Healthcare is filled with technical terms that need their own dictionary. Clear and concise language can ensure that patients understand what a provider is telling them. Natalie Salvatore, DNP, MBA, RN, a nurse in the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, talks about medical jargon, the importance of clear communication and the most important thing you can do as a patient.

Cardiology is the study and treatment of disorders of the heart and the blood vessels. Many doctors specialize in areas within cardiology such as electrophysiology, imaging and prevention. Karlee Hoffman, DO, a cardiologist who specializes in heart failure, explains why you may need more than one cardiologist and the value of having a specialized team care for you.

Learn about the different specialties offered by the Tomsich Family Department of Cardiovascular Medicine. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/depts/cardiovascular-medicine#cardiovascular-specialties-tab

Women have unique healthcare needs. Experts from the Women's Cardiovascular Center in the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic share their advice.

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Leslie Cho, MD, Cardiologist, Director, Cleveland Clinic’s Women’s Cardiovascular Center
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/6638-leslie-cho

Christine Jellis, MD, PhD, MBA, Cardiologist, Vice Chair, Heart Vascular & Thoracic Institute – Patient Experience & Physician Engagement
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/19994-christine-jellis

Donna Kimmaliardjuk, MD, FRCSC, Cardiac Surgeon
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/30663-donna-kimmaliardjuk