IN the United States alone, 1 in 4 women dies from heart disease. Fortunately, the death rate for heart disease is declining steadily due to education and advanced medical care - but not quickly enough. Understanding the basics of the disease can potentially be lifesaving.
Cardiologist Dr. James Beckerman, MD explains what heart disease is, hones in on prevention, and helps women manage and understand their conditions.
Understanding Heart Disease in Women
Featured Speaker:
James Beckerman, MD, FACC is a cardiologist with the Providence Heart and Vascular Institute in Portland, Oregon and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He recently chaired the Oregon Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and is the team cardiologist for the Portland Timbers Major League Soccer Team. He is a member of the clinical advisory board at WebMD Health Services and serves on the advisory board of Fitness Magazine. He is the author of The Flex Diet.
James Beckerman, MD
James Beckerman, MD, FACC is a cardiologist with the Providence Heart and Vascular Institute in Portland, Oregon and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He recently chaired the Oregon Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and is the team cardiologist for the Portland Timbers Major League Soccer Team. He is a member of the clinical advisory board at WebMD Health Services and serves on the advisory board of Fitness Magazine. He is the author of The Flex Diet.