#508: ASCVD Risk & Lipids Update! PREVENT, ApoB, Lp(a) + Next-Gen Therapies

#508: ASCVD Risk & Lipids Update! PREVENT, ApoB, Lp(a) + Next-Gen Therapies

Author: The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast December 15, 2025 Duration: 1:35:11
Master cardiovascular disease prevention! Learn how to apply the new PREVENT risk calculator, use the CPR framework for risk reclassification, and interpret ApoB and Lp(a) in modern lipid management. We’re joined by Dr. Laurence Sperling to break down what’s new in ASCVD risk assessment and prevention.

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Show Segments

  • Intro
  • Case 1 from Kashlak 
  • Risk assessment framework
  • ApoB and Non-HDL cholesterol
  • Lipoprotein(a) and its importance
  • The PREVENT risk score and its implications
  • Statins and other lipid lowering therapies
  • The role of diet and lifestyle in lipid management
  • Case 2 from Kashlak
  • Familial Hypercholesterolemia diagnosis and management
  • Key takeaways
  • Outro

Credits

  • Producer, Writer, Shownotes, Infographic, and Cover art: Ben Furman, MPH 
  • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
  • Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD
  • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Laurence Sperling, MD 

Disclosures

Dr. Sperling reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures.


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