You’re meeting with a specialist to talk about ASCVD. Here’s what to bring with you to get the most from your appointment.
Take these steps before a visit with a cholesterol specialist to better understand ASCVD and help your doctor give you the right care.
You may work with one or more specialists to diagnose and treat your ASCVD. Here’s how to find the ones you can work with long-term.
You’ll give – and get – lots of info on your first visit with an ASCVD specialist. Learn what to expect and how it can set the course for treatment.
When you have ASCVD, you’ll see different specialists who’ll manage your care. Learn who may be on your care team and what they do.
The best way to understand and manage ASCVD is to ask your care team the right questions. Use this list to get the answers you need.
To treat you effectively, your health care team needs to know how ASCVD affects you. Here are some questions they may ask at your initial appointments.