Dr. Alvarez with her son, daughter, husband, and two dogs sitting on the porch. Heart disease prevention saves lives!

Heart Disease Early Intervention for Women: The Gift You Give Yourself

Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in America, but these deaths are preventable. Learn how NitzaMD empowers women to take charge of their health.

Dr. Alvarez wears a scrub cap that reads Just Saving Lives, NBD. A heart screening could save your life!

What is a Heart Screening? What Every Woman Should Know

Heart disease is the number one health threat for American women, yet many don’t realize they’re at risk. Learn more about heart screenings with NitzaMD.

Stress? Really, Mom? Stress?

My own mother is now part of the group of mothers diagnosed with a cardiac condition. Despite having me as her daughter, and having read my book (granted, she read the Spanish version), she never mentioned to me any…

Dr. Nitza Alvarez stands on a road in scrubs with her arms crossed confidently as an advocate for women’s health

Women & Pain: How to Be Taken Seriously at the Doctor’s Office

Knowledge truly is power when it comes to seeking treatment at the doctor’s office. Let’s talk about how women can get the help they need for pain and heart disease.

Dr. Alvarez, a woman cardiologist, smiles confidently in scrubs, ready to answer questions about women’s blood pressure

Women’s Blood Pressure FAQs: Answering Your Questions

Women’s bodies are unique—even when it comes to our blood pressure. Dr. Alvarez is here to answer women’s questions about heart health.

Dr. Alvarez, a women’s cardiologist, sits on a white chair in a field of spring plants

How to Lower Cholesterol 101: Spring Cleaning for Your Arteries

Let’s take a top-down look at what cholesterol is, what makes it good or bad, and what women can do to improve their overall heart health.

Dr. Alvarez raises her arms and smiles for American Heart Month, spotlighting women’s heart disease

American Heart Month: Spotlight on Women’s Heart Health

For American Heart Month, we’re looking at the cardiac health of US women, including tips for how to make sure you are heard, healed, and taken seriously.