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Heart Matters Podcast

Conversations about heart health — with Professor Peter Barlis and leading cardiologists, making complex cardiology clear and actionable for patients and families.

Heart Matters Podcast

Heart Matters Podcast

with Professor Peter Barlis, Interventional Cardiologist

Each episode tackles a real cardiology topic — from understanding your medications to navigating a new diagnosis. Honest, evidence-based and always patient-first.

Episodes

Episode 1

Blood Pressure Explained: What the Numbers Really Mean

In this very first episode of the Heart Matters Podcast, Professor Peter Barlis takes you through one of the most important topics in heart health:…

Aug 31, 2025 0:24
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