Kelly Casey

Doctor visits a patient at a hospital.

Importance of a Patient Advocate for Medical Care

Patient advocates play a critical role in the health care field, now perhaps more than ever before. For a patient navigating the modern health care system, getting clear answers and thorough explanations can be challenging. Doctors often have limited time for one-on-one interactions with patients. The process of receiving medical care involves multiple parties, from…
Women vs Men Heart Attacks

Misdiagnosed Heart Attacks in Women

Picture this: a middle- to upper-aged man, grabbing his left arm. With pain in his face, he bends forward to prevent himself from falling. That is the image most people have in their mind when they think about a heart attack. The reality? Heart attacks also affect women, can happen at any age and aren’t…
Heart Disease 101

Heart Disease 101

The significance of the heart can be witnessed everywhere. It is used as the sign of love and affection, citizens of many countries place their hand over it to honor their flags, and video games use it as a symbol of life. In fact, the month of February is even recognized as American Heart Month….