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

Describe the association of Lp(a) with risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Identify patients for Lp(a) screening
Apply Lp(a) results towards cardiovascular risk assessment
Provide current treatment strategies for patients with high Lp(a)
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

Case Presentation & Q&A

Current Treatment Strategies for Elevated Lp(a)

Keynote Lecture- The Initial Journey to Develop a Therapy

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

Lp(a) and Risk for Peripheral Vascular Disease

Lp(a) and Risk for Stroke

Lp(a) Biology and Role in Atherosclerosis

Lp(a) in Females and Effect of Hormones

Novel Lp(a)-Lowering Therapies in Development

Welcome & Introductions

Where Does Lp(a) fit in Current Guidelines