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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Cardiologist shares how to protect your heart at every age: Smart habits to build in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond
Your heart doesn't age overnight, it reflects how you've treated it through the decades. Whether you're in your 20s or 50s, building healthy heart habits early (and sticking to them) can make all the difference. Dr Dmitry Yaranov, MD, Cardiologist, often shares insights related to health and wellness with his Instagram community. In one of his posts, he breaks down the smartest cardiovascular habits to adopt in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond because when it comes to heart health, it's never too early (or too late) to start making meaningful changes. (Also read: Cardiologist warns of alarming rise in heart attacks among young smokers under 40: Know symptoms, causes and prevention ) "Prevention is key to a long, healthy life! Here's what to focus on at every stage, based on American guidelines," Dr Dmitry wrote in the post. Let's take a closer look at what he recommends: A post shared by Dmitry Yaranov, MD | Cardiologist 🫀 (@heart_transplant_doc) Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
'You carry ghosts': Doctor's admission of 'falling apart' after patient's death goes viral
The death of a loved one is catastrophic for families. However, losing a patient can be devastating for doctors too. Recently, a doctor's gut-wrenching confession about spiraling into depression went viral on social media. Taking to Instagram on May 16, Dr. Dmitry Yaranov shared a rather despondent video and wrote a heartfelt message on how helpless and sad a doctor feels when they fail to save a patient from the jaws of death. Set to a hauntingly emotional soundtrack, the video opens with Dr. Yaranov standing still, his face etched with quiet sorrow. He doesn't speak—but his expression says it all. As the music swells, powerful words fade into view on the screen: 'No one ever tells you how to cope with losing a patient.' The silent grief in his eyes echoes a truth many in the medical field carry silently—one that lingers long after the monitors go quiet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Air conditioners without external unit. (click to see prices) Air Condition | Search Ads Search Now Undo In the caption, he poured his heart out. Dr. Yaranov reflected on the hidden aftermath of medical failure—a reality he admitted had taken him sixteen years to confront publicly. He described the quiet rituals that follow the death of a patient: stepping out of the room, offering a subtle nod to the nurse, and walking into the next patient's room as if nothing had happened. Yet, beneath the surface, the weight of that loss lingers. When the world isn't watching, he shared, that's when the breakdown begins. Whether in the car, the call room, or even tucked away in a supply closet, the emotional toll reveals itself. Tears come freely. Self-doubt takes over. He replays every moment, questioning his actions, his decisions, and even his worth. The pain isn't just mental—it settles into the body, a silent burden carried in the chest and gut, one that doesn't fade with time. This loss, he implied, doesn't simply disappear. It's absorbed into the rhythm of the work. Still, he continues to show up—driven by care, commitment, and an enduring sense of responsibility. In his words, the tools of the profession go far beyond medical instruments. Alongside the stethoscope, he carries the weight of every patient he couldn't save—silent reminders of the human cost behind every clinical decision. 'No one tells you this about the job: You don't just carry a stethoscope. You carry ghosts...' he wrote. His post resonated with thousands, shedding light on the emotional cost of medicine—a truth often hidden behind the sterile walls of hospitals and the stoic demeanor of those who serve. The post went viral, gaining over 500K likes. One Instagram user tried to console him. 'You have also saved thousands of lives, so let that be a comfort in those moments of grief,' she wrote. Another reminisced at how her mother's doctor had cried with her after her demise. 'The doctor cried just as hard as I did when my mom passed away when I was 15. I remember his hug. He told me, 'Sorry.' Dr. Dmitry Yaranov is a cardiologist associated with Baptist Memorial Healthcare.
Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Tennessee cardiologist opens up about the silent grief doctors carry after every patient loss: 'I cry'
Doctors are often seen as composed professionals, trained to remain calm and collected even in life-and-death situations. But what happens when a doctor loses a patient despite doing everything possible to save them? A deeply emotional Instagram post by a Tennessee-based cardiologist has gone viral, lifting the veil on a rarely discussed topic—how doctors cope when a patient dies. (Also read: Bengaluru doctor's salary reveal shuts down taunting relative: 'My taxes higher than their income') In a short but powerful video posted to Instagram, Dr Dmitry Yaranov—a cardiologist whose LinkedIn profile states he practises in Tennessee—stands quietly, his face filled with grief, while sombre music plays in the background. Text across the screen reads: 'What happens after losing a patient—no one prepares you for that.' In the caption, Dr Yaranov shares the internal devastation such losses bring. 'Truth—it took me 16 years in medicine to say this out loud. I step out of the room. Give a quiet nod to the nurse. Then walk into the next room—like I didn't just lose someone I was fighting to save. But later—when no one's watching—I fall apart. In my car. In the call room. Sometimes in the supply closet,' he wrote. 'I cry. I go over every detail. I blame myself. I blame the system. I wonder if I missed something. If I'm still good enough. If I ever was. And I carry that loss—not just in my mind, but in my body. In my chest. My gut. Quietly. I don't get over it. I just keep showing up. Because I care. Because I still do. No one tells you this about the job. You don't just carry a stethoscope. You carry ghosts.' Take a look here at the post: A post shared by Dmitry Yaranov, MD | Cardiologist 🫀 (@heart_transplant_doc) The video has garnered over 12 million views and thousands of comments—many from fellow healthcare workers and patients alike—expressing gratitude, empathy and heartbreak. One user wrote, 'This is the most vulnerable and honest post I've seen from a doctor. Thank you.' Another shared, 'As a nurse, I've seen this pain. You're not alone.' A third user commented, 'You don't just carry ghosts… you carry love. And it shows.' (Also read: 'Extremely dull country': Man warns fellow Indians against moving to New Zealand, sparks debate) Others opened up about their own experiences: 'My father passed last year. The doctor cried after breaking the news. I'll never forget that.' Another said, 'This brought me to tears. Thank you for speaking for so many.' One healthcare professional responded, 'This is why burnout is real. We carry so much but are told to just move on.' Another wrote, 'You're still good enough. You always were.'
Business Mayor
17-05-2025
- Health
- Business Mayor
I'm a heart doctor who sees thousands of preventable deaths – here are five things EVERYONE should do before it's too late
Published: 07:43 BST, 17 May 2025 | Updated: 08:33 BST, 17 May 2025 A leading cardiologist has revealed the five essential things we should all do to avoid an early death—and insists 'it's not just about exercise and salads'. In an Instagram post viewed nearly 500,000 times, Memphis-based medic Dr Dmitry Yaranov warns that sleep, pollution, stress, oral health and diet all play a major role heart health. 'After treating thousands of patients with heart failure, these are the things I wish more people knew before it was too late. 'Here's what's actually affecting your heart—and nobody's talking about it,' he said in the viral video in which he listed the five points in the caption. 'Cardiovascular health isn't just about exercise and salads,' the expert added. 'It's sleep, stress, air, access, and even your gut.' Getting fewer than eight hours' sleep a night can raise your risk of heart failure, stroke or sudden death, he warned beneath the 30-second clip. Blood pressure usually drops during sleep—but poor sleep disrupts this, causing sustained high blood pressure, a key driver of heart disease, according to the British Heart Foundation. Dr Yaranov also noted that daily exposure to air pollution—'breathing in exhaust every day'—can harden the arteries, leading to plaque build-up, restricted blood flow and a higher risk of heart attacks. In a viral video shared to Instagram that has been seen nearly 500,000 times, leading cardiologist Dr Dimitry Yaranov has said sleep, pollution, stress, teeth health, and diet can all have a major impact on your heart Regularly sleeping less than the recommended eight hours a night can raise your risk of heart failure, stroke, and sudden death Next, he explained that constantly 'pushing through' stress can raise levels of cortisol—the body's main stress hormone—which, in excess, triggers high blood pressure and inflammation that damages blood vessels. Oral health is another unlikely factor that can cause heart issues, which the doctor added to his list. Improper care of your teeth can cause gum disease and the inflammation associated with this puts you at a higher risk of heart attack. Another significant issue he pointed out was that people should also focus more on improving their gut health as the microbiomes help regulate blood pressure and cholesterol. While living in an area with poor access to healthy food will only lead to worse cardiac outcomes, he then warned. It comes as an epidemic of the disease has hit young people, experts warned last year. Early deaths from heart disease hit their highest level in more than a decade, figures revealed. But now obesity, diabetes and undiagnosed high blood pressure are reversing six decades of progress. Data analysed by the British Heart Foundation shows progress in the battle against the killer condition appears to have come to an end. The latest figures for 2022 reveal that heart disease killed 80 out of every 100,000 people in England – the highest rate since 2011, when it was 83. Heart fatalities in the under-75s have risen for three consecutive years.
Associated Press
17-02-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Baptist and Mid-South Transplant hold largest-known heart transplant recipient and donor family meeting
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Baptist Heart Institute at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis and Mid-South Transplant Foundation united nine heart transplant recipients with their donor families during the largest-known meeting of its kind on National Donor Day. Baptist hosted this event to honor the life-saving generosity of organ donors and their families while celebrating the second chances given to recipients. The reunion provided an opportunity for patients and donor families to share stories and learn about each other, and donor families spent time listening to their loved one's heart beating in heart transplant recipients through a stethoscope. 'The emotions we witnessed from patients, donor families and staff provided much love and healing today,' said Renee Hatcher, administrative director of transplant services at Baptist Heart Institute. 'We are honored to have been a part of such an amazing day, and we are thankful to offer this life-saving care to our community.' Nine transplant recipients met approximately 75 family members of their donors. Recipients ranged in age from 25 to 70. One donor family was local to Memphis, but the rest travelled from Kansas, Nebraska, Texas and Mississippi. This was a first-time meeting for all and a demonstration of how organ donation can make a difference in the lives of recipients and donor families. Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis has performed 490 adult heart transplants since the program's inception in 1985. In October, Baptist will mark the 40th anniversary of the first heart transplant in the Mid-South. Baptist's heart transplant team of cardiologists, surgeons, doctors, nurses and other dedicated staff members provide follow-up care to approximately 170 post-heart transplant recipients across five states, ensuring their ongoing well-being and monitoring their progress. Baptist's longest-surviving heart transplant patient will celebrate the 32nd anniversary of his transplant in 2025. 'These donors' gift of life makes it possible for some patients with advanced heart failure to have a second chance at life,' said Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, director of Advanced Heart Failure at Baptist Heart Institute. 'We are so thankful for these compassionate choices that allow us to continue this lifesaving work.' National Donor Day, originally designated in 1998, helps raise awareness for organ, eye, tissue, marrow, platelet and blood donation. Annually, Baptist and Mid-South Transplant Foundation use this day to highlight the importance of organ and tissue donation and inspire others to become registered organ donors. Baptist Heart Institute at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis offers comprehensive heart services, including the only certified adult heart transplant and the only adult extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) programs in the Mid-South. Baptist also offers advanced cardiac care for patients through the Baptist Advanced Heart Failure Program. As a premier heart diagnostic, treatment and research facility, Baptist Heart Institute is the region's largest and most comprehensive provider of mechanical and circulatory support devices and therapies. In 2022, Baptist became the first hospital in the state of Tennessee to use a Barostim implant to treat heart failure, and in 2023, Baptist was the first in the state to implant a cardiac contractility modulation device. To learn more about the heart transplant program at Baptist Heart Institute, please visit Mid-South Transplant Foundation has been connecting lives through organ donation since 1976. As the federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organization for counties in western Tennessee, northern Mississippi and eastern Arkansas, Mid-South Transplant Foundation provides services including organ procurement, tissue recovery, laboratory testing, 24-hour rapid response to referrals from our hospital partners and an array of community education promoting the importance of donation. To register as an organ and tissue donor, please visit Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, a 706-bed hospital located on an 80-acre medical campus in Memphis, Tennessee, is the flagship hospital of Baptist Memorial Health Care, one of the largest health care systems in the country. Named as the No. 1 hospital in the Memphis metropolitan area and No. 2 hospital in the state of Tennessee by U.S. News & World Report for 2024–2025, the hospital serves as a major referral center for patients across the Mid-South. The hospital also offers specialty, diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation services. According to HealthGrades, an independent health care ratings organization, Baptist Memphis' cardiac surgery, stroke, gastrointestinal, pulmonary and critical care programs were among the top 5% in the country in 2009, resulting in the facility receiving Specialty Excellence awards. For more information, please visit call 901-226-5000 or follow us on Facebook at @baptistmemorialhospital-memphis.
