Borge Nordestgaard
Clinical researcher and professor of cardiology known for epidemiologic and genetic studies on lipoprotein(a) and cardiovascular disease; discusses Lp(a) and aortic valve stenosis in this episode.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 20min
Season 4 - Ep2: Lp(a) and aortic valve stenosis - The truth about climate change and heart disease
Hugh Montgomery, intensive care medicine chair focused on climate and health. JP Carpenter, cardiology commentator who summarizes recent studies. Borge Nordestgaard, cardiology professor known for Lp(a) research. They discuss Lp(a) links to aortic valve stenosis and emerging RNA therapies. They cover climate change’s immediate threats to cardiovascular health and practical mitigation and adaptation steps clinicians can take.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 9min
Season 4 - Ep2: Extended interview on Lp(a) and aortic valve stenosis
Borge Nordestgaard, a clinician-researcher from Copenhagen University Hospital known for his work on lipoprotein(a), discusses prevalence and strong genetic control of Lp(a). He explains Lp(a) biology, evidence linking it to calcific aortic valve stenosis, screening recommendations, current management strategies, and an ongoing trial testing major Lp(a) lowering to slow valve progression.
