Women’s Heart Health With Maria Duca, MD, Virtua Health
Nicole Michalik and Marisa Magnatta discuss women’s heart health with Maria Duca, MD, Virtua Health.
Maria Duca, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in caring for women with cardiovascular disease. A graduate of Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Dr. Duca brings extensive experience to her practice. She has a special interest in women’s heart health and co-founded Virtua’s WomenHeart program, which offers support and information to women with heart disease.
Dr. Duca’s patients praise her attentiveness, thoroughness, welcoming demeanor, and genuine commitment to their well-being.
Nicole and Marisa also spoke with Lynn Niblick, a patient of Dr. Duca. She is a WomenHeart Support group facilitator and cardiac patient. WomenHeart provides peer support to other women with heart disease.
Heart disease isn’t just a concern for men—it’s the leading cause of death in U.S. women. Virtua’s heart specialists, including a team of female cardiologists, are experts in the diagnosis, unique symptoms, and treatment of heart disease in women.
It’s important to learn the risk factors, medical issues, and family history that can contribute to heart disease—and what you can do to prevent it.
Some of the topics discussed include:
- What is your approach to treating patients with cardiovascular disease?
- How can we stay heart-healthy?
- What advice would you give to patients living with heart disease?
- Can you tell us about your relationships with patients like Lynn?
- When should patients seek care? How do they find the right provider?
- What brought you to seek care at Virtua Health?
- How did you meet Dr. Duca?
- Can you describe the importance of finding the right care?
- What advice would you give to others about your healthcare journey?
- What is your life like after treatment for heart disease?
Women’s Heart Health with Maria Duca, MD, Virtua Health
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