Many talented women work at Siemens Healthineers to help to pioneer breakthroughs for everyone, everywhere, sustainably - like research scientist Johanna Mitterreiter who has been studying how earlier detection can lead to better care for patients everywhere.

Meaningful research can improve care and create change 

Siemens Healthineers understands Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t affect everyone the same way. 

"Your brain is everything. It lets you think, feel, remember, and connect. But here’s something surprising: Women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, according to Alzheimer’s Disease International. Why? Research shows stronger memory in women can delay symptom detection, and caregiving often falls to them, adding a social burden," explains Siemens Healthineers.

Johanna Mitterreiter, a research scientist and R&D project lead, is working to close this gap.

Turning research into real progress for patients

Johanna studies biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease and leads inclusive research to improve early detection, develop better treatments, and promote equity in care.

Through her work, Johanna is helping to change how we understand Alzheimer's disease, giving clinicians the insights they need to detect it earlier and support better outcomes for women.

Her career in medtech shows how meaningful research can improve care and create real change for patients.

“Every breakthrough brings us closer to earlier Alzheimer’s detection - especially for women,” says Johanna. “It’s not enough to understand the problem - we have to turn research into real progress for patients."

Johanna’s work reflects how science can create real impact for patients everywhere.

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