Niti R. Aggarwal, M.D.

Niti R. Aggarwal, M.D., is a distinguished non-invasive cardiologist at Mayo Clinic-Rochester and Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Mankato, MN, renowned nationally for her expertise and advocacy in heart disease in women. She has over 10 years of experience in treating heart disease in women, prevention, cardio-rheumatology, and cardio-obstetrics.

Her clinical and research focus areas include:

• Heart disease in women: Dr. Aggarwal helps address the unique cardiovascular needs of women.
• Tailored care based on sex and gender: She provides specialized care for variety of heart conditions, paying close attention to difference between men and women, with a strong emphasis on preventing problems before they start.
• Diagnosing and treating the full spectrum of coronary artery disease: From common issues like blocked arteries to lesser-known problems like microvascular disease and coronary artery spasms, she's on top of it all.
• Autoimmune conditions and heart disease: She's exploring how diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and other immune system disorders can affect the heart, aiming to prevent heart issues in these patients.
• Heart disease in pregnancy: She evaluates heart problems that affect pregnant women, ensuring their safety and health during pregnancy and beyond.

In addition to her clinical and research activities, Dr. Aggarwal:

• Edited a book titled, "Sex-differences in Cardiac Disease" which looks at how heart disease affects men and women differently. It features authors from around the world.
• Serves as the Director of Cardiac MRI for the Mayo Health System- SWMN. Thanks to her efforts, there has been a large growth in number of scans done, quality of images and how satisfied referring clinicians are.
• Is a nationally recognized educator and speaker on women’s heart health, cardiac imaging, and health equity.
• Serves on the American College of Cardiology’s Solution Set Oversight Committee overseeing curation and dissemination of national scientific statements and guidelines.
• Elected to the Board of Directors for ASNC- the national organization for nuclear cardiology.
• Has developed programs to enhance the professional and personal development of women and mentorship of women in medicine.