What Causes High LP(a) and How to Lower Risk with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst MD FACC FASE

If you've recently learned that you or someone you love has high lipoprotein(a), also known as LP(a), you're not alone, and you're not powerless. In this episode, you'll learn the 10 most important things to know about LP(a), including what it means, how it affects your heart, the role of genetics, and what you can do right now to protect your health. From current treatments to cutting-edge research and actionable lifestyle changes, this is your ultimate guide to understanding and managing high LP(a).  Key Time Stamps:  00:20 – What is LP(a) and why should you care?  01:12 – How LP(a) is inherited and how common it is  02:25 – Risks associated with high LP(a)  03:16 – Why heart disease is so common and often undiagnosed  04:16 – Imaging tests that actually determines your heart disease risk  06:45 – What treatments exist for high LP(a) and what’s coming in 2026  08:22 – Preventing heart disease even without specifically targeting LP(a)  11:10 – Understanding aortic valve stenosis and your risk  11:55 – LP(a) and blood clot risk: Should you take baby aspirin?  12:55 – Why 90% of heart disease is preventable  14:25 – What the Heart Longevity Program at HealthspanMD does  16:45 – Advanced testing, imaging, and personalized care with a comprehensive team at HealthspanMD  19:08 – Turning your health strategy into a system for lasting results  20:45 – Final call to action: How to take the first step toward better heart health    This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.    Connect with HealthspanMD:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthspanmd/   https://www.facebook.com/healthspanmd   https://www.instagram.com/healthspanmd/  https://quiz.healthspanmd.com/     🏆 Become a Member / 🤝 Partner With Dr. Hurst and His Expert Team To Add a Decade or More Of Healthy Life   At HealthspanMD, we combine cutting-edge medicine, advanced technology, and concierge care to help high-achievers avoid heart attacks, strokes, dementia.      🔍 Learn how patients add years to their lives by going to 👉 https://www.healthspanmd.com.   📅 Or Schedule a Call Directly with a HealthspanMD Dedicated Patient Advisor by clicking 👉 https://join.healthspanmd.com/call     This show is produced by Mathew Blades and Integrity Media Solutions  LLC