The 20 Best Hyperlipidemia Type 3 Doctors Near Me in Santa Maria, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Hyperlipidemia Type 3 near Santa Maria, CA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    1510 E. Main Street, Suite 104-C, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Choi is a board certified cardiologist who is proud to serve the CentralCoast of California. Dr. Choi received his Bachelor of Arts from the University ofPennsylvania and his Medical Doctorate from the Jacobs School of Medicine andBiomedical Sciences in New York. He completed his internal medicineresidency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, one of Harvard MedicalSchool’s major teaching hospitals. He completed his cardiology fellowship atUCLA Medical Center, where he served as Chief Cardiology Fellow.Dr. Choi provides cardiology services to Arroyo Grande Community Hospital aswell as Marian Regional Medical Center, where he previously served as Chair ofMedicine. He is the current Medical Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Centerin Santa Maria. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. Dr. Choi is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Choi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    CCFC - Chapel Office

    915 E Stowell Rd, Ste B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Okerblom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Okerblom is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Okerblom is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    CCFM - Palisades

    220 S Palisade Dr, Ste 104B, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Central Coast Family Care of Santa Maria is dedicated to providing high quality primary health care in Santa Maria and Orcutt. Our doctors believe in long-term relationships with their patients based on clear communication. These relationships are our highest priority, & we will always strive to be advocates for your health care needs. Our groups physicians are dedicated to working together seven days a week to provide state-of-the-art health care at convenient locations in Santa Maria & Orcutt. Dr. Desmond is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Desmond is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Desmond is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Midcoast Cardiovascular Associates

    220 S Palisade Dr, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We strive to provide caring compassionate, state of the art, cardiac care to all our patients. With over 17 years experience in complex cardiovascular disease management . We value the trust patients and families place in us and enjoy the personal relations that form during treatment. This philosophy has lead to numerous satisfied patients and many life long friends. Dr. Ginkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Degos Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Ginkel is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Ginkel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine

    Michael Kazak MD Inc.

    1040 W Main St, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kazak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Kazak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Memory Loss, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Enlarged Liver.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine

    Med Plus Central Coast

    2271 S Depot St, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine

    Primary Care - Dignity Health - Nipomo, CA

    697 W Tefft St, 
    Nipomo, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kim is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and has been working as a Primary Care physician for more than 10 years. She completed her BA in Biology from Harvard University and earned her Medical Degree from New York Medical College. Dr. Kim served as Chief Resident in Pediatrics at LA County USC Hospital where she also completed her Internal Medicine Residency. She, her husband, and two children moved to the Central Coast from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to be closer to family and are enjoying hiking, swimming/surfing and exploring this areaMy philosophy has always been to treat every patient like family and take care of the whole person. I try to listen to patients and get to the root of what is bothering them. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Kim is board certified in Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Chc

    260 Station Way, Ste A, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Bhat is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Geriatric Medicine). Dr. Bhat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    CHC. Nipomo Health Center

    150 Tejas Pl, 
    Nipomo, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalia Schwartz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    CHC. Nipomo Health Center

    150 Tejas Pl, 
    Nipomo, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emilia Ambrosio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Ambrosio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    Office

    2801 Santa Maria Way Ste A, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steve Clarke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Clarke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    Laura J. Theis, MD Private Practice

    Santa Maria, CA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Theis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia. Dr. Theis is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Theis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    405 Traffic Way, Suite A, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Thom is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Thom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Internal Medicine

    Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

    260 Station Way, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reshma Mahmood is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Mahmood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipidemia Type 3
    Family Medicine

    CHC The Doctor's Office

    1057 E Grand Ave, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Welch is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Welch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipidemia Type 3. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hyperlipidemia Type 3?

    Hyperlipidemia type 3 is an inherited condition that disrupts the normal breakdown of fats (lipids) in the body, causing a large amount of certain fatty materials to build up in the body. Some individuals never have symptoms of this condition. Symptoms usually do not appear unless a second genetic or environmental factor adds to increased lipid levels. Symptoms may include: yellowish lipid-filled bumps on the skin (xanthomas), inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), and a buildup of fat in the blood vessels (atherosclerosis). Hyperlipidemia type 3 may lead to the development of cardiovascular disease. This condition is caused by genetic changes in the APOE gene. The inheritance of this condition is considered to be complicated, as having genetic changes in the APOE gene often does not lead to the development of symptoms without the influence of other factors. Most people with symptoms of Hyperlipidemia type 3 have two genetic changes in the APOE gene, inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

    When should I see a Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctors near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctors near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hyperlipidemia Type 3 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctors near Santa Maria, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hyperlipidemia Type 3 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 Hyperlipidemia Type 3 doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hyperlipidemia Type 3 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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