About Dr. Emma Hegwood
Dr. Emma Hegwood, D.O., is a Physician and Scientific Consultant based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.A. With a rich educational background, including a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Rose-Holman Institute of Technology followed by her medical degree as a Doctor of Osteopathy from Marian University (MU-COM), Dr. Hegwood combines clinical expertise with an extensive research portfolio. Her professional journey encompasses significant roles in academia and industry. Dr. Hegwood’s contributions are underscored by her numerous publications and presentations at national conferences, making her an asset in both the medical and scientific communities. She is a leader in her community and is passionate about scientific consulting.
Dr. Emma Hegwood Research Contributions
Dr. Emma Hegwood Research Publications
Dr. Emma Hegwood has made several contributions to the field of cardiology and electrophysiology through her research publications. Her work covers various aspects of cardiac health, treatment responses, and the safety of medical devices. Her work continues to inform and influence clinical practices and patient management strategies in cardiology and electrophysiology.
Assessment of Comorbidity Burden and Treatment Response: Reanalysis of the SCD-HEFT Trial
- https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40266-021-00915-w
- Drugs & Aging, February 1, 2022
- This publication examines the impact of comorbidities on treatment outcomes in the SCD-HEFT trial, offering insights into how different patient factors influence therapeutic efficacy.
CODE OB: Cardiac Arrest in a Pregnant Patient with Congenital Heart Block
- https://www.jacc.org/doi/full/10.1016/s0735-1097%2819%2933078-5
- Journal of the American College of Cardiology, March 4, 2019
- This case study details the complexities and challenges of managing cardiac arrest in a pregnant patient with congenital heart block, highlighting the intricacies of treatment in high-risk populations.
Post-shock AAI Pacing Associated with Asystole Despite Programming Post-shock DDD Pacing
- https://www.heartrhythmjournal.com/article/S1547-5271(11)00344-4/abstract
- Heart Rhythm, August 2011
- Dr. Hegwood explores the implications of pacing strategies post-shock, discussing the unexpected association between AAI pacing and asystole even when DDD pacing is programmed, which provides critical insights into device programming and patient safety.