Penn Medicine Advanced Lipid Management Everything you need to know about lipoprotein(a) 2026

1. Overview

The Penn Medicine Advanced Lipid Management Everything you need to know about lipoprotein(a) 2026 course provides a comprehensive, expert-led deep dive into Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)]. The program covers the fundamental biology of Lp(a), its role in atherosclerosis, associated risks for various cardiovascular diseases, current management guidelines, and emerging therapies.

Course Date: Friday, February 6, 2026, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Online

2. Learning Objectives

1. Describe the association of Lp(a) with risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
2. Identify patients for Lp(a) screening
3. Apply Lp(a) results towards cardiovascular risk assessment
4. Provide current treatment strategies for patients with high Lp(a)
5. Review upcoming novel Lp(a)-lowering therapies in development

3. Target Audience

Best for cardiologists and lipidologists who want updates on Lp(a) biology, cardiovascular risk assessment, and novel lowering therapies.

4. Topics

1. Case Presentation & Q&A

2. Current Treatment Strategies for Elevated Lp(a)

3. Keynote Lecture- The Initial Journey to Develop a Therapy

4. Lp(a) and Risk for Coronary Disease and Aortic Stenosis

5. Lp(a) and Risk for Peripheral Vascular Disease

6. Lp(a) and Risk for Stroke

7. Lp(a) Biology and Role in Atherosclerosis

8. Lp(a) in Females and Effect of Hormones

9. Novel Lp(a)-Lowering Therapies in Development

10. Welcome & Introductions

11. Where Does Lp(a) fit in Current Guidelines