The NLA's Masters in Lipidology course provides an advanced examination of the core curriculum in Clinical Lipidology. This course is designed for any health care professional with experience in Lipidology who desires advanced training. Experts in the field of Lipidology will lecture on advanced concepts and guide participants through interactive learning scenarios that provide tools and skills to further advance personal standards of practice. It is recommended that attendees have already completed preparatory coursework (eg Foundations of Lipidology or similar core curriculum training).
This course is particularly useful to explore the details of Clinical Lipidology and is appropriate for clinicians from the full spectrum of clinical experience including Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacist, Exercise Physiologists, and Dietitians who are in any phase of training, or even experienced physicians who are looking to take a deeper dive into Lipidology.
Masters in Lipidology is offered as a 2-day course prior to NLA meetings (Clinical Lipid Updates [CLU] and Scientific Sessions).
2023 Course Dates:
December 1-2, 2023
Virtual
2024 Course Dates:
May 29-30, 2024
In-Person - Las Vegas, NV
Course Curriculum:
Advanced Lipoprotein Metabolism and Genetic Disorders
Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus, and the Metabolic Syndrome
RCT Interpretation and Statistics for the Clinical Lipidologist
Pharmacology of Lipid Altering Drugs
Evidence Based Nutrition and Lifestyle Modifications
Randomized Controlled Trials and Lipid Altering Therapies
Emerging Therapies and Drug Discovery
Evidence Based Guidelines in Lipid Management for ASCVD Risk Reduction
Complex Cases and Consultative Lipidology
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the needs of physicians, physician assistants, pharmacists, registered nurses, advance practice registered nurses, nurse practitioners and registered dietitians with expertise in Lipidology looking for further advanced training.
Pricing*
Member cost: $750
Non-Member cost: $1,250
Trainee cost: $395
*Pricing subject to change