Our heart specialists have extensive expertise diagnosing and treating women's heart disease. We understand that heart disease affects more women than men, and we are dedicated to educating, diagnosing and caring for women who face a heart condition. In addition to our world-class heart treatments, we offer a heart disease prevention program, cardio-obstetrics care and cardio-oncology guidance:
In the United States, 50 percent of maternal fatality is associated with cardiovascular conditions. Our experts at Sentara have also noted a growing number of pregnant women experiencing heart conditions. With concern, we created a coordinated care program with Sentara Cardiology Specialists and Eastern Virginia Medical School Maternal Fetal Medicine to assist our patients. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care to mothers and mothers-to-be who have cardiovascular disease.
Our program features:
- Pregnancy planning
- Enhanced prenatal care
- Integrated, cross-specialty birth planning
- Enhanced post-delivery follow up
Chemotherapy and radiation of the chest can cause heart complications - even years after treatment. Many women also have undiagnosed heart issues before starting cancer treatment, which can worsen heart disease.
Sentara's cardio-oncologists regularly monitor you before, during and after cancer treatment. They work with your cancer doctors to create a personalized plan that effectively treats the cancer and heart issues. Learn more about cardio-oncology.
Call 1-800-SENTARA (1-800-736-8272) to learn more.