We're back! In this episode, we are very happy to bring on the podcast with us Dr. Thomas Gosios. The very first Cardiologist on "The Madicles"! Please check out his LinkedIn for more information about Dr. Thomas Gosios! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-go... In this episode, we discuss topics ranging from: . Lifestyle factors . Common conditions in everyday practice . Overseen conditions . Ways of monitoring cardiac health . Signs and symptoms that should prompt immediate health care intervention . Why Dr. Gosios decided to pursue Cardiology . What he likes most about his job And much much more! #podcast #medicine #cardiology Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction to The Madicles Podcast. 1:21 - Introduction of Dr. Thomas Gosios, specialized cardiologist. 3:11 - Importance of trust and communication in patient-doctor relationships. 5:17 - Convincing patients about treatment benefits. 13:03 - Using relatable examples to explain medical risks and benefits. 15:08 - Lifestyle factors influencing heart health: diet, exercise, smoking. 18:01 - Challenges in adopting a healthy lifestyle. 21:00 - Common cardiovascular conditions. 24:04 - Prevention strategies for hypertension. 25:57 - Secondary causes of hypertension. 28:02 - Proper methods for monitoring blood pressure. 33:06 - Fainting without typical triggers. 34:01 - Urgency of seeking medical help for unusual pain, especially with risk factors. 36:34 - General advice on taking unusual pain seriously, considering risk factors. 37:28 - Enjoyment of being a cardiologist: patient interaction, research, and impact. 38:38 - Holistic approach in cardiology. 41:46 - Dr. Gosios's decision process leading to cardiology specialization. 43:13 - Advice on choosing medical specialties based on personal interest and fit. 44:06 - Importance of passion in medical career choices. 46:03 - Dealing with disappointment in patient communication and outcomes. 52:23 - Balancing assertiveness and empathy in patient interactions. We write blogs about our medical experience in Greece here https://www.themadicles.com/news Listen to us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5XKugCX... Find us on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... We make memes sometimes here https://instagram.com/the_madicles_po... TikTok was Nick's idea https://tiktok.com/@the_madicles_podcast