Cholesterol
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Cholesterol is a fatty substance naturally present in the body and needed for several functions; health interest arises when its blood levels rise higher than desirable.
Why it is monitored: High, sustained levels can affect the health of the heart and blood vessels over time.
Contributing factors: Diet, physical activity, family history, and some habits play a role.
Who evaluates it? The general practitioner, the internist, and the dietitian provide guidance on managing it; knowing your levels through a checkup with a professional is a good starting point for taking care of your health.
Data on 4,004 doctors who treat cholesterol
Which specialist treats cholesterol?
High cholesterol should be evaluated by a nutrition specialist or a general practitioner; a clinical nutrition specialist can provide specialized follow-up, and a clinical lab specialist assists with laboratory testing. See a doctor to check your levels if you have a family history of high cholesterol.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cholesterol
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a fatty substance naturally present in the body and needed for several functions; health interest arises when its blood levels rise higher than desirable.
Which doctor treats cholesterol?
High cholesterol should be evaluated by a nutrition specialist or a general practitioner; a clinical nutrition specialist can provide specialized follow-up, and a clinical lab specialist assists with laboratory testing. See a doctor to check your levels if you have a family history of high cholesterol.