Key Note: Need a Statin? There Are Options

For High Blood Pressure Education Month, our May episode focused on the link between hypertension and high cholesterol, which, together, can significantly raise the risk of heart disease, stroke and other serious illnesses. Our guest Dr. Mary Gover, a general internist at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care, also shared new cholesterol screening guidelines that have the potential to keep us healthy longer. In our May Key Note, Dr. Gover discusses alternatives to traditional statin treatment that offer more choices for those trying to keep their cholesterol in check.

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Guest Bio

Mary Gover, MD, is a general internist with Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care. Dr. Gover received her medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed her Internal Medicine residency with a focus on primary care at Montefiore Einstein and served as chief resident for that program. Dr. Gover has held leadership roles in medical education and practice administration. Above all else, Dr. Gover is passionate about patient care. She believes not only in the importance of clinical excellence and expertise but also in collaboration and partnership. She is certified in health coaching through Wellcoaches, with the aim of furthering patients’ personal health goals and overall wellness.