Dr. Susanne DeMeester

Dr. Susanne DeMeester, an Emergency Physician and cardiovascular section editor, delves into the critical issues surrounding women's heart health in sports. She discusses the alarming incidence of sudden cardiac arrest among female athletes and highlights gaps in research and representation. The conversation emphasizes unique risk factors like estrogen influence and the prevalence of conditions like Takotsubo syndrome. Dr. DeMeester calls for targeted cardiovascular screening and enhanced awareness to better protect women in high-intensity sports.