The 20 Best High Cholesterol Doctors Near Me in Lakewood, WA

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The 20 Best High Cholesterol Doctors near Lakewood, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 236 doctor with experience in High Cholesterol near Lakewood, WA. Of these, 173 are Experienced, 60 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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236 providers found
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Physician Care NW

    5920 100th Street SW, # 31, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Kennel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Kennel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Kennel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    1608 S J St, Floor 3, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

    John Sashko
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Lakewood

    11307 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 200, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John Sashko provides health care for the whole family, from preventive care to acute and chronic conditions. He encourages his patients to take an active role in their health care, and strives to see patients the same day they call for an appointment. As a former pharmacist, Dr. Sashko embarked on his medical career in order to have a more active role in caring for patients.Dr. Sashko is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the Pierce County Medical Society. A long-time resident of the Pacific hobbies include fly fishing and fly tying. Dr. Sashko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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    Joanna F. Polistico
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - University Place

    7210 40th Street W, 
    University Place, WA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joanna Polistico, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Polistico believes that optimum health care is a right that everyone should have. Toward this end, she serves as a committed advocate for her patients' needs, working in partnership with her patients to offer up-to-date, evidence-based care and recommendations, and collaborating with specialty providers to whom they may be referred. She seeks to ensure her plan of care is fully understood so that patients may make informed health care decisions.Dr. Polistico is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Polistico is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Theodore K. Lau
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodore K. Lau, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with special interests in lipids management; complex coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease interventions; pacemaker implantation; and repair of structural heart defects.Dr. Lau is committed to providing state-of-the-art preventive, diagnostic and treatment options. He believes that actively involving each patient in the disease management process is the best way to improve patients' cardiovascular health and quality of life.Dr. Lau is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, and Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. Dr. Lau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Short QT Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

    Javier F. Yuvienco
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    J. Francisco L. Yuvienco, MD, FACP, is a board certified cardiologist with special medical interest in preventive cardiology; heart failure; cardiomyopathies; pregnancy and heart disease; vascular medicine; and valvular heart disease. He is committed to the highest standard of cardiovascular patient care and satisfaction, and treats each patient with respect and compassion.Dr. Yuvienco offers technologically advanced medicine, including multi-imaging modalities (i.e., TTE, 3D TEE, Peripheral Vascular Sonography, Nuclear Cardiology, PET Imaging and CT Angiography). He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Yuvienco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, and Necrosis.

    Marina Z. Jansen
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Jansen, MD, is a cardiologist who specializes in the care for adult heart failure patients age 18 and older.Dr. Jansen's goal is to ensure that her patients receive the benefits of the most recent, evidence-based treatment options. She strives to treat her patients as she would treat her own family, and believes that understanding and good communication are the crucial components of successful treatment and health maintenance.Dr. Jansen is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American Heart Association and American Society of Echocardiography. Dr. Jansen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Atrial Fibrillation.

    Quynh Vu
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Quynh Vu-Agbayani, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in adult patients. Her clinical interests include preventive cardiology, lipid disorders, valvular heart disease, heart failure, and women's heart health.She is dedicated to providing optimal, evidence-based care and actively involves patients in the disease management process through shared decision-making. She cares for her patients as she would a family member, with the utmost respect and compassion.Dr. Vu-Agbayani is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, and National Lipid Association.Away from work, she enjoys cooking, baking, hiking and traveling. Dr. Vu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Aortic Regurgitation, and Cardiomyopathy.

    Roberto (. Secaira
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    R. Antonio Secaira, MD, is a cardiologist with special interests in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease, as well as congenital and acquired structural disease of the heart and major arteries. Dr. Secaira is committed to providing the most up-to-date and comprehensive care possible. He emphasizes open communication, believing that a well-informed patient is his best ally in improving each patient's health and quality of life.Dr. Secaira is a member of the American College of Cardiology and holds board certifications in cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology. He is fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Secaira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, and Angioplasty.

    Lucy Lin
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lucy Lin, MD, specializes in managing heart disease in adult patients. She has experience and training in cardiovascular imaging modalities including echocardiography, nuclear imaging and cardiovascular CT scans. Her medical interests also include valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathies, heart failure and preventive cardiology.Dr. Lin partners with patients, family members and referring providers to deliver exceptional, tailored medical care through shared decision-making. She strives to help patients to understand their cardiovascular disease while incorporating evidence-based diagnostic and treatment options.Dr. Lin is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology and Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography.In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, traveling, snowboarding and running. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Atherosclerosis, and Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.

    Raza H. Orakzai
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Advanced in High Cholesterol

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raza Orakzai, MD, FACC, FASNC, is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease in adults. Dr. Orakzai is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with additional board certification in echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and cardiac CT.Dr. Orakzai was drawn to medicine by both an intense curiosity and real commitment to helping people through knowledge, compassion, understanding and patience. He strives to deliver expert care by taking the time to hear and understand each patient's perspective, communicating treatment options clearly, and ensuring coordinated care. Dr. Orakzai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Christine N. Macatuno
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Macatuno, MD, provides high quality, compassionate care to adults, with special medical interest in geriatrics and experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions.Dr. Macatuno emphasizes preventive care and encourages open communication, cooperation and respect. While she serves as a strong advocate for her patients, she also believes each patient plays a starring role in their own well-being. Dr. Macatuno is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Shahrooz Zandnia
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Spanaway

    144 169th Street S, 
    Spanaway, WA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahrooz Zandnia, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering patient-centered care for adults, from health maintenance to chronic disease management.Dr. Zandnia emphasizes preventive medicine, empowering his patients to adopt a healthy lifestyle to minimize medication use, avoid disease and its complications, and optimize wellness.Dr. Zandnia is a member of the American Medical Association and American College of Physicians. Dr. Zandnia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Office

    5920 100th St SW Ste 31, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Courtney Kennel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Kennel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

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

    Lakewood

    5920 100th St SW Ste 11, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ulrich Birlenbach is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Birlenbach is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Costochondritis, Tietz Syndrome, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Minh-triet Vo
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic On Gravelly Lake

    9537 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Suite E10, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Minh-Triet Vo, DO, is a family medicine physician who offers primary care to patients of all ages, newborns to seniors. He has a special interest in osteopathic manipulation for those patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain, including tension headaches.Dr. Vo enjoys connecting with his patients and walking with them on their journey toward optimum health of mind, body and spirit.Dr. Vo is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and Washington Osteopathic Medical Association. Dr. Vo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Scoliosis, and Low Blood Sugar.

    Jessy E. Ang Jr
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic On Gravelly Lake

    9537 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Suite E10, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessy Ang Jr., MD, is a board-certified family physician with special medical interest in the care of patients from adolescence and beyond.Open-minded, patient and a willing listener, Dr. Ang takes a team approach to care, partnering with each patient and developing the trust necessary to ensure concerns are revealed and addressed.Dr. Ang is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association. Dr. Ang Jr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Sciatica, Pachydermoperiostosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Yilei Gu
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Lakewood

    11307 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 200, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Yilei Gu, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Gu strives to provide comprehensive and compassionate care guided by the latest medical guidelines.Dr. Gu is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.Outside of work, Dr. Gu enjoys piano, cycling, traveling and cooking. Dr. Gu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Scoliosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Pain.

    Joseph W. Regimbal
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in High Cholesterol
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Lakewood

    11307 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 200, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Regimbal, MD, is a board-certified physician who specializes in internal medicine and geriatrics. Dr. Regimbal treats patients with severe cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, respiratory, genitourinary, musculoskeletal and metabolic conditions. He also is an investigator in a number of clinical studies that focus on Alzheimer's Disease, diabetes, pneumonia, hypertension and more. Dr. Regimbal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Peptic Ulcer, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Necrosis.

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

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Lakewood

    11307 Bridgeport Way SW Ste 200, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of High Cholesterol. His top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Insomnia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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 Lakewood, WA?

    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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