Module 3: Pediatric Drug Therapy: Pediatric Hyperlipemia and Management

Helén Dichek, MD 
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology, University of Washington; Director, Lipid Clinic, Seattle Children’s Hospital 

OBJECTIVES FOR LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be better able to:

1. Know the causes of hypercholesterolemia.
2. Know the causes of hypertriglyceridemia.
3. Know the role of weight reduction and physical activity to reduce lipids
4. Know pharmacologic treatments for hyperlipidemias

Presentation & Handout

Handout

Pediatric Hyperlipidemias and Management 

Video