We discovered gender inequity in diagnosing heart attack. And fixed it.

Researchers at NYU Langone Heart have found that women experiencing chest pain wait 11 minutes longer to receive care in the emergency department than men with the same symptoms, highlighting a critical gap in heart attack diagnosis and treatment.

To address this disparity, our cardiologists have developed a deep understanding of women’s heart health. We know that women who are experiencing a heart attack may describe their symptoms—especially chest pain—differently from men. We also use the latest diagnostic tools to determine the cause of women’s heart symptoms so that we can create the best possible treatment plans. This is one of the many ways our health system leverages the latest research to provide top-quality patient care.