Women's Heart Center

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in Bexar County and the United States. Yet, so many women don’t recognize the symptoms or know their risk.

The University Health’s Women’s Heart Center is the first of its kind in South Texas. We provide specialized, comprehensive heart care tailored to women at every stage of life.

Our team focuses on early detection, prevention and personalized treatment, helping you better understand your heart health and act before serious conditions develop.

Heart Disease in Women: Risks & Early Warning Signs

Heart disease can look different in women than in men. The signs are often more subtle.

Common symptoms of heart disease in women include:

• Chest pain, pressure or discomfort
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue or unusual weakness
• Nausea or dizziness
• Pain in the neck, jaw, shoulder or back

Some women experience less obvious symptoms, which can delay care.

Risk factors for heart disease in women:

• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• High cholesterol
• Smoking
• Hormonal changes (including menopause)
• Pregnancy-related complications

Knowing these signs and risks can help prevent serious problems like heart attacks and strokes.

Maternal Health & Pregnancy

Heart disease is also the leading cause of death during pregnancy and postpartum, making specialized care essential for expectant mothers.

At the Women’s Heart Center, you’ll be cared for by a multispecialty cardio-obstetrics team, led by Dr. Ildiko Agoston.

Your care team may include:

• Maternal-fetal medicine specialists
• Cardiologists
• OB/GYN providers
• Pulmonary hypertension experts
• Endocrinologists
• Adult congenital heart specialists

This coordinated approach ensures personalized, high-risk pregnancy care at every step.

Excellence in Women’s Heart Care

As a designated HeartCARE Center by the American College of Cardiology, we combine advanced cardiovascular expertise with a women-focused approach to deliver care that’s tailored to your unique needs.

What sets our Women’s Heart Center apart:

• First dedicated women’s heart center in South Texas
• Specialized care for pregnancy and postpartum heart conditions
• Comprehensive screenings and heart risk assessments
• Multidisciplinary team of experts across specialties
• Focus on prevention, early detection and long-term health

We’re here to support you through every stage of life, helping you stay informed, proactive and in control of your heart health.