A Day in the Life of a Heart Surgeon On-Call

[@drjeremylondon]

Hope you are having a great day so far! Don't forget you can get a get a Free Sample Pack of my favorite electrolytes, LMNT, with your first order at drinklmnt.com/london (automatically applied at checkout)

[@rainbowken66]

I am alive today because of you. I never had the opportunity to personally thank you, but am so grateful that you were my heart surgeon. Thank you so much for taking good care of me Dr. London.

[@drjeremylondon]

Always honored to help an any way I can. I appreciate the kind words and the comment!

[@gene8675]

So cool to see this brief interaction!

[@noahriley9717]

I am a nurse who has had the pleasure of recovering multiple of this man’s patients. He’s the real deal. Glad to see continued success.

[@kerrychristal8348]

We all need a doctor like you. You are very down to earth and forth coming. I appreciate you. Thank you.

[@drjeremylondon]

I really appreciate your comment. So kind 🙌🏻

[@damianwesoly652]

Having spent nearly 40 years in the cardiac device industry with most if my time spent working with cardiac surgeons and electrophysiologists its refreshing to hear you say “ look at the patient”….👏👏👏

[@tiff688]

I was in cardiac device too! Clinic ICD nurse for almost 20 years

[@mariapadilla7501]

1000%

[@vincentkingsdale8334]

How can I get into cardiac device sales? I am a doctor of physical therapy with 20 years of experience, and have 5 years of pharma sales experience.

[@damianwesoly652]

Best advice is to attend one of the programs that train you in cardiac devices like ATI in Greenville SC or PreMD in Boston…they have close to 100% placement post completion with one of the major cardiac device companies…Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, or Biotronik…I worked with graduates of both programs and its a virtual guarantee to a job in this exciting ancillary field of healthcare

[@lynneddy8851]

Listen, sit with them, lay your hands on them.

[@melanies.6139]

As someone who worked in the medical field for many years and as a patient myself, it’s wonderful to see how you prepare for each day in order to get into your desired mindset. Also how you talk to and listen to your patients and the nurses caring for them. Speaking as a patient myself, that means so much. Thanks for what you do. 😊

[@laurengreen2564]

Intellectual honesty. What a concept, I wish more would practice!

[@drjeremylondon]

Truth hurts. Looking in the mirror isn’t always pleasant but it’s the only way to keep reality in check

[@JaneKoplewitz-mu5dl]

Dr London- Thank you for your wisdom and humanity. I grew up in a medical family; my father was a surgeon- an “old school MD” who always still had his black bag by the door, ready to make a house call if needed. My comments, to reiterate you points, in response to this great video: - “knowledge” can be almost worthless without the “wisdom” to know how and when to apply it - the “art of medicine” is as critical to success as the “science of medicine” - nothing can replace “examining your patient” - their body, mind & spirit Keep up the great videos. And thanks for taking the time to create this content!

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my content and for the thoughtful comment. nailed it!

[@BigBrownBear-615]

@@drjeremylondoncan you talk about the connection (if any) of lymphatics and heart health.

[@ericar2856]

I hope that I never need a heart specialist like you, but if I did, I wish you would be my physician. Your amazing.

[@aaronperry1009]

I know this isn't the same thing you do, but growing up on a cattle farm, I saw my father save the life of dozens of baby calfs, by interventions that weren't double blind studied. We didn't often have time to go to the library and find a book on what to do when you see situation A in the barn, we just reacted and tried everything we could to nurse them to health. We all have to be open to trying different techniques when what we're doing isn't working. I appreciate your insight and informative video.

[@gmctech]

I had the luck of having my life saved by an incredible surgeon in Nova Scotia, Canada. Dr. Krista de Boer is my Rockstar... Her expertise, dedication and her compassion is second to none in my book. It Amazed me how sweet and upbeat she was and NEVER once did I feel rushed when taking up her valuable time with my questions and conversation. For three weeks she checked on me every single day in the early morning. She even came in to double check on me late one evening before she was going away for a weekend. I quite literally owe her my life.

[@michaelparish1308]

Any of us would be lucky too have you as our Surgeon 👍

[@drjeremylondon]

I appreciate you and your kind words!

[@mjt7135]

Blessed to have people like yourself Doc 🙏

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your continued support

[@leeannisnor2877]

My partner had one of the best, in my opinion, cardiac surgeons in Nova Scotia Canada. He looked at Patrick, listen to his words and often included me with the visit as well. He saved Patrick’s life twice unfortunately he succumbed two Christmases ago to COVID related ARDS. Dr Keir Stewart was remarkable always with Patrick. Dr Stewart took the time not only to help him but also to get to know him as a person and a patient.

[@GingerNinja1]

22+ yrs in nursing & LOVE your website & what your doing here. It's different than the other MD channels I've seen.

[@mttbeas1]

Dr. London, great channel. I am a vascular surgeon only a few states away from you serving a very similar patient population. One of my favorite aspects about your channel is when you include your family. Did you ever think to do a video discussing how you manage your personal family life with a busy practice, managing call, etc. all while being a good father? I appreciate the medical aspect of your videos for obvious reasons but would you care to expand on the personal side? I think this is something a lot of surgeons, especially in our line of work, struggle with. Thank you and again, great channel.

[@drjeremylondon]

I appreciate you taking the time to watch my content and I love this comment. Initially I focused on the health and wellness topics because everyone can relate, but I would be happy to share more of my life. Show some more day in the life content with friends and family. The short answer is it isn't easy to balance work and personal life. There aren't enough hours in the day and sacrifices are made but I focus on what is most important to me and do my best to make time for it. Again, thank you for your comment and question.

[@wendyd.8194]

We are blessed much like your patients are to be on the receiving end of your expertise and caring advice. Thank you, Dr. London.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@TheUltimateCruiser]

Absolutely fascinating, sir! Thank you for bringing us along!! 🙏

[@GlendaMcNeil-z3b]

Absolutely Amazing Doctor . I love listening to you, I've learned so much . God Bless you and your family and all the life's you've saved and all the ones you've tried to save . You are truly chosen by the Grace of Our God!!! Thank you !!!

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much for your support and the kind words!

[@GregNoblin]

My wife is a veterinary surgeon, small animal. Thing with the roughly 1800 veterinary surgeons in the US is they have to do all surgeries. Unfortunately this means when they are on call / ER they can, and do, get everything. It's always fascinating for me to see how surgeons of all types go about their mornings. She has a similar routine of setting herself up for the day. She starts very similar to you. She starts with hydration and delays coffee a bit, then sits down and journals and does a mindful guided meditation, then coffee, just one cup. We spend a few moments together and then she leaves for the day. She recently moved into another practice and we moved away from Atlanta. She did a lot of trauma / ER in Atlanta. Since we're getting a little older she wanted to get away from the on call lifestyle and more into a scheduled referral only type of practice. You never know when a dog will show up because a neighbor tried, and failed, to chop its head off with an axe... yeah, it's sometimes crazy. That dog lived by the way. Anyway, thanks for what you do and sharing your routine. Very interesting to see.

[@TDew1502]

Great video. My husband had a heart attack in 2015 at around 7pm and didn’t go in until 7am the next morning because we didn’t think it was any. So great full for doctors. Thanks for all you do

[@DailyKenji]

Just knowing that a caring, genuine and compassionate doctor like you exists makes me realize that this world still has great people like you, Doctor London. Those patients whose life crosses yours are the luckiest patients! And thank you for creating this channel! I really love how you share your personal experience and also share your knowledge on health! You are like a DIAMOND in this world and KZbin World!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@drjeremylondon]

Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words. We could always be better. I'm glad you enjoy the content! Means the world to me

[@joanpratt2553]

You’re great doctor ever since I found your videos I don’t stop watching I’m learning a lot how to eat etc I’ll continue to follow you have a great day day god bless you 🙏🏼👍

[@laurievillotta7935]

I have been a nurse for 30 years. Regardless of what anyone says when you enter a patient room just look at them. That at most times is what you need to know. I could walk in any room and my gut told me exactly which direction the patient was going.

[@drjeremylondon]

That simple interaction is paramount, couldn't agree more

[@JohnDoe-rc3qu]

I love how you break it all down and keep the time a little bit ahead. I used to always keep my time on microwaves and car 10 minutes ahead to save time! God bless you and your family in Jesus name Amen 🙏 much love, you're an angel ❤

[@supremegalacticcommander2783]

Very interesting and enlightening Dr. I sincerely appreciate what doctors and nurse do for all of us especially ones like yourself who really seem to be exceptionally decent people. Your morning routine is impressive too! I very much enjoy your content! Thank you sir!

[@drjeremylondon]

So glad to hear the content resonates with you! Thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@DingleBerryschnapps]

I'm stealing this routine. If it's good enough for a heart surgeon, it's good enough for me. Just need to get that cold plunge going. 👍

[@drjeremylondon]

Never gets easier but you always feel better after

[@DianneSmith-fv1vi]

Always pray for all medical docs nurses and paramedics worldwide. You all so very special🙏 fm South Africa

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much!

[@valeriefromoregon]

Thanks for sharing. Hate LMNT causes severe diarrhea for me 😑 I use Gatorade packets :) Good to know you use it first in the morning. I highly suggest reading Bible scriptures in the morning, like a psalms or proverbs, even the Lord’s Prayer is so helpful to me in the morning. Always makes me feel closer to God for the day ❤ You are a fantastic doctor and great how you communicate with your peers. You really care about people.

[@s.m.hussain320]

Doctor/surgeon = Angel. Thank you!

[@rddavies]

That sounds like two very difficult conversations, first with the nurse, second with the doctor. Sounds like you made a difficult situation better, you did your best and brought some calm by being the "adult in the room".

[@WomanOfGod79]

God bless you, Dr. and thank you again for helping take care of people!

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@LianeLindsey-e2g]

You are awesome! I wish you were my doctor!!

[@user-lr4ht1uw1z]

I wouldn't wish that. He's a heart surgeon. I hope I never have to see a doctor like him.

[@Gutisusa]

I wish the same. Very caring surgeon.

[@mk1mcqueen277]

God bless you Dr you are a life saver ❤

[@bossjihyo2276]

I love your channel! You're such a real and an inspiring person, doc! 🩺

[@penelopejadebeauty]

How do you drink your coffee? Can you do videos on what you eat and snack on??❤❤

[@kimtongo3533]

You are an awesome doctor!!!!!!!!🙏☀️🙏

[@drjeremylondon]

You are too kind

[@_TravelWithLove]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and insights filled videos !! Interesting and informative !! And thank you and all medical professionals for your services to make our world a better place !! Greetings from California … wishing you and folks and all good health , success and happiness !! Much Love ✌️😎💕

[@lindabarnes9935]

Thank you for your service.saving lives and great advice to help people's lives longer.❤❤

[@drjeremylondon]

I'm honored to be able to help

[@andrewdimauro7352]

Great video Dr. London I can tell you really care about the well being of your patients

[@drjeremylondon]

Most important part of the job!

[@dougmitchell5435]

I had a bypass just about two years ago. The assessment by a transplant cardiologist for possible stenting (part of kidney transplant workup)revealed that it was not an option. He did not fool around - once he made the assessment they started taking down the room and before I was really coherent, I had an appointment with the surgeon. Scared the hell out of me, but at every step the care team was excellent. Not just the white coats (ARNPs, PAs, doctors) but the nurses. Was it fun? No. Did it suck as much as I feared? Not even close. I recovered well and was back at work in two months, and living a relatively normal life. I lost a lot of fitness and the beta blockers keep me from working out the way I would like, but I can do darned near anything else I want. This is a short summary of my experience, of course - but every bit of the care was excellent.

[@nancyshookedoncrochet526]

i had Mitral valve repair and the maze procedure going on 6 years later this month. Thanks to a heart surgeon. Doing well.

[@drjeremylondon]

So great to hear!

[@lax_mike11]

Thanks doc, I love the content. Great videos Amazing work! Thankful for people like you.

[@chevyguy-hf1yq]

God bless you Doc.

[@irenasmart183]

Wow... certainly a daily journey you are experienced to take....❤ And the not so easy days hopefully end well with you at the helm.... 🙂

[@dougmoring7321]

Really motivational. Thanks!

[@richardcerniglia8417]

Your opinion on Statins, Thank You!

[@angelajorgensen873]

Thanks Doc for sharing!!

[@scottkelly799]

What a breath of fresh air.... Keep it up Doc!

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you! I will try my best

[@jaypark7207]

God bless you and what you do.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much! I wish you only the best

[@jaypark7207]

Same to you! And HNY!

[@arctan64]

Not gonna lie, it's great to see stuff like this, you would be stunned how I approach my days compared to you. You're very organized and understand a lot of tricks to keeping your day flowing in a way that's healthy for your mind and body. I approach my days like a drunk cowboy.

[@bettysmith4527]

I hear ya on the "on call", I am not a physician, but used to work as a paramedic and we did 24-36 hour shifts and waking up intermittently during the night was tough, more because you have to go from being asleep to being wide awake and on your A game in seconds! I miss the hell out of working on the ambulance, but not the hours!! Thanks for the video!

[@drjeremylondon]

You know the feeling! After 25 years, I'm used to it now but sleep is a priority when I can get it.

[@eduardodiaz9354]

@@drjeremylondonFormer medic now RN working on my CRNA. EMS was another beast waking up at 0300 dispatch telling you your call is a pediatric cardiac arrest you can’t get used to that not even in 25 years.

[@ericavigil416]

Please make more of these videos. I really enjoy them 🎉

[@drjeremylondon]

You got it!

[@felixcat9455]

You are doing the Lord’s work. What a tough job.

[@drjeremylondon]

I’m honored to be able to help 👍🏻

[@r_unner_G]

Wisdom outwits protocol when it comes to human life.

[@Fcreceptor]

Hospital medicine is rife with bureaucracy, overextended nurses, and greed. The intensivist might have made better decisions if he had time. The hospitalists at my facility are so overworked it’s ridiculous. 20 patients a day to see, manage, chart, communicate with families and nurses…not very practical. I’ve been an RN for 12 years and I’m just unhappy with so many things in the field. I’m glad you’ve accepted the game.

[@jmontoya7896]

Recommendations for lowering calcium levels if thats allowed here. Im so happy you have this forum!! Thank you

[@deefletcher1775]

Thank you for all you do. I love your videos ❤

[@drjeremylondon]

Glad you like them! Thank you for your support

[@xbritny]

I’m not a surgeon by any means lol , I am an EMT and I can’t agree more about knowing protocols but knowing when to use or not use it, and looking at your pt. A lot of new people in my branch don’t look at their pt or fully assess the pt. It was the best advice I’d received from the OG EMTS I’ve worked with. And it has helped me become better at my job especially in scenarios that are new for me.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you for your work as an EMT! So glad that resonated with you!

[@deniseblackburn33]

Thank you for all you do it matters so much ….;)❤And that is what I’ve always felt even before Covid…;)

[@jakedocking6638]

Great point about needing to approach situations with common sense as well as strong data. I think that’s applicable to many professional fields.

[@drjeremylondon]

I'm with you on that

[@yanik8]

Awesome!! Doc!

[@drjeremylondon]

Thanks!

[@s.n8094]

Do guide us always🙏

[@happilysmpl]

Hello Doctor. I watch your shorts regularly from India. Recently its all over the news that a young lady 26 yo died due to Overwork. She had a cardiac arrest. Its all over the news and I too was in such a situation where I was working as much as I could. But I used to take 9 hrs sleep. I hope you google it and throw some light on how sleep and pressure affects heart.

[@kurt6410]

I'd like to know your opinion on saturated fats and the heart and lchf diets like keto and carnivore? Thank you

[@charlessommers7218]

Thanks 👍

[@nancynelosn5830]

You are so personable.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much 🙌🏻

[@RZYE75378]

New sub❤❤ . Thank you for your hard work and dedication to your profession.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you so much for your support!

[@etheman80]

You are my idol, thanks for this!!

[@drjeremylondon]

You are too kind. Love to hear you enjoy the content!

[@yellowdayz1800]

Oh I love the side dish for your dinner. I choose to eat plant based. Gave in to some healthy eggs for a time.. And some dairy cheese. As it is no carbs. But mostly whole foods. I learned 7 years ago the importance for gut health and overall health and how we CAN avoid the diseases and cancers.. Wish I had known it my whole life.

[@LiliAquinas]

Are you aware that a plant based diet has lots of carbs? There's definitely protein as well, and healthy fats, especially when you use nuts/nut butters, and healthy fruits like avocados. No carbs is not conducive to a healthy body.

[@yellowdayz1800]

@@LiliAquinas the carbs from. Plants is not the same as carbs from junk foods.. Please.. I will do as I think is right.. As you will for your self. I am done with arguing.... I know the science backs this up. Not be be rude. Many drs are getting the same attitude.. That's OK.. You believe as you wish. I am with the many plant based whole food drs that are becoming more and more, much faster..

[@user-yn7on7ou8n]

All in the life of Jeremy. 🙂 Please take care of yourself. Thank you for some insight. You looked definitely more awake at 7 than 4. 😁

[@Pawnlust]

I hope to never need a heart surgeon but thank you!

[@drjeremylondon]

I hope you don't either, but you are welcome!

[@SnowPink90]

On September 18/24 I had double bypass surgery and when people ask me how it went, I say, it went very well, but I will never have another one done again because I don’t want go through having it done. Even if it means, all I have is eat ice for the rest of my life. But it has open my eyes to eating better. It doesn’t help that I’ve been a type 1 diabetic for 53 years. 😮😮😮

[@yellowdayz1800]

Sorry you have to put up with bad attitudes.. It isn't surprising. Take care. I love your wisdom. And how you made a life of helping others. ❤

[@drjeremylondon]

Cold exposure therapy. Lots of great resources here on KZbin. Look into it and I will do a future video on it!

[@CyberJoe78]

love The Daily Stoic!

[@drjeremylondon]

Ryan Holiday is the man!

[@vhosca]

Thank you Dr.

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you for watching!

[@yellowdayz1800]

I like to get up at 2:30 am and go to bed around 7:30 ish lol.. I learned it is better for the brain if we can. Can be more like 8:30 pm to 3:30 am etc of course. The brain cleans itself with a vacuum of its own.. When we sleep before midnight. Again, the deeper the sleep, the better here too. 🎉

[@penniroyal4398]

I keep a large stash of electrolyte packets in my pantry so I can add it to my water bottle. I use the powder just to flavor my water because i exercise de a lot daily. My step count is around 4-6 miles a day and I try and walk after most of my meals because it helps to keep me from feeling sluggish after eating!

[@trevorgwelch7412]

I go to KMH cardiolgy clinic every 6 months . I had a stent , do to a 99% blockage . I take Metoprolol. 🇨🇦

[@chickennugget3392]

Hey Doc do you have a spiritual life? Curious to know what your beliefs are and how they impact you in your daily life. If you feel comfortable sharing of course

[@sandyb9967]

God bless u

[@mariapadilla7501]

Welcome to my schedule. Most productive starting early.

[@drjeremylondon]

The early hours of the day are irreplaceable

[@watsonhall3002]

Now you know why Doctors are paid well.....good video.

[@drjeremylondon]

I appreciate the kind words

[@bethbaldoni8310]

Hello Dr. London! Enjoyed you video. I'll say what my dad said ( Who was at one time was the Chairman of the Board at a Hospital not a doc) If all else fails punt)

[@andie361]

Yes, I was actually tearing up listening to you talk about listening to the patient and not protocol. I am a cardiac patient(putting it mildly, lol) and ICU has almost unalived me twice because they weren’t listening to me. Low blood pressure, sodium and H&H in the tank. They did exactly what they’re supposed. Stopped heart meds(diuretics included) and started pumping me full of fluids. I told him my body is not going to like this. Did I mention one of my heart issues is CHF? Give you one guess what happened within 3 days. He gave me the whole we treat numbers in the icu and there’s protocol. My cardiologist had to come in and kick some butt(figuratively, lol). I was livid.

[@marybethelster1642]

I had triple bypass two months ago at 55. Not an easy recovery.

[@carlestridge423]

Doctor i have heart rate from 50 To 90. Just started .i was dehydrating will that cause the problem

[@tigerjazz61]

Tons of props and thumbs up for you Dr! I just have a couple things I may disagree with you on. Have you ever heard of Dr. Ovadia?

[@ohkreally8913]

It sounds like you practice medicine with great wisdom.

[@Hulkdad43]

Doc, just got back CT scan results and they said my calcium score is 148. I’m 43 carry lot of muscle mass use to be bodybuilder used a lot of steroids but only TRT now. I try to eat healthy, very active and work outside year round. Should I be worried? Also just quit drinking alcohol. Thank you!

[@HabibeBoyraz-hg2nk]

Defınıtely bed sıde manners are important to understand patıents' concerns and the symptoms of the illness they could not express. God bless you.

[@drjeremylondon]

Amen

[@LesterBenz]

Jeremy, i was addicted to Adderall and meth for 3 years in my 20s. Im now 35 months clean and don't drink or smoke. Im in great shape and eat healthy. Will my heart be fine? I can run 7 miles in one hour without feeling winded.

[@211212112]

Lvl 1 data is a starting point, but not everything. This is where having a wise doctor really pays dividends.

[@CookingwithRegina]

Hi Dr London! Great video! Question: Can a severe Vitamin B-12 deficiency cause issues with the heart? Thanks! God Bless you!

[@strawberryplains5029]

My favorite social media cardiologist! Can I ask what do you read and do you pray?

[@drjeremylondon]

Thank you for the support!

[@warperone]

if you wake up at 0400am, when do you go to bed and how many hrs sleep to do our to get per night ?

[@drjeremylondon]

I'm in bed around 8:30-9:00pm every night

[@Ahdbfbfbeh]

Do you do both abdominal and thoracic dissections?

[@moala8499]

Good morning sir from Doha It's 3:30am Doha time Have a nice day !

[@drjeremylondon]

Same to you!

[@alouiciousjackson5812]

I worked as a nurse for 20 years in a variety of settings. Resident physicians are often the most difficult to work with because they know it all. Lots of knowledge and very little experience or wisdom.

[@jeanneshannon5607]

Firefighters too..get awakened all through the night..sometimes get held over