Barbara Walters

One of the most important topics, of course, is how to care for your heart. Barbara Walters hosted a 20/20 ABC News special which she talked about her own heart valve surgery. I wrote a nice essay about her show and more importantly, the message that Ms. Walters was trying to deliver to her audience, particular to women.

Barbara Walters

Barbara Walters

I was interviewed by Eve Tannery from WFMZ Channel 69 regarding Barbara Walter’s surgery.  It was really fun to be on TV.  I was hoping this would have led to my becoming the next Dr. Oz but so far that hasn’t worked out.

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