Imagine that you are told you have "good" cholesterol and think you are doing fine only to learn that you have a 50% obstruction in your left anterior descending artery which is what leads to the widowmaker heart attack, which most people don't survive. Heart disease is the number one killer of women and that includes all cancers combined so why was this primary care doctor told there were no red flags? And, what can we learn from her experience? You'll hear the lab test that made her ask for further testing, including a scan that revealed the blockage. Dr. Nanos shares the tests, including blood tests you should request. And we discuss your risk factors when you hit menopause. This is a life changing conversation you don't want to miss. Share it with everyone you know. Dr. Georgine Nanos, MD, MPH is a board-certified family physician and the owner of Kind Health Group, a concierge primary care and accelerated TMS practice in the setting of a luxury medspa in California. Dr. Nanos holds a Bachelor's Degree from Colgate University, a Master's Degree in Public Health from Boston University, and a Doctor of Medicine Degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Nanos has been practicing medicine for over 20 years in San Diego and has expertise in treating a wide range of medical conditions in patients of all ages. She has been awarded and recognized by her peers as a Top Doctor of San Diego for over ten years. She is a medical contributor to numerous local and national TV, radio, and print media outlets.

KEY TOPICS

· Understanding Heart Disease: The #1 Killer of Women (0:00)

· How "Good" Cholesterol Almost Led to a Widowmaker (5:54)

· Why CCTA Is Essential for Detecting Dangerous Soft Plaque (10:12)

· Overcoming Insurance Barriers and Doctor Limitations in Testing (27:48)

· Estrogen's Role in Protecting Women's Cardiovascular Health (32:02)

· Trusting Your Intuition and Prioritizing Your Well-Being (37:58)

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