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Join us on Monday, June 8 from 6:00 – 6:30 PM ET for the NLA’s Annual Business Meeting for important NLA updates and award announcements. more
I am honored and excited to serve as President of the Southeast Lipid Association (SELA). My passion for lipids heralds back to the formation of the Florida Lipid Associates in 1994, led by Paul Ziajka, MD, PhD, FNLA, and some others interested in lipid research and treatment. It has been... more
Introduction Elevated cholesterol is a well-known and modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Hyperlipidemia due to secondary causes is common and should be evaluated as part of treatment. Potential secondary causes include diabetes mellitus, excessive alcohol intake, cholestatic... more
NLA National and Chapter Board Nomination Form The window for nominations to NLA and Chapter leadership positions has been extended through February 15, 2025. Nominate your colleagues today for the following positions: National Lipid Association positions include:... more
All issues of LipidSpin are special, but this one is particularly so since it was co-developed by the Southeast and Northeast Chapters of the National Lipid Association. It was a real pleasure working with Dr. Karen Aspry, Northeast Chapter President, on this important and timely issue. Although... more
It has been my distinct pleasure to serve as President of the National Lipid Association (NLA) during the 2013/2014 term. I am thankful to have been a part of the leadership in an organization with so many dedicated colleagues. I was blessed to serve with a wonderful Executive Committee and... more
The new ICD-10 Codes were released by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Two new specific codes for FH have been approved: E78.01: Familial hypercholesterolemia Z83.42: Family history of familial hypercholesterolemia The National Lipid Association (NLA) in... more
This issue is co-sponsored by the Northeast and Southeast Lipid Association
During February—which is American Heart Month—the National Lipid Association (NLA) would like to recognize the important work underway by Million Hearts. This national initiative was launched by the Department of Health and Human Services in 2012, with the exciting goal of preventing 1 million... more