Lipid (High Cholesterol) Clinic

If you have high cholesterol, you’re not alone. About one in four Minnesota adults have too much fat in their blood, raising their risk of heart attack and stroke. You can reduce your risk with help from the Lipid Clinic at CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center in St. Cloud. It’s the only clinic of its kind in Central and West Central Minnesota. We’ll give you the tools, resources and education to enjoy a healthier life.

Doctors & Care Team

Types of Lipids

Total cholesterol
LDL (bad) cholesterol
HDL (good) cholesterol
Triglycerides

Who We Help

You might benefit from our clinic if you:

Have high lipid (cholesterol) lab results
Have relatives with high cholesterol
Have a personal or family history of heart problems
Still have high cholesterol after diet and medication changes
Experience side effects from cholesterol medicine

Dr. Kidd and team member

Request an Appointment

Call 320-656-7020 to reach CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center. Ask your insurance provider if your plan requires a referral for coverage of your appointment. In-person and video visits are available.

Team Approach

Your care team may include:

Cardiologists (heart doctors) – Diagnose and treat high blood pressure
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants – Help oversee your ongoing care
Nurses – Monitor your health and answer your questions
Dietitians – Make personal nutrition plans to lower your cholesterol
Pharmacists – Help you understand your drugs and possible side effects
Genetic counselors – Review your family history to learn about your genetic risk for high cholesterol

What We Do

Based on your needs, we might recommend:

Changes to your diet
More physical activity
Medicine that has fewer side effects than statins (drugs that reduce how much cholesterol your liver makes)
Clinical trials of new treatment options

We’ll talk with you, your cardiologist and your primary care team to make a care plan that works for you.