Why choose Geisinger for women’s heart health?
Heart disease can affect women differently than men, with different symptoms, risk factors and timing. Our women's heart specialists provide care tailored to your needs, from prevention and screening to advanced treatment.
Here, your team diagnoses and treats a range of heart conditions using advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures. We build your care plan around your symptoms, health history and long-term goals, with input from cardiologists, vascular specialists and heart surgeons working together.
Locations in central and northeastern Pennsylvania mean experienced heart care is close to home — from routine screenings and advanced testing to ongoing follow-up.
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FAQs
What heart disease symptoms are common in women?
Heart disease symptoms in women may look different than in men — and they can develop up to 10 years later. Some women have chest pain, while others notice fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea or pain in the jaw, neck, back or shoulders.
If you notice symptoms that concern you, talk with your doctor about evaluation and testing.
What risk factors increase heart disease risk in women?
Several factors can increase the risk of developing heart disease in women, including:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Smoking
- Physical inactivity
- Obesity
- Family history of heart disease
- Pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia or gestational diabetes
- Menopause
- Long-term stress
Your care team can help you understand your personal risk factors and recommend screening or prevention strategies.
How do you diagnose heart conditions in women?
Women’s heart specialists use advanced testing and imaging to diagnose heart conditions and evaluate heart function.
Tests may include:
- Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
- Blood tests
- Chest X-ray
- Echocardiogram
- Stress testing
- Artery calcification testing
- Vascular screening
Your doctor may recommend additional testing based on your symptoms and medical history.
What treatments do you offer for women with heart disease?
Treatment depends on your condition, symptoms and overall heart health. Your care team may recommend lifestyle changes, medication, monitoring or advanced procedures.
Treatment options may include:
- Lifestyle changes
- Medication management
- Minimally invasive heart procedures
- Heart surgery
- Implantable defibrillators
- LVAD therapy
- Heart transplant
If you need a transplant, we’ll help coordinate your care at one of our collaborating transplant facilities.
Women’s heart health at Geisinger
Your women's heart specialists are with you at every stage of life — from your first screening to ongoing care for a complex condition.
- Trusted care, close to home: More women in central and northeastern Pennsylvania choose Geisinger for heart care — and with locations throughout the region, screenings, testing, treatment and follow-up are always within reach.
- Experienced team: Cardiologists, heart surgeons and vascular specialists work together on your diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Advanced treatment and outcomes: Your care team uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive procedures to support your long-term heart health.