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The new ACC/AHA Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia offers a comprehensive “one-stop shop” for addressing the evaluation, management and monitoring of individuals with dyslipidemias, including high blood cholesterol, hypertriglyceridemia, and elevated lipoprotein (a) (Lp [a]). The document consolidates evidence-based recommendations for managing dyslipidemias and retires and ...
This page features the American College of Cardiology's full meeting coverage of the latest science from ACC’s Annual Scientific Session 2026 - ACC.26 - including news stories, videos and more.
Fellow of the American College of Cardiology Oath In accepting Fellowship in the American College of Cardiology, I reaffirm my commitment to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health, with patients at the center of all that I do. I willingly assume the responsibilities of our Fellowship to pursue excellence in all aspects of cardiovascular care, and to seek deeper understanding ...
ACC/AHA Issue Updated Guideline for Managing Lipids, Cholesterol Healthy lifestyle habits, earlier treatment to lower long-term exposure to plaque-causing lipids, new cholesterol target goals, selective use of coronary calcium scoring, lipoprotein (a) and apolipoprotein B testing, new treatments, and guidance for managing lipids in specific populations among key focus areas
Eugene Braunwald, MD, MACC, passed away , at the age of 96. Braunwald, a long-time member of the ACC and scholar, leader and mentor has often been referred to as the father of modern cardiology for his groundbreaking work in...
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