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It has been an honor to be co-editor of Lipid Spin for the past two years. Over this time, I have been profoundly impressed by the knowledge of the National Lipid Association (NLA) members who have graciously contributed to this publication. In an effort to promote greater opportunities for... more
The Veterans Health Administration (VA) is the nation’s largest integrated health care delivery system serving more than 11 million patients. There recently has been renewed emphasis on health care disparities in the US and within the VA including focus on unique Veteran demographics. Pertinent to... more
h3{ margin-bottom:10px; } Scientific Meetings Committee The Scientific Meetings Committee is responsible for overseeing the planning and format of the NLA annual scientific sessions, and two regional Clinical Lipid Update meetings each year... more
It is my pleasure and honor to serve as the new president of the Northeast chapter of the National Lipid Association. Over the next year my hope is to grow the membership of our chapter, promote the expertise that we offer in lipid management and involve more of our members in our national... more
I have a 17 yo F seen by me in August in consultation for elevated cholesterol. In 2013 she had borderline elevated cholesterol at her PMD office, TC 190, LDL 129. She was placed on orthocyclen in May 2014 for irregular periods. There was no lipid profile done just prior to starting the OCPs. She... more
View the June 2019 SWLA E-Newsletter by clicking here.
This Expert Clinical Review highlights the importance of a collaborative approach to the management of dyslipidemia and other cardiometabolic risk factors, including improved diagnosis and treatment, enhanced access to facilitation of lifestyle interventions, the optimization of pharmacotherapy,... more
The National Lipid Association 2015 Scientific Sessions has concluded, however, you can still review featured highlights from selected presentations. Visit out Meeting Coverage page to view highlights from all four days of sessions. Read our meeting coverage here.
We can all agree that life has now been forever divided into eras of ‘before and after the coronavirus of 2019 (COVID19)’ with a tidal shift impacting our personal lives and every aspect of medical care, including the traditional healthcare appointment. COVID-19 has highlighted the... more