What We Treat

Early detection. Personalized treatment. Lifelong impact.

At LipiKids Heart Center, we provide a full spectrum of pediatric cardiovascular care—from cholesterol disorders and genetic lipid conditions to everyday cardiology concerns like murmurs or chest pain. Everything we do is grounded in science, delivered with warmth, and focused on protecting your child’s future heart health.


Preventive Cardiology

We’re Canada’s only pediatric preventive cardiology clinic in a community setting—specializing in identifying and reducing heart disease risk before it begins.

  • Manage elevated cholesterol early to protect lifelong health.

    We support families with lifestyle and dietary interventions proven to lower LDL and improve lipid profiles. When needed, we guide pharmacotherapy with care and clarity.

    Includes:

    • Lipid panel screening

    • Nutritional and exercise guidance

    • Medication plans (if clinically indicated)

    Regular follow-up and monitoring

  • Spot what runs in the family—before it becomes a threat.

    Some cholesterol issues stem from inherited conditions like familial hypercholesterolemia. We specialize in early identification and long-term management.

    Includes:

    • Family history assessments

    • Genetic screening and counseling

    • Tailored care plans

    • Coordination with primary care and specialists

  • We measure what matters—for lifelong heart protection.

    Using non-invasive tests and advanced risk profiling, we help families understand and manage their child’s unique cardiovascular risk.

    Includes:

    • ECG (electrocardiogram)

    • Echocardiogram

    • Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring

    • Exercise tolerance testing

    • Lipoprotein(a) testing

    Cardiometabolic screening for obesity, PCOS, diabetes

General Pediatric Cardiology

We assess and manage a wide range of heart-related symptoms in children and teens—from minor concerns to complex conditions.

    • Heart murmurs

    • Chest pain

    • Fainting (syncope)

    • Irregular heartbeat or palpitations

    • Exercise intolerance

    • Suspected arrhythmias

    • Structural heart disease

    Family history of arrhythmias or congenital heart defects

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG)

    • Echocardiography

    • Holter monitoring / ambulatory rhythm monitoring

    • Exercise stress testing

    • Referral for advanced imaging, if needed

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer cholesterol panels, echocardiograms, ECGs, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, and more.

  • Most of our tests are non-invasive and child-friendly, designed to be stress-free for families.

  • High cholesterol often has no visible symptoms but may be suspected in children with a family history of heart disease. Very high levels may have skin and eye findings like yellow fat deposits in tendons, skin or eyelids.

  • Yes, especially if there are genetic risk factors or lifestyle contributors. Early detection is key.