Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Cardio-Obstetrics Dr. Amanda Verma appeared on Fox 2 news segment STL Moms to raise awareness about cardiovascular issues effecting pregnancy as part of Heart Month coverage.
Dr. Verma provided information on some of the conditions that can occur during or after pregnancy, noting that the most common is high-blood pressure, or pre-eclampsia. She gave tips on what to do to stay heart healthy to prepare for a pregnancy, especially if a patient has a history of heart issues, and when a cardiology specialist may be needed.
Watch the full video here.