I AM YOU - Diane Sinton

The podcast I Am You is hosted by Dr. Nitza Alvarez, a board-certified cardiologist and bestselling author. Each episode is designed to empower women to take control of their well-being and become the CEO of their own health.

In this episode, Dr. Alvarez sits down with Diane Sinton, a woman whose quiet intuition may have saved her life. One morning, Diane simply “didn’t feel right.” With no obvious symptoms—no chest pain, no shortness of breath, no alarming signs—she decided to listen to that inner voice and make a doctor’s appointment. That decision led to a startling discovery: Diane was in the midst of a heart attack.

Although her initial EKG was normal, blood tests revealed elevated cardiac markers. Diane was urged to stop driving and call 911—but still felt so physically fine, she drove herself to the hospital. A cardiac catheterization the next day uncovered a 99% blockage in one of her coronary arteries.

Diane’s story is a compelling example of how heart disease in women often defies textbook symptoms. Her experience underscores the life-saving power of self-awareness and the importance of not dismissing even vague signs that something might be off.

This episode shines a light on why women must speak up, trust their instincts, and push for answers—even when their symptoms are subtle or unclear. It’s a powerful reminder that feeling “not quite right” might be the only signal your heart gives you. Most importantly, it encourages every woman to become the CEO of her own health—leading with courage, clarity, and confidence toward proactive, informed care.