Martha Gulati Research Profile

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Dr. Martha Gulati is director of Preventative Cardiology, associate director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center, and associate director of the Preventive and Cardiac Rehabilitation Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center’s Smidt Heart Institute. As a researcher, Dr. Gulati is passionate about the study and prevention of heart disease in women. As principal investigator of the St. James Women Take Heart Project, she investigated cardiac risk factors to set new standards for women’s fitness levels and heart rate response to exercise. She was co-investigator on the Women’s Ischemic Syndrome Evaluation and also served as a co-investigator on the Women’s Health Initiative. Her research in this area has been published in many peer-reviewed journals, including The New England Journal of Medicine, Circulation, and Journal of the American Medical Association. Dr. Martha Gulati, MD, is an internationally recognized cardiologist specializing in women’s heart health, heart disease prevention, and exercise and stress testing. With extensive experience in both clinical practice and research, Dr. Gulati has made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular disease in women. She has served as the Past President of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology, underscoring her leadership in preventive cardiology. Currently, Dr. Gulati is the Director of Cardiovascular Prevention and Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Her work at these institutions involves developing innovative approaches to cardiovascular health, with a particular focus on women, who have been historically underrepresented in cardiovascular research. Dr. Gulati is also a Professor of Medicine and Physician Executive Director for the Banner University Medicine Cardiovascular Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. From 2016 to 2020, she served as the Inaugural Division Chief of Cardiology at the University, contributing to the growth and development of the cardiology department. Dr. Gulati has also served as the Chair of the 2021 Chest Pain Guidelines for the American Heart Association (AHA) and American College of Cardiology (ACC), showcasing her expertise in shaping national guidelines for cardiovascular care. As a practicing cardiologist, she is known as an “early interventionalist,” with a focus on preventive strategies. She is also a prolific author, having written the bestselling book *Saving Women's Hearts* and co-authored national guidelines on heart disease prevention, stress testing, and the role of exercise in heart health. Dr. Gulati's work continues to bridge the gap between clinical care, research, and education, making her a leading figure in advancing cardiovascular health for women.