Dr. Natalie Bodmer, member of the ACE editorial board, joins Dr. Adam Striker to discuss new guidelines regarding the perioperative cardiovascular management of patients undergoing noncardiac surgery (NCS). Learn about optimal timing of elective or time-sensitive NCS for prior percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Topics include the management of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), what researchers have learned, and more. Recorded September 2025.
Natalie Bodmer, MD, is a clinical assistant professor, cardiac anesthesiologist and an associate program director at Stanford University. Dr. Bodmer is dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes, with a particular focus on perioperative optimization for high-risk patients. She completed a combined residency in internal medicine and anesthesia, equipping her with a unique perspective on managing complex cardiac cases. In her role as associate program director for both the cardiac anesthesia fellowship and the anesthesia residency, Dr. Bodmer actively contributes to curriculum development and assessment, ensuring the highest standards of education for future anesthesiologists. When she’s not in the operating room or focusing on education, Dr. Bodmer enjoys engaging in discussions about innovative practices in anesthesia and the critical role of comprehensive training in improving patient care.
Date of last update: October 6, 2025