Boston Heart Disease Consultation
A Heart Health Education & Patient Advocacy Organization
Curing Heart Disease, LLC is an evidence-based education and patient advocacy organization dedicated to helping individuals better understand cardiovascular health. We provide educational coaching and advocacy support designed to complement — not replace — licensed medical care. Our mission is to make state-of-the-art scientific information accessible, understandable, and actionable so patients can engage in informed discussions with their healthcare providers.
The Program
Program Goals
Curing Heart Disease, LLC is a Massachusetts-based organization committed to translating the best available cardiovascular science into clear, practical information for the public.
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide. Scientific research continues to evolve rapidly, yet many patients struggle to interpret conflicting or incomplete information about prevention, treatment, medications, procedures, lifestyle interventions, and risk assessment.
Our goal is to:
- Present current, peer-reviewed cardiovascular science in understandable language
- Clarify the role of lifestyle, medications, and risk-reduction strategies
- Help individuals prepare informed questions for their physicians
- Promote thoughtful, evidence-based decision-making
We do not diagnose, prescribe, or manage medical treatment. Instead, we serve as an educational resource and patient advocate, helping individuals better understand the scientific landscape surrounding heart disease.
Founder’s Perspective
Dr. Peter Megdal, Founder and Executive Director, created Curing Heart Disease, LLC after personally navigating complex cardiovascular treatment decisions, including undergoing a coronary stent procedure that he later questioned.
His experience underscored a critical issue: many patients lack access to clear, unbiased explanations of their options.
Through this organization, he seeks to ensure patients:
- Understand risk and benefit in context
- Recognize that medical decisions are individualized
- Feel empowered to engage constructively with their healthcare teams
Educational Resources
Within our website, you will find:
- Educational articles
- Recorded lectures
- Scientific discussions
- Case analyses
- Evidence reviews
All materials are provided free of charge to promote public understanding of cardiovascular health.
Workshops and Lectures
Curing Heart Disease, LLC hosts educational workshops and lectures focused on:
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
- Cholesterol and lipid management
- Lifestyle interventions
- Nutrition science
- Emerging cardiovascular therapies
- Understanding medical procedures
Workshops are offered both online and in community settings including universities, medical centers, and community organizations.
All programming is educational in nature and does not constitute medical advice.
Research and Funding
In addition to public education, Curing Heart Disease, LLC supports clinical and translational research aimed at improving cardiovascular outcomes.
Funding may be awarded to:
- Universities
- Research institutes
- Hospitals
- Investigators conducting peer-reviewed cardiovascular research
Applications are reviewed by a committee of qualified physicians and researchers. Funding amounts vary based on available resources.
If you would like to support cardiovascular research, we welcome your contribution.
Stay Informed
Visit our blog for ongoing discussions of:
- New research findings
- Cardiovascular risk factors
- Preventive strategies
- Clinical trial updates
- Emerging therapies
Our Philosophy
We are committed to:
- Scientific integrity
- Evidence-based analysis
- Transparency
- Respect for the physician–patient relationship
- Empowering informed dialogue
We believe better understanding leads to better questions — and better questions lead to better healthcare conversations.