The 20 Best Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 Doctors Near Me in Needham, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 51 doctor with experience in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 near Needham, MA. Of these, 45 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Paul J. Pettinato
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    Seen Medical Group Of MA, P.C.

    15 Oak Street, Suite3, 
    Needham, MA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Pettinato is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Pettinato is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Sitosterolemia.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Cardiology

    Newton-Wellesley Primary Care-Wellesley Hills

    978 Worcester St Fl 2, 
    Wellesley, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rifat Dweik is a Cardiologist in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Dr. Dweik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Elfers Cardiovascular Center

    2014 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Newton, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stefanos Parpos is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Parpos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Ectopic Heartbeat, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.

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    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Elfers Cardiovascular Center

    2014 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, 
    Newton, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yamini Levitzky is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Levitzky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Mark D. Benson
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    185 Pilgrim Road, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Benson is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Benson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Angioplasty, and Heart Transplant.

    Jon W. Cronin
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    South Shore Internal Medicine Associates, Inc

    100 Highland Street, Suite 300, 
    Milton, MA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon Cronin is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Cronin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    65 Walnut St Ste 420, 
    Wellesley Hills, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Tofias is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. Dr. Tofias has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

    Jorge Plutzky
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (5.8 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Atherosclerosis, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Patrick T. O'gara
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick T. O'Gara, MD, is the Director of Strategic Planning for the Cardiovascular Division at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the Watkins Family Distinguished Chair in Cardiology and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. His clinical activities are focused on patients with valvular heart disease, other structural heart diseases and aortic diseases, although he also maintains a large practice of general cardiology. Since 2001, he has been named annually among the Top Doctors in Boston and the U.S.O'Gara served as President of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) in 2014-15. Additional ACC leadership positions include his roles as Co-Chair of the ACC 2012 Scientific Session program committee, co-directorship of the ACC Board Review Course for Certification and Recertification, and Editor-in-Chief of the ACC Self-Assessment Program (ACCSAP). He served as Chair of the American Heart Association's (AHA's) Council on Clinical Cardiology from 2003-2005 and as the inaugural Editor of Heart Insight magazine from 2006 to 2011. In 2011, he received the Paul Dudley White Award from the Boston Division of the AHA Founder's Affiliate and has also been recognized with the Laennec Master Clinician Award (2011) and the Laennec Clinician Educator Award (2012). O'Gara was Chair of the writing committee for the 2013 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Management of Patients with ST-Elevation MI and has participated in several other guideline, expert consensus, scientific advisory and appropriate use criteria writing groups.He is currently the Vice-Chair for the AHA/ACC Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines. He is also the Steering Committee Co-Chair of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's Cardiothoracic Surgery Network, which has completed 3 groundbreaking, randomized controlled trials in cardiac surgery. O’Gara serves as Associate Editor for JAMA Cardiology and is a member of the Editorial Boards of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and Circulation. He has lectured widely and authored or co-authored over 250 original manuscripts, chapters, critical reviews, statements and editorials. Dr. O'gara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Junyang Lou
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Cardiology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Junyang Lou is a Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Arterial Embolism, Angioplasty, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Department Of Cardiology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Deferranti is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Deferranti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. Her top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Coronary Artery Fistula, Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, and Congenital Mitral Stenosis.

    Michael Y. Mi
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Baker 304, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mi is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Patent Foramen Ovale, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and High Cholesterol.

    Daniel S. Kirshenbaum
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    South Shore Internal Medicine Associates, Inc

    100 Highland Street, Suite 300, 
    Milton, MA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Kirshenbaum is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Kirshenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Fainting, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine

    Office

    173 Worcester St, 
    Wellesley Hills, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Chodirker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. Dr. Chodirker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Sitosterolemia, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine

    Office

    65 Walnut St Ste 420, 
    Wellesley Hills, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Young is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Obesity, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Family Medicine

    Office

    65 Walnut St Ste 420, 
    Wellesley Hills, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonard Finn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. Dr. Finn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    Personalized Medical Care

    200 Boylston St Ste 311, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Finocchiaro is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Finocchiaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Acute Pain, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Internal Medicine

    SMG Chestnut Hill Primary Care And OB/GYN

    822 Boylston St Ste 102, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Paquette is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Paquette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Chiari Malformation Type 1, Brain Herniation, Balanitis, and Chiari Malformation.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4

    SMG Cardiovascular Medicine At St. Elizabeth's Medical Center

    736 Cambridge St, 
    Brighton, MA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Johnstone is a Cardiologist in Brighton, Massachusetts. Dr. Johnstone has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Necrosis, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Department Of Cardiology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shannon Lyon is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lyon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Ventricular Septal Defects, Congenital Mitral Stenosis, and Pulmonary Valves Agenesis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4?

    Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IV, also known as carbohydrate-inducible hyperlipemia, is a condition in which an individual has high levels of very low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides (types of fat) in their blood. High levels of very low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and triglycerides can cause atherosclerosis, or the build-up of plaques of fatty cholesterol in the artery walls, which can lead to heart disease or stroke. Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IV is believed to occur in individuals who have a genetic predisposition for the disease and from consuming carbohydrates and alcohol.

    When should I see a Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctors near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctors near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor near Needham, 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctors near Needham, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 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 Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4 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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