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High Cholesterol services offered in Zephyrhills, Plant City and Wesley chapel, FL
High cholesterol is a risk factor for heart and vascular disease, heart attack, and stroke. At Florida Heart, Vein and Vascular Institute in Zephyrhills, Plant City, Wesley Chapel, Florida, the team of experienced cardiologists provides expert care for patients with high cholesterol, improving numbers and overall health. Call the office nearest you or book an appointment online today to schedule your cardiology consultation.
High Cholesterol Q&A
What should I know about high cholesterol?
High cholesterol means you have too much fat in your blood. Cholesterol is a waxy type of fat used to make cell membranes, hormones, and vitamin D. You need some cholesterol to perform these functions. If your body can’t use all the cholesterol it makes, it combines with other substances in your blood, forming a sticky substance called plaque that collects on the walls of your arteries. Over time, the plaque accumulates, narrowing the space for your blood to pass through, and affecting the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to organs and tissues. The plaque buildup is called atherosclerosis and may affect any artery in your body. Coronary artery disease (CAD) means you have narrowing in the main arteries in the heart, while peripheral artery disease (PAD) means there’s narrowing in the arteries in the extremities.
Do I have high cholesterol because it runs in my family?
You can inherit genes that increase cholesterol levels. However, an unhealthy lifestyle is the most common cause of high cholesterol. Not getting enough exercise, smoking, and poor dietary choices may increase your risk of having high cholesterol. High cholesterol doesn’t cause symptoms, and the only way to know if your cholesterol is too high is to have your blood levels checked. Your primary care provider can talk to you about health screenings for high cholesterol. Adults should get their cholesterol levels checked every 1-5 years, depending on age and risk factors.
What happens during a cardiology consultation for high cholesterol?
You can expect a thorough cardiology consultation for high cholesterol at Florida Heart, Vein and Vascular Institute. Your provider evaluates your cardiovascular risk factors to develop an effective plan to lower your cholesterol numbers and improve your health. They review your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, and run bloodwork to check your cholesterol numbers. They may also conduct cardiac imaging tests to confirm or rule out heart disease.
Is medication needed for high cholesterol?
You can expect a thorough cardiology consultation for high cholesterol at Florida Heart, Vein and Vascular Institute. Your provider evaluates your cardiovascular risk factors to develop an effective plan to lower your cholesterol numbers and improve your health. They review your medical and family history, perform a physical exam, and run bloodwork to check your cholesterol numbers. They may also conduct cardiac imaging tests to confirm or rule out heart disease.
Comprehensive Heart and Vascular Services
We offer comprehensive diagnostic and preventive heart and vein care, ensuring every patient receives accurate evaluation and effective treatment.
Interventional Cardiology
We specialize in minimally invasive procedures that open blocked arteries and restore proper blood flow, improving heart function and patient outcomes.
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Our experts diagnose and treat narrowed or blocked vessels outside the heart, enhancing circulation and reducing pain in the legs and extremities.
Valvular Heart Disease
Our specialists assess and treat valve disorders to restore normal heart rhythm and ensure efficient blood flow throughout the cardiovascular system.
Hypertension
We offer personalized management for high blood pressure through medication, diet, and lifestyle adjustments to protect your heart and arteries.
High Cholesterol
We focus on preventing heart disease through cholesterol management programs that combine medication, nutrition counseling & lifestyle coaching.
HEART PALPITATIONS
Our team evaluates irregular or rapid heartbeats with advanced diagnostic tools to identify causes and develop effective treatment strategies.
Atrial Fibrillation
We offer cutting-edge care for atrial fibrillation, using medication and minimally invasive procedures to restore normal rhythm and prevent stroke.
SYNCOPE
Our specialists investigate fainting episodes to determine underlying cardiovascular causes and provide treatment to prevent future occurrences.
Cardiac Nuclear Stress Test
We use advanced imaging to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle, identifying areas of reduced circulation or damage with high precision.
MitraClip Procedure
We perform MitraClip therapy to treat mitral valve regurgitation, improving heart efficiency and reducing symptoms without the need for surgery.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
TAVR offers a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery, replacing damaged valves to improve blood flow and overall heart performance.
MitraClip Procedure
We perform MitraClip therapy to treat mitral valve regurgitation, improving heart efficiency and reducing symptoms without the need for surgery.
Pulmonary Embolism Interventions
We offer rapid diagnosis and targeted treatments to remove or dissolve clots in the lungs, restoring breathing and reducing cardiovascular risk.
Watchman Device Implantation
This innovative procedure reduces stroke risk in atrial fibrillation patients by closing the left atrial appendage and eliminating long-term anticoagulants.
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
Our ICD implantation helps prevent sudden cardiac arrest by detecting dangerous rhythms and automatically delivering corrective electrical pulses.
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
We close the small opening between heart chambers using a catheter-based device, reducing the risk of stroke and improving overall circulation.
Providing expert heart and vascular care across Zephyrhills, Plant City, and Wesley Chapel.
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