UNC Cardiovascular Prevention Clinic

🫀 Welcome to the UNC Chapel Hill Cardiovascular Prevention Clinic

Your Heart Health, Our Priority

At our UNC Cardiovascular Prevention Clinic, we help individuals take control of their heart health – especially those at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Whether you’re concerned about your family history, past medical treatments, or early signs of risk, our team is here to support your journey toward lifelong wellness.

💡 Who We Help

We specialize in caring for individuals who:

• Have a strong family history of early heart disease
• Are cancer survivors with prior treatments (such as chemotherapy or radiation) that may affect long-term heart health
• Have modest elevations in cholesterol, blood pressure, or blood sugar and want to get back on track [please see our lipid and hypertension clinic for difficult cases]
• Are interested in preventive strategies like diet and exercise management
• Want to explore advanced cardiovascular testing, including:
  • Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scoring
  • Advanced lipid and inflammatory blood tests
  • Cardiorespiratory fitness testing

🧪 What We Offer

Our clinic provides a comprehensive, personalized approach to prevention:

• Risk Assessment: We evaluate your personal and family history, lifestyle, and lab results to determine your cardiovascular risk.
• Advanced Testing: Including CAC scoring and specialized blood panels.
• Lifestyle Counseling: Tailored guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and stress reduction.

👩‍⚕️ Meet Our Team and Director

Our multidisciplinary team includes:

• Cardiologists with expertise in preventive care
• Registered dietitians specializing in heart-healthy nutrition
• Exercise physiologists who provide and tailor exercise programs

We work together to create a plan that fits your life and goals.

Program Director

Susan C. Gilchrist, MD, MS, Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiology

Dr. Gilchrist is a preventive cardiologist and cardio-oncologist with over 17 years of experience in treating and preventing heart disease. Her research focuses on fitness and lifestyle modification to improve health and longevity.

📋 How to Get Started

Referrals

To schedule an appointment:

• Your primary care provider or treating physician can fax a referral to our clinic at (984) 974-2990
• We accept referrals from within and outside our health system. We will review the request for appropriateness

Contact Us

📞 Phone: (984) 974-7244
📍 Location: UNC Eastowne Cardiology Clinic