Alinea Program

Alinea Program

Personalized cholesterol Management &

Cardiovascular Prevention

Alinea means "a new beginning" or "a new way of thinking"—a fitting name for a clinic that redefines how we approach your cardiovascular health.

The Alinea Clinic at Hawaii Heart Associates is a specialized lipid and cardiovascular prevention clinic focused on personalized care. Your evaluation begins with a thorough and tailored evaluation of your cardiovascular risk.

Guided by a board-certified lipidologist, Dr. Ryan Smith, we use advanced imaging, physiological assessments, and detailed laboratory testing to create a prevention and treatment plan that is uniquely designed for you.

Doctor explaining to patient during consultation with stethoscope, clipboard, and medical documents on table

What We Treat

We specialize in evaluating and managing complex lipid and metabolic conditions, including:

  • Familial Hyperlipidemia
    Genetic causes of high cholesterol that may lead to early heart disease if left untreated.

  • Elevated Lipoprotein(a)
    A hereditary risk factor for premature atherosclerosis, heart attacks, stroke, premature valvular calcification and peripheral arterial disease.

  • Cardiometabolic Syndrome
    A combination of conditions including high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and abnormal cholesterol that significantly increase your risk of heart disease and diabetes.

  • Elevated Coronary Artery Calcium Score
    A marker of plaque buildup in the arteries, indicating a higher risk of heart attack even in those without symptoms.

Diagram showing a comparison of LDL and Lp(a) particles, highlighting various components such as apo(B) and apo(a).

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