including the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, the American Heart Association, and the American Medical Association. He is also the editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention (IJDRP).