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Stanford Preventive Cardiology

An integrated approach to promote a
heart-healthy lifestyle through
counseling and education

(650) 723-6459

Boswell Building
Room A260

300 Pasteur Drive
Stanford, CA 94305

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Stanford Preventive Cardiology

We offer an integrated approach to patient care, including comprehensive risk assessment and treatment for all cardiovascular risk factors. The Stanford Familial Coronary Risk/Familial Hypercholesterolemia Clinic (FH) is a special focus within the Preventive Cardiology Clinic for patients and family members with strong risk factors or early-onset coronary disease. Our services include:

Comprehensive evaluation and effective treatment strategies to slow or stop the progression of atherosclerosis
Individualized action plans to determine the optimal approach for each patient, including lifestyle interventions and medications, as needed
Counseling and education to promote a heart-healthy lifestyle
Preventive cardiology research and active clinical trials such as the Randomized Trial for Personal Genomics now recruiting

Familial Hypercholesterolemia: A Stanford Patient Story

Brenda Gundell's father died at age 39 due to familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition that Brenda was diagnosed with as well. Through exercise, a balanced diet, and medication, Brenda can expect to live a long life.

Heart Health Tips from Michael McConnell, MD

How does cardiologist Michael McConnell, MD, take care of his heart? Dr. McConnell makes exercising consistently and watching what he eats a priority to help his heart and body stay healthy.