Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC
Gerald S. Berenson Endowed Chair in Preventative Cardiology and Professor of Medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine; cardiologist and expert in hypertension and heart failure management, featured to discuss blood pressure considerations when treating patients with heart failure.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 9min
Debunking Reasons for Delayed HF Treatment: BP Too Low (No Such Thing!)
In this discussion, Dr. Keith C. Ferdinand, a cardiologist and expert in hypertension at Tulane University, challenges common misconceptions about low blood pressure in heart failure treatment. He emphasizes that low BP should not delay crucial therapies. Dr. Ferdinand highlights evidence that treatment benefits outweigh concerns about low numbers, discusses symptom vs. numeric assessments, and shares practical tips for managing orthostatic hypotension. His key message is clear: treat the patient, not just the numbers!
