Dr. Terry Dubrow has evolved into a public health advocate. He is using his platform as a reality TV star to bring awareness to cardiovascular health.
And it makes sense, given Terry’s own experience of a ministroke in August 2023. The Botched star has repeatedly spoken about symptoms to look out for and advised on when to get to the hospital.
And in a recent interview, the Real Housewives of Orange County supporting star shared an update on his health journey while supporting a worthy, and relevant cause.
Dr. Terry was “a lucky one” after ministroke
Terry and his wife, Heather Dubrow, appeared at the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection Concert. They told Extra how quick action saved the renowned plastic surgeon’s life.
“I’m alive thanks to this woman right here,” Terry said, gesturing to his wife. “Otherwise who knows … but I’m 100 percent. I had a procedure done on my heart. Took 11 minutes. I was a lucky one … I’m completely, 100 percent normal now.”
Heather added: “Thank God. I mean, he was one of the lucky ones, right? He had a PFO, a congenital hole in his heart that was easily fixed, but it really started us talking about health of the heart in men and for women.
“We’re so honored to be here tonight and raise awareness, especially for cardiovascular health in women. In men, it presents so differently than it presents in women and, you know, women have indigestion and they put it off and they don’t go to the doctor and, you know, you could have a heart attack, stroke — all the things.”
Terry warned of the odds of experiencing a stroke as age progresses, and stressed the importance of getting medical help on time.
“I just want to emphasize that point … It’s the number one risk of death in men and women, cardiovascular disease,” the Bravolebrity added. “And the truth is, women between the ages of 55 and 75, 20 percent of them will have a stroke during those years, so you have to identify early get in the hospital, get it diagnosed, and get that clot busted with clot-0dissolve drug. We have miracle treatments, but if you don’t identify, it you don’t diagnose it, you’re not going to be saved.”
Heather spoke of the need for women to prioritize themselves. She concluded, “Many of us put everyone else first — our partners, our children, our parents, everyone — and we have got to take care of our own health, cardiovascular and otherwise. Go to your doctor.”
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