Heart of a Woman Conference

Two female medical residents talk to Dr. Martha Gulati.

Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States, yet many women are unaware of their risk factors and potential symptoms, which differ from those of men. Increased awareness is key to preventing heart problems. Thus, Heart of a Woman is designed to educate women about the gender-specific symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease and how women can proactively improve their own heart health. Attendees can customize the experience with small-group breakout sessions in the afternoon.

Target Audience

Women, nurses, allied health professionals, general public

Learning Objectives

By the end of this activity, the learner should be able to:
  • To understand the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical presentation of cardiovascular disease in women
  • To identify the risk factors for cardiovascular disease and how they may be different in women and their lifestyles
  • To review the current treatments for cardiovascular disease and how they may need to be tailored differently
Upcoming Events

The 2025 Heart of a Woman Conference will take place on February 7, 2025
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