Description:

In this compelling episode of the Heart Failure Beat, join hosts Michael Beasley, MD and Priya Umapathi, MD and an esteemed panel of experts, including Dr. Eileen Hsich, Dr. Anu Lala, and Dr. Ilan Goldenberg, for discussion on sex differences in heart failure. Explore risk factors, diagnostic disparities, and therapeutic responses, featuring insights on CRT, ARNI, and MRA benefits in women. Our panel emphasizes inclusive research and actionable strategies to advance heart failure care.

Guest and Host Names:
Hosts: Michael Beasley, MD and Priya Umapathi, MD
Guests: Eileen Hsich, MD, FHFSA, Anuradha Lala-Trindad, MD, Ilan Goldenberg, MD 

Access Podcast Episode:
https://hfsa.org/heart-failure-beat-understanding-sex-differences-heart-failure-clinical-insights-and-treatment-gaps

 

Chapters and Guests

 

Chapter 1: Understanding Sex Differences in Heart Failure

00:43-8:10

Eileen Hsich, MD, FHFSA discusses underscoring the need for heightened awareness among clinicians. Meanwhile, Anuradha Lala-Trindade (Anu Lala), MD addresses underdiagnosis challenges.

 

Chapter 2: Treatment Responses and Clinical Trials

8:15-20:49

The panel also explores the therapeutic implications of these differences. “Women derive greater benefits from CRT, particularly with non-ischemic cardiomyopathy,” notes Ilan Goldenberg, MD, advocating for inclusive device trials.

 

Chapter 3: Advancing Research and Addressing Disparities

20:50 - End

As heart failure care evolves, these expert perspectives highlight the urgent need for tailored strategies and inclusive clinical research to optimize outcomes for all patients.