The 20 Best High Cholesterol Doctors Near Me in Burlingame, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 574 doctor with experience in High Cholesterol near Burlingame, CA. Of these, 499 are Experienced, 71 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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574 providers found
    Elite in High Cholesterol
    Elite in High Cholesterol

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford,, CA 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Knowles is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford,, California. Dr. Knowles is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Dorothy Schneider Cancer Center

    100 South San Mateo Drive, Suite 400, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Guttas is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Guttas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Guttas is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Guttas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    100 S. San Mateo Dr., Ste 400, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Kurzrock is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Kurzrock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stable Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Kurzrock is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Kurzrock is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of High Cholesterol?

    Common conditions include: Familial Hypercholesterolemia

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    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 205, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise. Dr. Benedick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Benedick is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC), and National Board Of Echocardiography (NBE). Dr. Benedick is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    The Gastroenterology Consultants Of

    1750 El Camino Real Ste 11, 
    Burlingame,, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Girolami is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame,, California. Dr. Girolami is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Atrial Fibrillation, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    101 South San Mateo Dr., Suite 303, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Tortorice is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Tortorice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sulfite Oxidase Deficiency, Hypermethioninemia, Methylmalonic Acidemia with Homocystinuria, and Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder. Dr. Tortorice is board certified in Internal Medicine - Board Certified. Dr. Tortorice is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Watson is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Watson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Burlingame Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Building B, Floor 2, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tania Nanevicz is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Nanevicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Nanevicz is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease - Board Certified. Dr. Nanevicz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Burlingame Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Building B, Floor 2, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brad Angeja is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Angeja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, and Apoplexy. Dr. Angeja is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Angeja is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Burlingame Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Building B, Floor 2, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sonia Shah is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Coronary Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Shah is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Burlingame Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Building B, Floor 2, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mahazarin Ginwalla is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Ginwalla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiogenic Shock, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Ginwalla is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology. Dr. Ginwalla is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Burlingame, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nani Kanen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Kanen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alcoholic Neuropathy, Vitamin D Deficiency, Opioid Use Disorder, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Kanen is board certified in Internal Medicine - Board Certified , Addiction Medicine - , and Not ABMS Specialty. Dr. Kanen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Burlingame, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Lakowsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Lakowsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Lakowsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    The Gastroenterology Consultants Of

    1750 El Camino Real Ste 11, 
    Burlingame,, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Chimenti is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame,, California. Dr. Chimenti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1501 Trousdale Dr Fl 2, 
    Burlingame,, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Pope is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame,, California. Dr. Pope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Office

    1501B Trousdale Dr Fl 2, 
    Burlingame,, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Zipkin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame,, California. Dr. Zipkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    101 S. San Mateo Dr., Suite #21, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Briskin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Briskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Necrosis, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. Dr. Briskin is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Briskin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Millbrae, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jie Ling is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Millbrae, California. Dr. Ling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chorea-Acanthocytosis, Hypolipoproteinemia, Fish-Eye Disease, and Apo A-I Deficiency. Dr. Ling is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Ling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology

    San Mateo Medical Center

    222 W 39th Ave, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steve Hassid is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Hassid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Ectopic Heartbeat, Cardiomyopathy, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    San Mateo Medical Center

    222 W 39th Ave, 
    San Mateo,, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline Baras is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo,, California. Dr. Baras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of High Cholesterol?

    Cholesterol is a fat (also called a lipid) that your body needs to work properly. Too much bad cholesterol in your blood can increase your chance of getting heart disease, stroke, and other problems.

    Common medical terms for high blood cholesterol are lipid disorder, hyperlipidemia, or hypercholesterolemia, with the last being the most precise.

    When should I see a High Cholesterol doctor near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol doctor near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol doctors near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol doctors near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol doctor near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different High Cholesterol 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 High Cholesterol doctor near Burlingame, CA?

    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 High Cholesterol 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 High Cholesterol 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 High Cholesterol doctors near Burlingame, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the High Cholesterol 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 High Cholesterol doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the High Cholesterol 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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