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Dr. Jayne Morgan on Women’s Heart Health and Menopause
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Did you know heart disease is the number one killer of women, often going undetected due to subtle symptoms? In this episode, Dr. Jayne Morgan, a leading cardiologist, shares her insights into how menopause impacts cardiovascular health and how women can advocate for themselves in a system often biased against them.
Join Dr. Rahman as she sits down with Dr. Jayne Morgan, a renowned cardiologist passionate about addressing healthcare disparities. They delve into how heart disease uniquely affects women, especially during menopause, and the importance of understanding cardiovascular risks.
Dr. Morgan sheds light on the racial disparities in healthcare, the systemic biases that impact women of color, and the importance of clinical trials that include women. This episode also explores preventive measures, the role of hormone therapy, and how women can better advocate for their health.
Highlights:
- Heart Disease in Women – Why it’s the #1 killer and how symptoms are often missed.
- Menopause and Heart Health – The link between menopause, estrogen, and cardiovascular disease.
- Bias in Clinical Trials – How underrepresentation in trials impacts women and minorities.
- Navigating Healthcare Bias – Tips for women, especially women of color, to find the right care.
- The Role of Hormone Therapy – Can it prevent heart disease, and how should it be approached?
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Guest Bio
Dr. Jayne Morgan is an accomplished Cardiologist and Vice President of Medical Affairs at Hello Heart, with a strong focus on Women’s Health. She has extensive experience in cardiovascular research and is a recognized advocate for health equity, particularly in increasing minority participation in clinical trials. Dr. Morgan has held leadership positions at Piedmont HealthCare, where she led community health education efforts and the Covid Task Force. She is also well known for her social media series, The Stairwell Chronicles, which provides accessible medical information.
Dr. Morgan has received numerous accolades, including the NAACP Award and the National Women's Empowerment Award, and is a recognized expert on CNN and Scripps News. She holds an adjunct associate professor role at Morehouse School of Medicine and serves on various advisory boards, including Pfizer and Novartis. Her pioneering work in cardiovascular research, clinical trials, and women's health has made her a respected voice in the medical community.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Morgan is also a certified Pilates enthusiast, promoting overall wellness in and out of the clinic.
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