The Medical Fitness Podcast
Welcome to our podcast! Our goal is to provide you with principle and evidence-based content on all things related to exercise science, strength and conditioning, medical fitness, and building the bridge between medicine and fitness. Jeff Young, Thomas Hammett, and David Flench have a passion for and an expertise in connecting the fields of healthcare and fitness, and are excited to host industry leaders and subject matter experts for informative interviews, as well as occasionally bring you solo material. We hope you enjoy listening!
The Medical Fitness Podcast
Season 3, Episode 11 - Dr. Ritu Thamman
🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP! 🚨
How is digital health reshaping cardiac care—especially for women and underserved populations?
🎙️ On the latest episode of the Medical Fitness Podcast, we team up with the American Heart Association to bring you an insightful conversation with Dr. Ritu Thamman, cardiologist, digital health leader, and fierce advocate for women's heart health.
We discuss:
âś… Why digital tools are critical to improving access and outcomes
âś… How virtual cardiac rehab can close care gaps
✅ The unique barriers women face—and how asynchronous tech can help
✅ Why certifications like the AHA’s Digital Health in Cardiac Care are becoming essential for fitness pros
✅ The game-changing role of Life’s Essential 8 in prevention
🔓 Limited-time offer: Access the AHA's CPAHA Telehealth Certification FREE through June 30! → medicalfitness.org
đź’Ą Whether you're in-clinic or virtual, your role in prevention just got more powerful.
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👊 Keep changing lives. One heartbeat at a time.