Description

This case-based program explored practical evidence-based strategies to manage cardiovascular risk in women, with a focus on lipids and the menopause transition.

Program Objectives

• Apply gender-specific risk stratification strategies for managing dyslipidemia in women
• Manage lipid-lowering therapy for women in high risk primary and secondary prevention
• Discuss menopause transition and its impact on cardiovascular risk
• Review the role of menopausal therapy and its effects on cardiovascular risk

Faculty

• Tara Sedlak, MD, FRCPC, MBA
• Beth Abramson, MD, MSC, FRCPC, FACC

Moderator

• Christine Palmay, MD, CCFP, FCFP

This program was developed by CCRN and has received unrestricted educational grant funding.

Program slides:

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