About Dr. Caitlin Giesler

Her background

Dr. Giesler graduated with a BA in Biochemistry from The University of Texas. After attending McGovern Medical School UT Houston, she completed residency and fellowship at The University of Cincinnati. She has practiced in Austin since 2008.

Her passion for womens health

After her father died of a heart attack during her last year of medical school, Dr. Giesler realized that there was a lack of knowledge regarding her own and her sister's risks for heart disease - thus started her journey to understand, engage in research, advocate and educate. As a mother, now mid-life, she understands the transformational changes a woman experiences over a lifetime. Heart disease prevention and treatment considering the biological and social impact for women is central to her care.

her approach

Dr. Giesler believes in personalized care based in science. She wants to understand the questions and concerns of her patients and work with them on individualized assessments and treatment plans to improve quality of life today and prevent heart disease progression long term.

Who Is This Practice For?

The Heart Center for Women is designed for women who want clarity, confidence, and a thoughtful approach to cardiovascular care.

This practice may be right for you if:

You want a comprehensive, unrushed evaluation of your heart health
You have female patterns of heart disease such as Microvascular Disease, Endothelial Dysfunction, Vasospasm, MINOCA/ANOCA or SCAD that require specialized treatment plans
You are navigating midlife changes and wondering how they affect your risk
You’ve been told “everything is fine,” but you still have symptoms
You’ve recently received a new cardiac diagnosis and want close guidance
You value direct access, collaboration, and a long-term partnership

This is not high-volume, insurance-driven care.
It is personalized, relationship-based medicine focused entirely on women’s cardiovascular health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Do you take insurance?

No, consultations and office visits are direct pay and not billed to insurance. The direct pay model allows me to devote the time and attention you deserve before, during, and after your visit without the limitations of an insurance-based system. However, testing and treatments are ordered through your insurance.
I can provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement.

can i use insurance for testing or treatments?

Yes. Tests, labs, imaging, stress tests, and prescriptions can be ordered through your insurance whenever possible. Your insurance can still help cover many aspects of your care outside of your visits at The Heart Center for Women.

What Conditions do you treat?

I specialize in female patterns of heart disease which include SCAD, MINOCA/ANOCA, Microvascular disease, menopause-related heart risk, and pregnancy-related heart history. I am also sensitive to the fact that women - no matter their diagnoses - experience more frequent dismissal of their symptoms and concerns in the traditional system of healthcare.

What should I expect at my first visit?

You'll have space to tell your whole story. I'll listen before I ask. I'll ask about things most cardiologists don't ask about. The visit will include a physical exam, an ECG and review of your outside records. By the time we're done, you'll know exactly where things stand, what I recommend, and what happens next.

What are the patient pathways for?

Enrolling in a patient pathway supports my commitment to ongoing, personalized care. I want to be part of the continuous conversation about your heart health and overall well-being by working in partnership throughout the year.
I work closely with a smaller number of patients, giving you frequent access and highly specialized support to create and maintain a heart health plan that fits your life and goals.

How do I know which membership tier is right for me?

The Heart Center for Women is built around the comprehensive consultation: we go through your full cardiac history and risk profile together, answer your questions, and develop a personalized long-term plan.

A lot of questions can be answered and addressed with these 2 visits. Once we have completed the Initial Consultation, we can decide which of the patient pathways work best for you.

Of course, it is flexible because everyone's needs are different and can change over time.

May I schedule a one time consultation?

Yes. While the patient pathways offer the most ongoing support, The Heart Center for Women does offer one-time consultations for second opinions or focused heart health evaluations. I am happy to work with you in whatever way best fits your needs.

Do you offer telemedicine?

Yes — telemedicine is available for established patients, including when you're traveling. Because I'm licensed in Texas, care is centered here, whether we're meeting virtually or in person; if you've relocated outside Texas long-term, I'll help you figure out the right next step.

What age range do you see?

As an adult cardiology practice, patients over the age of 18 can be seen.

What happens if I have a medical emergency?

If you are having a medical emergency or think you may be, CALL 911 or go to an ER for urgent symptoms.