In the intricate tapestry of our physiological functions, hormones play a pivotal role in maintaining overall health. Among them, estrogen stands out as a hormone with profound implications for cardiovascular well-being. Whereas it’s Heart Health Month, and I am passionate about this topic after decades of experience in the field of cardiology, as a bedside […]
In the intricate tapestry of our physiological functions, hormones play a pivotal role in maintaining overall health. Among them, estrogen stands out as a hormone with profound implications for cardiovascular well-being. Whereas it’s Heart Health Month, and I am passionate about this topic after decades of experience in the field of cardiology, as a bedside […]
On New Year’s Day, I was notified that a girlfriend of mine suffered a massive heart attack on Dec. 28th. She was in severe cardiogenic shock, requiring the heart-lung (ECMO) machine for two weeks, a mechanical ventilator for three weeks, dialysis, and has had strokes as well. While she is slowly recovery from this major […]
Hormones can protect the heart in numerous ways, yet many are still confused about whether they are safe or not. Well, guess what? Many healthcare providers are still confused. Today I’m going to take a stab at demystifying this for you. Estrogen Estrogen’s role in cardiovascular health is complex- whether young, premenopausal, or postmenopausal! What […]
Are you one of the 77% still in denial? Surveys by the American Heart Association show that only 50% of women know that heart disease is the leading cause of death. Yet only 13% said it was THEIR greatest risk. Are you one of the 77%? For over 22 years, I have been trying to […]
