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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Familial Hypercholesterolemia near Finland. Of these, 55 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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      Elite in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Elite in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Petri Kovanen practices in Helsinki, Finland. Kovanen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Orchiectomy.

      Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Alpo Vuorio practices in Helsinki, Finland. Vuorio is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

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      Timo E. Strandberg
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Center For Life Course Health Research, 
      Oulu, FI 

      Timo Strandberg practices in Oulu, Finland. Mr. Strandberg is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Muscle Atrophy, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Vascular Dementia.

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      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Pl 2000, 
      Tampere, FI 

      Markku Eskola practices in Tampere, Finland. Eskola is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Block, Thrombectomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Tampere, FI 

      Saara Metso practices in Tampere, Finland. Ms. Metso is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Insulinoma, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Hyperthyroidism, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Kuopio, FI 

      Tanja Saarela practices in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Saarela is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, Preeclampsia, and Coronary Heart Disease.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Pietari Ripatti practices in Helsinki, Finland. Ripatti is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Coronary Heart Disease, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Markku Kaste practices in Helsinki, Finland. Kaste is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Stroke, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Carotid Artery Disease, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Thrombectomy.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Maijaliisa Erkkola practices in Helsinki, Finland. Erkkola is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Gestational Diabetes, Malnutrition, and Asthma.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Katariina Oorni practices in Helsinki, Finland. Oorni is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Coronary Heart Disease.

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Pl 100, 
      Tampere, FI 

      Heini Huhtala practices in Tampere, Finland. Huhtala is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Malabsorption, Celiac Disease, Dermatitis Herpetiformis, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Advanced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Fin-70029 Kys, 
      Kuopio, FI 

      Markku Laakso practices in Kuopio, Finland. Laakso is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Iryna Hlushchenko practices in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Hlushchenko is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia and High Cholesterol.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Kuopio, FI 

      Jussi Paananen practices in Kuopio, Finland. Paananen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Oulu, FI 

      Janne Hukkanen practices in Oulu, Finland. Ms. Hukkanen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Obesity, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Oulu, FI 

      Markku Savolainen practices in Oulu, Finland. Savolainen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Nella Junna practices in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Junna is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Ventricular Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation, and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Kuopio, FI 

      Ursula Schwab practices in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Schwab is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Pl 30, 
      Helsinki, FI 

      Matti Jauhiainen practices in Helsinki, Finland. Jauhiainen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, Gracile Syndrome, Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia, and Vitrectomy.

      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia
      Helsinki, FI 

      Maija Ruuth practices in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Ruuth is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Atherosclerosis.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Familial Hypercholesterolemia?

      Familial hypercholesterolemia is a common genetic condition that causes high blood levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad, cholesterol. This bad cholesterol builds up in the arteries, causing them to harden and narrow. Familial hypercholesterolemia increases the risks of cardiovascular disease and heart attack.

      When should I see a Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor in Finland?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor in Finland?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctors in Finland?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctors in Finland?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor in Finland?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor in Finland?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctors in Finland?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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