Jodi admits she used to be angry with herself for not seeking medical attention sooner. Today, she is a vibrant advocate for other women, reminding us that we have lived in our bodies our entire lives—we know when something is…
Jodi’s journey didn't end with her heart. While sitting by the pool, she experienced a sudden "blank stare" and a headache that felt like her head was "cracking in half." Initially told by a provider to just take a migraine…
One of the most confusing moments in a woman’s cardiac journey is being told her tests are "normal" while she still feels unwell. When Jodi was rushed to the hospital in Lake County, her angiogram showed something unexpected: no blockages…
At NitzaMD, we often say that heart disease doesn’t discriminate, but many women still believe it only happens to "older" people or those who "look" like cardiac patients. Jodi Harter was in her early 40s—active, young, and by all accounts,…
Be the CEO of your own health and choose prevention over crisis—take our Are You At Risk? Quiz now and partner with a team that prioritizes your future. The statistics for aortic stenosis are frightening, but JoAnn’s story is one…
Don't let "feeling fine" or "getting older" mask a silent condition; visit NitzaMD.com today to learn how a proper cardiac evaluation can reveal what standard checkups miss. After JoAnn’s heart valve was replaced, she had a revelation: she had been…
If you’ve been told you have a heart murmur, don't leave your health to chance; book a specialized consultation in Leesburg at NitzaMD.com to understand your true risk. When JoAnn was told she had a heart murmur, her first thought…
Stop waiting for a symptom to appear and take ownership of your health today—schedule your comprehensive cardiac evaluation at NitzaMD.com. JoAnn didn't go to the doctor because she felt sick. In fact, she felt perfectly fine. Like many women in…
As a professional advocate for the deaf community, Patty has spent years navigating the healthcare system. She has seen the inside of more doctor’s offices than most, and she’s learned a vital lesson: a medical degree is only half the…
Our current medical system is often "old school"—it waits for you to get sick before it offers a solution. But as we discussed when we looked at why "feeling fine" isn't a strategy, heart disease claims more women's lives than…