Nephrocardiology, An Issue of Cardiology Clinics
The Clinics: Internal Medicine Series

This issue of Cardiology Clinics will cover Nephrocardiology. Curated by Dr. Parta Hatamizadeh, this issue will explore topics in the field that are relevant for practicing clinicians. This issue is one of four selected each year by the series editorial board: Jamil A. Aboulhosn, David M. Shavelle, Terrence D. Welch, and Audrey H. Wu. The volume will include articles on: Uremic toxins and cardiovascular system, Anemia, a connection between heart failure and kidney failure, Pulmonary hypertension and chronic kidney disease, The impact of uric acid and hyperuricemia on cardiovascular and renal systems, Hemodialysis versus peritoneal dialysis in various cardiovascular disorders, Latest updates in cardiorenal syndrome and more.

Introduction to Nephrocardiology
Uremic Toxins and Cardiovascular System
Anemia: A Connection Between Heart Failure and Kidney Failure
New Antidiabetes Medications and Their Cardiovascular and Renal Benefits
Dyslipidemia in Patients with Kidney Disease
The Impact of Uric Acid and Hyperuricemia on Cardiovascular and Renal Systems
Approach to Resistant Hypertension from Cardiology and Nephrology Standpoints:Tailoring Therapy
Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment of Cardiac and Renal Amyloidosis
Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease Associated with Chronic Kidney Disease
Nonatherosclerotic Vascular Abnormalities Associated with Chronic Kidney Disease
Pulmonary Hypertension in Chronic Kidney Disease
Atrial Fibrillation in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
A Comparison of Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiorenal Syndrome: An Important Subject in Nephrocardiology

Parta Hatamizadeh, MD, MPH, is an assistant professor of medicine at University of Florida Health in the department of medicine, within the division of nephrology. He is board certified in internal medicine and nephrology. His clinical interests include nephrocardiology, cardiorenal syndrome, acute kidney injury and renal replacement therapy.