Lipidology at Unify Health: Advanced Care for Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Risk

What Is Lipidology and Why Does It Matter?

Lipidology is the specialized study and management of disorders related to cholesterol, triglycerides, and other lipoproteins in the blood. Abnormalities in these markers can lead to plaque formation in arteries, increasing the risk for heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular conditions.

At Unify Health, we offer a comprehensive lipid management service that goes beyond the basics of LDL and HDL cholesterol. This includes:

  • Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] Testing and Management
    Elevated Lp(a) is an independent genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease, yet it is not routinely checked in standard lipid panels. With growing awareness and emerging therapies on the horizon, Lp(a) is a critical part of personalized cardiovascular risk assessment.

  • Advanced Lipid Testing
    Including ApoB, LDL particle size, non-HDL cholesterol, and triglyceride-rich lipoproteins—tools that can offer better predictive value than LDL-C alone.

  • Lifestyle and Nutritional Integration
    We blend evidence-based dietary strategies with medical interventions to manage lipid disorders and reduce inflammation. Our team offers clinical support from exercise and diet specialists.

  • Pharmacologic Expertise
    From statins and ezetimibe to newer agents such as PCSK9 inhibitors, bempedoic acid, and emerging RNA-based therapies for Lp(a), we customize treatment based on your risk profile and response.

Lipid Management: A Shared Space Between Endocrinology and Cardiology

ILipid disorders often straddle the domains of endocrinology and cardiology. Cardiologists manage lipids in the context of heart disease prevention, while endocrinologists assess lipid abnormalities in the setting of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, or genetic disorders.

At Unify Health, our integrated approach ensures you receive collaborative, multidisciplinary care tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're referred by your family doctor, cardiologist, diabetes specialist or simply want a second opinion, we work to refine your risk profile and treatment strategy.

Maintaining healthy lipid levels is crucial for long-term cardiovascular and metabolic health.

  • Cholesterol and triglycerides are fats in the blood that, when elevated, can silently contribute to plaque buildup in arteries (atherosclerosis).

  • Over time, this increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease, often without symptoms until advanced.

  • Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a genetic lipid marker that can increase risk even when other cholesterol levels are normal and is not routinely tested.

  • Poor lipid control is closely linked to conditions like type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and fatty liver disease.

Why Now? A Focus on Prevention

Influential voices in the field of preventive medicine—such as Dr. Peter Attia—have emphasized the importance of early and aggressive management of lipid abnormalities, particularly for patients with strong family histories or elevated Lp(a). The goal is not just to avoid disease, but to optimize healthspan—the years of life lived in good health.

Our program emphasizes:

  • Prevention over reaction

  • Early identification of risk markers

  • Ongoing monitoring and refinement

  • Education and empowerment of patientsBook an Assessment

If you have concerns about your cholesterol health, Unify Health can help. Please as your family doctor or cardiologist for a referral if they deem you are in need of assessment.