The 20 Best High Cholesterol Doctors Near Me in Newton, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1109 doctor with experience in High Cholesterol near Newton, MA. Of these, 979 are Experienced, 123 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Amit Khera
    Elite in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology
    Elite in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston,, MA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Khera is a Cardiologist in Boston,, Massachusetts. Dr. Khera is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Elite in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Kraft Alfred L DDS Office

    25 New Chardon St Ste 301, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sekar Kathiresan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Kathiresan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Atherosclerosis.

    Evan Appelbaum
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Men's Health Boston

    200 Boylston Street, Suite A309, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Appelbaum is an Internal Medicine provider in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Appelbaum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

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    Lester S. Shoap
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, The Street - Chestnut Hill

    25 Boylston Street, Suite 204, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lester Shoap is an Internal Medicine provider in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Shoap is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Atrial Fibrillation.

    Jorge Plutzky
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jorge Plutzky is director of Preventive Cardiology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). A cardiovascular medicine specialist, he is also an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Plutzky received his medical degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at BWH and West Roxbury Veterans Administration Medical Center (now VA Boston Healthcare Systems), as well as a fellowship in cardiology at BWH. Dr. Plutzky is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.Dr. Plutzky’s clinical interests include cardiovascular disease, preventive education on cardiac disorders, and the impact of diabetes and bariatric conditions on cardiovascular health. The author of more than 50 peer-reviewed publications, his research interests include metabolic pathways, lipid metabolism, arteriosclerosis, thrombosis and vascular biology. Dr. Plutzky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Atherosclerosis, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Marc S. Sabatine
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    75 Francis St, Brigham And Womens Hospital Cardiovascular Division, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Marc S. Sabatine is chairman of the Thrombolysis in Myocardial Infarction (TIMI) Study Group at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) and holds the Lewis Dexter, MD Distinguished Chair in Cardiovascular Medicine. A cardiovascular specialist, he is also a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS).Dr. Sabatine received his medical degree from HMS and completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). He then completed a clinical fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Massachusetts General Hospital and a fellowship in cardiovascular research at BWH. Dr. Sabatine is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease and is a fellow of the American Heart Association, the American College of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.His clinical interest is in acute coronary syndromes and critical care, and he attends in the Cardiac Intensive Care Units at both BWH and MGH. His research interests include coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndromes, dyslipidemias, proteomics and genomics. As the chairman of the TIMI Study Group—an academic research organization that has led major cardiovascular medicine clinical trials since its inception in 1984—Dr. Sabatine leads large-scale international randomized controlled trials testing novel therapies for cardiovascular care that have shaped the practice of medicine.Dr. Sabatine has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications, is on the writing committees for practice guidelines, and has received research funding from the American College of Cardiology and the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Sabatine is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Robert Giugliano
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol

    Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, 
    Boston,, MA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Giugliano is a Cardiologist in Boston,, Massachusetts. Dr. Giugliano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    David August
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    David August MD, LLC

    25 Boylston Street, Suite 302, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David August is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. August is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Chronic Cough, Fainting, and Vertigo.

    Meghan York
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Riley York Cardiology Associates

    65 Walnut Street, Suite 301, 
    Wellesley, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Meghan York is an Internal Medicine provider in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Dr. York is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure.

    Anne B. Riley
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Riley York Cardiology Associates

    65 Walnut Street, Suite 301, 
    Wellesley, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Riley is an Internal Medicine provider in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), His Bundle Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Dara K. Lewis
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Lown Cardiovascular Group

    830 Boylston Street, Suite 205, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dara Lewis is a Cardiologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Jennifer Rhodes
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Center Communities Of Brookline

    100 Centre Street, 
    Brookline, MA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Rhodes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Rhodes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Morning Sickness, Idiopathic Edema, and Jaundice.

    Thomas D. O'halloran
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Thomas O'halloran is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. O'halloran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Necrosis, and Acute Coronary Syndrome.

    Joseph P. Kannam
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Kannam is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kannam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    David Gomolin
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, Ground Floor, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    David Gomolin is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Gomolin has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Angina.

    Jessica A. Haffajee
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Haffajee is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Haffajee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrial Fibrillation.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Newton-Wellesley Physicians-Cardiology

    1450 Highland Ave Ste 2, 
    Needham,, MA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Meena Sundaram is a Cardiologist in Needham,, Massachusetts. Dr. Sundaram is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, and Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.

    Perminder Dhillon
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, 310 Chestnut Street, Needham

    310 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Perminder Dhillon is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Marston is a Cardiologist in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Marston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, High Cholesterol, Atherosclerosis, and Heart Attack.

    Stephen D. Wiviott
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Experienced in High Cholesterol

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen D. Wiviott, MD, FACC is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania and Harvard Medical School (HMS, Honors). He served as a Medicine resident and Chief Medical Resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). Following his medical residency training, he served as a Cardiology fellow at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and a Senior Investigator with the TIMI study group. He attends in the Levine Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and general Cardiology service at Brigham and Women's Hospital.As an investigator, Dr. Wiviott has played important roles in the planning, implementation, leadership, and interpretation of multicenter, national, and international clinical trials in acute coronary syndromes including the TRITON-TIMI 38 trial, PRINCIPLE-TIMI 44 and of the TIMI 38 Coronary Stent Registry. He has also served in leadership of trials of secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease as global PI of DECLARE – TIMI 58, CAMELLIA – TIMI 61, and DAPA ACT HF – TIMI 68 assessing CV safety and efficacy of metabolic therapies.  He is the Chairman of the TIMI Clinical Events Committee and recognized as an expert in event definitions and adjudications.  Dr. Wiviott is an author of over 200 peer-reviewed publications in major medical and cardiovascular journals including 15 original articles in the New England Journal of Medicine. He was named in 2014 and 2017 by Thomson Reuters and Clarivate Analytics as one of “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” and in 2016-2020 as a “Highly Cited Researcher,” recognitions inclusive of the top 1% of researchers in Clinical Medicine by citation.  Building on his trials experience, Dr. Wiviott serves as Vice President for Clinical Trials Research and Administration for Mass General Brigham and leads the Mass General Brigham Clinical Trials Office.  The CTO provides contracting, budgeting, and clinical trial management services for Mass General Brigham hospital investigators and industry sponsors and is tasked with supporting and growing clinical trials research at Mass General Brigham. Dr. Wiviott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

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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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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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