Plaque to the Future: How AI is Reading Your Arteries with Dr. Matt Kaeberlein from OptiSpan

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Matt Kaeberlein sit down to unpack one of the most cutting-edge tools in heart health today: the CLEARLY exam — a high-tech, AI-powered look at your arteries that doesn’t just show your heart, it tells you what’s really going on inside it.

They walk through their own CLEARLY results (yep, you're getting the inside scoop), explain what plaque burden and stenosis actually mean, and why soft plaque is the sneaky troublemaker you need to know about. 💥

You’ll hear real talk about the psychological weight of health data (spoiler: knowing is way better than guessing), how AI is changing the game in cardiovascular imaging, and most importantly — what you can do with all this info to take control of your heart health.

🔍 Want to see the CLEARLY exam in action?
Catch the full video breakdown on the OptiSpan YouTube channel — visuals, results, and all the nerdy goodness that didn’t fit in your earbuds.

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takeaways

• The CLEARLY exam utilizes AI to analyze CT angiograms for early disease detection.
• Understanding plaque burden is crucial for assessing cardiovascular health.
• Soft plaque is more concerning than hard plaque due to its potential to rupture.
• Knowledge of one's cardiovascular status can empower lifestyle changes.
• AI technology enhances the visualization of cardiovascular disease.
• The CADRADS system helps in staging coronary artery disease.
• Patients should be informed about the implications of their results.
• Regular monitoring can help track changes in plaque burden over time.
• Lifestyle modifications can significantly impact cardiovascular health outcomes.
• Access to detailed health data is essential for proactive patient care.

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