High cholesterol is a common condition that can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. And we know it doesn't just run through your veins — it can run through your family history.
That's why we're passionate about helping you manage your condition, reduce your risks and live life to the fullest. Our team of specialists will tailor your treatment plan to your lifestyle, providing care that’s as unique as you are.
High cholesterol usually doesn't cause symptoms, which means you can have it without knowing it. If you have any concerns about your cholesterol levels or are overdue to have your levels checked, talk to your primary care doctor about getting screened.
Because high cholesterol usually doesn't have any symptoms, you should have your cholesterol levels checked regularly.
Frequent cholesterol tests are especially important if you have a family history of high cholesterol or heart disease, are overweight or obese, have high blood pressure or smoke.
If untreated, high cholesterol can lead to serious health problems, such as heart disease and stroke.
Without any symptoms to point to high cholesterol, routine blood testing is the most common way to diagnose this condition.
Because everyone is unique, we take a personalized approach to treating your high cholesterol. We'll work with you to create a treatment plan that's right for you, based on your individual symptoms and risks.
Common treatment options include:
Lowering your “bad” cholesterol (LDL) reduces your risk of having a heart attack or stroke and your risk of needing a cardiac procedure or bypass surgery.
Board-certified cardiologists and lipid specialists, supported by a compassionate staff — all here for you.
High cholesterol is a serious but manageable condition. We'll work with you to create a treatment plan that meets your needs, reduces your risk of heart disease and helps you live a long, healthy life.
The WellSpan Advanced Lipid Care Clinic is one of the only formalized lipid clinics in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast region. You'll have access to a comprehensive range of specialized services to diagnose and treat high cholesterol.
Our team includes extremely specialized cardiologists who are board-certified in clinical lipidology by the American Board of Clinical Lipidology (ABCL). They've demonstrated the highest-caliber education and training in the management of high cholesterol and related conditions.
We're located conveniently close to the infusion center. If you're prescribed specialized lipid injection treatments, you'll have easy access.
Talking about eating better is one thing. Making it happen is something else. That's why we have a full-time, on-site cardiac nutritionist whose specialty is developing personalized dietary plans for heart-healthy eating that you can stick with.
Our growing Precision Medicine Program is conducting a population-level study to build a biobank of genetic data. We're studying that information to better understand the genetic factors that contribute to high cholesterol and develop more personalized treatments.
