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Greetings, National Lipid Association members! I hope this holiday season has been a joyous one. As we look back on 2014, we can reflect on the many accomplishments the NLA has put forth. And, as we look toward the New Year, we are encouraged for what’s to come — both for the NLA as a... more
It was around 1900 when Rudolf Virchow noted that the artery walls of patients dying of occlusive vascular disease contained a yellowish fatty substance. The word chosen to describe this pathological condition was the Greek word for porridge, atheroma. This material later was identified to be... more
LEVERAGING IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE The National Lipid Association (NLA) Health Quality and Research (HQR) committee is hoping to bring forward a system-based intervention for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners working in cardiology and internal... more
An International Masters in Lipidology course debuted in Sydney, Australia in late October 2010. The international faculty included: Dr. Gerald Watts Dr. John Chapman, President of the European Atherosclerosis Society Dr. Richard O'Brien Dr. David Sullivan, Past President of the... more
Over 26 million Americans have chronic kidney disease (CKD). At risk for CKD include 65 million Americans with hypertension and 20 million patients with diabetes mellitus. The risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including coronary, cerebrovascular, peripheral vascular disease, and congestive... more
Join the Association of Black Cardiologists for a Dinner Meeting on Saturday, November 16 in Dallas, TX. Joel Buxbaum, MD and Jared Gollob, MD will talk about ‘New Frontiers in Cardiac Amylodosis: Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Treatment Aspects.’ For more information and registration,... more
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The Foundation of the NLA did something a little different this year – instead of hosting a black-tie gala event, we opted for a more casual affair, filled with light bites and vintage arcade games! The evening was full of good conversation, and friendly competition. We appreciate those who made it... more