Remote Hypertension Screening in Naturopathic Care: A Digital Prevention Model for Heart Disease and Stroke

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Charles Esenwa, MD, MS | Remote Hypertension Screening in Naturopathic Care: A Digital Prevention Model for Heart Disease and Stroke

Hypertension remains the leading modifiable risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet many Americans remain undiagnosed or undertreated. Naturopathic physicians are uniquely positioned to lead prevention focused cardiovascular care through lifestyle medicine, whole person care, and early detection strategies. This presentation reviews how  wearable/ambulatory blood pressure monitoring can be integrated into naturopathic practice using a practical remote care model. Real world pilot data from a naturopathic clinic collaboration will be presented, along with current hypertension guidelines, masked hypertension literature, and implementation strategies that support prevention focused cardiovascular care in both in person and virtual settings.

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Charles Esenwa, MD, MS | Remote Hypertension Screening in Naturopathic Care: A Digital Prevention Model for Heart Disease and Stroke

2026 NYANP Annual Conference – Recorded on Saturday, October 3, 2026

Hypertension remains the leading modifiable risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet many Americans remain undiagnosed or undertreated. Naturopathic physicians are uniquely positioned to lead prevention focused cardiovascular care through lifestyle medicine, whole person care, and early detection strategies. This presentation reviews how wearable/ambulatory blood pressure monitoring can be integrated into naturopathic practice using a practical remote care model. Real world pilot data from a naturopathic clinic collaboration will be presented, along with current hypertension guidelines, masked hypertension literature, and implementation strategies that support prevention focused cardiovascular care in both in person and virtual settings.

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Charles Esenwa, MD, MS is a vascular neurologist, neuroepidemiologist, and Assistant Professor of Neurology at Montefiore Einstein. He specializes in stroke prevention, hypertension management, and digital health implementation focused on underserved communities. Dr. Esenwa serves as Chief Medical Officer of SMARTS Health, where he leads development of remote cardiovascular monitoring programs integrating wearable technologies and prevention focused care models. His research combines epidemiology, implementation science, and digital health strategies to improve early detection of cardiovascular risk factors and reduce disparities in stroke outcomes. He has led multiple quality improvement and population health initiatives related to hypertension control, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, and stroke prevention. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals including Stroke, Circulation Research, and JAMA Network Open.

1.0 CEUs (general, AANP-accredited)