Today, Dr.Nicole Harkin, a board-certified cardiologist, shares her thoughts on common types of heart diseases, their symptoms, how to prevent them, and why it’s the leading cause of mortality for both men and women in the United States.Tune in to learn more!Key takeaways to listen forBenefits of evidence-based whole-person telemedicine servicesCardiologist: Definition, scope and common intervention  Common types of heart diseasesNon- invasive heart diagnostic procedures and its interpretationMost common risk factor of heart diseases for womenWhat is Broken Heart Syndrome and how to prevent it HDL Cholesterol vs. LDL Cholesterol  Resources mentioned in this episode161: Lifestyle Modifications To Optimize Health with Dr. Melissa Mondala162: Healthy Eating Guide In Today's World with Dr. Monique MayAbout Dr. Nicole Harkin Nicole Harkin, MD, FACC is a preventive cardiologist board certified in  Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and  Clinical Lipidology. After graduating from Boston University School of  Medicine, she attended Columbia University for Internal Medicine residency  and New York University for Cardiology fellowship. After 5 years of  traditional private practice cardiology in New York City, she founded Whole  Heart Cardiology, a preventive telecardiology practice that provides cardiac  optimization through precision and lifestyle medicine. She is passionate  about preventing heart disease through healthful, sustainable lifestyle  changes. She proudly serves on the American Society for Preventive  Cardiology Nutrition Working Group and the American College of  Cardiology California Chapter Prevention Committee. She is also a  member of the National Lipid Association. She sees patients in NY, CA, and  FL through her private practice Whole Heart Cardiology and Planted  Forward. She currently lives with her family in San Francisco, CA. When  not doctoring, she spends the majority of her time with her three young  children. Website: Whole Heart CardiologyFacebook: Whole Heart Cardiology LinkedIn: Nicole Harkin, MD Instagram:@nicoleharkinmd Email: drharkin@wholeheartcardiology.comConnect with UsWebsite: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsYouTube channel: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsPodcast: Healthy Lifestyle Solutions PodcastFollow Us on Our Social Media Channels:Facebook Group: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsInstagram: @maya_hls_podcastTwitter: @Maya_HLSpodcastPodinbox: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsSupport the show