The 20 Best Sitosterolemia Doctors Near Me in Waltham, MA

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The 20 Best Sitosterolemia Doctors near Waltham, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 545 doctor with experience in Sitosterolemia near Waltham, MA. Of these, 471 are Experienced, 69 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Evan Appelbaum
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Men's Health Boston

    200 Boylston Street, Suite A309, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (5.0 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 Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Joerg P. Oettgen
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

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

    Joerg Oettgen is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Oettgen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia and High Cholesterol.

    Leonard S. Lilly
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

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

    Dr. Leonard Stuart Lilly is chief of the Cardiology Division at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and a cardiovascular medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). In addition, he is a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS).He received his medical degree from Albany Medical College. He then completed an internal medicine residency at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital (now BWH) and a cardiovascular disease fellowship at BWH. He is board certified in both internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.Dr. Lilly’s clinical interests include general and preventive cardiology, hypertension, lipid disorders, noninvasive imaging and diagnostic challenges. For the past 30 years, he has been very involved in teaching cardiovascular medicine at HMS and BWH. In addition, he is the senior editor of Pathophysiology of Heart Disease, a widely read textbook. He was listed as one of America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly. Dr. Lilly is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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    Thomas E. Noonan
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

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

    Dr. Thomas Edward Noonan is a cardiovascular medicine specialist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In addition, he is an instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School. He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.Dr. Noonan received his medical degree from Pennsylvania State Hershey College of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and a cardiology fellowship at Boston Medical Center. He is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.The author of more than four peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Noonan’s research focuses on cardiomyopathy and coronary stenosis. Dr. Noonan’s clinical interests include adult cardiology, cardiac catheterization, and echocardiography. Rhode Island Monthly has listed him as a Top Doctor/Cardiology. Dr. Noonan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology

    Office

    40 Second Ave Ste 520, 
    Waltham,, MA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Gracin is a Cardiologist in Waltham,, Massachusetts. Dr. Gracin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Orthostatic Hypotension, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Elfers Cardiovascular Center

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

    Giulia Sheftel is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Sheftel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Elfers Cardiovascular Center

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

    Alisa Rosen is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, and Atherosclerosis.

    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Elfers Cardiovascular Center

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

    Sophie Wells is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Carotid Artery Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Cardiology

    Newton-Wellesley Cardiovascular Center

    2014 Washington St # 2, 
    Newton, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George John is a Cardiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. John is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Peter H. Stone
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

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

    Dr. Peter H. Stone is director of the Vascular Profiling Research Group and the Cardiovascular Division Faculty Mentorship Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. A cardiovascular medicine specialist, he is also a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Stone received his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. He completed an internal medicine residency at University of California, San Francisco Medical Center, a cardiology fellowship at Pacific Medical Center (now California Pacific Medical Center) and cardiology research fellowship at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital. Dr. Stone is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.His research focuses on coronary artery disease (CAD), specifically the vascular biology of atherosclerosis, innovative strategies to risk-stratify individual coronary plaques and novel pharmacologic and device CAD therapies. He leads multicenter clinical trials investigating risk assessment of coronary plaques, and new anti-ischemia therapies. He has written over 190 peer-reviewed publications and received research funding from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Stone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Jorge Plutzky
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Cardiology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (7.5 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 Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Atherosclerosis, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Jon W. Cronin
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    South Shore Internal Medicine Associates, Inc

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

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

    John D. Hackett
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine

    BILHPC, Waltham Family Medicine, 75 Third Ave

    75 Third Avenue, 
    Waltham, MA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Hackett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waltham, Massachusetts. Dr. Hackett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    521 Mount Auburn St Ste 202, 
    Watertown, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Spivak is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watertown, Massachusetts. Dr. Spivak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Acute Coronary Syndrome.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    521 Mount Auburn St Ste 202, 
    Watertown, MA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Cutler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watertown, Massachusetts. Dr. Cutler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Pseudobulbar Affect, Tardive Dyskinesia, and Movement Disorders.

    Philip Triffletti
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Philip Triffletti MD, PLLC

    1400 Centre Street, Suite 104, 
    Newton Centre, MA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Triffletti is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. Dr. Triffletti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Gout.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    22 Mill St Ste 110, 
    Arlington, MA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Burns is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Burns is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Group PC

    11 Water St Ste 1A, 
    Arlington, MA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Zucker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Zucker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, and Chronic Pain.

    Wayne Altman
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sitosterolemia
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Group PC

    11 Water St Ste 1A, 
    Arlington, MA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wayne Altman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Altman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Pain.

    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sitosterolemia
    Internal Medicine

    Women's Health Associates Inc

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

    William Maher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. Dr. Maher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sitosterolemia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Sitosterolemia, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Chronic Cough.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Sitosterolemia?

    Sitosterolemia is a condition in which fatty substances (lipids) from vegetable oils, nuts, and other plant-based foods accumulate in the blood and tissues. These lipids are called plant sterols (or phytosterols). Sitosterol is one of several plant sterols that accumulate in this disorder, with a blood level 30 to 100 times greater than normal. Cholesterol, a similar fatty substance found in animal products, is mildly to moderately elevated in many people with sitosterolemia. Cholesterol levels are particularly high in some affected children. However, some people with sitosterolemia have normal cholesterol levels.

    When should I see a Sitosterolemia doctor near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia doctor near Waltham, 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 Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia 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 Sitosterolemia doctors near Waltham, MA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sitosterolemia 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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