Dr. Purvi Parwani: A Cardiologist's Guide to Women's Heart Health

Dr. Flora welcomes renowned cardiologist Dr. Purvi Parwani, director of the Women's Heart Clinic at Loma Linda University Health, for a deep dive into the often-misunderstood realm of women's cardiac health. They tackle the critical issue of how medical research, historically based on men, has often overlooked women's unique cardiac physiology and disease presentation. Dr. Parwani sheds light on the subtle ways women experience heart attacks and the biases that can lead to delayed diagnosis. They also delve into the significant impact of perimenopause and menopause on heart disease risk, stressing the importance of preventive care. If you are someone who needs actionable advice on nutrition, exercise, and how to empower yourself in the medical space... this one is for you!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dr. Purvi Parwani is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Loma Linda University and the Director of Echo Lab and Cardiac Imaging services at Loma Linda University Health. She obtained her medical degree from B.J. Medical College in India, then completed medical and cardiology training at the University of Connecticut Medical Center and the University of Oklahoma. She additionally completed a year of an advanced cardiovascular imaging fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. Her clinical and research interests include advanced cardiac imaging and women's cardiovascular disease. She is the immediate past chair and board member of the Society of CMR. She serves as a member of the ASE and ACC Imaging Leadership Council at the American College of Cardiology. She has contributed to multiple societal statements as an author and is on the guideline committee for a few incoming ACC/AHA guideline statements. She was awarded the 2020-2021 Woman of Distinction by the California legislature assembly, 40th Assembly District. Find her on Instagram!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------It's time to end the burnout cycle and start prioritizing YOU. Head over to Everae's website and book a FREE Discovery Call today!Join Dr. Flora every Wednesday with tips to feel unstuck from your rut. Follow @drflorasinha on Instagram to stay up to date!