Advanced Lipid Clinic

Specialized treatment and management of cholesterol

The ChristianaCare Advanced Lipid Clinic

Cholesterol is present in everyone and is needed for normal bodily functions. However, abnormal levels of cholesterol, such as high LDL (“bad cholesterol”), low HDL (“good cholesterol”), and high triglycerides, are risk factors for heart disease, stroke and pancreatitis.

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To request an appointment, call 302-623-1929, or complete the following form.

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Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease & Stroke

The Advanced Lipid Clinic can work with you to lower your risks if you have:

  • Recurrent heart disease, stroke or pancreatitis even after typical treatment.
  • Difficulty tolerating statin medicines.
  • Family history of early heart disease.
  • Genetic lipid disorders, such as familial hypercholesterolemia.
  • Other lipid disorders, such as very high triglycerides or high lipoprotein (a).
Dr. Stephen Meng of the ChristianaCare Advanced Lipid Clinic examines a patient

Board-certified Lipidologists

Caregivers at the Advanced Lipid Clinic are board-certified lipidologists. These are cardiologists and cardiology nurse practitioners who have extensively trained to treat the most complex cholesterol disorders. They have obtained certification through the American Board of Clinical Lipidology.

Treatment Plan

Our board-certified lipidologists and care team will work closely with you to make the treatment plan that is best for you and your needs. Our cholesterol clinic services include:

    • Screening and testing for cholesterol disorders.
    • Education and support for lifestyle changes (diet, exercise and quitting smoking).
    • Specialized treatment with the newest medicines.
    • Genetic testing and counselling for familial hypercholesterolemia and other inherited lipid abnormalities.
    Risk Prevention

    Our caregivers will work with you on a treatment plan and personalized approach that suits you and your lifestyle. Part of this may involve risk prevention for cardiovascular diseases and lipid disorders. Risk prevention will include:

    • Personalized risk assessment based on your health condition, family history, lifestyle and more.
    • Advanced diagnostic testing.
    • Counseling on lifestyle – guidance on diet, exercise, stress management etc.
    • Medication management.
    • Regular checkups and monitoring.

    Our Team

    An expert caring team of board-certified lipidologists with advanced training in treating cholesterol.

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    Contact Us

    ChristianaCare Advanced Lipid Clinic

    Medical Arts Pavilion 1 (MAP1)
    4745 Ogletown-Stanton Road
    Suite 207
    Newark, DE 19718

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