WEBCAST
Women Leading the Conversation on Reducing CV Risk
Published Date – 10 September 2025
Following the release of The Making of a Heart Attack documentary, Women As One has brought leading women’s voices together, in partnership with Amgen, a 2025 Corporate Member, to extend the conversation into the clinical sphere. While the documentary focuses on the patient perspective, this webcast centers on LDL-C, reducing CV Risk and heart attack prevention from a clinical standpoint. It serves as an important complement to the film, offering a deeper dive into the science behind cardiovascular risk and heart attack prevention strategies.
The webcast was moderated by Dr. Benziger, a participant in our 2024 CLIMB Clinical Skills Training Program, supported by Amgen. It also features Dr. Collins, whose expertise on LDL-C and heart disease was highlighted in the documentary, creating a direct bridge between patient stories and clinical insight. It also includes Tara, one of the patients featured in the film, providing a powerful opportunity to bring both perspectives together in one discussion. At Women As One, we are committed to elevating leading women’s voices within cardiovascular care. This webcast reflects that commitment by advancing a dialogue that benefits both clinicians and patients in reducing CV risk.
All resources referenced in the webcast, designed to support both patients and physicians, are available below for ease of access.
This webcast is sponsored by Amgen.
Watch the Documentary
Reducing the number of heart attacks and strokes in the U.S. can only be accomplished by working together. Amgen responded to the advocacy community’s call to bring authentic patient stories to life and showcase the realities of cardiovascular events, aiming to inspire people to take proactive steps for heart health.
That resulted in The Making of a Heart Attack documentary featuring pro-football legend Barry Sanders, Tara Robinson (CEO, Black Heart Association), Hyvelle Ferguson-Davis (Founder, Heart Sistas), Gigi Campos (WomenHeart Champion) and her father, Ponciano Gari, with medical perspective from Dr. Sara Collins (Member, Association of Black Cardiologists). The film highlights personal stories, the link between cardiovascular disease and high LDL cholesterol, and the importance of knowing your LDL-C level—driving viewers to take action in turn reducing CV risk.
Supporting Resources
Within the webcast, a number of organizations and resources are referenced as providing support for reducing CV risk. Here, we have compiled all of these resources to help you stay up to date on the best treatment options and how to advise your patients on managing their heart health.
Resources for Physicians
LDL-C Related Clinical Guidelines
- 2025 focused update of the 2019 ESC/EAS Guidelines for the management of dyslipidaemias. View the guidelines.
- 2021 ESC Guidelines on cardiovascular disease prevention in clinical practice. View the guidelines.
- 2018 guidelines issued by the ACC/AHA Task Force on the Management of Blood Cholesterol. View the guidelines.
Publications and Resources from the Association of Black Cardiologists
Ensure you’re up to date on the latest science and discussions to aid in eliminating the disparities related to cardiovascular disease in all people of color. View the resources.
Lipidology Resources from the National Lipid Association
A variety of tools and resources in place, or in development, including calculators, risk assessment tools and research projects. View the resources.
Resources for Patients
Free LDL-C Test (USA only)
Eligible patients can fill out a short form to learn about how to get a FREE LDL-C test at a clinic, at a lab, or at home. Learn more.
Online Patient Tools and Resources
Family Heart have compiled a range of resources to support patients to take care of their heart health. From educational resources and videos, to a specialist finder. View the tools.
Heart Health and Wellness Resources
The Black Heart Association has created a hub of practical tips, the latest heart health news, and educational resources, to inform, inspire, and equip patients to take charge of their heart health. View the resources.
Educational Resources
The Association of Black Cardiologists has a variety of educational resources to support patients in understanding how to live heart healthily and how to manage conditions. View the resources.
More Resources
Women Leading the Conversation on Reducing CV Risk
ResourcesA webcast focusing on LDL-C and reducing CV risk from a clinical standpoint whilst discussing the documentary, The Making of a Heart Attack
Mentorship Toolkit
ResourcesA research-based mentorship package specifically designed for women in medicine, by women in medicine; Dr Shrilla Banerjee and Dr Aaysha Cader.
Parental Leave guide
ResourcesA one page document helping you to prepare your personal and professional life in advance of expanding your family.