Cholesterol is a fatty substance that occurs naturally in the body. A person's diet and genetics can also affect the amount of cholesterol in the body and when there is too much, it is called hypercholesterolemia.



 

 ## Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

  department###  [Cardiovascular Center](/departments/cardiovascular-center) 

 A department providing cardiology care for heart and vascular conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and vascular disease, wit… 

 

 

  department###  [Nutrition and Weight Management](/departments/nutrition-and-weight-management) 

 A program providing diet and nutrition and weight management services through a multidisciplinary team, including personalized plans, education, and long-term support to help pati… 

 

 

  department###  [Preventive Cardiology](/departments/cardiovascular-center/preventive-cardiology) 

 A program within the Cardiovascular Center providing preventive cardiology care to reduce risk for heart disease, manage cholesterol and blood pressure, and support heart health t…