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📩 Get Dr. Vonda's insights Want to understand what's happening in your body — and what to do next? Each week, Dr. Vonda shares science-backed guidance on strength, bone health, muscle, and longevity — the same way she speaks to her patients. Clear. Practical. No noise. 👉 Join the newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3& Dr. Ami Bhatt, a Yale-trained cardiologist and Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology, joins me to unpack heart disease in women, from baseline labs at 18 to pregnancy as a stress test to what estrogen loss does to the heart in perimenopause. We also cover missed symptoms, statins, and how to prepare for a cardiology visit. What we explore: - Heart disease in women: why it's the #1 killer and largely preventable - Cholesterol screening: why baseline testing should start at 18 - Lipoprotein(a): the hidden risk factor, and who's most affected - Pregnancy and heart health: preeclampsia as a predictor of future risk - Women's heart attack symptoms: why they're missed and how they differ from men's - Perimenopause and cardiovascular risk: estrogen, weight, and vascular stiffness - Statins for women: safety, side effects, and separating myth from data - Heart-healthy habits: walking, movement breaks, and non-negotiables - Cardiologist visits: how to prepare and advocate for yourself About Dr. Ami Bhatt: Dr. Ami Bhatt is the Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology, a cardiologist, and a digital health strategist. A global health leader and national systems architect, she's known for designing real-world health systems that blend digital tools, clinical insight, and human needs. Connect with Dr. Amy Bhatt: Website: https://dramibhatt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dramibhatt/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dramibhatt/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/DramiBhatt Watch Dr. Ami Bhatt's TedX: 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZKZ4-ryQXE Timestamps 00:00 Intro 04:15 Heart Disease Kills More Women Than All Cancers 07:11 How Early Should You Start Preventing Heart Disease 11:04 Why You Should Know Your Own Numbers 17:59 Heart Attack Symptoms Women Often Miss 22:07 How to Advocate for the Right Heart Tests 28:26 Why Pregnancy Is a Stress Test for Your Heart 33:14 What Preeclampsia Means for Your Future Heart 37:04 How Dropping Estrogen Affects Your Heart Health 42:23 Why No Symptoms Doesn't Mean No Risk 50:03 How to Prepare for Your Cardiologist Appointment 53:01 Do You Really Need to Be on a Statin 57:47 Simple Daily Habits That Protect Your Heart 1:02:43 The Future of Wearables and Heart Disease Detection 1:05:51 Know Your Numbers, Advocate for Your Heart 🧴 OneSkin Target visible aging at the source with OneSkin's clinically proven OS-01 Peptide. 👉 Get 15% off with code DRVONDA at https://oneskin.co/DRVONDA 🎤 Women's Health Conversations 2026 Three days of world-class speakers, wellness activations, and 1,000+ women choosing themselves. Join us this November. 👉 Grab your spot: https://theunbreakablelifestyle.com/whc-2026 🧠 Start your Unbreakable journey Most women are never given a clear plan for how to stay strong as they age. The Unbreakable Lifestyle is where that changes. This is the home of Dr. Vonda's method — built from 20+ years of clinical work and designed for real life. Inside: Unbreakable Assessment — know exactly where you stand Training plans — build muscle, protect bone, improve performance AI Dr. Vonda — get answers and guidance anytime Community — women committed to staying strong and engaged Exclusive education — what actually works, all in one place This is not another program. This is how you build strength — with direction. 👉 Join the Unbreakable Lifestyle: https://www.theunbreakablelifestyle.com/ 🦴 Build stronger bones Bone loss starts earlier than you think — and speeds up in midlife. Dr. Vonda's Unbreakable Bone Health formula supports bone density, strength, and long-term skeletal health with clinically researched ingredients. Foundational. Not optional. 👉 Shop now: https://shop.drvondawright.com/ Read the book Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power A clear, science-backed roadmap to building strength, supporting your body, and taking control of how you age. Get your copy: https://www.theunbreakablelifestyle.com/unbreakable-book 🧬 About Dr. Vonda Wright Dr. Vonda Wright is an orthopedic sports surgeon and leading expert in women's health and longevity. For over 20 years, she has helped women build muscle, strengthen bone, and extend their health span — with science, not guesswork. Her mission is simple: help women age with power. 🔗 Connect with Dr. Vonda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/ Substack: https://drvondawright.substack.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drvondawright LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonda-wright-md-ms-2803374 Website: http://www.drvondawright.com/