I am pleased to announce that, as of October 2018, I am a certified clinical lipidologist, accredited by the American Board of Clinical Lipidology (ABCL). The role of the lipidologist is to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels. Currently, there are approximately 700 certified lipidologists in the U.S.
Dyslipidemia is a major public health concern. Elevated cholesterol levels, particularly what’s called the “bad” cholesterol (LDLc) or non-HDL cholesterol are major risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease leading to heart attack and stroke. World Health Organization estimates that globally, 45% of people have elevated total cholesterol.
Dyslipidemia could be monogenic, polygenic or due to comorbidities such as metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease, nephrotic syndrome, weight gain, lack of exercise, or use of other medications.
According to ABCL, I am 1 of 3 physicians in the U.S. who is certified in all three specialties; endocrinology/diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia. This allows me to provide comprehensive and detailed care to endocrine patients, particularly those with diabetes.
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