Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Available courses, certification information, and the latest educational opportunities for practitioners interested in beginning or continuing their careers in a cardiometabolic subspecialty with emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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News Digest
The latest industry news, CMHC Pulse Blogs and Cardiometabolic Chronicle articles related to cardiometabolic health and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM): Essential Insights for Pregnancy and Across the LifespanÂ
Discover the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) during pregnancy and across the lifespan, and why HbA1C and blood figure sticks are outdated!
Association of Depression and Poor Mental Health With Cardiometabolic Disease in WomenÂ
Dive into the intersection of mental health and cardiometabolic disease in women.
Championing Change: Celebrating Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Women Faculty
It’s Women’s History Month, and now, more than ever before, we are at a tipping point. There is increased cognizance of gender inequality and the
3 Powerful Strategies: Combatting Cardiometabolic Risk Factors for Black AmericansÂ
This February the intersection of American Heart Health Month and Black History Month underscores the deeply profound and layered legacy of health inequality in America—which,
Cardiometabolic Health Congress Becomes First Organization to Offer Certification in Cardiometabolic Health
Learners who complete the Foundations of Cardiometabolic Health Certificate Course offered by Cardiometabolic Health Congress are now eligible to sit for a certification exam to
National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Fatima Rodriguez
Cardiometabolic Health Congress faculty member, Fátima Rodriguez, MD, MPH, has committed much of her clinical and research efforts to reducing health disparities in Hispanic-American communities.
Women’s Masterclass 2024: Event Recap
The 2024 Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass took place on April 18-20, 2024, at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa in Dana Point, California. The
Day 4 Nightly News: 18th Annual CMHC
On Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) celebrated the final day of its 18th Annual Conference, Social Determinants and Digital Advances in Cardiorenal
Day 3 Nightly News: 18th Annual CMHC
The third day of Social Determinants and Digital Advances in Cardiorenal Metabolic Health, the 18th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC), delivered insights on selecting and
Day 2 Nightly News: 18th Annual CMHC
The cardiorenal metabolic education continued on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, when the 18th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) launched its second day of sessions at
Day 1 Preconference Nightly News: 18th Annual CMHC
On Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) returned to the Boston Park Plaza for the 18th Annual Conference, Social Determinants and Digital Advances
Clinical Brief: The Disproportionate Burden of ATTR-CM in African Americans
This clinical brief was developed by Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) and supported by an educational grant from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Click Here to claim up
Women’s Masterclass 2023: Event Recap
The 2023 Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass took place on Aug. 17-20, 2023, at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa in Dana Point,
Day 1: Women’s Masterclass Nightly News
The 2023 Women’s Cardiometabolic Health and Wellness Masterclass began on Thursday, Aug. 17 at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa in Dana Point, California.
AAPI Heritage Month Webinar RECAP
On Thursday, May 25, 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) proudly welcomed Dr. Kris Vijay, president of the Innovative Cardiometabolic Center in Phoenix, to host a
Black History Month Webinar Recap
Were you one of the forward-thinking providers in attendance for the Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) webinar, Accelerating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Cardiometabolic Health? In
Faculty Spotlight: Keith C. Ferdinand, MD
In recognition of Black History and Women’s History Months in February and March 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) hosted a one-hour virtual experience to address
Faculty Spotlight: James R. Gavin III, MD, PhD
In recognition of Black History and Women’s History Months in February and March 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) hosted a one-hour virtual experience to address
Faculty Spotlight: Rachel M. Bond, MD
In recognition of Black History and Women’s History Months in February and March 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) hosted a one-hour virtual experience to address
Dr. Keith C. Ferdinand Receives Living Legends Award
On Jan. 13th, 2023, Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) faculty member Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, was awarded the Living Legends Award from the Southern University at
Webinar Recap: Dr. Streed on LGBTQ Cardiovascular Health
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022, many providers tuned into the virtual webinar from Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) and Carl J. Streed, Jr., MD, MPH. In
Gender Equality is Health Equality with Carl G. Streed, Jr., MD, MPH
For more than a decade, Carl G. Streed, Jr., MD, MPH, physician and assistant professor of medicine at Boston University School of Medicine, has been
Expert Highlights and Perspectives
A cache of recorded faculty presentations addressing the diagnosis, clinical management, treatment, and emerging strategies related to cardiometabolic health and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
CAD and PAD Management in Women- Recap from Women Masterclass 2024
Watch Drs. Morris and Barnes discuss the burden and management of CAD and PAD in Women.
(Recorded April 20, 2024)
Optimizing Heart Failure Outcomes in Women
Description: Drs. Morris and Reza discuss gender-specific strategies and best practices to enhance patient care and outcomes.
(Recorded April 20, 2024)
MASH Management in Women
In this insightful video, Dr. Green delves into the effective management of MASH (Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis) in women. Tune in to learn more about how to take control of MASH and improve your patient’s health.
(Recorded April 19, 2024)
Pre-pregnancy Risk in CV Patients​
Tune in for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Morris and Dr. Khan as they explore the risks and considerations for cardiovascular patients planning a pregnancy. Learn about the critical factors, potential complications, and essential precautions to ensure a safe and healthy journey to parenthood.
(Recorded April 19, 2024)
Challenges and Advances in the Management of Severe Hypertriglyceridemia in Women
Join us as Dr. Morris and Dr. Khan discuss the management of hypertriglyceridemia, its risk factors, symptoms, and potential complications. Learn about the management of this condition and how it impacts cardiovascular health. Don’t miss this insightful conversation!
(Recorded April 19, 2024)
Women's Masterclass 2024 Recap: ASCVD Risks in Women
Tune in to hear our esteemed faculty Drs. Christie Ballantyne, Peter Libby, and Steven Nissen as they delve into the heightened risk of ASCVD in women during CMHC Women Masterclass 2024.
(Recorded on April 19, 2024)
Resiliency & Professional Career Development
A stimulating conversation between our co-chair Pamela Morris, MD and Michelle W. Chestovich, MD, a famous physician life coach on resiliency and physician burn-out.
(Recorded on April 19, 2024)
Depression and Cardiovascular Diseases in Women
Pamela B. Morris, MD and Erica Spatz, MD, MHS discuss the association of Depression and Poor Mental Health With Cardiovascular Disease, particularly in women.
(Recorded on April 18, 2024)
Lipid-Lowering in Women: Additional Perspectives
FACC, FAHA, FASE, FASPC
Watch Drs. Michos and Gianos recap the symposium at the 2023 Women Masterclass, as well as discuss additional clinical pearls on lipid-lowering therapy in women.
(Recorded September 2023)
Additional Insights on the Spectrum of LDL-C Lowering therapies and Efficacy in Women
Watch as Dr. Kohli discusses additional perspectives on statin and non-statin therapies and what can clinicians do better to lower LDL-C and optimize outcomes in women.
(Recorded September 2023)
Patient Story: Agnes' Journey
Agnes Czuchlewski, patient champion with WomenHeart, discusses her journey about living with heart disease and challenges she experienced in getting diagnosed and treated.
(Recorded September 2023)
Patient Story: Take Home Messages for Clinicians
Watch as patient champion Agnes Czuchlewski shares some important messages that she would like for clinicians to consider when taking care of women with cardiovascular disease or cardiovascular risk.
(Recorded September 2023)
Expert Perspectives: The Disproportionate Burden of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) in High-Risk African American Patients with Cardiometabolic Comorbidities
During this interview, Keith Ferdinand, MD, Larry Jackson II, MD, and Laura Ross, PAC-C discuss the current disparities in AF and practical ways how to approach them.
(Recorded 12/14/2022)
Future Directions in Heart Failure Â
Click to watch Drs. Taub, Greenberg, and Lala discuss additional pearls and perspectives on future directions in heart failure management.
(Recorded 10/25/2022)
Considerations for The Treatment of Heart Failure in Women
Click to watch Dr. Kittleson discuss additional considerations about the treatment of heart failure in women.
(Recorded 10/25/2022)
Cardiometabolic Health Disparities in Hispanic Americans
During this webinar, Veronica Vital, PhD. and Alexandra Salcedo, RDN discuss the disparities in cardiovascular and cardiometabolic risk factors in Hispanics, as well as the role of individualizing nutrition advice to help address some of these disparities.
(Recorded 10/8/2021)
Diabetes in Latino/Hispanic Americans
Presented by A. Enrique Caballero, MD from the 2020 CMHC Annual Meeting.
(Recorded 10/19/2020).
Racial and Ethnic Differences in Cardiometabolic Risk Factors and What They Mean for Your Practice
Presented by Carlos J. Rodriguez, MD from the 2020 CMHC Annual Meeting.
(Recorded 10/19/2020)
How Should You Counsel Patients Who Live in Food Deserts?
Presented by Alanna A. Morris, MD, MSc from the 2020 CMHC Annual Meeting.
(Recorded 10/19/2020)
Resources
A collection of resources related to cardiometabolic health and diversity, equity, and inclusion for both patients and provider education and connection.
- Treatment of HF
- Sex-Specific Considerations About Response to Common HF Therapies
- Important Considerations on HF Risk Factors & HF Presentation in Women
- Cardiometabolic Health Disparities in Hispanic Americans: Data, Perspectives, and the Role of Nutrition in Improving OutcomesÂ
- Looming Cardiometabolic Crisis: A Conversation About Race - Additional Resources and Suggested Readings
