124: Heart Disease Myths Exposed: Statins, LDL, Estradiol, Testosterone, & the Truth

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death, yet many people are left wondering whether they're focusing on the right risk factors. 

In this episode, I sit down with board-certified cardiac surgeon Dr. Philip Ovadia to discuss how his perspective shifted from treating advanced heart disease in the operating room to helping people prevent it in the first place. 

We talk through common questions about cholesterol, LDL, statins, coronary calcium scores, and why he believes heart health requires looking beyond a single lab value to better understand metabolic health, inflammation, and insulin resistance.

Topics We Cover in This Episode: 

What LDL cholesterol can and cannot tell you about heart disease risk

How insulin resistance and inflammation fit into the bigger picture

When a statin may make sense and when other factors deserve attention first

The current conversation around bioidentical hormones and cardiovascular health

Who should consider a coronary artery calcium scan and what the results can tell you

Why metabolic health may be one of the most important pieces of heart disease prevention

Practical questions to ask when evaluating your own cardiovascular risk

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