“11.3% of U.S. adults have high total cholesterol, and 8% of U.S. adults had high cholesterol but had never been told by a healthcare provider that it was high.”

At North Chattahoochee Family Physicians, our Atlanta cholesterol experts deliver comprehensive, compassionate care designed to improve your heart health and lower long-term cardiac risk.

We look beyond the numbers, finding the root causes of high cholesterol and building a customized plan that fits your goals, preferences, and daily life.

There are four main cholesterol markers that are checked during a fasting blood test. 

• LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein)
  Often called “bad cholesterol.” High LDL levels can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, increasing your risk for heart attack and stroke.

• HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)
  Known as “good cholesterol.” HDL helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream and carries it back to the liver for disposal, offering protection against heart disease.

• Total Cholesterol
  A combined measurement of LDL, HDL, and other lipid components. It gives an overview of your cholesterol status but needs LDL and HDL breakdown for full interpretation.

• Triglycerides
  A type of fat in the blood. High levels are linked to increased cardiovascular risk, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome. They often rise with excess sugar intake, alcohol, or abdominal weight gain.

When levels become too high—especially LDL or “bad” cholesterol—it can lead to plaque buildup in the arteries, increasing your risk of coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart attacks.

The combination of diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol is called metabolic syndrome — and it significantly raises cardiovascular risk.

Your treatment plan may include:

• Blood testing and regular monitoring of LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. We also offer advanced lipid testing, including Lipoprotein A, Apolipoprotein B, Homocysteine, and other markers of cardiovascular health ( Hemoglobin A1c, C-reactive Protein)
• Nutrition and lifestyle counseling tailored to your needs
• Medication management when diet and exercise aren’t enough
• Weight loss and preventive care to reduce cardiovascular risks, including using intermittent fasting vs ketogenic principles
• Ongoing follow-ups to track progress and maintain healthy habits

We partner with you to make lasting changes that improve your heart health for life.

• Trusted high cholesterol specialists in Atlanta

• Personalized, evidence-based care plans

• Integrated support for nutrition, weight, and blood pressure management

• Compassionate care for patients of all ages

“Lower inflammation, lower your LDL. Know your numbers. Take charge.”

Our providers work together to help patients understand and manage cholesterol through lifestyle medicine, preventive care, and long-term support.

 Schedule a visit with a high cholesterol specialist in Atlanta at North Chattahoochee Family Physicians to get a clear understanding of your risks and a customized plan for better health.

Call (770) 497-1555 or visit our Contact Page to book your preventive medicine appointment.

“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.”