Description

FH is more common than you think, and most physicians have these patients in their practices without realizing it. Watch this session to learn how to suspect, easily diagnose, and manage these patients. The program also covered how to order and interpret genetic testing, and when to refer. 

Learning Objectives 

Following viewing this program, viewers will be able to:

• Learn how to identify and confirm the diagnosis of FH in your dyslipidemic patients
• Understand the various treatments available and treatment targets
• Discuss the role of genetic testing and specialized lipid clinics

Faculty

Milan Gupta, MD, FRCPC, FCCS, CPC(HC)

Robert A. Hegele, MD, FRCPC, FACP, FAHA, FCAHS

This program is NOT accredited.

Mainpro+ participants may earn certified credits by completing a Linking Learning Exercise.

Specialist participants may claim Section 2 credits (up to 2 credits per hour) following completion of a personal learning project (PLP) under Section 2: Self-Learning Activities within the MAINPORT ePortfolio.

This program was developed by CCRN and has received unrestricted educational grant funding.

Program slides:

A copy of the program slides is available for CCRN members with a resource library subscription. View pricing and download options on the Resources tab.