# Cardiologists' knowledge and implementation of lifestyle counselling for cardiovascular disease prevention: A national survey

## TL;DR

This study finds that while cardiologists value lifestyle counseling for preventing heart disease, they often struggle to implement it due to time and resource issues.

## Contribution

The study identifies specific gaps and barriers in cardiologists' lifestyle counseling practices for cardiovascular disease prevention.

## Key findings

- Most cardiologists recognize the importance of lifestyle counseling for CVD prevention.
- Implementation gaps exist, especially in dietary and physical activity guidance.
- Barriers include time constraints, resource limitations, and concerns about patient compliance.

## Abstract

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading global cause of morbidity and mortality, with lifestyle modification playing a critical role
in prevention. This nationwide cross-sectional survey of 100 cardiologists assessed attitudes, practices and knowledge regarding
lifestyle counseling for CVD prevention. While most cardiologists recognized the importance of lifestyle counseling, gaps were evident
in its consistent implementation, particularly in areas like dietary guidance and physical activity promotion. Key barriers included
time and resource constraints and concerns about patient compliance. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions and
training to enhance the integration of lifestyle counseling into clinical practice, fostering a more comprehensive approach to CVD
prevention.