Valentina Kon
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Event celebrates new holders of endowed chairs at Vanderbilt
Seven faculty members of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine named to endowed chairs were honored for their academic achievements during a celebration on Wednesday at the Student Life Center. Read MoreApr 23, 2015
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Kidney disease impacts HDL function
Chronic kidney disease impairs the protective functions of HDL, Vanderbilt researchers report this month. Read MoreFeb 11, 2015
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‘Good Cholesterol’ Levels Don’t Tell the Whole Story
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is known as “good cholesterol” because elevated levels protect against heart attacks and plaque buildup. However, in some cases HDL may not function properly and may actually accelerate the disease. Read MoreDec 23, 2014
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Major grant spurs deeper look into ‘good cholesterol’
In some cases, HDL, the "good cholesterol," may not function properly and may actually accelerate atherosclerosis. Read MoreAug 21, 2014
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HDL cholesterol impaired in kidney disease
HDL cholesterol is impaired in patients with chronic kidney disease – and may increase their cardiovascular disease risk. Read MoreJan 21, 2013