Cecilia Bahit

Cecilia Bahit, MD, is a leading cardiologist and Co-Chair of the World Stroke Organization Heart & Brain Task Force, affiliated with INECO Neurociencias Rosario in Argentina. Her career spans over 20 years in clinical research, with roles as principal investigator and committee member in international randomized trials.

• Education: Medical Degree from Universidad de Buenos Aires; Cardiology Fellowship at Duke University; Research Fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard School.

Dr. Bahit’s research focuses on atrial fibrillation, antiplatelet therapy, anticoagulation, and heart-brain interactions. Her work bridges clinical trials (e.g., EMPACT-MI, PARACHUTE-HF) and strategic reviews (e.g., heart failure post-MI, women’s cardiovascular health).

Recent articles highlight trends in heart failure management, hyperkalemia treatment, and gender-specific cardiovascular care. She actively contributes to global task forces and clinical event committees.

Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the World Stroke Organization and Baim Institute, engaging in multinational trials and academic research organizations in Argentina.