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 4,352 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
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.