Dr. David Owen’s directs the UW Cardiovascular Genetics and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy clinics.
In this live webinar, Dr. David Owens discusses what HCM is, who might be affected, and what we can do about it.
The goal is to increase awareness and scientifically researched measures to diagnosis and treat HCM.
Dr. Owens’ research has focused on the genetics of calcific aortic valve disease, clinical aspects of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and issues related to cardiovascular screening and sudden death in athletes. He has written multiple book chapters on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and has published research in the New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA, Circulation and other journals.
Dr. Owens believes patients and families with rare or inherited heart conditions face many uncertainties and challenges, and has sought to build a space where those with uncommon heart disorders can feel understood. He enjoys working with patients to help put their heart disease into life context and emphasize patient education and a partnership approach to treatment decisions. He believes sports and exercise are key components to healthy living and work with athletes of all levels to ensure safe exercise and sports participation. Dr. Owens' personal interests include spending time with family, running, hiking, soccer, reading, and philosophy.