Guest Episode

A Heart Surgeon’s Guide to Health

In this episode of the Emerald Health Podcast, we sit down with Dr Ravi De Silva, a leading consultant cardiac surgeon, to explore what really protects your heart. From understanding coronary disease to the realities of the operating room, Dr De Silva cuts through the noise with clinical expertise and rare candour. Essential listening for anyone who wants to take their cardiovascular health seriously.

Did you know that many of the conditions that lead someone to the operating table are preventable? In this episode, we sit down with Dr Ravi De Silva, consultant cardiac surgeon, to uncover the truths about heart health that too often go unspoken. From the mechanics of coronary disease and the silent dangers of aortic dissection, to what actually happens inside the operating room, Dr De Silva brings the perspective only a surgeon can offer. He breaks down exactly what you need to know to understand your heart and take control of your cardiovascular health before it becomes a crisis.

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About the guest: Dr Ravi De Silva is a leading consultant cardiac surgeon and clinical lead for aortic surgery at Royal Papworth Hospital with decades of experience operating on some of the most complex heart conditions in medicine. Trained at the highest level within the NHS and internationally, he has built a reputation for combining surgical precision with a deep commitment to patient education and preventive care.

Speakers

Dr. Ravi De Silva

Cardiac Surgeon and Clinical Lead

Dr. Dan McNally

NHS Doctor and Co-Founder at Emerald Health

Dr. Hanad Ahmed

NHS Resident Surgeon & Clinical Lead at Emerald Health

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