Let's Talk About Women's Heart Health
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer for women and medical Gaslighting can prevent women from receiving the care they urgently need.
HER HEALTHX hostes this engaging panel with medical experts and patients who shared their heart health stories and actions you can take to improve health outcomes.
Real Patient Stories
Medical Gaslighting Story
Saraa Basaria shares her experience with a life changing heart situation. Initially, her symptoms were dismissed as stress from the work she did. Her age played a role in healthcare providers not taking her symptoms seriously and doing diagnostic testing.
As a result, Saraa nearly didn't survive "I was airlifted in critical condition. It was terrifying." She shares what it was like living with an LVAD and why you must "Trust your instincts and push for thorough examinations."
Reflecting on her journey and recovery, she adds, "Despite the grim prognosis, my determination and the support of my medical team and family helped me manage my condition."
We are so happy that Saraa's condition has improved and she no longer needs an LVAD.
Patty Jassak, MS, RN, CHCP, FACEhp talks about her brother's heart health scare, which reinforced her commitment to preventive care. "My brother's experience was a wake-up call for me. It made me realize how crucial it is to be vigilant about our heart health."
Disrupting Patient Care
Simin Gharib Lee is changing the way women experience healthcare by giving women group visits combined with nutrition and 1:1 breakouts with physicians.
"Group health visits offer a unique opportunity for patients to learn from each other’s experiences and support one another through shared health challenges.
These visits allow for a more interactive and comprehensive approach to care, where patients can ask questions, receive immediate feedback, and gain a deeper understanding of their health conditions.
In a group setting, patients often feel more empowered and engaged, which can lead to better health outcomes and a stronger sense of community among participants."-Dr. Simin Lee
Impacting Women's Health
Priya Bathija Founder + CEO Nyoo Health provides insights on why it is so important to advocate for our health.
"We are dedicated to empowering women with the knowledge and tools they need to manage their heart health.
Through our partnership with HER HEALTHX we aim to raise awareness and provide essential resources for women's heart health.
Community partnerships are vital in addressing health disparities and improving access to care for women." -Priya Bathija
Natalie Benamou, MBA President of HER HEALTHX shares her mother's story about being part of the 50% of women who don't survive past 5 years after a heart attack.
Thank you to our panel for sharing your stories and making an incredible impact for women's health!
Featured Speakers:
Priya Bathija, Founder + CEO of Nyoo Health
Dr. Simin Lee is Founder of Systole Health
Saraa Basaria Associate Director, Employment Counsel, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Patty Jassak MS, RN, CHCP, FACEhp, Associate Vice President, Educational Strategy for Oncology, HMP Education
Natalie Benamou, Founder and President, HER HEALTHX
This event is sponsored by HerCsuite® and Nyoo Health.
*According to an NIH study: Women wait 16 minutes longer in the ER than men when presenting heart symptoms (pubmed.ncbi.nl...)
7 сен 2024
