The 20 Best Familial Hypercholesterolemia Doctors in Finland

Find the Top Familial Hypercholesterolemia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Familial Hypercholesterolemia near Finland. Of these, 37 are Experienced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Alpo Vuorio
    Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Alpo Vuorio
    Referral may be required
    Vantaa, FI 

    Alpo Vuorio practices practicing medicine in Vantaa, Finland. Vuorio is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

    Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Petri T. Kovanen
    Distinguished in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Petri T. Kovanen
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Petri Kovanen practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Kovanen is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Timo E. Strandberg
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Timo E. Strandberg
    Referral may be required
    Center For Life Course Health Research, 
    Oulu, FI 

    Timo Strandberg practices practicing medicine in Oulu, Finland. Mr. Strandberg is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Muscle Atrophy, Atherosclerosis, and Vascular Dementia.

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    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Ursula S. Schwab
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Ursula S. Schwab
    Referral may be required
    Kuopio, FI 

    Ursula Schwab practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Schwab is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Matti S. Jauhiainen
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Matti S. Jauhiainen
    Referral may be required
    Pl 30, 
    Helsinki, FI 

    Matti Jauhiainen practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Jauhiainen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, Gracile Syndrome, Hypolipoproteinemia, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Samuli Ripatti
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Samuli Ripatti
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Samuli Ripatti practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ripatti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Coronary Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Saara E. Metso
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Saara E. Metso
    Referral may be required
    Tampere, FI 

    Saara Metso practices practicing medicine in Tampere, Finland. Ms. Metso is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Insulinoma, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Markku J. Eskola
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Markku J. Eskola
    Referral may be required
    Pl 2000, 
    Tampere, FI 

    Markku Eskola practices practicing medicine in Tampere, Finland. Eskola is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Heart Block, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Thrombectomy, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Tanja Saarela
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Tanja Saarela
    Referral may be required
    Kuopio, FI 

    Tanja Saarela practices practicing medicine in Kuopio, Finland. Ms. Saarela is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, Preeclampsia, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Pietari O. Ripatti
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Pietari O. Ripatti
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Pietari Ripatti practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ripatti is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Coronary Heart Disease, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Simon G. Pfisterer
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Simon G. Pfisterer
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Simon Pfisterer practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Mr. Pfisterer is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses MYH9 Related Thrombocytopenia, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Maijaliisa Erkkola
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Maijaliisa Erkkola
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Maijaliisa Erkkola practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Erkkola is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gestational Diabetes, Malnutrition, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Asthma.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Jari Metso
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Jari Metso
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Jari Metso practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Metso is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Their clinical expertise encompasses Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Atherosclerosis.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Marja-riitta R. Taskinen
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Marja-riitta R. Taskinen
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Marja-riitta Taskinen practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Taskinen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Markku Kaste
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Markku Kaste
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Markku Kaste practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Kaste is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Carotid Artery Disease, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Elisabeth E. Widen
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Elisabeth E. Widen
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Elisabeth Widen practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Widen is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Sanni Soderlund
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Sanni Soderlund
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Sanni Soderlund practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Soderlund is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Coronary Heart Disease, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Katariina Oorni
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Katariina Oorni
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Katariina Oorni practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Oorni is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Coronary Heart Disease, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Jaana Kuoppala
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Jaana Kuoppala
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Jaana Kuoppala practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Kuoppala is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Miriam Rueckert-Lee
    Experienced in Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Miriam Rueckert-Lee
    Referral may be required
    Helsinki, FI 

    Miriam Rueckert-Lee practices practicing medicine in Helsinki, Finland. Ms. Rueckert-Lee is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Hypercholesterolemia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 do I find the best Familial Hypercholesterolemia doctor in Finland?

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    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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