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What Colin O'Hearn Discovered About Atrial Fibrillation | The Physician's Mind

Can immune cells actually influence your heartbeat? In this clip, Colin O'Hearn, a DO-PhD student at Michigan State University, explains the surprising role of macrophages in cellular communication and how they help regulate the heart’s electrical system. We talk about how these immune cells interact with cardiomyocytes, their role in electrophysiology, and what new research suggests about their involvement in atrial fibrillation. Colin also shares his journey through both medical school and PhD training, why he chose the physician-scientist path, and how research and clinical medicine work together to improve patient care. This conversation bridges immunology, cardiology, and medical research, showing how discoveries in the lab can shape the future of heart health. _______________________________________________________ 🔑 Key Takeaways Macrophages do more than fight infection — they also help cells communicate These immune cells can influence electrical signaling in heart muscle cells Emerging research links macrophages to atrial fibrillation Understanding immune–heart interactions could shape future cardiac treatments Physician-scientists play a key role in turning lab discoveries into real patient care _______________________________________________________ Watch the Full Episode tomorrow FOLLOW US: Instagram →   / thephysiciansmind   Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/2RaPrIf... Courses → https://www.thephysiciansmind.com/course Blog → https://www.thephysiciansmind.com/blog 🌐 Explore more at ⁠our website⁠: https://www.thephysiciansmind.com #Macrophages #HeartRhythm #AtrialFibrillation #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #MedicalResearch #PhysicianScientist #MedStudentJourney #Immunology #HeartHealth