MD Insider provides a unique inside look into medical conditions and treatments to uncover ground-breaking advances that are truly transforming healthcare. The series features insight from acclaimed cardiologist, Dean Kereiakes, MD, breaking down exciting innovations and treatments available right here in the Tristate. In this episode, he discusses specialized heart care for women with Odayme Quesada, MD, Medical Director of the Women’s Heart Center at The Christ Hospital, and Shree Lata Radhakrishnan, MD, a cardiologist with the Women’s Heart Center.
Dr. Kereiakes: Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. However, women often have unique risk factors and symptoms that require more specialized care to prevent, diagnose, and treat their heart conditions. The Christ Hospital is not only Greater Cincinnati's Heart Hospital, but also one of the nation's top 50 heart hospitals, as well as the region's first and only Women's Heart Center dedicated specifically to the care of heart disease in women. Our comprehensive women's heart program includes cutting edge research, community outreach, and education.
Dr. Quesada: The Christ Hospital Women's Heart Center has filled an important void in women's heart care in Cincinnati, becoming one of the fastest growing women's heart centers in the country. We specialize in heart diseases that predominantly affect women and heart disease prevention. That is why I'm so excited to welcome Doctor Sri Lata Radha Christian to our women's heart center.
Dr. Radhakrishnan: Watching my family struggle with heart disease inspired me to go into medicine, focusing on preventive cardiology across the for women's lifespan. Women with symptoms such as chest pain are often dismissed and told it is not heart related, but we have the tools and expertise to properly diagnose women and provide the care they deserve.
Dr. Kereiakes: If you need a second opinion for women's heart health or other heart care, call 513-450-4007 or visit thechristhospital.com\SecondOpinion.