Next-Generation Regenerative Cardiology
Our regenerative approach to cardiology leverages the body’s natural healing processes to repair and restore damaged heart tissue, promoting long-term heart health and longevity. Through advanced diagnostics and comprehensive testing, combined with therapeutic tools like peptides, we provide innovative solutions to enhance cardiac function, reduce aging-related decline, and support overall cardiovascular wellness for years to come.
BLI’s Regenerative Cardiology Services
Cleerly Scan
The Cleerly scan is an AI-powered coronary CT angiography that assesses plaque build-up in the arteries, distinguishing between stable and unstable plaque to help assess heart attack risk and guide treatment.
Targeted Cellular Cardiovascular Lab Testing
Targeted Cellular Cardiovascular Lab Testing measures biomarkers like TMAO, fibrinogen, and toxins to assess heart disease risk, inflammation, and plaque buildup, guiding personalized treatment strategies.
Genotype testing: ApoE, Factor V and Factor II, GB Insights
Genotype testing for ApoE, Factor V, Factor II, and GB Insights helps assess genetic risks for heart disease. These markers provide insights into cholesterol metabolism, clotting risk, and overall cardiac health.
GI Effects Stool Testing:
Zonulin Add-On
The GI Effects Stool Test with Zonulin Add-On evaluates gut health and permeability, identifying imbalances that contribute to inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, and increased heart disease risk.
Diagnostic Ultrasounds and Echocardiograms
Echocardiograms, along with ultrasounds that assess atherosclerosis of the legs and examine the abdominal aorta and carotid arteries, are essential tools for detecting early signs of cardiovascular disease.
Cardiology Consultations
Cardiology Planning Consult
During this 60-minute introductory appointment, you can discuss your cardiac health concerns with Dr. Husain and lay out the first steps on your journey toward optimal heart health.
Cardiology General Consult
This 60-minute appointment offers the opportunity to receive expert guidance and personalized care regarding your cardiac health. This visit is open to established cardiology clients.
Cardiac Imaging Review
This is a 30-minute appointment to review imaging related to your cardiology needs and gain insight with Dr. Husain.
FAQs
"Is regenerative medicine legitimate?"
The progression of modern medicine has created a bit of skepticism in things that sound new or futuristic. This skepticism leads many to wonder if regenerative medicine is even legitimate.
As functional medicine, which professed a “root cause” mentality, intertwined with holistic, naturopathic, and alternative medicines, a hesitancy developed about what seemed like a confused approach to looking at the issues with the systems causing symptoms.
Specializing in what it calls, “better medicine,” the Boulder Longevity Institute aims to eliminate the confusion by focusing on cutting edge, science-backed treatment options in a clinical environment.
A secondary challenge with regenerative medicine, making it seem less accessible, is the more detailed science and data driven nature of the field. While the data is proving invaluable as we get better at Cellular Medicine (the approach to healthcare that involves looking at the cellular pathways and behaviors that cross over multiple systems), it can feel overwhelming if not approached from a human first perspective.
The Boulder Longevity Institute aims to offer clients a legitimate, guidance based practice that leverages the most advanced knowledge while balancing the needs of each individual. By offering clients the latest science and research applied in a clinical setting, BLI weaves regenerative, cellular, and functional medicine into a comprehensive approach to optimizing health.
"How is regenerative cardiology different from traditional cardiology?"
Traditional cardiology focuses on diagnosing, managing, and treating heart disease using medications, lifestyle changes, procedures (like stents), or surgeries (like bypass surgery). Often, these approaches are used to manage symptoms after a problem has already arisen and aim to prevent further damage. They typically are not capable of reversing existing heart tissue damage.
Regenerative cardiology, on the other hand, uses advanced medical techniques—such as peptide therapy, hormone therapy, or epigenetic therapy—to help the heart not only repair and regenerate damaged tissue but also take preventative measures by addressing issues before they become serious. The goal is to prevent problems before they occur or to restore normal heart function by encouraging the body’s own healing mechanisms, rather than just managing the condition.
In short, while traditional cardiology focuses on slowing disease progression, regenerative cardiology aims to prevent damage and actively repair the heart.
"Can I combine regenerative treatments with other heart therapies I’m already receiving?"
Yes — in many cases, regenerative treatments can be safely combined with traditional heart therapies such as medications, lifestyle changes, or even procedures like stents or bypass surgery. In fact, regenerative cardiology is often used as a complementary approach to enhance healing, improve heart function, and potentially reduce the need for more invasive interventions over time.
Before starting regenerative therapy, we will carefully review your medical history, current medications, and existing treatments to make sure everything works together safely and effectively. The goal is to create a personalized, well-rounded care plan that supports your heart health from multiple angles.
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Cleerly Scan
The Cleerly scan is an AI-powered coronary CT angiography (CCTA) that provides a non-invasive, detailed assessment of cardiovascular health by detecting plaque buildup in the coronary arteries. Unlike traditional methods, which focus on cholesterol levels, Cleerly uses advanced imaging to evaluate plaque volume and composition, distinguishing between stable and unstable plaque. This early detection allows for personalized treatment strategies to prevent heart attacks and strokes. The scan is particularly valuable for monitoring plaque progression over time and for individuals at risk due to factors like high cholesterol, hypertension, or diabetes. Non-invasive and efficient, the Cleerly scan enables early, accurate diagnosis, providing us with critical insights to optimize heart health and reduce cardiovascular risk. Pricing starts at $750 plus facility fee, which can vary by location.
For more information, visit Cleerly.
Targeted Cellular Cardiovascular Lab Testing (i.e. TMAO, Fibrinogen, Toxins)
Targeted Cellular Cardiovascular Lab Testing offers valuable insights into cardiovascular health by measuring specific biomarkers that impact heart disease risk. Tests assessing TMAO (Trimethylamine-N-oxide), fibrinogen, and various toxins help illuminate underlying causes of inflammation, clotting, and endothelial dysfunction, which are key contributors to cardiovascular disease. TMAO, produced by the liver due to the presence of un-digested food from the gut, has been linked to increased plaque buildup in arteries, raising the risk of atherosclerosis and heart attacks. Elevated fibrinogen levels indicate increased blood clotting and inflammation, both of which are associated with heart disease. Additionally, testing for toxins, including environmental pollutants or metabolic byproducts, helps identify factors that may accelerate heart disease by promoting systemic inflammation.
By identifying imbalances in these biomarkers, we can personalize treatment strategies to reduce heart disease risk and optimize cardiovascular health. Early detection of these markers allows for interventions that address the root causes of cardiovascular disease, potentially preventing severe outcomes like heart attacks or strokes.
For more information: Blood Tests to Determine Risk of Coronary Artery Disease
Genotype Testing: ApoE, Factor V and Factor II, GB Insights
Genotype testing for ApoE, Factor V, Factor II, and GB Insights provides valuable genetic insights that are directly related to cardiovascular health. Apolipoprotein E (ApoE) is involved in cholesterol metabolism, and its variants, especially ApoE4, are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease due to impaired lipid processing. Factor V and Factor II are clotting factors, with genetic mutations such as Factor V Leiden and the prothrombin (Factor II) mutation increasing the risk of abnormal blood clotting, leading to deep vein thrombosis and potentially contributing to heart disease through clot formation. GB Insights, a newer genetic test, offers a broader view of genetic predispositions related to metabolic and cardiovascular health, including inflammatory pathways and arterial plaque formation.
These tests help identify individuals at higher genetic risk for heart disease, allowing for earlier intervention and more personalized treatment plans. By assessing genetic risks, our providers can guide lifestyle changes and recommend treatments that address these inherited factors, potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular events.
For further reading: Apolipoprotein E Genotype and Cardiovascular Diseases in the Elderly
GI Effects Stool Testing: Zonulin Add-On
The GI Effects Stool Test with Zonulin Add-On is a powerful diagnostic tool that assesses gut health and can provide insights on cardiovascular health. Zonulin is a protein that regulates the permeability of the intestinal lining, and elevated levels of Zonulin can indicate “leaky gut,” a condition where the gut becomes overly permeable, allowing harmful toxins and inflammatory molecules to enter the bloodstream. This systemic inflammation can contribute to endothelial dysfunction, a key factor in the development of cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis.
Increased intestinal permeability has been linked to higher levels of circulating inflammatory markers, which promote the formation of arterial plaque and increase the risk of heart disease. By assessing Zonulin levels along with other markers of gut health, we can identify early signs of inflammation that may be contributing to cardiovascular risk. Early intervention targeting gut health can help reduce systemic inflammation, potentially preventing heart disease and improving overall cardiovascular function.
For more information: Role of gut microbiota in cardiovascular diseases
Diagnostic Ultrasounds & Echocardiograms: Atherosclerosis, Abdominal Aorta, Carotid Arteries
Ultrasound tests that diagnose atherosclerosis of the legs, scan the abdominal aorta and carotid arteries, as well as echocardiograms are essential tools for evaluating cardiovascular health, especially in the early detection of cardiovascular diseases. Atherosclerosis in the legs is often a sign of peripheral artery disease (PAD), which increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. By detecting plaque buildup in the lower extremities, ultrasound helps assess arterial blockages that could indicate broader cardiovascular issues.
Abdominal aorta ultrasounds are used to identify abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), which, if undiagnosed, can lead to life-threatening complications like aortic rupture. Carotid artery ultrasounds detect plaque buildup in the carotid arteries, which supply blood to the brain, helping assess stroke risk. Echocardiograms, a non-invasive imaging technique, evaluate the heart’s structure and function, enabling the detection of conditions such as valve disease, heart failure, and other cardiac issues.
Together, these ultrasound tests provide critical insights into cardiovascular risk, allowing for early intervention to help reduce the likelihood of severe heart events.
For further reading: Role of Ultrasound-Based Therapies in Cardiovascular Diseases
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Accidents happen, but what can Katie do to make sure she not only heals quickly, but prevents re-injury and avoids chronic pain later in life?
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