The Section of Cardiovascular Research is nationally and internationally renowned for expertise in lipids, atherosclerosis, hypertension, biomarkers, genetics and preventive cardiology.
Lipid Disorders
The Lipid Metabolism and Atherosclerosis Clinic provides specialized care for patients with lipid disorders to prevent cardiovascular disease events such as heart attack and stroke. To make an appointment, call 713-798-5800.
Hypertension
Section faculty combine decades of experience in the field of hypertension and antihypertensive therapy with ongoing advances in therapeutics and prevention for exceptional patient care, which focuses on the role of blood pressure in cardiovascular risk assessment, improving management of hypertension, and optimizing blood pressure to prevent cardiovascular disease events. To make an appointment, call 713-798-0180.
Clinical Trials
Section faculty members conduct clinical research to evaluate the effects of diet and drug interventions on cardiovascular disease risk factors as well as the use of imaging modalities to detect and monitor atherosclerosis. Individuals interested in participating are encouraged to contact study coordinators to determine eligibility.
Qualified participants are essential to medical research and make important contributions to improving medical practice and human health. Ongoing studies include NIH-supported projects and industry-sponsored research.
